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Verse 37

Exodus 37:4

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Berean Standard Bible

Then he made poles of acacia wood and overlaid them with gold.

American Standard Version (1901)

And he made staves of acacia wood, and overlaid them with gold.

Bible in Basic English

And rods of the same wood plated with gold.

Douay-Rheims 1899

And he made bars of setim wood, which he overlaid with gold,

Free Bible Version

He made poles of acacia wood and covered them with gold.

Geneva Bible 1599

Also he made barres of Shittim wood, and couered them with golde,

King James (Authorized) Version

And he made staves of shittim wood, and overlaid them with gold.

One Unity Resource Bible

He made poles of acacia wood, and overlaid them with gold.

Translation for Translators

He made two poles from acacia wood, and covered them with gold.

Unlocked Literal Bible

He made poles of acacia wood and covered them with gold.

Noah Webster Bible

And he made staffs of shittim wood, and overlaid them with gold.

World English Bible

He made poles of acacia wood and overlaid them with gold.

Young's Literal Translation

and he maketh staves of shittim wood, and overlayeth them with gold,

Context

Constructing the Ark

³And he cast four gold rings for its four feet, two rings on one side and two on the other.⁴Then he made poles of acacia wood and overlaid them with gold.⁵He inserted the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark in order to carry it.

Summary

This verse describes the craftsmanship of Bezalel and Oholiab as they constructed the Ark of the Covenant according to the specifications given by God. It highlights their skill and obedience in following God's instructions meticulously, emphasizing the importance of attention to detail in serving the Lord. The verse showcases the dedication and reverence these artisans had for the sacred objects used in worship, setting an example for believers to honor God with excellence in their work. Ultimately, Exodus 37:4 reflects the value of using one's talents and abilities for the glory of God and the advancement of His kingdom.

Commentary

Exodus 37:4

Constructing the Ark

³And he cast four gold rings for its four feet, two rings on one side and two on the other.⁴Then he made poles of acacia wood and overlaid them with gold.⁵He inserted the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark in order to carry it.

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Berean Standard Bible

Then he made poles of acacia wood and overlaid them with gold.

American Standard Version (1901)

And he made staves of acacia wood, and overlaid them with gold.

Bible in Basic English

And rods of the same wood plated with gold.

Douay-Rheims 1899

And he made bars of setim wood, which he overlaid with gold,

Free Bible Version

He made poles of acacia wood and covered them with gold.

Geneva Bible 1599

Also he made barres of Shittim wood, and couered them with golde,

King James (Authorized) Version

And he made staves of shittim wood, and overlaid them with gold.

One Unity Resource Bible

He made poles of acacia wood, and overlaid them with gold.

Translation for Translators

He made two poles from acacia wood, and covered them with gold.

Unlocked Literal Bible

He made poles of acacia wood and covered them with gold.

Noah Webster Bible

And he made staffs of shittim wood, and overlaid them with gold.

World English Bible

He made poles of acacia wood and overlaid them with gold.

Young's Literal Translation

and he maketh staves of shittim wood, and overlayeth them with gold,