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href="/bsb/exodus/37.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/exodus/37.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />The rings were put close to the rim to hold the poles used in carrying the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/exodus/37.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />The rings were attached near the border to hold the poles that were used to carry the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/exodus/37.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Close to the frame were the rings, as holders for the poles to carry the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/exodus/37.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The rings were placed close to the rim, to serve as holders for the poles used to carry the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/exodus/37.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Over against the border were the rings, the places for the staves to bear the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/exodus/37.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The rings were close to the frame, as holders for the poles to bear the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/exodus/37.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Close by the rim were the rings, the holders for the poles to carry the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/exodus/37.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Close by the rim were the rings, the holders for the poles to carry the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/exodus/37.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Close by the rim were the rings, the holders for the poles to carry the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/exodus/37.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Close to the rim were the rings, the holders for the poles to carry the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/exodus/37.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Close by the rim were the rings, the holders for the poles [to pass through] to carry the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/exodus/37.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The rings were next to the frame as holders for the poles to carry the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/exodus/37.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The rings were next to the frame as holders for the poles to carry the table. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/exodus/37.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Close by the border were the rings, the places for the staves to bear the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/exodus/37.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />near the edging. The poles for carrying the table were placed through these rings <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/exodus/37.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Close by the border were the rings, the places for the staves to bear the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/exodus/37.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The rings were put close to the rim to hold the poles for carrying the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/exodus/37.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />The rings to hold the poles for carrying the table were placed near the rim. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/exodus/37.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />The rings were close to the rim as holders for the poles to carry the table. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/exodus/37.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The rings were placed close to the rim, to serve as holders for the poles used to carry the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/exodus/37.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The rings were close to the frame to provide places for the poles to carry the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/exodus/37.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The rings were close by the border, the places for the poles to carry the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/exodus/37.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Over against the border were the rings, the places for the staffs, to bear the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/exodus/37.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The rings were close by the border, the places for the poles to carry the table. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/exodus/37.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />the rings have been close by the border, places for poles to carry the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/exodus/37.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> over-against the border have the rings been, places for staves to bear the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/exodus/37.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Over against the border were the rings, the inner parts for the poles to lift up the table.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/exodus/37.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Over against the crown: and he put the bars into them, that the table might be carried. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/exodus/37.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />opposite the crown. And he placed the bars into them, so that the table could be carried.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/exodus/37.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The rings were alongside the frame as holders for the poles to carry the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/exodus/37.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The rings that held the poles used for carrying the table were close to the rim.