Exodus 25:15

15 These poles must always stay in the rings of the Ark. Do not take them out.

Exodus 25:15 In-Context

13 Then make poles from acacia wood and cover them with gold.
14 Put the poles through the rings on the sides of the Ark, and use these poles to carry it.
15 These poles must always stay in the rings of the Ark. Do not take them out.
16 Then put in the Ark the Agreement which I will make with you.
17 "Then make a lid of pure gold for the Ark; this is the mercy seat. Make it forty-five inches long and twenty-seven inches wide.
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