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href="/bsb/exodus/38.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/38.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />They cast bronze rings to hold the poles for the four corners of the bronze grating.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/exodus/38.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />He cast four rings and attached them to the corners of the bronze grating to hold the carrying poles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/exodus/38.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />He cast four rings on the four corners of the bronze grating as holders for the poles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/exodus/38.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />At the four corners of the bronze grate he cast four rings as holders for the poles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/exodus/38.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And he cast four rings for the four ends of the grate of brass, <i>to be</i> places for the staves.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/exodus/38.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />He cast four rings for the four corners of the bronze grating, <i>as</i> holders for the poles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/exodus/38.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />He also cast four rings on the four ends of the bronze grating <i>as</i> holders for the poles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/exodus/38.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />He cast four rings on the four ends of the bronze grating as holders for the poles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/exodus/38.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And he cast four rings on the four ends of the bronze grating <i>as</i> holders for the poles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/exodus/38.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />He cast four rings on the four ends of the bronze grating <i>as</i> holders for the poles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/exodus/38.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />He cast four rings for the four corners of the bronze grating as holders for the carrying poles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/exodus/38.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />He cast four rings at the four corners of the bronze grate as holders for the poles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/exodus/38.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />At the four corners of the bronze grate he cast four rings as holders for the poles. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/exodus/38.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And he cast four rings for the four ends of the grating of brass, to be places for the staves.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/exodus/38.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Then he attached a bronze ring beneath the ledge at the four corners to put the poles through. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/exodus/38.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And he cast four rings for the four ends of the grating of brass, to be places for the staves.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/exodus/38.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />He cast four rings to hold the poles (one for each of the four corners of the bronze grate).<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/exodus/38.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />He made four carrying rings and put them on the four corners. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/exodus/38.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />He cast four rings on the four ends of the bronze lattice as holders for the poles. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/exodus/38.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />At the four corners of the bronze grate he cast four rings as holders for the poles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/exodus/38.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />He cast four rings for the four corners of the bronze grating, to provide places for the poles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/exodus/38.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />He cast four rings for the four ends of bronze grating, to be places for the poles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/exodus/38.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And he cast four rings for the four ends of the grate of brass, to be places for the staffs.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/exodus/38.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />He cast four rings for the four corners of bronze grating, to be places for the poles. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/exodus/38.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and he casts four rings for the four ends of the bronze grate—places for bars;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/exodus/38.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and he casteth four rings for the four ends of the brazen grate -- places for bars;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/exodus/38.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And he will cast four rings for the four ends for the grate of brass, the inner parts for the poles.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/exodus/38.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Casting four rings at the four ends of the net at the top, to put in bars to carry it. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/exodus/38.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />casting four rings at the four ends of the net in order to set the bars, so as to carry it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/exodus/38.