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/exodus/37.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Over against the border were the rings, the places for the poles to carry the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/exodus/37.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Against the rim were its rings, the place for the poles to carry the table.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/exodus/37.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Close by the border were the rings, the holders for the staves to bear the table.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/exodus/37-14.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kVae3PiKqhs?start=9827" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/exodus/37.htm">The Table of Showbread</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">13</span>He cast four gold rings for the table and fastened them to the four corners at its four legs. <span class="reftext">14</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/2885.htm" title="2885: haṭ·ṭab·bā·‘ōṯ (Art:: N-fp) -- Signet ring, ring, signet. From taba'; properly, a seal, i.e. Signet; hence a ring of any kind.">The rings</a> <a href="/hebrew/1961.htm" title="1961: hā·yū (V-Qal-Perf-3cp) -- To fall out, come to pass, become, be. A primitive root; to exist, i.e. Be or become, come to pass.">were placed</a> <a href="/hebrew/5980.htm" title="5980: lə·‘um·maṯ (Prep-l) -- Close by, side by side with. From amam; conjunction, i.e. Society; mostly adverb or preposition, near, beside, along with.">close</a> <a href="/hebrew/4526.htm" title="4526: ham·mis·ge·reṯ (Art:: N-fs) -- Border, rim, fastness. From cagar; something enclosing, i.e. A margin; concretely, a stronghold.">to the rim,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1004.htm" title="1004: bāt·tîm (N-mp) -- A house. Probably from banah abbreviated; a house.">to serve as holders</a> <a href="/hebrew/905.htm" title="905: lab·bad·dîm (Prep-l, Art:: N-mp) -- Separation, a part. ">for the poles</a> <a href="/hebrew/5375.htm" title="5375: lā·śêṯ (Prep-l:: V-Qal-Inf) -- Or nacah ('abad); a primitive root; to lift, in a great variety of applications, literal and figurative, absol. And rel.">used to carry</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: ’eṯ- (DirObjM) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self."></a> <a href="/hebrew/7979.htm" title="7979: haš·šul·ḥān (Art:: N-ms) -- A table. From shalach; a table; by implication, a meal.">the table.</a> </span><span class="reftext">15</span>He made the poles of acacia wood for carrying the table and overlaid them with gold.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/25-12.htm">Exodus 25:12-15</a></span><br />Cast four gold rings for it and fasten them to its four feet, two rings on one side and two on the other. / And make poles of acacia wood and overlay them with gold. / Insert the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark, in order to carry it. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/26-29.htm">Exodus 26:29</a></span><br />Overlay the frames with gold and make gold rings to hold the crossbars. Also overlay the crossbars with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/30-4.htm">Exodus 30:4-5</a></span><br />And make two gold rings below the molding on opposite sides to hold the poles used to carry it. / Make the poles of acacia wood and overlay them with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/7-30.htm">1 Kings 7:30-37</a></span><br />Each stand had four bronze wheels with bronze axles and a basin resting on four supports, with wreaths at each side. / The opening to each stand inside the crown at the top was one cubit deep, with a round opening like the design of a pedestal, a cubit and a half wide. And around its opening were engravings, but the panels of the stands were square, not round. / There were four wheels under the panels, and the axles of the wheels were attached to the stand; each wheel was a cubit and a half in diameter. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/28-18.htm">1 Chronicles 28:18</a></span><br />the 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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/4-12.htm">2 Chronicles 4:12-13</a></span><br />the two pillars; the two bowl-shaped capitals atop the pillars; the two sets of network covering both bowls of the capitals atop the pillars; / the four hundred pomegranates for the two sets of network (two rows of pomegranates for each network covering both the bowl-shaped capitals atop the pillars);<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/4-6.htm">Numbers 4:6</a></span><br />They are to place over this a covering of fine leather, spread a solid blue cloth over it, and insert its poles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/7-9.htm">Numbers 7:9</a></span><br />But he did not give any to the Kohathites, since they were to carry on their shoulders the holy objects for which they were responsible.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/9-4.htm">Hebrews 9:4</a></span><br />containing 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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/6-23.htm">1 Kings 6:23-28</a></span><br />In the inner sanctuary he made two cherubim, each ten cubits high, out of olive wood. / One wing of the first cherub was five cubits long, and the other wing was five cubits long as well. So the full wingspan was ten cubits. / The second cherub also measured ten cubits; both cherubim had the same size and shape, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/8-7.htm">1 Kings 8:7-8</a></span><br />For the cherubim spread their wings over the place of the ark and overshadowed the ark and its poles. / The poles extended far enough that their ends were visible from the Holy Place in front of the inner sanctuary, but not from outside the Holy Place; and they are there to this day.