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He put the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark, to bear the ark.

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Obedience in Every Detail

While commentaries on this specific verse are brief, Matthew Henry's general analysis is instructive. He notes that the exactness of the workmen in following God's rules for the tabernacle furniture should be a model for believers. The careful placement of the staves for the ark, therefore, wasn't just a practical step but an act of precise obedience, reminding us to seek the Holy Spirit's help to follow God's will in every detail of our lives.

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Exodus

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Exodus 37:1–24

19th Century

Bishop

This passage corresponds with Exodus 37:10-29 (derived from Exodus 25) and contains an account of the construction of the holy furniture:

John Gill

John Gill

On Exodus 37:5

17th Century

Pastor

(See Gill on Exodus 37:1).

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Exodus 37:1–29

17th Century

Minister

In the furniture of the tabernacle were emblems of a spiritual and acceptable service.

The incense represented the prayers of the saints. Th…