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Four rings were cast for the four corners of the bronze grating, as holders for the poles,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/exodus/38.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />He cast four rings on the four corners of the bronze grating to hold the poles;<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/exodus/38.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And he cast four rings for the four corners of the grate of brass to be places for the poles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/exodus/38.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And he devised for it four rings at its four corners for the base of brass, the place for the poles.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/exodus/38.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And he cast four rings for the four ends of the grating of brass, to be holders for the staves.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/exodus/38.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/exodus/38-5.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=9986" 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/38.htm">The Altar of Burnt Offering</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">4</span>He made a grate of bronze mesh for the altar under its ledge, halfway up from the bottom. <span class="reftext">5</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/702.htm" title="702: ’ar·ba‘ (Number-fsc) -- Four. Masculine oarbaah; from raba'; four.">At the four</a> <a href="/hebrew/7117.htm" title="7117: haq·qə·ṣā·wōṯ (Art:: N-fp) -- An end. From qatsah; a termination; also a portion; adverbially after.">corners</a> <a href="/hebrew/5178.htm" title="5178: han·nə·ḥō·šeṯ (Art:: N-fs) -- Copper, bronze. For nchuwshah; copper, hence, something made of that metal, i.e. Coin, a fetter; figuratively, base.">of the bronze</a> <a href="/hebrew/4345.htm" title="4345: lə·miḵ·bar (Prep-l:: N-msc) -- A netted cloth, coverlet. From kabar in the sense of covering; a grate.">grate</a> <a href="/hebrew/3332.htm" title="3332: way·yi·ṣōq (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- A primitive root; properly, to pour out; by implication, to melt or cast as metal; by extension, to place firmly, to stiffen or grow hard.">he cast</a> <a href="/hebrew/702.htm" title="702: bə·’ar·ba‘ (Prep-b:: Number-fsc) -- Four. Masculine oarbaah; from raba'; four.">four</a> <a href="/hebrew/2885.htm" title="2885: ṭab·bā·‘ōṯ (N-fp) -- Signet ring, ring, signet. From taba'; properly, a seal, i.e. Signet; hence a ring of any kind.">rings</a> <a href="/hebrew/1004.htm" title="1004: bāt·tîm (N-mp) -- A house. Probably from banah abbreviated; a house.">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> </span><span class="reftext">6</span>And he made the poles of acacia wood and overlaid them with bronze.…<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/27-4.htm">Exodus 27:4-5</a></span><br />Construct for it a grate of bronze mesh, and make a bronze ring at each of the four corners of the mesh. / Set the grate beneath the ledge of the altar, so that the mesh comes halfway up the altar.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/25-3.htm">Exodus 25:3-7</a></span><br />This is the offering you are to accept from them: gold, silver, and bronze; / blue, purple, and scarlet yarn; fine linen and goat hair; / ram skins dyed red and fine leather; acacia wood; ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/26-37.htm">Exodus 26:37</a></span><br />Make five posts of acacia wood for the curtain, overlay them with gold hooks, and cast five bronze bases for them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/30-18.htm">Exodus 30:18</a></span><br />“You are to make a bronze basin with a bronze stand for washing. Set it between the Tent of Meeting and the altar, and put water in it,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/36-38.htm">Exodus 36:38</a></span><br />together with five posts and their hooks. He overlaid the tops of the posts and their bands with gold, and their five bases were bronze.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/39-39.htm">Exodus 39:39</a></span><br />the bronze altar with its bronze grating, its poles, and all its utensils; the basin with its stand;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/40-6.htm">Exodus 40:6</a></span><br />Place the altar of burnt offering in front of the entrance to the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/4-14.htm">Numbers 4:14</a></span><br />and place on it all the vessels used to serve there: the firepans, meat forks, shovels, and sprinkling bowls—all the equipment of the altar. They are to spread over it a covering of fine leather and insert the poles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/7-45.htm">1 Kings 7:45</a></span><br />and the pots, shovels, and sprinkling bowls. All the articles that Huram made for King Solomon in the house of the LORD were made of burnished bronze.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/4-16.htm">2 Chronicles 4:16</a></span><br />and the pots, shovels, meat forks, and all the other articles. All these objects that Huram-abi made for King Solomon for the house of the LORD were of polished bronze.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/43-13.htm">Ezekiel 43:13-17</a></span><br />These are the measurements of the altar in long cubits (a cubit and a handbreadth): Its gutter shall be a cubit deep and a cubit wide, with a rim of one span around its edge. And this is the height of the altar: / The space from the gutter on the ground to the lower ledge shall be two cubits, and the ledge one cubit wide. The space from the smaller ledge to the larger ledge shall be four cubits, and the ledge one cubit wide. / The altar hearth shall be four cubits high, and four horns shall project upward from the hearth. