Exodus 25:15
Exodus 25:15 in Multiple Translations
The poles are to remain in the rings of the ark; they must not be removed.
The staves shall be in the rings of the ark: they shall not be taken from it.
The staves shall be in the rings of the ark: they shall not be taken from it.
The rods are to be kept in the rings, and never taken out.
The poles are to stay in the rings of the Ark; don't take them out.
The barres shalbe in the rings of the Arke: they shall not be taken away from it.
in the rings of the ark are the staves, they are not turned aside from it;
The poles shall be in the rings of the ark. They shall not be taken from it.
The staffs shall be in the rings of the ark: they shall not be taken from it.
And they shall be always in the rings, neither shall they at any time be drawn out of them.
The poles must always be left in the rings; they must not take the poles out of the rings.
Berean Amplified Bible — Exodus 25:15
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Exodus 25:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּ/טַבְּעֹת֙
הָ/אָרֹ֔ן
יִהְי֖וּ
הַ/בַּדִּ֑ים
לֹ֥א
יָסֻ֖רוּ
מִמֶּֽ/נּוּ
בְּ/טַבְּעֹת֙
ṭabbaʻath
H2885
ring
Prep | N-fp
הָ/אָרֹ֔ן
ʼârôwn
H727
ark
Art | N-cs
יִהְי֖וּ
hâyâh
H1961
to be
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
הַ/בַּדִּ֑ים
bad
H905
alone
Art | N-mp
לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
יָסֻ֖רוּ
çûwr
H5493
to turn aside
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
מִמֶּֽ/נּוּ
min
H4480
from
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 25:15
בְּ/טַבְּעֹת֙
ṭabbaʻath
H2885
"ring"
Prep | N-fp
A ring or signet is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which can be a symbol of authority or an ornament. It is used to describe a ring that is sunk into wax to seal something, and is often translated as ring or signet in the KJV. This word appears in various contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) ring, signet, signet ring 1a) signet ring (as symbol of authority) 1b) ring (as ornament)
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: ring. See also: Genesis 41:42; Exodus 37:3; Isaiah 3:21.
הָ/אָרֹ֔ן
ʼârôwn
H727
"ark"
Art | N-cs
The Hebrew word for a box or chest, like the Ark of the Covenant in Exodus 25:10-22. It can also mean a money chest or a coffin. In the Bible, it appears in stories about the Israelites and their sacred objects.
Definition: 1) chest, ark 1a) money chest 1b) Ark of the Covenant 2)(TWOT) coffin
Usage: Occurs in 174 OT verses. KJV: ark, chest, coffin. See also: Genesis 50:26; 1 Samuel 6:15; Psalms 132:8.
יִהְי֖וּ
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
הַ/בַּדִּ֑ים
bad
H905
"alone"
Art | N-mp
The Hebrew word 'bad' can mean alone, apart, or a separate part of something, like a branch or a bar. It's used to describe something that's only or except for something else.
Definition: : pole 1) alone, by itself, besides, a part, separation, being alone 1a) separation, alone, by itself 1a1) only (adv) 1a2) apart from, besides (prep) 1b) part 1c) parts (eg limbs, shoots), bars
Usage: Occurs in 179 OT verses. KJV: alone, apart, bar, besides, branch, by self, of each alike, except, only, part, staff, strength. See also: Genesis 2:18; Judges 20:15; Psalms 51:6.
לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
יָסֻ֖רוּ
çûwr
H5493
"to turn aside"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
To turn aside or remove is the meaning of this verb, used in various forms throughout the Bible. It can mean to depart, avoid, or put something away, and is often used in the context of turning away from sin or wrongdoing, as seen in the actions of prophets and leaders in the Old Testament.
Definition: : remove 1) to turn aside, depart 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn aside, turn in unto 1a2) to depart, depart from way, avoid 1a3) to be removed 1a4) to come to an end 1b) (Polel) to turn aside 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to turn aside, cause to depart, remove, take away, put away, depose 1c2) to put aside, leave undone, retract, reject, abolish 1d) (Hophal) to be taken away, be removed
Usage: Occurs in 284 OT verses. KJV: be(-head), bring, call back, decline, depart, eschew, get (you), go (aside), [idiom] grievous, lay away (by), leave undone, be past, pluck away, put (away, down), rebel, remove (to and fro), revolt, [idiom] be sour, take (away, off), turn (aside, away, in), withdraw, be without. See also: Genesis 8:13; 2 Samuel 6:10; Psalms 6:9.
מִמֶּֽ/נּוּ
min
H4480
"from"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
Study Notes — Exodus 25:15
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- Exodus 25:15 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 25:15
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 25:15
- Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 25:15
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 25:15
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 25:15
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 25:15
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 25:15
- Sermons on Exodus 25:15
Context — The Ark of the Covenant
13And make poles of acacia wood and overlay them with gold.
14Insert the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark, in order to carry it.
15The poles are to remain in the rings of the ark; they must not be removed.
