P'kudei
פְקוּדֵי
[The] Records [of the Tabernacle]
Exodus 38:21-40:38

When Is P'kudei Read?
/ 4 Adar II 5787
Summary
- A statistical summary of the materials used for the Tabernacle and an account of producing the priestly vestments are recorded. Moses blesses the Israelites for the work they did. (38:21-39:42)
- Upon God's instruction, Moses sets up the Mishkan and the priests are anointed and consecrated. (40:1-33)
- A description is given of a cloud that covers the Mishkan by day and a fire that burns by night, indicating God's Presence therein. (40:33-38)
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By: Rabbi Jessica Kirschner
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