The work of the bases was like this: they had panels; and there were panels between the ledges;
Parallel translations
- KJV And the work of the bases was on this manner: they had borders, and the borders were between the ledges:
- BSB This was the design of the stands: They had side panels attached to uprights,
- NKJV And this was the design of the carts: They had panels, and the panels were between frames;
- NASB This was the design of the stands: they had borders, that is, borders between the crossbars,
- NLT They were constructed with side panels braced with crossbars.
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Quick answer
The stands were built with panels set within frames. Their paneled structure provided surfaces for decoration.
Overview
The framed panels formed the body of each stand and gave room for the engraved images described next. This careful construction shows that even the supporting furniture of the temple was made with deliberate artistry. The whole environment of worship was crafted to reflect order and beauty fitting for the house of God.
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