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/6-3.htm">2 Samuel 6:3</a></span><br />They set the ark of God on a new cart and brought it from the house of Abinadab, which was on the hill. Uzzah and Ahio, the sons of Abinadab, were guiding the new cart,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/15-15.htm">1 Chronicles 15:15</a></span><br />And the Levites carried the ark of God on their shoulders with the poles, as Moses had commanded in accordance with the word of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/28-15.htm">1 Chronicles 28:15</a></span><br />the weight of the gold lampstands and their lamps, including the weight of each lampstand and its lamps; the weight of each silver lampstand and its lamps, according to the use of each lampstand;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/5-8.htm">2 Chronicles 5:8-9</a></span><br />For the cherubim spread their wings over the place of the ark and overshadowed the ark and its poles. / The poles of the ark extended far enough that their ends were visible from in front of the inner sanctuary, but not from outside the Holy Place; and they are there to this day.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Over against the border were the rings, the places for the staves to bear the table.</p><p class="hdg">no reference </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/exodus/37-5.htm">Bear</a> <a href="/exodus/37-12.htm">Border</a> <a href="/exodus/37-5.htm">Carry</a> <a href="/exodus/27-7.htm">Carrying</a> <a href="/exodus/28-27.htm">Close</a> <a href="/exodus/36-22.htm">Fixed</a> <a href="/exodus/37-12.htm">Frame</a> <a href="/exodus/36-34.htm">Hold</a> <a href="/exodus/36-34.htm">Holders</a> <a href="/exodus/35-26.htm">Lifted</a> <a href="/exodus/25-27.htm">Margin</a> <a href="/exodus/34-3.htm">Over-Against</a> <a href="/exodus/36-34.htm">Places</a> <a href="/exodus/37-5.htm">Poles</a> <a href="/exodus/37-12.htm">Rim</a> <a href="/exodus/37-13.htm">Rings</a> <a href="/exodus/37-5.htm">Rods</a> <a href="/exodus/37-5.htm">Staffs</a> <a href="/exodus/37-5.htm">Staves</a> <a href="/exodus/37-13.htm">Table</a> <a href="/exodus/36-13.htm">Used</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/exodus/37-15.htm">Bear</a> <a href="/exodus/37-26.htm">Border</a> <a href="/exodus/37-15.htm">Carry</a> <a href="/exodus/37-15.htm">Carrying</a> <a href="/exodus/39-20.htm">Close</a> <a href="/exodus/39-6.htm">Fixed</a> <a href="/exodus/38-4.htm">Frame</a> <a href="/exodus/37-27.htm">Hold</a> <a href="/exodus/37-27.htm">Holders</a> <a href="/exodus/40-36.htm">Lifted</a> <a href="/exodus/25-25.htm">Margin</a> <a href="/exodus/39-18.htm">Over-Against</a> <a href="/exodus/37-27.htm">Places</a> <a href="/exodus/37-15.htm">Poles</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/2-36.htm">Rim</a> <a href="/exodus/37-27.htm">Rings</a> <a href="/exodus/37-15.htm">Rods</a> <a href="/exodus/37-15.htm">Staffs</a> <a href="/exodus/37-15.htm">Staves</a> <a href="/exodus/37-15.htm">Table</a> <a href="/exodus/37-24.htm">Used</a><div class="vheading2">Exodus 37</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/37-1.htm">The ark and mercy seat with cherubim made</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/37-10.htm">The table of showbread with its vessels</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/37-17.htm">The candlestick with its lamps and instruments</a></span><br><span class="reftext">25. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/37-25.htm">The altar of incense</a></span><br><span class="reftext">29. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/37-29.htm">The anointing oil and sweet incense</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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This detail reflects the meticulous instructions given by God for the construction of the tabernacle, emphasizing the need for precision and care in worship. The proximity to the rim suggests ease of access and functionality, ensuring that the table could be carried without difficulty. This design choice highlights the practical aspects of worship, where every element serves a purpose in facilitating the Israelites' relationship with God.<p><b>to serve as holders for the poles</b><br>The rings served a specific function as holders for the poles, which were essential for the mobility of the tabernacle. This reflects the nomadic lifestyle of the Israelites during their wilderness journey, where the tabernacle needed to be portable. The use of poles and rings ensured that the sacred objects could be transported without being touched directly, preserving their sanctity. This design also foreshadows the concept of God's presence being with His people wherever they go, a theme that resonates throughout Scripture.<p><b>used to carry the table</b><br>The table referred to here is the Table of Showbread, which held the bread of the Presence, symbolizing God's provision and covenant with Israel. The ability to carry the table underscores the transient nature of the Israelites' journey and their reliance on God's guidance. This portability is a reminder of the temporary nature of earthly dwellings and the eternal promise of God's presence. The carrying of the table also prefigures the New Testament understanding of Jesus as the Bread of Life, who sustains and accompanies believers on their spiritual journey.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/b/bezalel.htm">Bezalel</a></b><br>The skilled craftsman appointed by God to construct the Tabernacle and its furnishings, including the table of showbread.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/tabernacle.htm">Tabernacle</a></b><br>The portable dwelling place for the presence of God among the Israelites during their journey through the wilderness.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/table_of_showbread.htm">Table of Showbread</a></b><br>A sacred table in the Tabernacle where the bread of the Presence was placed, symbolizing God's provision and covenant with Israel.