Then they shall wrap it and all its utensils inside a covering of fine leather and put it on the carrying frame.
Parallel translations
- WEB They shall put it and all its vessels within a covering of sealskin, and shall put it on the frame.
- KJV And they shall put it and all the vessels thereof within a covering of badgers’ skins, and shall put it upon a bar.
- NKJV Then they shall put it with all its utensils in a covering of badger skins, and put it on a carrying beam.
- NASB and they shall put it and all its utensils in a covering of fine leather, and put it on the carrying bars.
- NLT Then they must cover the lampstand and its accessories with fine goatskin leather and place the bundle on a carrying frame.
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Quick answer
The lampstand and its vessels were enclosed in sealskin and placed on a carrying frame. Its holy items were kept secure and untouched.
Overview
The sealskin outer covering shielded the lampstand from weather and view, and the frame allowed it to be borne without direct handling. This meticulous care reflects the reverence due to anything set apart for God. It reminds believers that God orders the means by which His holy things, and ultimately His presence, are approached.
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