מַסְוֶה
mas.veh (H4533)
veil
AI Word Study
The Hebrew word מַסְוֶה (mas.veh) refers to a veil. The primary function of a veil is to cover something, in this context likely a person, as implied in its association with clothing. This veil is not explicitly linked to any particular ceremonial or ritualistic context within the three instances in the Bible where it appears. The word's limited occurrences in the Bible suggest that it is used in specific contexts where covering or concealment is relevant, rather than being part of a broader theoretical discussion of clothing or textiles. The choice of veil may serve to emphasize the notion of concealment or separation, which could be significant in the narratives in which it features.
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When Moses was done speaking with them, he put a veil on his face.
But when Moses went in before Yahweh to speak with him, he took the veil off, until he came out; and he came out, and spoke to the children of Israel that which he was commanded.
The children of Israel saw Moses’ face, that the skin of Moses’ face shone; so Moses put the veil on his face again, until he went in to speak with him.