Exodus 36 recounts how the people brought more than enough offerings for the sanctuary, so Moses restrained them, and then describes the wise-hearted men building the tabernacle curtains, coverings, boards, veil, and screen according to Yahweh's commands.

Exodus 35 records Moses assembling Israel to receive God's commands about Sabbath rest and freewill offerings for the tabernacle. The people respond willingly, and Moses identifies Bezalel and Oholiab as those filled by God's Spirit for skilled craftsmanship and teaching.

Exodus 34 records Yahweh renewing the covenant with Israel after the broken tablets, proclaiming His merciful and just character, and giving instructions for worship and feasts. Moses' face shines after being in Yahweh's presence, and he veils it before the people.

Exodus 33 records God telling Moses to lead Israel onward without His presence because they are stiff-necked, and Moses pitching the Tent of Meeting outside the camp where he speaks with God face to face. Moses pleads for God's presence to go with them, and God grants his request and reveals His goodness and back to him.

Exodus 32 tells how Israel made and worshiped a golden calf while Moses was on the mountain, and how Moses interceded, broke the tablets, and called for judgment. It shows both human rebellion and divine mercy.

Exodus 31 records God appointing Bezalel and Oholiab, filling them with the Spirit for skilled work on the tabernacle. It also commands Sabbath observance as a perpetual sign and concludes with Moses receiving the two stone tablets.

Exodus 30 gives instructions for the altar of incense, the census ransom, the bronze basin, and the holy anointing oil. It shows how God provided means for Israel to approach him with reverence and atonement.

Exodus 29 records God's instructions for consecrating Aaron and his sons as priests, including washings, garments, anointings, and specific sacrifices. It also establishes the continual burnt offering and God's promise to dwell among the Israelites.

Exodus 28 records God's instructions for making holy garments for Aaron and his sons so they may serve as priests. It describes the ephod, breastplate, robe, turban, and other items, emphasizing glory, beauty, and remembrance before Yahweh.

Exodus 27 gives instructions for building the bronze altar for burnt offerings and the enclosed court of the tabernacle. It ends with the command to bring pure beaten olive oil so that a lamp may burn continually before Yahweh.

Exodus 26 gives instructions for building the tabernacle: ten inner curtains, goat hair curtains, and protective coverings, then acacia wood boards with silver sockets and gold overlay, and finally the inner veil and outer screen. The chapter emphasizes careful obedience to the pattern shown on the mountain and the separation between the holy place and the most holy place.

Exodus 25 contains God's command to Moses to collect voluntary offerings from willing hearts and to build a sanctuary according to the pattern shown on the mountain. It details the ark, mercy seat, table, and lampstand, emphasizing God's desire to dwell among His people.

Exodus 24 records the ratification of the covenant between Yahweh and Israel, sealed with blood and followed by a meal in God's presence. It then describes Moses ascending Mount Sinai to receive the stone tablets, entering the cloud of glory for forty days.

Exodus 23 continues God's instructions to Israel, covering honest courts, kindness to enemies, Sabbath and feast observances, and promises of divine guidance. It also warns against making covenants with the inhabitants of the land and serving their gods.

Exodus 22 continues God's instructions to Israel, covering property crimes, restitution, and social justice. It emphasizes making wrongs right and protecting the vulnerable, while prohibiting idolatry and sorcery.

Exodus 21 presents a series of ordinances given to Moses for the people of Israel, covering treatment of servants, capital crimes, personal injuries, and property disputes. It establishes principles of justice, restitution, and protection for the vulnerable within the covenant community.

Exodus 20 records God speaking the Ten Commandments directly to Israel from the mountain, followed by the people's fearful request for Moses to mediate. It closes with instructions about altars and a warning against idols.

Exodus 19 recounts Israel's arrival at Mount Sinai three months after leaving Egypt. God offers a covenant, the people agree to obey, and God descends in fire and smoke, calling Moses up while warning the people to keep their distance.

Exodus 18 recounts Jethro's visit to Moses in the wilderness, where he hears of God's mighty acts, worships Yahweh, and advises Moses to delegate judicial authority. Moses follows the counsel, appointing capable men to handle smaller cases, which preserves his strength and brings peace to the people.

Exodus 17 recounts Israel's quarrel with Moses over lack of water at Rephidim, God's provision of water from the rock at Horeb, and the subsequent battle with Amalek where Joshua leads the fight and Moses' upheld hands bring victory. The chapter ends with God's promise to blot out Amalek and Moses building an altar named Yahweh our Banner.