Exodus 26:37 - Exposition

Five pillars . The central pillar was, no doubt, as Mr. Fergusson long ago pointed out, one of two tent-poles, which supported between them a ridge-pole, over which were thrown the coverings that formed the roof of the tent. Its height was probably fifteen cubits, so as to give a due slope to the roof. The two pillars nearest to the central one probably measured ten cubits, and stood in line with the two walls of the mishkan . The outer pair would then have a height of five cubits, and support the two extremities of the goats' hair covering. Their hooks . The hooks whereby the "hanging" was attached to the pillars. Compare Exodus 26:32 . Sockets of brass — i.e; of bronze. These were probably let into the ground, like the other sockets.