New International VersionThey overlaid the top and all the sides and the horns with pure gold, and made a gold molding around it.
New Living TranslationHe overlaid the top, sides, and horns of the altar with pure gold, and he ran a gold molding around the entire altar.
English Standard VersionHe overlaid it with pure gold, its top and around its sides and its horns. And he made a molding of gold around it,
Berean Standard BibleAnd he overlaid with pure gold the top and all the sides and horns. Then he made a molding of gold around it.
King James BibleAnd he overlaid it with pure gold, both the top of it, and the sides thereof round about, and the horns of it: also he made unto it a crown of gold round about.
New King James VersionAnd he overlaid it with pure gold: its top, its sides all around, and its horns. He also made for it a molding of gold all around it.
New American Standard BibleAnd he overlaid it with pure gold, its top and its sides all around, and its horns; and he made a gold molding for it all around.
NASB 1995He overlaid it with pure gold, its top and its sides all around, and its horns; and he made a gold molding for it all around.
NASB 1977And he overlaid it with pure gold, its top and its sides all around, and its horns; and he made a gold molding for it all around.
Legacy Standard BibleHe overlaid it with pure gold, its top and its sides all around, and its horns; and he made a gold molding for it all around.
Amplified BibleHe overlaid it with pure gold, its top, its sides all around and its horns; he also made a rim of gold around it.
Christian Standard BibleHe overlaid it, its top, all around its sides, and its horns with pure gold. Then he made a gold molding all around it.
Holman Christian Standard BibleHe overlaid it, its top, all around its sides, and its horns with pure gold. Then he made a gold molding all around it.
American Standard VersionAnd he overlaid it with pure gold, the top thereof, and the sides thereof round about, and the horns of it: and he made unto it a crown of gold round about.
Contemporary English VersionHe covered it with pure gold and put a gold edging around it.
English Revised VersionAnd he overlaid it with pure gold, the top thereof, and the sides thereof round about, and the horns of it: and he made unto it a crown of gold round about.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationHe covered all of it with pure gold-the top, the sides, and the horns-and he put a gold molding around it.
Good News TranslationHe covered its top, all four sides, and its projections with pure gold and put a gold border around it.
International Standard VersionHe overlaid it with pure gold—its top, its sides all around, and its horns—and he made a gold molding around it.
NET BibleHe overlaid it with pure gold--its top, its four walls, and its horns--and he made a surrounding border of gold for it.
New Heart English BibleHe overlaid it with pure gold, its top, its sides around it, and its horns. He made a gold molding around it.
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd he overlaid it with pure gold, both the top of it, and its sides round about, and its horns: also he made to it a crown of gold round about. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd he overlaid with pure gold the top and all the sides and horns. Then he made a molding of gold around it.
World English BibleHe overlaid it with pure gold: its top, its sides around it, and its horns. He made a gold molding around it. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand he overlays it with pure gold, around its top and its sides, and its horns; and he makes a wreath of gold for it all around;
Young's Literal Translation and he overlayeth it with pure gold, its top and its sides round about, and its horns; and he maketh for it a wreath of gold round about;
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd he will spread it over with pure gold, its top and its walls round about, and its horns: and he will make to it a wreath of gold round about. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he overlaid it with the purest gold, with its grate and the sides, and the horns.
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd he clothed it with the purest gold, with its grating, as well as the sides and the horns.
New American BibleIts grate on top, its walls on all four sides, and its horns were plated with pure gold; and a gold molding was put around it.
New Revised Standard VersionHe overlaid it with pure gold, its top, and its sides all around, and its horns; and he made for it a molding of gold all around, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he overlaid it with pure gold, both the top of it and its sides round about, and the horns of it; and he made for it a crown of gold round about.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd he overlaid it in pure gold, its top and its walls as a circle; its horns they made for it as a crown of gold like a circle. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And he overlaid it with pure gold, the top thereof, and the sides thereof round about, and the horns of it; and he made unto it a crown of gold round about.
Brenton Septuagint Translation
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Context The Altar of Incense25He made the altar of incense out of acacia wood. It was square, a cubit long, a cubit wide, and two cubits high. Its horns were of one piece. 26And he overlaidwith puregoldthe topandallthe sidesand horns.Then he madea moldingof goldaround it.27He made two gold rings below the molding on opposite sides to hold the poles used to carry it.…
Cross References Exodus 30:1-5“You are also to make an altar of acacia wood for the burning of incense. / It is to be square, a cubit long, a cubit wide, and two cubits high. Its horns must be of one piece. / Overlay with pure gold the top and all the sides and horns, and make a molding of gold around it. ...
1 Kings 6:20-22The inner sanctuary was twenty cubits long, twenty cubits wide, and twenty cubits high. He overlaid the inside with pure gold, and he also overlaid the altar of cedar. / So Solomon overlaid the inside of the temple with pure gold, and he extended gold chains across the front of the inner sanctuary, which was overlaid with gold. / So he overlaid with gold the whole interior of the temple, until everything was completely finished. He also overlaid with gold the entire altar that belonged to the inner sanctuary.
