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◄ Exodus 33:9►

New International Version
As Moses went into the tent, the pillar of cloud would come down and stay at the entrance, while the LORD spoke with Moses.

New Living Translation
As he went into the tent, the pillar of cloud would come down and hover at its entrance while the LORD spoke with Moses.

English Standard Version
When Moses entered the tent, the pillar of cloud would descend and stand at the entrance of the tent, and the LORD would speak with Moses.

Berean Standard Bible
As Moses entered the tent, the pillar of cloud would come down and remain at the entrance, and the LORD would speak with Moses.

King James Bible
And it came to pass, as Moses entered into the tabernacle, the cloudy pillar descended, and stoodat the door of the tabernacle, andthe LORD talked with Moses.

New King James Version
And it came to pass, when Moses entered the tabernacle, that the pillar of cloud descended and stoodat the door of the tabernacle, andthe LORD talked with Moses.

New American Standard Bible
Whenever Moses entered the tent, the pillar of cloud would descend and stand at the entrance of the tent; and the LORD would speak with Moses.

NASB 1995
Whenever Moses entered the tent, the pillar of cloud would descend and stand at the entrance of the tent; and the LORD would speak with Moses.

NASB 1977
And it came about, whenever Moses entered the tent, the pillar of cloud would descend and stand at the entrance of the tent; and the LORD would speak with Moses.

Legacy Standard Bible
And it happened whenever Moses entered the tent, that the pillar of cloud would descend and stand at the entrance of the tent; and Yahweh would speak with Moses.

Amplified Bible
Whenever Moses entered the tent, the pillar of cloud would descend and stand at the doorway of the tent; and the LORD would speak with Moses.

Christian Standard Bible
When Moses entered the tent, the pillar of cloud would come down and remain at the entrance to the tent, and the LORD would speak with Moses.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
When Moses entered the tent, the pillar of cloud would come down and remain at the entrance to the tent, and the LORD would speak with Moses.

American Standard Version
And it came to pass, when Moses entered into the Tent, the pillar of cloud descended, and stood at the door of the Tent: and Jehovah spake with Moses.

English Revised Version
And it came to pass, when Moses entered into the Tent, the pillar of cloud descended, and stood at the door of the Tent: and the LORD spake with Moses.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
As soon as Moses went into the tent, the column of smoke would come down and stay at the entrance to the tent while the LORD spoke with Moses.

Good News Translation
After Moses had gone in, the pillar of cloud would come down and stay at the door of the Tent, and the LORD would speak to Moses from the cloud.

International Standard Version
When Moses entered the tent, the pillar of cloud would come down and stand at the doorway of the tent while God spoke with Moses.

NET Bible
And whenever Moses entered the tent, the pillar of cloud would descend and stand at the entrance of the tent, and the LORD would speak with Moses.

New Heart English Bible
It happened, when Moses entered into the Tent, that the pillar of cloud descended, stood at the door of the Tent, and spoke with Moses.

Webster's Bible Translation
And it came to pass, as Moses entered into the tabernacle, the cloudy pillar descended, and stood at the door of the tabernacle, and the LORD talked with Moses.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
As Moses entered the tent, the pillar of cloud would come down and remain at the entrance, and the LORD would speak with Moses.

World English Bible
When Moses entered into the Tent, the pillar of cloud descended, stood at the door of the Tent, and Yahweh spoke with Moses.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And it has come to pass, at the going in of Moses to the tent, the pillar of the cloud comes down, and has stood at the opening of the tent, and He has spoken with Moses;

Young's Literal Translation
And it hath come to pass, at the going in of Moses to the tent, the pillar of the cloud cometh down, and hath stood at the opening of the tent, and He hath spoken with Moses;

Smith's Literal Translation
And it was as Moses went to the tent, the pillar of the cloud came down and stood at the door of the tent, and spake with Moses.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And when he was gone into the tabernacle of the covenant, the pillar of the cloud came down, and stood at the door, and he spoke with Moses.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And when he had gone into the Tabernacle of the Covenant, the pillar of cloud descended and stood at the door, and he spoke with Moses.

New American Bible
As Moses entered the tent, the column of cloud would come down and stand at its entrance while the LORD spoke with Moses.

