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class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/exodus/25.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And thou shalt put the staves into the rings by the sides of the ark, that the ark may be borne with them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/exodus/25.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />You shall put the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark, that the ark may be carried by them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/exodus/25.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />You shall put the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark, to carry the ark with them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/exodus/25.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220You shall put the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark, to carry the ark with them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/exodus/25.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“And you shall put the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark, to carry the ark with them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/exodus/25.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />You shall put the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark, to carry the ark with them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/exodus/25.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />and put the poles through the rings on the sides of the ark, by which to carry it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/exodus/25.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Insert the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark in order to carry the ark with them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/exodus/25.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Insert the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark in order to carry the ark with them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/exodus/25.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And thou shalt put the staves into the rings on the sides of the ark, wherewith to bear the ark.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/exodus/25.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />and put them through the rings, so the chest can be carried by the poles. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/exodus/25.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And thou shalt put the staves into the rings on the sides of the ark, to bear the ark withal.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/exodus/25.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Put the poles through the rings on the sides of the ark in order to carry it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/exodus/25.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />and put them through the rings on each side of the Box. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/exodus/25.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />You are to put the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark with which to carry it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/exodus/25.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />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="versiontext"><a href="/net/exodus/25.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />and put the poles into the rings at the sides of the ark in order to carry the ark with them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/exodus/25.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />You shall put the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark to carry the ark.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/exodus/25.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And thou shalt put the staffs into the rings by the sides of the ark, that the ark may be borne with them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/exodus/25.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />You shall put the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark to carry the ark. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/exodus/25.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and have brought the poles into the rings on the sides of the Ark, to carry the Ark by them;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/exodus/25.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and hast brought the staves into the rings on the sides of the ark, to bear the ark by them,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/exodus/25.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And bring the bars into the rings upon the sides of the ark, to lift up the ark with them.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/exodus/25.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And thou shalt put them in through the rings that are in the sides of the ark, that it may be carried on them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/exodus/25.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And you shall put them through the rings that are in the sides of the ark, so that it may be carried on them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/exodus/25.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />These poles you are to put through the rings on the sides of the ark, for carrying it;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/exodus/25.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />And you shall put the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark, by which to carry the ark.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/exodus/25.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And you shall put the poles into the rings by the sides of the ark, that the ark may be borne with them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/exodus/25.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And you shall put the poles in the rings on the side of the ark by which the ark will be carried.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/exodus/25.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And thou shalt put the staves into the rings on the sides of the ark, wherewith to bear the ark.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/exodus/25.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And thou shalt put the staves into the rings on the sides of the ark, to bear the ark with them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/exodus/25-14.