The poles are to remain in the rings of the ark; they must not be removed. Cross References Exodus 25:14 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. Treasury of Scripture The staves shall be in the rings of the ark: they shall not be taken from it. 1 Kings 8:8 2 Chronicles 5:9 |