New Revised Standard Version
When Moses entered the tent, the pillar of cloud would descend and stand at the entrance of the tent, and the LORD would speak with Moses.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And it came to pass as Moses entered into the tabernacle the pillar of cloud descended and stood at the door of the tabernacle and the LORD talked with Moses.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And whenever Moshe went out to the Tent, all the people stood and were presented, each person, at the door of his tent and looked at the back of Moshe until he entered the tent.

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
And it came to pass, when Moses entered into the Tent, the pillar of cloud descended, and stood at the door of the Tent; and [the LORD] spoke with Moses.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And when Moses entered into the tabernacle, the pillar of the cloud descended, and stood at the door of the tabernacle, andGod talked to Moses.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The Tent of Meeting
…8Then, whenever Moses went out to the tent, all the people would stand at the entrances to their own tents and watch Moses until he entered the tent.9As Moses entered the tent,the pillar of cloud would come down and remain at the entrance,and the LORD would speak with Moses.10When all the people saw the pillar of cloud standing at the entrance to the tent, they would stand up and worship, each one at the entrance to his own tent.…

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Cross References

Numbers 12:5
and the LORD came down in a pillar of cloud, stood at the entrance to the Tent, and summoned Aaron and Miriam. When both of them had stepped forward,

Deuteronomy 31:15
Then the LORD appeared at the tent in a pillar of cloud, and the cloud stood over the entrance to the tent.

Exodus 40:34-35
Then the cloud covered the Tent of Meeting, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle. / Moses was unable to enter the Tent of Meeting because the cloud had settled on it, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle.

1 Kings 8:10-11
And when the priests came out of the Holy Place, the cloud filled the house of the LORD / so that the priests could not stand there to minister because of the cloud. For the glory of the LORD filled the house of the LORD.

2 Chronicles 5:13-14
The trumpeters and singers joined together to praise and thank the LORD with one voice. They lifted up their voices, accompanied by trumpets, cymbals, and musical instruments, in praise to the LORD: “For He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.” And the temple, the house of the LORD, was filled with a cloud / so that the priests could not stand there to minister because of the cloud. For the glory of the LORD filled the house of God.

Ezekiel 10:3-4
Now when the man went in, the cherubim were standing on the south side of the temple, and a cloud filled the inner court. / Then the glory of the LORD rose from above the cherubim and stood over the threshold of the temple. The temple was filled with the cloud, and the court was filled with the brightness of the glory of the LORD.

Isaiah 6:4
At the sound of their voices the doorposts and thresholds shook, and the temple was filled with smoke.

Psalm 99:7
He spoke to them from the pillar of cloud; they kept His decrees and the statutes He gave them.

Psalm 103:7
He made known His ways to Moses, His deeds to the people of Israel.

Acts 7:38
He was in the assembly in the wilderness with the angel who spoke to him on Mount Sinai, and with our fathers. And he received living words to pass on to us.

Hebrews 9:5
Above the ark were the cherubim of glory, overshadowing the mercy seat. But we cannot discuss these things in detail now.

Revelation 15:8
And the temple was filled with smoke from the glory of God and from His power; and no one could enter the temple until the seven plagues of the seven angels were completed.

John 1:14
The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.

Matthew 17:5
While Peter was still speaking, a bright cloud enveloped them, and a voice from the cloud said, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. Listen to Him!”

Luke 9:34-35
While Peter was speaking, a cloud appeared and enveloped them, and they were afraid as they entered the cloud. / And a voice came from the cloud, saying, “This is My Son, whom I have chosen. Listen to Him!”

Treasury of Scripture

And it came to pass, as Moses entered into the tabernacle, the cloudy pillar descended, and stood at the door of the tabernacle, and the Lord talked with Moses.

cloudy

Exodus 13:21,22
And the LORD went before them by day in a pillar of a cloud, to lead them the way; and by night in a pillar of fire, to give them light; to go by day and night: …

Psalm 99:7
He spake unto them in the cloudy pillar: they kept his testimonies, and the ordinancethat he gave them.

talked

Exodus 33:11
And the LORD spake unto Moses face to face, as a man speaketh unto his friend. And he turned again into the camp: but his servant Joshua, the son of Nun, a young man, departed not out of the tabernacle.

