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Parashat Pekudei

(Accountings Of)

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Torah Reading

Exodus 38:21 - 40:38

Haftarah

I Kings 7:51 - 8:21

In this Torah portion, Aaron and the priests are given their clothing for work in the Sanctuary. This marks the completion of the Tabernacle construction. Moses anoints Aaron and his sons to make their priestly positions official. A cloud descends upon the Tent of Meeting, and God’s presence fills the Tabernacle.

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Challah for Parashat Pekudei

The cloud.

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Haftarah for Pekudei

The Temple construction is completed.

Parashat Pekudei: Summary

The work of constructing the Tabernacle is completed; Moses receives the command to anoint its vessels and to anoint Aaron and the priests.