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/r/rings_and_poles.htm">Rings and Poles</a></b><br>Functional elements designed for the mobility of the table, ensuring it could be carried as the Israelites traveled.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/i/israelites.htm">Israelites</a></b><br>The chosen people of God, for whom the Tabernacle was constructed as a place of worship and divine encounter.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_attention_to_detail.htm">God's Attention to Detail</a></b><br>The specific instructions for the rings and poles remind us that God cares about the details of our lives and our worship.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/m/mobility_and_obedience.htm">Mobility and Obedience</a></b><br>The design for carrying the table signifies the need for readiness and obedience in following God's leading, wherever He may direct.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/symbol_of_provision.htm">Symbol of Provision</a></b><br>The table of showbread represents God's continual provision and presence, encouraging us to trust in His sustenance.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/holiness_and_reverence.htm">Holiness and Reverence</a></b><br>The careful handling of the table underscores the importance of approaching God with reverence and respect for His holiness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_and_worship.htm">Community and Worship</a></b><br>The table's role in the Tabernacle highlights the communal aspect of worship, reminding us of the importance of gathering together in God's presence.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_exodus_37.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Exodus 37</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/exodus_37_10-16__source_of_timber,_gold.htm">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?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_the_incense_formula_in_exodus_historical.htm">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?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_non-levites_handle_the_ark.htm">In 1 Chronicles 15:2, where David insists only the Levites may carry the Ark, how do we reconcile this claim with any instances where non-Levites handled it or transported it in other texts?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_did_israelites_transport_the_altar.htm">Exodus 27:1-8: How could the Israelites feasibly construct and transport such a large bronze-covered acacia wood altar during prolonged desert wanderings?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/exodus/37-14.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">The rings</span><br /><span class="heb">הַטַּבָּעֹ֑ת</span> <span class="translit">(haṭ·ṭab·bā·‘ōṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - feminine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2885.htm">Strong's 2885: </a> </span><span class="str2">A seal, signet, a ring of any kind</span><br /><br /><span class="word">were placed</span><br /><span class="heb">הָי֖וּ</span> <span class="translit">(hā·yū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1961.htm">Strong's 1961: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fall out, come to pass, become, be</span><br /><br /><span class="word">next to</span><br /><span class="heb">לְעֻמַּת֙</span> <span class="translit">(lə·‘um·maṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5980.htm">Strong's 5980: </a> </span><span class="str2">Society, near, beside, along with</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the frame</span><br /><span class="heb">הַמִּסְגֶּ֔רֶת</span> <span class="translit">(ham·mis·ge·reṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4526.htm">Strong's 4526: </a> </span><span class="str2">Something enclosing, a margin, a stronghold</span><br /><br /><span class="word">as holders</span><br /><span class="heb">בָּתִּים֙</span> <span class="translit">(bāt·tîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1004.htm">Strong's 1004: </a> </span><span class="str2">A house</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for the poles</span><br /><span class="heb">לַבַּדִּ֔ים</span> <span class="translit">(lab·bad·dîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_905.htm">Strong's 905: </a> </span><span class="str2">Separation, a part of the body, branch of a, tree, bar for, carrying, chief of</span><br /><br /><span class="word">used to carry</span><br /><span class="heb">לָשֵׂ֖את</span> <span class="translit">(lā·śêṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5375.htm">Strong's 5375: </a> </span><span class="str2">To lift, carry, take</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the table.</span><br /><span class="heb">הַשֻּׁלְחָֽן׃</span> <span class="translit">(haš·šul·ḥān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7979.htm">Strong's 7979: </a> </span><span class="str2">A table, a meal</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/exodus/37-14.htm">Exodus 37:14 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/exodus/37-14.htm">Exodus 37:14 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/exodus/37-14.htm">Exodus 37:14 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/exodus/37-14.htm">Exodus 37:14 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/exodus/37-14.htm">Exodus 37:14 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/exodus/37-14.htm">Exodus 37:14 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/exodus/37-14.htm">Exodus 37:14 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/exodus/37-14.htm">Exodus 37:14 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/exodus/37-14.htm">Exodus 37:14 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/exodus/37-14.htm">Exodus 37:14 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/exodus/37-14.htm">OT Law: Exodus 37:14 The rings were close by the border (Exo. 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