Exodus 30:4
New International Version
Make two gold rings for the altar below the molding—two on each of the opposite sides—to hold the poles used to carry it.

New Living Translation
Make two gold rings, and attach them on opposite sides of the altar below the gold molding to hold the carrying poles.

English Standard Version
And you shall make two golden rings for it. Under its molding on two opposite sides of it you shall make them, and they shall be holders for poles with which to carry it.

Berean Standard Bible
And make two gold rings below the molding on opposite sides to hold the poles used to carry it.

King James Bible
And two golden rings shalt thou make to it under the crown of it, by the two corners thereof, upon the two sides of it shalt thou make it; and they shall be for places for the staves to bear it withal.

New King James Version
Two gold rings you shall make for it, under the molding on both its sides. You shall place them on its two sides, and they will be holders for the poles with which to bear it.

New American Standard Bible
You shall also make two gold rings for it under its molding; you shall make them on its two sides—on opposite sides—and they shall be holders for poles with which to carry it.

NASB 1995
“You shall make two gold rings for it under its molding; you shall make them on its two side walls— on opposite sides— and they shall be holders for poles with which to carry it.

NASB 1977
“And you shall make two gold rings for it under its molding; you shall make them on its two side walls—on opposite sides—and they shall be holders for poles with which to carry it.

Legacy Standard Bible
You shall make two gold rings for it under its molding; you shall make them on its two side walls—on opposite sides—and they shall be holders for poles with which to carry it.

Amplified Bible
You shall make two gold rings under its molding, make them on the two side walls—on opposite sides—they shall be holders for the poles with which to carry it.

Christian Standard Bible
Make two gold rings for it under the molding on two of its sides; put these on opposite sides of it to be holders for the poles to carry it with.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Make two gold rings for it under the molding on two of its sides; put these on opposite sides of it to be holders for the poles to carry it with.

American Standard Version
And two golden rings shalt thou make for it under the crown thereof; upon the two ribs thereof, upon the two sides of it shalt thou make them; and they shall be for places for staves wherewith to bear it.

Contemporary English Version
Then below the edging on opposite sides attach two gold rings through which you can put the poles for carrying the altar.

English Revised Version
And two golden rings shalt thou make for it under the crown thereof, upon the two ribs thereof, upon the two sides of it shalt thou make them; and they shall be for places for staves to bear it withal.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Make two gold rings, and put them below the molding on opposite sides to hold the poles for carrying it.

Good News Translation
Make two gold carrying rings for it and attach them below the border on two sides to hold the poles with which it is to be carried.

International Standard Version
"You are to make two gold rings for it under its molding. You are to make them on its two opposite sides, and they are to be holders for poles by which to carry it.

Majority Standard Bible
And make two gold rings below the molding on opposite sides to hold the poles used to carry it.

NET Bible
You are to make two gold rings for it under its border, on its two flanks; you are to make them on its two sides. The rings will be places for poles to carry it with.

New Heart English Bible
You shall make two golden rings for it under its molding; on its two ribs, on its two sides you shall make them; and they shall be for places for poles with which to bear it.

Webster's Bible Translation
And two golden rings shalt thou make to it under the crown of it, by its two corners, upon the two sides of it shalt thou make it; and they shall be for places for the staffs to bear it with.

World English Bible
You shall make two golden rings for it under its molding; on its two ribs, on its two sides you shall make them; and they shall be for places for poles with which to bear it.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and you make two rings of gold for it, under its crown on its two ribs; you make [them] on its two sides, and they have become places for poles to carry it with them.

Young's Literal Translation
and two rings of gold thou dost make to it under its crown; on its two ribs thou dost make them, on its two sides, and they have become places for staves, to bear it with them.

Smith's Literal Translation
And two gold rings shalt thou make to it from under its crown, upon its two ribs, shalt thou make upon its two sides; and it was for inner parts for staves to lift it up by them.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And two golden rings under the crown on either side, that the bars may be put into them, and the altar be carried.

Catholic Public Domain Version
and two gold rings under the crown on each side, so that the bars may be set in them and the altar may be carried.

New American Bible
Underneath the molding you shall put gold rings, two on one side and two on the opposite side, as holders for the poles used in carrying it.