Exodus 25:22
And there I will meet with thee, and I will commune with thee from above the mercy seat, from between the two cherubims whichare upon the ark of the testimony, of allthings which I will give thee in commandment unto the children of Israel.

Exodus 31:18
And he gave unto Moses, when he had made an end of communing with him upon mount Sinai, two tables of testimony, tables of stone, written with the finger of God.

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Exodus 33

1.The Lord refuses to go as he had promised with the people
4.The people mourn there
7.The tabernacle is removed out of the camp
9.The Lord talks familiarly with Moses
12.Moses prevails with God, and desires to see his glory

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

As Moses entered the tent
This phrase refers to the Tent of Meeting, a temporary structure set up outside the Israelite camp where Moses would meet with God. It symbolizes a place of divine encounter and revelation. The tent's location outside the camp signifies the separation between the holiness of God and the sinfulness of the people. This setting prefigures the tabernacle and later the temple, where God's presence would dwell among His people. Moses, as a mediator, foreshadows Christ, who enters the heavenly sanctuary on behalf of humanity.

the pillar of cloud would come down
The pillar of cloud represents God's presence and guidance for the Israelites during their wilderness journey. It is a visible manifestation of God's glory and protection, similar to the Shekinah glory that filled the tabernacle and later the temple. This cloud also served as a guide, leading the Israelites by day. The descent of the cloud signifies God's willingness to meet with Moses and communicate His will, emphasizing the importance of divine guidance in the life of believers.

and remain at the entrance
The cloud remaining at the entrance of the tent indicates God's readiness to engage with Moses and His people. It serves as a barrier, signifying that only those called by God, like Moses, could enter His presence. This concept of restricted access is echoed in the Holy of Holies within the tabernacle and temple, where only the high priest could enter once a year. It underscores the holiness of God and the need for a mediator, pointing to Jesus Christ as the ultimate mediator who grants believers access to God.

and the LORD would speak with Moses
This direct communication between God and Moses highlights the unique relationship Moses had with God, described elsewhere as speaking "face to face" (Exodus 33:11). It underscores Moses' role as a prophet and leader, chosen to deliver God's law and guidance to Israel. This interaction prefigures the intimate relationship believers can have with God through Christ, who is the Word made flesh. It also points to the prophetic office of Christ, who reveals God's will to humanity.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Moses
The central human figure in this passage, Moses is the leader of the Israelites and the mediator between God and His people. He enters the tent of meeting to commune with God.

2.The Tent of Meeting
A sacred place set outside the camp where Moses would meet with God. It symbolizes a place of divine encounter and revelation.

3.The Pillar of Cloud
A visible manifestation of God's presence, the pillar of cloud would descend and stand at the entrance of the tent, signifying God's presence and His willingness to communicate with Moses.

4.The LORD (Yahweh)
The covenant-keeping God of Israel, who speaks directly with Moses, demonstrating a unique and intimate relationship.

5.The Israelites
Although not directly mentioned in this verse, they are the broader context of the account, witnessing these divine encounters and being led by Moses.

Teaching Points

The Importance of Sacred Spaces
Just as the tent of meeting was a designated place for encountering God, believers today should cultivate spaces and times for personal communion with God.

God's Presence and Guidance
The pillar of cloud represents God's faithful presence and guidance. Believers can trust in God's continual presence and seek His guidance through prayer and Scripture.

Intimacy with God
Moses' relationship with God was marked by direct communication. Believers are invited into a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ, where they can speak and listen to Him.

The Role of Mediators
Moses acted as a mediator between God and the Israelites. In the New Testament, Jesus is our ultimate mediator, bridging the gap between humanity and God.

Witness to Others
The Israelites witnessed God's interaction with Moses. Our relationship with God should be evident to others, serving as a testimony to His reality and love.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Exodus 33:9?

2.How does Exodus 33:9 demonstrate God's presence in our daily lives today?

3.What can we learn from Moses' relationship with God in Exodus 33:9?

4.How does the "pillar of cloud" symbolize God's guidance throughout the Bible?

5.How can we cultivate a prayer life that invites God's presence like Moses?

6.In what ways can we seek God's guidance in decision-making as Moses did?

7.How does Exodus 33:9 demonstrate God's presence with Moses and the Israelites?

8.What significance does the cloud have in Exodus 33:9?