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/9-2.htm">Hebrews 9:2-5</a></span><br />A tabernacle was prepared. In its first room were the lampstand, the table, and the consecrated bread. This was called the Holy Place. / Behind the second curtain was a room called the Most Holy Place, / 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="/hebrews/9-21.htm">Hebrews 9:21</a></span><br />In the same way, he sprinkled with blood the tabernacle and all the vessels used in worship.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/1-12.htm">Revelation 1:12-13</a></span><br />Then I turned to see the voice that was speaking with me. And having turned, I saw seven golden lampstands, / and among the lampstands was One like the Son of Man, dressed in a long robe, with a golden sash around His chest.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/1-20.htm">Revelation 1:20</a></span><br />This is the mystery of the seven stars you saw in My right hand and of the seven golden lampstands: The seven stars are the angels of the seven churches, and the seven lampstands are the seven churches.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And he cast four rings for the four ends of the grate of brass, to be places for the staves.</p><p class="hdg">the grate</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/27-4.htm">Exodus 27:4</a></b></br> And thou shalt make for it a grate of network <i>of</i> brass; and upon the net shalt thou make four brasen rings in the four corners thereof.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/exodus/38-2.htm">Angles</a> <a href="/exodus/36-34.htm">Bars</a> <a href="/exodus/38-4.htm">Brass</a> <a href="/exodus/38-4.htm">Brazen</a> <a href="/exodus/38-4.htm">Bronze</a> <a href="/exodus/37-13.htm">Cast</a> <a href="/exodus/37-13.htm">Casteth</a> <a href="/exodus/38-3.htm">Copper</a> <a href="/exodus/38-2.htm">Corners</a> <a href="/exodus/37-8.htm">Ends</a> <a href="/exodus/38-2.htm">Four</a> <a href="/exodus/38-4.htm">Grate</a> <a href="/exodus/38-4.htm">Grating</a> <a href="/exodus/37-27.htm">Hold</a> <a href="/exodus/37-27.htm">Holders</a> <a href="/exodus/38-4.htm">Network</a> <a href="/exodus/37-27.htm">Places</a> <a href="/exodus/37-28.htm">Poles</a> <a href="/exodus/36-34.htm">Receptacles</a> <a href="/exodus/37-27.htm">Rings</a> <a href="/exodus/37-28.htm">Rods</a> <a href="/exodus/37-28.htm">Staffs</a> <a href="/exodus/37-28.htm">Staves</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_kings/6-31.htm">Angles</a> <a href="/exodus/39-33.htm">Bars</a> <a href="/exodus/38-6.htm">Brass</a> <a href="/exodus/38-10.htm">Brazen</a> <a href="/exodus/38-6.htm">Bronze</a> <a href="/exodus/38-27.htm">Cast</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/33-27.htm">Casteth</a> <a href="/exodus/38-6.htm">Copper</a> <a href="/exodus/39-4.htm">Corners</a> <a href="/exodus/39-4.htm">Ends</a> <a href="/exodus/38-19.htm">Four</a> <a href="/exodus/38-30.htm">Grate</a> <a href="/exodus/38-30.htm">Grating</a> <a href="/leviticus/19-13.htm">Hold</a> <a href="/exodus/25-27.htm">Holders</a> <a href="/exodus/38-30.htm">Network</a> <a href="/exodus/40-18.htm">Places</a> <a href="/exodus/38-6.htm">Poles</a> <a href="/exodus/26-29.htm">Receptacles</a> <a href="/exodus/38-7.htm">Rings</a> <a href="/exodus/38-6.htm">Rods</a> <a href="/exodus/38-6.htm">Staffs</a> <a href="/exodus/38-6.htm">Staves</a><div class="vheading2">Exodus 38</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/38-1.htm">The altar of burnt offering</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/38-8.htm">The laver of brass</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/38-9.htm">The court, and its hangings</a></span><br><span class="reftext">21. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/38-21.htm">The sum of what the people offered, and the use to which it was applied</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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The four corners symbolize completeness and universality, often representing the four directions of the earth. This design reflects the altar's role in atoning for the sins of all the people of Israel. Bronze, a durable metal, signifies judgment and endurance, appropriate for the altar where sacrifices were made. The use of bronze in the Tabernacle's construction is consistent with its use in other ancient Near Eastern cultures for items associated with strength and permanence.<p><b>he cast four rings</b><br>The casting of rings indicates a method of creating durable and functional components for the altar. Rings were essential for the mobility of the Tabernacle, allowing it to be transported as the Israelites journeyed through the wilderness. The number four, as seen with the corners, again suggests completeness. The use of rings for carrying sacred objects is a recurring theme in the construction of the Tabernacle, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the sanctity and integrity of these holy items during transport.<p><b>as holders for the poles</b><br>The poles were used to carry the altar, ensuring that it was not touched directly by human hands, which would defile it. This method of transport reflects the holiness of the altar and the reverence required in handling sacred objects. The use of poles is reminiscent of the instructions given for the Ark of the Covenant, highlighting the consistent theme of holiness and separation in the handling of sacred items. This practice underscores the importance of obedience to God's commands in worship and service, a principle that is echoed throughout Scripture.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/b/bezalel.htm">Bezalel</a></b><br>The chief artisan appointed by God to oversee the construction of the Tabernacle and its furnishings, including the bronze altar.<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/b/bronze_altar.htm">Bronze Altar</a></b><br>A key component of the Tabernacle, used for burnt offerings and sacrifices, symbolizing atonement and worship.