1 Kings 7:48-50Solomon also made all the furnishings for the house of the LORD: the golden altar; the golden table on which was placed the Bread of the Presence; / the lampstands of pure gold in front of the inner sanctuary, five on the right side and five on the left; the gold flowers, lamps, and tongs; / the pure gold basins, wick trimmers, sprinkling bowls, ladles, and censers; and the gold hinges for the doors of the inner temple (that is, the Most Holy Place) as well as for the doors of the main hall of the temple.
2 Chronicles 4:19-22Solomon also made all the furnishings for the house of God: the golden altar; the tables on which was placed the Bread of the Presence; / the lampstands of pure gold and their lamps, to burn in front of the inner sanctuary as prescribed; / the flowers, lamps, and tongs of gold—of purest gold; ...
Hebrews 9:4containing the golden altar of incense and the gold-covered ark of the covenant. Inside the ark were the gold jar of manna, Aaron’s staff that had budded, and the stone tablets of the covenant.
Revelation 8:3-4Then another angel, who had a golden censer, came and stood at the altar. He was given much incense to offer, along with the prayers of all the saints, on the golden altar before the throne. / And the smoke of the incense, together with the prayers of the saints, rose up before God from the hand of the angel.
Exodus 25:23-30You are also to make a table of acacia wood two cubits long, a cubit wide, and a cubit and a half high. / Overlay it with pure gold and make a gold molding around it. / And make a rim around it a handbreadth wide and put a gold molding on the rim. ...
Exodus 25:31-40Then you are to make a lampstand of pure, hammered gold. It shall be made of one piece, including its base and shaft, its cups, and its buds and petals. / Six branches are to extend from the sides of the lampstand—three on one side and three on the other. / There are to be three cups shaped like almond blossoms on the first branch, each with buds and petals, three on the next branch, and the same for all six branches that extend from the lampstand. ...
Exodus 30:34-38The LORD also said to Moses, “Take fragrant spices—gum resin, onycha, galbanum, and pure frankincense—in equal measures, / and make a fragrant blend of incense, the work of a perfumer, seasoned with salt, pure and holy. / Grind some of it into fine powder and place it in front of the Testimony in the Tent of Meeting, where I will meet with you. It shall be most holy to you. ...
Leviticus 24:2-4“Command the Israelites to bring you pure oil of pressed olives for the light, to keep the lamps burning continually. / Outside the veil of the Testimony in the Tent of Meeting, Aaron is to tend the lamps continually before the LORD from evening until morning. This is to be a permanent statute for the generations to come. / He shall tend the lamps on the pure gold lampstand before the LORD continually.
Numbers 4:11Over the gold altar they are to spread a blue cloth, cover it with fine leather, and insert the poles.
1 Samuel 2:28And out of all the tribes of Israel I selected your father to be My priest, to offer sacrifices on My altar, to burn incense, and to wear an ephod in My presence. I also gave to the house of your father all the food offerings of the Israelites.
1 Chronicles 28:18the weight of the refined gold for the altar of incense; and the plans for the chariot of the gold cherubim that spread their wings and overshadowed the ark of the covenant of the LORD.
2 Chronicles 26:16-19But when Uzziah became powerful, his arrogance led to his own destruction. He was unfaithful to the LORD his God, for he entered the temple of the LORD to burn incense on the altar of incense. / Then Azariah the priest, along with eighty brave priests of the LORD, went in after him. / They took their stand against King Uzziah and said, “Uzziah, you have no right to offer incense to the LORD. Only the priests, the descendants of Aaron, are consecrated to burn incense. Leave the sanctuary, for you have acted unfaithfully; you will not receive honor from the LORD God.” ...
Psalm 141:2May my prayer be set before You like incense; my uplifted hands, like the evening offering.