9.How does Exodus 33:9 reflect God's communication with humanity?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 33?

11.What is the purpose of the Tent of Meeting?

12.What is a Glory Cloud?

13.What occurred at the Mount of Transfiguration?

14.Is there any archaeological or historical evidence for a distinct 'Tent of Meeting' as described in Exodus 33:7-11, given that later passages describe the Tabernacle differently?

What Does Exodus 33:9 Mean

As Moses entered the tent

-Exodus 33:7 sets the scene: “Now Moses used to take his tent and pitch it outside the camp… and he called it the Tent of Meeting.”

- Moses steps toward the tent as the appointed mediator (Exodus 3:10 – 12; 24:13), illustrating confident access to God on behalf of the people.

- The act of entering signals intentional fellowship, much likeHebrews 10:19-22 points believers to “enter the Most Holy Place” through Christ.

the pillar of cloud would come down

- This visible manifestation first appeared inExodus 13:21-22: “The LORD went before them in a pillar of cloud to guide them.”

- By descending, the cloud affirms God’s faithfulness to remain with His covenant people despite their recent sin with the golden calf (Exodus 32).

-Numbers 9:15-17 describes the same cloud covering the tabernacle, confirming that divine presence, not human architecture, sanctifies a place.

and remain at the entrance

- The cloud “remain[ing]” (Exodus 40:35-38) marks the boundary between holy presence and common space—protection for Israel and invitation for Moses.

-Psalm 91:1 echoes the safety found when God “remains” over His own.

- The fixed position at the entrance underlines God’s willingness to meet yet His insistence on reverence (Leviticus 10:3).

and the LORD would speak with Moses

-Numbers 12:6-8 highlights the uniqueness: “With him I speak face to face, clearly and not in riddles.”

-Deuteronomy 34:10 notes that no prophet arose like Moses “whom the LORD knew face to face,” foreshadowing the perfect Mediator, Jesus (John 1:14, 17:3).

- The personal conversation models relational, not merely ritual, communion—an invitation later extended to all believers through Christ (John 14:23).

summary

Exodus 33:9 paints a living portrait of covenant fellowship: Moses enters in faith, God descends in faithful presence, stakes His claim at the entrance to guard holiness, and then speaks intimately with His servant. The verse assures readers that the Lord is both transcendent and approachable, safeguarding His glory while warmly inviting His people into relationship through His chosen mediator.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 9. -As Moses entered into the tabernacle. Rather, "When Moses was gone into the tent."The cloudy pillar descended. It is not quite clear whether this was done once only, or whether the pillar, during the continuance of this "tent of meeting," alternated between the top of Sinai and the door of the tent, descending when Moses entered the tent and reascending when he quitted it. The latter supposition is most consonant with the previous statement (ver. 7) that "every one which sought the Lord went out unto the tabernacle" (tent), for the people were at no time allowed to approach the cloud.And the Lord talked withMoses. Literally, "And talked with Moses." The cloudy pillar, in and through which God made his presence felt, is here identified with God, and said to have conversed with Moses.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

As
וְהָיָ֗ה(wə·hā·yāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961:To fall out, come to pass, become, be

Moses
מֹשֶׁה֙(mō·šeh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4872:Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver

entered
כְּבֹ֤א(kə·ḇō)
Preposition-k | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 935:To come in, come, go in, go

the tent,
הָאֹ֔הֱלָה(hā·’ō·hĕ·lāh)
Article | Noun - masculine singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 168:A tent

the pillar
עַמּ֣וּד(‘am·mūḏ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 5982:A column, a stand, platform

of cloud
הֶֽעָנָ֔ן(he·‘ā·nān)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6051:A cloud, the nimbus, thunder-cloud

would come down
יֵרֵד֙(yê·rêḏ)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3381:To come or go down, descend

and remain
וְעָמַ֖ד(wə·‘ā·maḏ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5975:To stand, in various relations

at the entrance,
פֶּ֣תַח(pe·ṯaḥ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 6607:An opening, door, entrance way

and the LORD would speak
וְדִבֶּ֖ר(wə·ḏib·ber)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1696:To arrange, to speak, to subdue

with
עִם־(‘im-)
Preposition
Strong's 5973:With, equally with

Moses.
מֹשֶֽׁה׃(mō·šeh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4872:Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver

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