And thou shalt make staves for the altar, staves of shittim wood, and overlay them with brass.
You shall make poles for the altar, poles of acacia wood, and cover them with bronze.
God is instructing Moses to make bronze-covered wooden poles that would be used to carry the altar.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Exodus, God is providing detailed instructions to Moses for building the Tabernacle, a portable sanctuary that the Israelites used for worship during their wilderness wanderings after escaping Egypt. The altar of burnt offering was central to their sacrificial system, and the staves made from shittim wood (a durable acacia wood) and overlaid with brass were designed to carry the altar, ensuring it could be transported safely as the community moved. This emphasis on mobility highlighted the practical needs of a nomadic people while maintaining the holiness of their worship.
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