KJV ORIGINAL
And he made staves of shittim wood, and overlaid them with gold.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
He made poles out of acacia wood and covered them with gold.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is describing how the craftsman made gold-covered wooden poles, likely for carrying the sacred ark.
📚 Historical Context
This verse describes the construction of the tabernacle and its furnishings under Moses' direction, following God's detailed instructions given on Mount Sinai. The 'staves' or poles were essential for transporting sacred objects like the ark of the covenant, as the Israelites were commanded never to touch these holy items directly. Acacia wood (called 'shittim wood' in the KJV) was chosen because it was durable, available in the wilderness, and resistant to decay.
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