16And place inside the ark the Testimony, which I will give you. 17And you are to construct a mercy seat of pure gold, two and a half cubits long and a cubit and a half wide.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Kings 8:8 | The poles extended far enough that their ends were visible from the Holy Place in front of the inner sanctuary, but not from outside the Holy Place; and they are there to this day. |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 5:9 | The poles of the ark extended far enough that their ends were visible from in front of the inner sanctuary, but not from outside the Holy Place; and they are there to this day. |
Exodus 25:15 Summary
The poles of the ark were to remain in the rings, never to be removed, which shows us that God wants us to be committed to Him and to His work, just like the poles were committed to the ark. This teaches us about the importance of perseverance and steadfastness in our walk with God, as encouraged in Hebrews 10:23. Just as the poles helped the Levites carry the ark, we can trust that God will guide and support us as we carry out His will, as seen in Psalm 55:22 and Matthew 11:28-30. By following God's instructions and trusting in His presence, we can experience the joy and peace that comes from serving Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why were the poles of the ark not to be removed?
The poles of the ark were not to be removed because they were a permanent part of the ark's design, allowing the Levites to carry it without touching the ark itself, as instructed in Exodus 25:14 and Numbers 4:6, thus maintaining its holiness and preventing any potential harm or desecration, as seen in Numbers 4:15 and 1 Samuel 6:19.
What is the significance of the poles in the rings of the ark?
The poles in the rings of the ark signified the ark's purpose as a portable vessel, allowing the Israelites to transport it from place to place, as seen in Exodus 25:14, and also represented the perpetual nature of God's presence among His people, as referenced in Exodus 25:22 and Leviticus 16:2.
How does this instruction relate to the broader context of the tabernacle?
This instruction is part of the detailed description of the tabernacle's construction in Exodus 25-31, emphasizing the importance of following God's specific commands, as seen in Exodus 25:9 and Hebrews 8:5, to create a holy and sacred space for worship and communion with God.
What can we learn from the permanence of the poles in the ark?
The permanence of the poles in the ark teaches us about the importance of perseverance and steadfastness in our walk with God, as encouraged in Hebrews 10:23 and 1 Corinthians 15:58, and reminds us that our service to God is not temporary, but an ongoing and lifelong commitment, as seen in Romans 12:1 and 2 Timothy 4:7-8.
Reflection Questions
- What does the permanence of the poles in the ark reveal about God's nature and character?
- How can I apply the principle of perseverance and steadfastness in my own life and ministry?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's presence and guidance, just as the Israelites trusted in His presence in the ark?
- In what ways can I ensure that my service to God is not temporary, but an ongoing and lifelong commitment?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 25:15
The staves shall be in the rings of the ark,.... Not only be put into them, but remain in them, yea, always: they shall not be taken from it; or, as the Septuagint version is, be immovable; so that
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 25:15
And thou shalt make staves of shittim wood, and overlay them with gold. Thou shalt make staves of shittim wood.
Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 25:15
Exodus 25:15 The staves shall be in the rings of the ark: they shall not be taken from it.Ver. 15. The staves shall be, &c.] That they might not touch it; for reverence’ sake, it being a visible sign of God himself among them.
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 25:15
(15) The staves . . . Shall not be taken from it.—The staves were to remain always in the rings, whether the ark was in motion or at rest, that there might never at any time be a necessity for touching the ark itself, or even the rings. He who touched the ark imperilled his life. (See 2 Samuel 6:6-7.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 25:15
Verse 15. The staves - shall not be taken from it.] Because it should ever be considered as in readiness to be removed, God not having told them at what hour he should command them to strike their tents. If the staves were never to be taken out, how can it be said, as in Numbers 4:6, that when the camp should set forward, they should put in the staves thereof, which intimates that when they encamped, they took out the staves, which appears to be contrary to what is here said? To reconcile these two places, it has been supposed, with great show of probability, that besides the staves which passed through the rings of the ark, and by which it was carried, there were two other staves or poles in the form of a bier or handbarrow, on which the ark was laid in order to be transported in their journeyings, when it and its own staves, still in their rings, had been wrapped up in the covering of what is called badgers' skins and blue cloth. The staves of the ark itself, which might be considered as its handles simply to lift it by, were never taken out of their rings; but the staves or poles which served as a bier were taken from under it when they encamped.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 25:15
13–15. Poles of acacia wood, overlaid with gold, to be made for the transport of the ark. Cf. 1 Kings 8:7 f. Similar poles are provided for carrying the table of Presence-bread, vv. 27 f., the altar of burnt-offering, Exodus 26:6 f., and the altar of incense, Exodus 30:4 f. The word (bad), except in these connexions, is rare. Egyptian shrines, and sacred ‘arks,’ were carried in procession similarly: see Wilk.-B. iii., Plate opp. p. 355, E; EB. i. 307; Erman, p. 276.
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 25:15
12-15. Rings… staves — The position of these is seen in the cut, and the whole, as wont to be carried by the priests, is shown in the following cut.
Sermons on Exodus 25:15
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Now We Have Received by C.H. Spurgeon | The preacher delves into the Greek word 'huperecho,' which means to excel, be superior, and hold others in higher regard. Paul emphasizes the importance of esteeming others as more |