Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version He cast four gold rings for it and fastened them to its four feet, with two rings on one side and two rings on the other. New Living Translation He cast four gold rings and attached them to its four feet, two rings on each side. English Standard Version And he cast for it four rings of gold for its four feet, two rings on its one side and two rings on its other side. Berean Standard Bible And he cast four gold rings for its four feet, two rings on one side and two on the other. King James Bible And he cast for it four rings of gold, to be set by the four corners of it; even two rings upon the one side of it, and two rings upon the other side of it. New King James Version And he cast for it four rings of gold to be set in its four corners: two rings on one side, and two rings on the other side of it. New American Standard Bible He cast four rings of gold for it on its four feet; two rings on one side of it, and two rings on the other side of it. NASB 1995 He cast four rings of gold for it on its four feet; even two rings on one side of it, and two rings on the other side of it. NASB 1977 And he cast four rings of gold for it on its four feet; even two rings on one side of it, and two rings on the other side of it. Legacy Standard Bible He cast four rings of gold for it on its four feet; even two rings on one side of it, and two rings on the other side of it. Amplified Bible He cast four rings of gold for it on its four feet, two rings on one side and two rings on the other side. Christian Standard Bible He cast four gold rings for it, for its four feet, two rings on one side and two rings on the other side. Holman Christian Standard Bible He cast four gold rings for it, for its four feet, two rings on one side and two rings on the other side. American Standard Version And he cast for it four rings of gold, in the four feet thereof; even two rings on the one side of it, and two rings on the other side of it. Contemporary English Version He made four gold rings and attached one of them to each of the four legs of the chest. English Revised Version And he cast for it four rings of gold, in the four feet thereof; even two rings on the one side of it, and two rings on the other side of it. GOD'S WORD® Translation He cast four gold rings for its four feet, two rings on each side. Good News Translation He made four carrying rings of gold for it and attached them to its four feet, with two rings on each side. International Standard Version He cast four rings for it on its four feet, two rings on one side of it and two rings on its other side. NET Bible He cast four gold rings for it that he put on its four feet, with two rings on one side and two rings on the other side. New Heart English Bible He cast four rings of gold for it, in its four feet; even two rings on its one side, and two rings on its other side. Webster's Bible Translation And he cast for it four rings of gold, to be set by the four corners of it; even two rings upon the one side of it, and two rings upon the other side of it. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd he cast four gold rings for its four feet, two rings on one side and two on the other. World English Bible He cast four rings of gold for it in its four feet—two rings on its one side, and two rings on its other side. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand he casts four rings of gold for it on its four feet, even two rings on its one side, and two rings on its second side; Young's Literal Translation and he casteth for it four rings of gold, on its four feet, even two rings on its one side, and two rings on its second side; Smith's Literal Translation And he will cast for it four rings of gold over its four steps, and two rings upon its one rib, and two rings upon its second rib. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleCasting four rings of gold at the four corners thereof: two rings in one side, and two in the other. Catholic Public Domain Version casting four gold rings at its four corners: two rings on one side, and two on the other. New American Bible Four gold rings were cast for its four supports, two rings on one side and two on the opposite side. New Revised Standard Version He cast for it four rings of gold for its four feet, two rings on its one side and two rings on its other side. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he cast for it four rings of gold to be set on its four corners; two rings on one side of it and two rings on the other side of it. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And he devised for it four rings of gold on the four corners, two rings on one side and two rings on its other side. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And he cast for it four rings of gold, in the four feet thereof: even two rings on the one side of it, and two rings on the other side of it. Brenton Septuagint Translation and he cast for it four golden rings, two on the one side, and two on the other, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Constructing the Ark…2He overlaid it with pure gold, both inside and out, and made a gold molding around it. 3And he cast four gold rings for its four feet, two rings on one side and two on the other. 4Then he made poles of acacia wood and overlaid them with gold.… Cross References Exodus 25:12-15 Cast four gold rings for it and fasten them to its four feet, two rings on one side and two on the other. / And make poles of acacia wood and overlay them with gold. / Insert the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark, in order to carry it. ... 