Treasury of Scripture And he overlaid it with pure gold, both the top of it, and the sides thereof round about, and the horns of it: also he made to it a crown of gold round about. no reference Jump to Previous BestBorderCrownGoldHornsMakethMoldingOverlaidOverlayethPlatedPureRoundSidesThereofTopWreathJump to Next BestBorderCrownGoldHornsMakethMoldingOverlaidOverlayethPlatedPureRoundSidesThereofTopWreathExodus 37 1.The ark and mercy seat with cherubim made10.The table of showbread with its vessels17.The candlestick with its lamps and instruments25.The altar of incense29.The anointing oil and sweet incenseAnd he overlaid with pure goldThe use of pure gold signifies the holiness and divine nature of the tabernacle's furnishings. Gold, a precious and incorruptible metal, symbolizes purity and the glory of God. In the ancient Near East, gold was often associated with royalty and deity, underscoring the sacredness of the objects within the tabernacle. This overlaying with gold points to the heavenly reality that the tabernacle represents, as seen in Revelation 21:18, where the New Jerusalem is described as being made of pure gold. the top and all the sides and horns The comprehensive covering of the altar with gold, including the top, sides, and horns, indicates the thoroughness of God's instructions and the completeness of His provision. The horns of the altar, often associated with strength and power, were used in sacrificial rituals and symbolized refuge and salvation (1 Kings 1:50). This detail foreshadows the complete and perfect sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who fulfills the law and provides salvation for all who seek refuge in Him. Then he made a molding of gold around it The molding of gold around the altar serves both a decorative and functional purpose, enhancing the beauty and sanctity of the altar while also providing a boundary or separation. This molding can be seen as a type of the crown of thorns placed on Jesus' head, symbolizing His kingship and the suffering He endured for humanity's redemption. The molding also reflects the idea of God's protection and the boundary between the holy and the profane, as seen in the separation of the Holy of Holies from the rest of the tabernacle. Persons / Places / Events 1. BezalelThe skilled craftsman chosen by God to construct the Tabernacle and its furnishings, including the Ark of the Covenant. He was filled with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, understanding, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship ( Exodus 31:1-5). 2. Ark of the CovenantA sacred chest that held the tablets of the Ten Commandments, Aaron's rod, and a pot of manna. It symbolized God's presence with His people and was central to the worship practices of Israel. 3. TabernacleThe portable sanctuary where God dwelled among the Israelites during their journey through the wilderness. It was a place of worship and sacrifice, meticulously designed according to God's instructions. 4. GoldA precious metal used extensively in the construction of the Tabernacle and its furnishings. It symbolizes purity, divinity, and the glory of God. 5. MoldingA decorative border or trim, in this context made of gold, that added beauty and distinction to the Ark, signifying the holiness and majesty of God's presence. Teaching Points The Importance of ObedienceBezalel's adherence to God's instructions for the Ark's construction highlights the importance of obedience in our walk with God. Just as Bezalel followed God's design, we are called to follow His Word in our lives. Symbolism of GoldGold's use in the Ark and the Tabernacle reminds us of the purity and holiness required in our relationship with God. We are called to live lives that reflect His glory and purity. God's PresenceThe Ark, overlaid with gold, symbolizes God's presence among His people. Today, through Christ, we have direct access to God's presence, and our lives should reflect His indwelling Spirit. Craftsmanship and ExcellenceBezalel's skill and attention to detail in crafting the Ark encourage us to pursue excellence in our work and service to God, using our talents for His glory. The Continuity of God's PlanThe use of gold from the Tabernacle to the Temple and into the New Jerusalem shows the continuity of God's redemptive plan. We are part of this ongoing account, called to live in anticipation of His eternal kingdom. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Exodus 37
Exodus 37:25-29: Is there any historical or extrabiblical record to confirm the special incense formula mentioned, or does it appear only in biblical tradition?
Psalm 105:37 describes the Israelites leaving Egypt with silver and gold, yet Egyptian records of a mass exodus are scarce. How do we account for this discrepancy?
Exodus 37:10-16: Where did they obtain enough high-quality timber and gold to construct a table so precisely, and is there archaeological evidence of such abundance?
Exodus 37:1-9: How could ancient desert nomads craft such detailed cherubim from pure gold with the tools and resources supposedly available?
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Hebrew And he overlaidוַיְצַ֨ף(way·ṣap̄)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6823:To lay out, lay overitאֹת֜וֹ(’ō·ṯōw)Direct object marker | third person masculine singular Strong's 853:Untranslatable mark of the accusative casewith pureטָה֗וֹר(ṭā·hō·wr)Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2889:Clean, puregold,זָהָ֣ב(zā·hāḇ)Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2091:Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear skyits topגַּגּ֧וֹ(gag·gōw)Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1406:A roof, the top of an altarandוְאֶת־(wə·’eṯ-)Conjunctive waw | Direct object marker Strong's 853:Untranslatable mark of the accusative caseits sidesקִירֹתָ֛יו(qî·rō·ṯāw)Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 7023:A wallall around,סָבִ֖יב(sā·ḇîḇ)Adverb Strong's 5439:A circle, neighbour, environs, aroundand its horns.קַרְנֹתָ֑יו(qar·nō·ṯāw)Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 7161:A horn, a flask, cornet, an elephant's tooth, a corner, a peak, a ray, powerThen he madeוַיַּ֥עַשׂ(way·ya·‘aś)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6213:To do, makea goldזָהָ֖ב(zā·hāḇ)Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2091:Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear skymoldingזֵ֥ר(zêr)Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2213:A chaplet, a border mouldingall around it.סָבִֽיב׃(sā·ḇîḇ)Adverb Strong's 5439:A circle, neighbour, environs, around
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