P'kudei

P'kudei

[The] Records [of the Tabernacle]
Exodus
38:21-40:38

These are the records of the Tabernacle, the Tabernacle of the Pact, which were drawn up at Moses' bidding--the work of the Levites under the direction of Ithamar son of Aaron the priest. - Exodus 38:21

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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When do we read P'kudei?

2014 Mar 1 /29 Adar I, 5774
2015 Mar 14 /23 Adar I, 5775
2016 Mar 12 /2 Adar II, 5776

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