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/i/israelites.htm">Israelites</a></b><br>The people of God, who were commanded to construct the Tabernacle according to God's specific instructions.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/w/wilderness_journey.htm">Wilderness Journey</a></b><br>The period during which the Israelites traveled from Egypt to the Promised Land, relying on God's guidance and provision.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/o/obedience_to_god's_instructions.htm">Obedience to God's Instructions</a></b><br>The construction of the Tabernacle and its furnishings, including the bronze altar, underscores the importance of obedience to God's specific instructions. Just as the Israelites were called to follow God's detailed plans, we are called to live according to His Word.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/symbolism_of_sacrifice.htm">Symbolism of Sacrifice</a></b><br>The bronze altar symbolizes the need for atonement and the seriousness of sin. In the New Testament, Jesus becomes the ultimate sacrifice, fulfilling the need for continual offerings. We are reminded of the cost of our redemption and the call to live sacrificially.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_presence_and_guidance.htm">God's Presence and Guidance</a></b><br>The Tabernacle served as a physical reminder of God's presence among His people. Today, believers have the Holy Spirit dwelling within them, guiding and empowering them to live according to God's will.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_and_worship.htm">Community and Worship</a></b><br>The construction and use of the Tabernacle required the collective effort and participation of the Israelite community. Similarly, the church today is called to work together in worship and service, building up the body of Christ.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_exodus_38.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Exodus 38</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_did_israelites_get_and_move_metals.htm">How could the Israelites realistically acquire and transport the vast amounts of gold, silver, and bronze mentioned in Exodus 38:24-31 while wandering in the desert?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_mirrors_fit_ancient_tech_practices.htm">Exodus 38:8 describes the use of women's mirrors in creating the bronze basin; how does this detail align with known technological practices of that era?</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><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible_on_mutual_consent_in_marriage.htm">What was the laver's purpose in the tabernacle?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/exodus/38-5.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">At the four</span><br /><span class="heb">אַרְבַּ֧ע</span> <span class="translit">(’ar·ba‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Number - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_702.htm">Strong's 702: </a> </span><span class="str2">Four</span><br /><br /><span class="word">corners</span><br /><span class="heb">הַקְּצָוֺ֖ת</span> <span class="translit">(haq·qə·ṣā·wōṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - feminine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7099.htm">Strong's 7099: </a> </span><span class="str2">End, boundary</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the bronze</span><br /><span class="heb">הַנְּחֹ֑שֶׁת</span> <span class="translit">(han·nə·ḥō·šeṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5178.htm">Strong's 5178: </a> </span><span class="str2">Copper, something made of that metal, coin, a fetter, base</span><br /><br /><span class="word">grate</span><br /><span class="heb">לְמִכְבַּ֣ר</span> <span class="translit">(lə·miḵ·bar)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4345.htm">Strong's 4345: </a> </span><span class="str2">A netted cloth, coverlet</span><br /><br /><span class="word">he cast</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיִּצֹ֞ק</span> <span class="translit">(way·yi·ṣōq)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3332.htm">Strong's 3332: </a> </span><span class="str2">To pour out, to melt, cast as metal, to place firmly, to stiffen, grow hard</span><br /><br /><span class="word">four</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּאַרְבַּ֥ע</span> <span class="translit">(bə·’ar·ba‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Number - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_702.htm">Strong's 702: </a> </span><span class="str2">Four</span><br /><br /><span class="word">rings</span><br /><span class="heb">טַבָּעֹ֛ת</span> <span class="translit">(ṭab·bā·‘ōṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">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">as holders</span><br /><span class="heb">בָּתִּ֖ים</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">לַבַּדִּֽים׃</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 /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/exodus/38-5.htm">Exodus 38:5 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/exodus/38-5.htm">Exodus 38:5 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/exodus/38-5.htm">Exodus 38:5 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/exodus/38-5.htm">Exodus 38:5 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/exodus/38-5.htm">Exodus 38:5 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/exodus/38-5.htm">Exodus 38:5 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/exodus/38-5.htm">Exodus 38:5 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/exodus/38-5.htm">Exodus 38:5 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/exodus/38-5.htm">Exodus 38:5 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/exodus/38-5.htm">Exodus 38:5 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/exodus/38-5.htm">OT Law: Exodus 38:5 He cast four rings for the four (Exo. 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