hangings

The usual translation of a Hebrew term for the fabric forming the walls of the tabernacle court (Exod 27:9-18; Exod 35:9; Exod 38:12-18; Exod 39:40). Stretched along the perimeter of the 100- by 50-cubit enclosure (about 150 by 75 feet), the hangings were attached at intervals to pillars 5 cubits (about 7.5 feet) in height. Additional hangings flanked the courtyard gate. Like the material enclosing the tabernacle itself and that of the embroidered “screens” (NRSV) at the door of the tent and at the courtyard gate, the hangings were made of a fine-twined linen and employed brilliant colors (blue, purple, and scarlet).