New Revised Standard Version
And you shall make two golden rings for it; under its molding on two opposite sides of it you shall make them, and they shall hold the poles with which to carry it.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And two golden rings you shall make for it under the crown of it, on the two corners thereof, upon the two sides of it shall you make it; and they shall be for places for the poles to carry it with them.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And you shall make two rings of gold for it under its crown, on the two corners you shall make on its two sides, and they will be the places for the poles to carry it by them.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And two golden rings shalt thou make for it under the crown thereof, upon the two ribs thereof, upon the two sides of it shalt thou make them; and they shall be for places for staves wherewith to bear it.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And thou shalt make under its wreathen border two rings of pure gold; thou shalt make it to the two corners on the two sides, and they shall be bearings for the staves, so as to bear it with them.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Altar of Incense
3Overlay with pure gold the top and all the sides and horns, and make a molding of gold around it. 4And make two gold rings below the molding on opposite sides to hold the poles used to carry it. 5Make the poles of acacia wood and overlay them with gold.…

Cross References
Exodus 25:26-27
Make four gold rings for the table and fasten them to the four corners at its four legs. / The rings are to be close to the rim, to serve as holders for the poles used to carry the table.

Exodus 37:27
He made two gold rings below the molding on opposite sides to hold the poles used to carry it.

Exodus 27:4-7
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. / Additionally, make poles of acacia wood for the altar and overlay them with bronze. ...

Numbers 4:11
Over the gold altar they are to spread a blue cloth, cover it with fine leather, and insert the poles.

1 Kings 7:49
the lampstands of pure gold in front of the inner sanctuary, five on the right side and five on the left; the gold flowers, lamps, and tongs;

2 Chronicles 4:19-22
Solomon also made all the furnishings for the house of God: the golden altar; the tables on which was placed the Bread of the Presence; / the lampstands of pure gold and their lamps, to burn in front of the inner sanctuary as prescribed; / the flowers, lamps, and tongs of gold—of purest gold; ...

Hebrews 9:4
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.

Revelation 8:3-4
Then another angel, who had a golden censer, came and stood at the altar. He was given much incense to offer, along with the prayers of all the saints, on the golden altar before the throne. / And the smoke of the incense, together with the prayers of the saints, rose up before God from the hand of the angel.

Exodus 40:5
Place the gold altar of incense in front of the ark of the Testimony, and hang the curtain at the entrance to the tabernacle.

Leviticus 16:12-13
Then he must take a censer full of burning coals from the altar before the LORD, and two handfuls of finely ground fragrant incense, and take them inside the veil. / He is to put the incense on the fire before the LORD, and the cloud of incense will cover the mercy seat above the Testimony, so that he will not die.

1 Samuel 2:28
And out of all the tribes of Israel I selected your father to be My priest, to offer sacrifices on My altar, to burn incense, and to wear an ephod in My presence. I also gave to the house of your father all the food offerings of the Israelites.

1 Kings 6:22
So he overlaid with gold the whole interior of the temple, until everything was completely finished. He also overlaid with gold the entire altar that belonged to the inner sanctuary.

2 Chronicles 26:16-19
But when Uzziah became powerful, his arrogance led to his own destruction. He was unfaithful to the LORD his God, for he entered the temple of the LORD to burn incense on the altar of incense. / Then Azariah the priest, along with eighty brave priests of the LORD, went in after him. / They took their stand against King Uzziah and said, “Uzziah, you have no right to offer incense to the LORD. Only the priests, the descendants of Aaron, are consecrated to burn incense. Leave the sanctuary, for you have acted unfaithfully; you will not receive honor from the LORD God.” ...

Psalm 141:2
May my prayer be set before You like incense; my uplifted hands, like the evening offering.

Luke 1:9-11
he was chosen by lot, according to the custom of the priesthood, to enter the temple of the Lord and burn incense. / And at the hour of the incense offering, the whole congregation was praying outside. / Just then an angel of the Lord appeared to Zechariah, standing at the right side of the altar of incense.


Treasury of Scripture

And two golden rings shall you make to it under the crown of it, by the two corners thereof, on the two sides of it shall you make it; and they shall be for places for the staves to bear it with.

rings

Exodus 25:12,14,27
And thou shalt cast four rings of gold for it, and put them in the four corners thereof; and two rings shall be in the one side of it, and two rings in the other side of it…

Exodus 26:29
And thou shalt overlay the boards with gold, and make their rings of gold for places for the bars: and thou shalt overlay the bars with gold.