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=6281" 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/25.htm">The Ark of the Covenant</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">13</span>And make poles of acacia wood and overlay them with gold. <span class="reftext">14</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/935.htm" title="935: wə·hê·ḇê·ṯā (Conj-w:: V-Hifil-ConjPerf-2ms) -- To come in, come, go in, go. A primitive root; to go or come.">Insert</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/905.htm" title="905: hab·bad·dîm (Art:: N-mp) -- Separation, a part. ">the poles</a> <a href="/hebrew/2885.htm" title="2885: baṭ·ṭab·bā·‘ōṯ (Prep-b, Art:: N-fp) -- Signet ring, ring, signet. From taba'; properly, a seal, i.e. Signet; hence a ring of any kind.">into the rings</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘al (Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">on</a> <a href="/hebrew/6763.htm" title="6763: ṣal·‘ōṯ (N-fpc) -- Or tsaltah; from tsala'; a rib, literally or figuratively; hence, a side, literally or figuratively; architecturally, a timber or plank.">the sides</a> <a href="/hebrew/727.htm" title="727: hā·’ā·rōn (Art:: N-cs) -- A chest, ark. Or laron; from 'arah; a box.">of the ark,</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.">in order 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/727.htm" title="727: hā·’ā·rōn (Art:: N-cs) -- A chest, ark. Or laron; from 'arah; a box.">it.</a> <a href="/hebrew/bā·hem (Prep:: 3mp) -- "></a> </span><span class="reftext">15</span>The poles are to remain in the rings of the ark; they must not be removed.…<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="/1_kings/8-8.htm">1 Kings 8:8</a></span><br />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="/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="/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="/deuteronomy/10-8.htm">Deuteronomy 10:8</a></span><br />At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to serve Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name, as they do to this day.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/5-9.htm">2 Chronicles 5:9</a></span><br />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.<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_samuel/6-15.htm">1 Samuel 6:15</a></span><br />And the Levites took down the ark of the LORD and the chest containing the gold objects, and they placed them on the large rock. That day the men of Beth-shemesh offered burnt offerings and made sacrifices to the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/13-7.htm">1 Chronicles 13:7</a></span><br />So they carried the ark of God from the house of Abinadab on a new cart, with Uzzah and Ahio guiding the cart.<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="/joshua/3-3.htm">Joshua 3:3</a></span><br />and commanded the people: “When you see the ark of the covenant of the LORD your God being carried by the Levitical priests, you are to set out from your positions and follow it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/6-27.htm">1 Kings 6:27</a></span><br />And he placed the cherubim inside the innermost room of the temple. Since their wings were spread out, the wing of the first cherub touched one wall, while the wing of the second cherub touched the other wall, and in the middle of the room their wingtips touched.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/15-2.htm">1 Chronicles 15:2</a></span><br />Then David said, “No one but the Levites may carry the ark of God, because the LORD has chosen them to carry the ark of the LORD and to minister before Him forever.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/35-3.htm">2 Chronicles 35:3</a></span><br />To the Levites who taught all Israel and were holy to the LORD, Josiah said: “Put the holy ark in the temple built by Solomon son of David king of Israel. It is not to be carried around on your shoulders. Now serve the LORD your God and His people Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/9-5.htm">Hebrews 9:5</a></span><br />Above the ark were the cherubim of glory, overshadowing the mercy seat. But we cannot discuss these things in detail now.<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.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And you shall put the staves into the rings by the sides of the ark, that the ark may be borne with them.</p><p class="hdg">no reference </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/exodus/25-10.htm">Ark</a> <a href="/exodus/23-2.htm">Bear</a> <a href="/exodus/21-4.htm">Borne</a> <a href="/exodus/14-11.htm">Carry</a> <a href="/exodus/25-10.htm">Chest</a> <a href="/numbers/4-14.htm">Insert</a> <a href="/genesis/48-17.htm">Lifting</a> <a href="/exodus/25-13.htm">Poles</a> <a href="/exodus/25-12.htm">Rings</a> <a href="/exodus/25-13.htm">Rods</a> <a href="/exodus/12-23.htm">Sides</a> <a href="/exodus/25-13.htm">Staffs</a> <a href="/exodus/25-13.htm">Staves</a> <a href="/exodus/17-5.htm">Wherewith</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/exodus/25-15.htm">Ark</a> <a href="/exodus/25-27.htm">Bear</a> <a href="/exodus/25-28.htm">Borne</a> <a href="/exodus/25-27.htm">Carry</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/10-1.htm">Chest</a> <a href="/numbers/4-6.htm">Insert</a> <a href="/exodus/25-28.htm">Lifting</a> <a href="/exodus/25-15.htm">Poles</a> <a href="/exodus/25-15.htm">Rings</a> <a href="/exodus/25-15.htm">Rods</a> <a href="/exodus/25-32.htm">Sides</a> <a href="/exodus/25-15.htm">Staffs</a> <a href="/exodus/25-15.htm">Staves</a> <a href="/exodus/25-29.htm">Wherewith</a><div class="vheading2">Exodus 25</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/25-1.htm">What the Israelites were to offer for the building of the tabernacle</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/25-10.htm">The dimensions of the ark</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/25-17.htm">The mercy seat, with the cherubim</a></span><br><span class="reftext">23. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/25-23.htm">The table of show bread, with the furniture thereof</a></span><br><span class="reftext">31. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/25-31.htm">The golden candlestick, with the instruments thereof</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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/exodus/25.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/exodus/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/exodus/25.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Insert the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark</b><br>The instruction to insert poles into the rings on the sides of the Ark of the Covenant highlights the importance of mobility and reverence in handling sacred objects. The Ark, a central symbol of God's presence among the Israelites, was designed to be portable, reflecting the nomadic lifestyle of the Israelites during their wilderness journey. The use of poles ensured that the Ark was not touched directly, maintaining its sanctity. This method of transport underscores the holiness of the Ark, as direct contact was forbidden (<a href="/2_samuel/6-6.htm">2 Samuel 6:6-7</a>). The poles were made of acacia wood and overlaid with gold, signifying purity and incorruptibility, which are attributes of God.<p><b>in order to carry it</b><br>The purpose of the poles was to facilitate the carrying of the Ark by the Levites, specifically the Kohathites, as outlined in <a href="/numbers/4-15.htm">Numbers 4:15</a>. This method of transport was a practical solution for the Israelites' journey through the wilderness and later movements, such as the crossing of the Jordan River (<a href="/joshua/3-14.htm">Joshua 3:14-17</a>). The carrying of the Ark symbolizes the presence and guidance of God with His people, a theme echoed in the New Testament with the indwelling of the Holy Spirit in believers (<a href="/1_corinthians/3-16.htm">1 Corinthians 3:16</a>). The Ark's portability also foreshadows the coming of Jesus Christ, who would dwell among humanity (<a href="/john/1-14.htm">John 1:14</a>) and provide a way for God's presence to be accessible to all.