קִיצוֹן (qi.tson)
qi.tson
outermost
H:AQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 4 verses
- Root
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- Part of speech
- H:A
Word Overview
The Hebrew word qitsôn describes something situated at the very end or farthest boundary. It functions as an adjective meaning "outermost" or "last," pointing to the extreme limit of a physical space or sequence. In the biblical text, it is not used for abstract concepts but for tangible locations that define the perimeter of an object.
This term appears only four times in Scripture, all within the detailed instructions for building the Tabernacle in Exodus. It specifies the position of the boards and their silver sockets, ensuring they were arranged from one end to the other with precision (Exodus 26:18-20). The word highlights the structural integrity of the sanctuary by marking its outer edges.
Its root relates to the concept of a "corner" or "extremity," emphasizing position rather than quality. Translators typically render it as "outermost" or "last" to preserve this sense of spatial finality. The word serves as a technical term in architectural descriptions, reminding readers that every part of the sacred space had a defined place.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The word qitsôn points to the very edge or boundary of something physical. In Exodus, it marks the outermost boards of the Tabernacle, showing that every part of God’s dwelling place had a specific, secure location. This precision reminds us that God cares about details, even in how His people worship.
For your faith, this means you are never outside God’s careful design. Just as each board was placed with purpose, your life has a defined place in His plan. You belong to Him completely, from the center to the very edge. There is no part of you that is overlooked or unimportant.
This word invites trust in God’s orderly care. He builds His house with intention, and He includes you in it. Rest in the knowledge that you are securely held by a God who notices every detail.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 4 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- <the>/ outermost4×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- הַ/קִּיצֹנָ֖ה2×
- הַ/קִּ֣יצוֹנָ֔ה2×
Key Verses
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Exodus 26:4
You shall make loops of blue on the edge of the one curtain from the edge in the coupling, and you shall do likewise on the edge of the curtain that is outermost in the second coupling.
This verse introduces the term to describe the curtain’s edge, establishing the pattern for how the Tabernacle’s structure was secured from one end to the other.
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Exodus 26:10
You shall make fifty loops on the edge of the one curtain that is outermost in the coupling, and fifty loops on the edge of the curtain which is outermost in the second coupling.
Here the word emphasizes the symmetry of the design, showing that even the outermost pieces were treated with equal importance in the sanctuary's construction.
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Exodus 36:17
He made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain that was outermost in the coupling, and he made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain which was outermost in the second coupling.
This occurrence highlights the faithful execution of God’s instructions, where every outer edge was precisely made to ensure the Tabernacle stood firm and complete.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Every Occurrence (4 verses across 1 books)
Exodus 4 verses
You shall make loops of blue on the edge of the one curtain from the edge in the coupling, and you shall do likewise on…
Exodus 26:10You shall make fifty loops on the edge of the one curtain that is outermost in the coupling, and fifty loops on the…
Exodus 36:11He made loops of blue on the edge of the one curtain from the edge in the coupling. Likewise he made in the edge of the…
Exodus 36:17He made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain that was outermost in the coupling, and he made fifty loops on the edge…