Summary

Describes the construction of the Ark of the Covenant, the Table for the Bread of the Presence, the Lampstand, and the Altar of Incense, highlighting the craftsmanship and materials used.

Key Points

• Bezalel makes the Ark of the Covenant from acacia wood, overlaying it with pure gold inside and out, and crafting the atonement cover with cherubim (Exodus 37:1-9).

• He constructs the Table for the Bread of the Presence from acacia wood, overlaying it with gold and making its utensils of pure gold (Exodus 37:10-16).

• The Lampstand is made of pure gold, with its base, shaft, branches, and decorative elements all hammered out of one piece (Exodus 37:17-24).

• Bezalel makes the Altar of Incense from acacia wood, overlaying it with gold and crafting its horns, grating, and utensils from gold (Exodus 37:25-28).

• He also prepares the sacred anointing oil and the pure, fragrant incense, following the recipe given by God (Exodus 37:29).