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 unto it a crown of gold round about.
He covered it completely with pure gold, the top, all the sides, and the horns. He also made a gold border all around it.
The writer is describing how the altar of incense was completely covered in pure gold and decorated with a golden border.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Exodus, God had given detailed instructions to Moses for building the Tabernacle, a portable sanctuary that served as the center of worship for the Israelites during their journey through the wilderness after leaving Egypt. Bezalel, a skilled craftsman filled with God's Spirit, was executing these plans by overlaying the altar of incense with pure gold, symbolizing the holiness and purity required in approaching God. This careful craftsmanship highlighted the Israelites' commitment to honoring God's presence among them as they traveled.
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