Meaning
A tent is a temporary or movable shelter made of cloth, leather, or other material.
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, tents were used as dwellings and temporary shelters.
Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and their households lived in tents during their journeys.
Tents are also mentioned in connection with Israel’s wilderness journey and the tabernacle.
Key References
- Genesis 12:8
- Genesis 13:3
- Genesis 18:1-10
- Genesis 24:67
- Genesis 26:17
- Genesis 31:25
- Exodus 33:7-11
- Numbers 11:10
- 2 Samuel 7:1-7
- Hebrews 11:9
Related Terms
- Tabernacle
- Dwelling
- House
- Altar