1 Kings 8:8 The poles extended far enough that their ends were visible from the Holy Place in front of the inner sanctuary, but not from outside the Holy Place; and they are there to this day. 1 Chronicles 15:15 And the Levites carried the ark of God on their shoulders with the poles, as Moses had commanded in accordance with the word of the LORD. Numbers 4:6 They are to place over this a covering of fine leather, spread a solid blue cloth over it, and insert its poles. 1 Samuel 6:7-8 Now, therefore, prepare one new cart with two milk cows that have never been yoked. Hitch the cows to the cart, but take their calves away and pen them up. / Take the ark of the LORD, set it on the cart, and in a chest beside it put the gold objects you are sending back to Him as a guilt offering. Then send the ark on its way, 1 Chronicles 13:7 So they carried the ark of God from the house of Abinadab on a new cart, with Uzzah and Ahio guiding the cart. 2 Samuel 6:3 They set the ark of God on a new cart and brought it from the house of Abinadab, which was on the hill. Uzzah and Ahio, the sons of Abinadab, were guiding the new cart, 1 Kings 6:27 And he placed the cherubim inside the innermost room of the temple. Since their wings were spread out, the wing of the first cherub touched one wall, while the wing of the second cherub touched the other wall, and in the middle of the room their wingtips touched. 2 Chronicles 5:9 The poles of the ark extended far enough that their ends were visible from in front of the inner sanctuary, but not from outside the Holy Place; and they are there to this day. 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. 1 Chronicles 15:2 Then David said, “No one but the Levites may carry the ark of God, because the LORD has chosen them to carry the ark of the LORD and to minister before Him forever.” 1 Chronicles 15:13-15 It was because you Levites were not with us the first time that the LORD our God burst forth in anger against us. For we did not consult Him about the proper order.” / So the priests and Levites consecrated themselves to bring up the ark of the LORD, the God of Israel. / And the Levites carried the ark of God on their shoulders with the poles, as Moses had commanded in accordance with the word of the LORD. 2 Samuel 6:13 When those carrying the ark of the LORD had advanced six paces, he sacrificed an ox and a fattened calf. 1 Chronicles 15:26 And because God helped the Levites who were carrying the ark of the covenant of the LORD, they sacrificed seven bulls and seven rams. 1 Chronicles 15:15-16 And the Levites carried the ark of God on their shoulders with the poles, as Moses had commanded in accordance with the word of the LORD. / David also told the leaders of the Levites to appoint their relatives as singers to lift up their voices with joy, accompanied by musical instruments—harps, lyres, and cymbals. Treasury of Scripture And he cast for it four rings of gold, to be set by the four corners of it; even two rings on the one side of it, and two rings on the other side of it. no reference Jump to Previous Angles Cast Casteth Corners Fastened Feet Four Gold Rings Second Side ThereofJump to Next Angles Cast Casteth Corners Fastened Feet Four Gold Rings Second Side ThereofExodus 37 1. The ark and mercy seat with cherubim made10. The table of showbread with its vessels 17. The candlestick with its lamps and instruments 25. The altar of incense 29. The anointing oil and sweet incense And he cast four gold rings The casting of gold rings signifies the craftsmanship and skill involved in the construction of the Tabernacle's furnishings. Gold, a symbol of purity and divinity, was used extensively in the Tabernacle, reflecting the holiness and majesty of God. The use of gold also points to the wealth and resources that the Israelites had, likely acquired from the Egyptians during the Exodus (Exodus 12:35-36). The number four often represents universality or completeness in the Bible, suggesting the comprehensive nature of God's covenant with His people. for its four feet two rings on one side and two on the other Persons / Places / Events 1. BezalelThe skilled craftsman chosen by God to construct the Tabernacle and its furnishings, including the Ark of the Covenant. He was filled with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, understanding, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship (Exodus 31:1-5). 2. Ark of the Covenant A sacred chest that held the tablets of the Ten Commandments, representing God's covenant with Israel. It was central to Israel's worship and symbolized God's presence among His people. 3. Tabernacle The portable sanctuary where the Israelites worshiped God during their journey through the wilderness. It was a place of meeting between God and His people. 4. Gold Rings These were cast to hold the poles used to carry the Ark, signifying the importance of the Ark's mobility and the reverence required in handling it. 5. Israelites The chosen people of God, who were given the Law and the Tabernacle as a means to maintain a covenant relationship with Him. Teaching Points Obedience to God's InstructionsThe detailed instructions for the Ark's construction remind us of the importance of obedience to God's commands. Just as Bezalel followed God's precise directions, we are called to adhere to His Word in our lives. Reverence for God's Presence The Ark symbolized God's presence among His people. We should approach God with reverence and awe, recognizing His holiness and our need for His guidance. God's Provision for Worship The Tabernacle and its furnishings were provided by God as a means for His people to worship Him. Today, we have the privilege of worshiping God through Jesus Christ, who is our mediator and high priest. The Role of Community in Worship The construction and transportation of the Ark involved the entire community of Israel. Similarly, our worship and service to God are strengthened when we work together as a community of believers. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 37:3?2. How does Exodus 37:3 illustrate God's attention to detail in craftsmanship? 3. What spiritual significance do the four gold rings in Exodus 37:3 hold? 4. How can we apply the precision of Exodus 37:3 in our worship practices? 5. How does Exodus 37:3 connect to the broader theme of obedience in Exodus? 6. In what ways does Exodus 37:3 inspire excellence in our daily work for God? 7. What is the significance of the cherubim in Exodus 37:3 for understanding God's presence? 8. How does Exodus 37:3 reflect the craftsmanship and artistry valued in biblical times? 9. Why were the cherubim placed on the Ark of the Covenant according to Exodus 37:3? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 37? 11. Exodus 37:10-16: Where did they obtain enough high-quality timber and gold to construct a table so precisely, and is there archaeological evidence of such abundance? 12. Exodus 27:1-8: How could the Israelites feasibly construct and transport such a large bronze-covered acacia wood altar during prolonged desert wanderings? 13. Exodus 37:25-29: Is there any historical or extrabiblical record to confirm the special incense formula mentioned, or does it appear only in biblical tradition? 14. Why is the altar of burnt offering significant? What Does Exodus 37:3 Mean And he cast four gold rings– Bezalel obeys the earlier blueprint (Exodus 25:12), showing that God’s directions are not suggestions but commands meant to be followed precisely (cf. Hebrews 8:5). – Gold speaks of purity and worth, reminding the people that everything connected to God’s presence deserves the best (cf. Revelation 21:21). – Casting, rather than hammering, creates rings that are uniform and strong, stressing permanence—God’s instructions endure (cf. Psalm 119:89). for its four feet – The Ark rested on feet, keeping the sacred chest from sitting directly on the ground; holiness is never to be treated as common (cf. Leviticus 11:44). – The feet allow space so that the poles could slide through the rings without scraping the floor, reducing the risk of accidental touch (cf. 2 Samuel 6:6–7). – God designed practical safeguards that reflect His care for both His glory and His people’s safety (cf. Exodus 33:20). two rings on one side – Balance matters; two rings distribute weight evenly so the Ark travels steady through the wilderness (cf. Numbers 4:15). – The detail signals teamwork: priests on each side share the load, illustrating body ministry within the covenant community (cf. 1 Corinthians 12:18–21). – God’s presence goes with His people, not behind them; the rings enable forward motion, pointing to a God who leads (cf. Deuteronomy 1:30–33). and two on the other – Symmetry underscores order; God is not the author of confusion (cf. 1 Corinthians 14:33). – Having the same number of rings on each side eliminates favoritism and highlights unity between tribes bearing the Ark (cf. Joshua 3:14–17). – Every movement of the Ark required all four rings, teaching that God’s purposes advance when His people operate together in obedience (cf. John 17:21). summary Exodus 37:3 shows meticulous obedience to God’s design: four cast-gold rings placed at the Ark’s feet—two on each side—guarantee secure, balanced, and reverent transport of God’s throne among His people. The verse teaches that God’s holiness demands our best, His instructions deserve exact attention, and His presence travels with a united, obedient community. Hebrew And he castוַיִּצֹ֣ק (way·yi·ṣōq) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3332: To pour out, to melt, cast as metal, to place firmly, to stiffen, grow hard four אַרְבַּע֙ (’ar·ba‘) Number - feminine singular Strong's 702: Four gold זָהָ֔ב (zā·hāḇ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2091: Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky rings טַבְּעֹ֣ת (ṭab·bə·‘ōṯ) Noun - feminine plural construct Strong's 2885: A seal, signet, a ring of any kind for עַ֖ל (‘al) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against its four אַרְבַּ֣ע (’ar·ba‘) Number - feminine singular construct Strong's 702: Four feet, פַּעֲמֹתָ֑יו (pa·‘ă·mō·ṯāw) Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 6471: A beat, foot, anvil, occurrence two וּשְׁתֵּ֣י (ū·šə·tê) Conjunctive waw | Number - fdc Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number) on עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against one הָֽאֶחָ֔ת (hā·’e·ḥāṯ) Article | Number - feminine singular Strong's 259: United, one, first side צַלְעוֹ֙ (ṣal·‘ōw) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 6763: A rib, a side, a, timber, plank and two וּשְׁתֵּי֙ (ū·šə·tê) Conjunctive waw | Number - fdc Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number) on עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the other. הַשֵּׁנִֽית׃ (haš·šê·nîṯ) Article | Number - ordinal feminine singular Strong's 8145: Second (an ordinal number) Links Exodus 37:3 NIVExodus 37:3 NLT Exodus 37:3 ESV Exodus 37:3 NASB Exodus 37:3 KJV Exodus 37:3 BibleApps.com Exodus 37:3 Biblia Paralela Exodus 37:3 Chinese Bible Exodus 37:3 French Bible Exodus 37:3 Catholic Bible OT Law: Exodus 37:3 He cast four rings of gold (Exo. 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