Exodus 31:9 - the altar of burnt offering with all its vessels, the basin and its base,

Generated Verse: Exodus 31:9

What does "Exodus 31:9" mean?


Exodus 31:9 lists items to be made for the Tabernacle, and specifically mentions:

The altar of burnt offering with all its vessels: This refers to the altar where animal sacrifices were offered to God. "All its vessels" likely included tools used for the sacrifices, such as:
Pans for collecting the ashes
Shovels for removing the ashes
Basins for sprinkling blood
Forks for arranging the sacrifices
Firepans for carrying fire

The basin and its base: The basin (or laver) was a large vessel filled with water where the priests would wash their hands and feet before entering the Tabernacle or offering sacrifices. This symbolized purification and cleanliness before approaching God. The "base" provided a stable foundation for the basin.

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