He made the ten stands like this: all of them had the same casting, same measure, and same form.
Parallel translations
- WEB He made the ten bases in this way: all of them had one casting, one measure, and one form.
- KJV After this manner he made the ten bases: all of them had one casting, one measure, and one size.
- BSB In this way he made the ten stands, each with the same casting, dimensions, and shape.
- NKJV Thus he made the ten carts. All of them were of the same mold, one measure, and one shape.
- NLT All ten water carts were the same size and were made alike, for each was cast from the same mold.
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Quick answer
All ten stands were made identically, from one casting, measure, and form. Their uniformity reflected careful, consistent craftsmanship.
Overview
The exact sameness of the ten stands shows the precision and skill of Hiram's work, each one matching the others perfectly. Such consistency gave order and harmony to the temple's furnishings. This faithful adherence to a single design echoes the obedience to God's pattern that marked the whole construction of His house.
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