Exodus 40:9

9 "Then dedicate the Tent and all its equipment by anointing it with the sacred oil, and it will be holy.

Exodus 40:9 Meaning and Commentary

Ver. 9-11. And thou shall take the anointing oil, and anoint the
tabernacle
In this, and the two following verses ( Exodus 40:10 Exodus 40:11 ) , orders are given for the anointing of the tabernacle and its vessels, the altar of burnt offering and its vessels, the laver and its foot, whereby they were consecrated for divine use and service, according to ( Exodus 30:26 Exodus 30:28 Exodus 30:29 ) (See Gill on Exodus 30:26) (See Gill on Exodus 30:28) (See Gill on Exodus 30:29)

Exodus 40:9 In-Context

7 Put the washbasin between the Tent and the altar and fill it with water.

8 Put up the surrounding enclosure and hang the curtain at its entrance.

9 "Then dedicate the Tent and all its equipment by anointing it with the sacred oil, and it will be holy.

10 Next, dedicate the altar and all its equipment by anointing it, and it will be completely holy.

11 Also dedicate the washbasin and its base in the same way.