And he made staves of shittim wood, and overlaid them with gold.
He made poles out of acacia wood and covered them with gold.
The writer is describing how the craftsman made gold-covered wooden poles, likely for carrying the sacred ark.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Exodus, God gave detailed instructions to the Israelites for building the Tabernacle, a portable sanctuary they used during their journey through the wilderness after leaving Egypt. Bezalel, a skilled craftsman empowered by God's Spirit, was responsible for creating the sacred items, including these staves made from shittim wood and covered in gold for the Ark of the Covenant. These poles were designed to carry the Ark without direct human contact, emphasizing the holiness and reverence required in worship.
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