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/m/moses.htm">Moses</a></b><br>The leader of the Israelites who received the instructions for the construction of the Ark of the Covenant from God on Mount Sinai.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/a/ark_of_the_covenant.htm">Ark of the Covenant</a></b><br>A sacred chest that held the tablets of the Ten Commandments, representing God's covenant with Israel.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/i/israelites.htm">Israelites</a></b><br>The chosen people of God, who were to carry the Ark as they journeyed through the wilderness.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/m/mount_sinai.htm">Mount Sinai</a></b><br>The mountain where Moses received the Law and the instructions for the Tabernacle, including the Ark.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/tabernacle.htm">Tabernacle</a></b><br>The portable earthly dwelling place of God among the Israelites, where the Ark was to be housed.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/r/reverence_for_god's_instructions.htm">Reverence for God's Instructions</a></b><br>The specific instructions for carrying the Ark underscore the importance of following God's commands with precision and respect.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/symbol_of_god's_presence.htm">Symbol of God's Presence</a></b><br>The Ark represented God's presence among His people, reminding us of the importance of seeking and honoring God's presence in our lives today.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/o/obedience_and_holiness.htm">Obedience and Holiness</a></b><br>The method of carrying the Ark teaches us about the necessity of obedience and the pursuit of holiness in our walk with God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_responsibility.htm">Community Responsibility</a></b><br>The carrying of the Ark by the Israelites signifies the collective responsibility of the community to uphold and honor God's covenant.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/spiritual_journey.htm">Spiritual Journey</a></b><br>Just as the Israelites carried the Ark through the wilderness, we are called to carry God's Word and presence with us on our spiritual journey.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_exodus_25.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Exodus 25</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/why_does_the_ark_resemble_egyptian_chests.htm">Why do the dimensions of the Ark of the Covenant (Exodus 25) resemble those of Egyptian sacred chests, suggesting borrowed traditions?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/2_sam_6_6-8__inconsistencies_with_god's_mercy.htm">2 Samuel 6:6–8 – Are there historical or textual inconsistencies between this account of Uzzah and other descriptions of God’s mercy or patience in the Old Testament?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_the_ark's_design_practical_for_travel.htm">Exodus 25:10 – Does using acacia wood and gold overlay for the Ark raise practical or scientific concerns about weight and portability for a traveling community? </a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/exodus/25.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 14.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">That the ark may be borne with</span> <span class="cmt_word">them.</span> The Hebrew ark was not made, like the Egyptian arks, for processions, and was never exhibited in the way of display, as they were. The need of carrying it arose from the fact, that the Israelites had not yet obtained a permanent abode. As soon as Canaan was reached, the ark had a fixed locality assigned to it, though the locality was changed from time to time (<a href="/joshua/18-1.htm">Joshua 18:1</a>; <a href="/1_samuel/4-3.htm">1 Samuel 4:3</a>; <a href="/1_samuel/7-1.htm">1 Samuel 7:1</a>; <a href="/2_samuel/6-10.htm">2 Samuel 6:10</a>, etc.); but in the desert it required to be moved each time that the congregation changed its camping-ground. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/exodus/25-14.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">Insert</span><br /><span class="heb">וְהֵֽבֵאתָ֤</span> <span class="translit">(wə·hê·ḇê·ṯā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_935.htm">Strong's 935: </a> </span><span class="str2">To come in, come, go in, go</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the poles</span><br /><span class="heb">הַבַּדִּים֙</span> <span class="translit">(hab·bad·dîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">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">into the rings</span><br /><span class="heb">בַּטַּבָּעֹ֔ת</span> <span class="translit">(baṭ·ṭab·bā·‘ōṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b, 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">on</span><br /><span class="heb">עַ֖ל</span> <span class="translit">(‘al)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> </span><span class="str2">Above, over, upon, against</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the sides</span><br /><span class="heb">צַלְעֹ֣ת</span> <span class="translit">(ṣal·‘ōṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6763.htm">Strong's 6763: </a> </span><span class="str2">A rib, a side, a, timber, plank</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the ark,</span><br /><span class="heb">הָאָרֹ֑ן</span> <span class="translit">(hā·’ā·rōn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_727.htm">Strong's 727: </a> </span><span class="str2">A chest, ark</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in order to carry</span><br /><span class="heb">לָשֵׂ֥את</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 ark.</span><br /><span class="heb">הָאָרֹ֖ן</span> <span class="translit">(hā·’ā·rōn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_727.htm">Strong's 727: </a> </span><span class="str2">A chest, ark</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/exodus/25-14.htm">Exodus 25:14 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/exodus/25-14.htm">Exodus 25:14 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/exodus/25-14.htm">Exodus 25:14 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/exodus/25-14.htm">Exodus 25:14 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/exodus/25-14.htm">Exodus 25:14 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/exodus/25-14.htm">Exodus 25:14 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/exodus/25-14.htm">Exodus 25:14 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/exodus/25-14.htm">Exodus 25:14 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/exodus/25-14.htm">Exodus 25:14 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/exodus/25-14.htm">Exodus 25:14 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/exodus/25-14.htm">OT Law: Exodus 25:14 You shall put the poles into (Exo. 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