Exodus 27:4,7
And thou shalt make for it a grate of network of brass; and upon the net shalt thou make four brasen rings in the four corners thereof…

two corners.

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Exodus 30
1. The altar of incense
11. The ransom of souls
17. The bronze basin
22. The holy anointing oil
34. The composition of the incense














And make
The phrase "And make" indicates a divine command, emphasizing the active role of the Israelites in the construction of the tabernacle and its furnishings. The Hebrew root for "make" is עָשָׂה (asah), which means to do, fashion, or accomplish. This command reflects the importance of obedience and craftsmanship in worship, as the Israelites are called to create something according to God's specific instructions.

two gold rings
The use of "two gold rings" signifies both functionality and beauty. Gold, a precious metal, symbolizes purity and divinity, often associated with God's holiness. The Hebrew word for gold is זָהָב (zahav), which frequently appears in the context of the tabernacle, highlighting the sacredness of the objects within. The rings serve a practical purpose, allowing the altar to be transported, but they also remind the Israelites of the divine presence and the value of their worship.

for it below the molding
The phrase "for it below the molding" specifies the precise location for the rings, ensuring the altar's design is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. The molding, or decorative band, adds an element of artistry, reflecting the beauty of God's creation. This attention to detail underscores the importance of following God's instructions meticulously, as each element has a purpose in the broader context of worship.

on opposite sides
"On opposite sides" indicates balance and symmetry, which are essential in the design of the tabernacle's furnishings. This balance reflects the order and harmony inherent in God's creation. The placement of the rings on opposite sides ensures stability during transport, symbolizing the steadfastness and reliability of God's presence with His people.

to hold the poles
The phrase "to hold the poles" highlights the practical aspect of the design, as the poles are necessary for carrying the altar. The Hebrew word for poles is בַּד (bad), which can also mean "alone" or "apart," suggesting the set-apart nature of the altar and its sacred function. The poles allow the altar to be moved without direct contact, preserving its sanctity and reminding the Israelites of the reverence due to holy objects.

used to carry it
"Used to carry it" emphasizes the mobility of the altar, reflecting the nomadic lifestyle of the Israelites during their wilderness journey. This mobility signifies God's presence with His people wherever they go, providing guidance and protection. The act of carrying the altar also symbolizes the responsibility of the Israelites to uphold and transport their faith, ensuring that worship remains central to their community life.

(4) Two golden rings.--The golden altar was so much smaller and lighter than the brazen one that two rings only were required for carrying it, instead of the "four rings" needed by the brazen altar (Exodus 27:4).

By the two corners thereof.--Rather, on the two sides thereof. The word used means, literally, "ribs," and is explained in the clause which follows.

Verse 4. - By the two corners. Rather, "on its two sides." The ensuing clause is redundant. All that is meant is, that the altar should have two rings only - not four - one at each side, directly below the moulding. As it was so small, two rings were enough. For the staves. Rather, "for staves."

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
And make
תַּֽעֲשֶׂה־ (ta·‘ă·śeh-)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular
Strong's 6213: To do, make

for it
לּ֣וֹ ׀ (lōw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's Hebrew

two
וּשְׁתֵּי֩ (ū·šə·tê)
Conjunctive waw | Number - fdc
Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number)

gold
זָהָ֜ב (zā·hāḇ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2091: Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky

rings
טַבְּעֹ֨ת (ṭab·bə·‘ōṯ)
Noun - feminine plural construct
Strong's 2885: A seal, signet, a ring of any kind

below
מִתַּ֣חַת (mit·ta·ḥaṯ)
Preposition-m
Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of

the molding
לְזֵר֗וֹ (lə·zê·rōw)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 2213: A chaplet, a border moulding

on
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

opposite sides
צִדָּ֑יו (ṣid·dāw)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 6654: A side, an adversary

to
וְהָיָה֙ (wə·hā·yāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

hold
לְבָתִּ֣ים (lə·ḇāt·tîm)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 1004: A house

the poles
לְבַדִּ֔ים (lə·ḇad·dîm)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 905: Separation, a part of the body, branch of a, tree, bar for, carrying, chief of

used to carry it.
לָשֵׂ֥את (lā·śêṯ)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 5375: To lift, carry, take


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