1 Now even the first covenant had ordinances of divine service and the earthly sanctuary. 2 For a tabernacle was prepared: the first part, in which were both the lampstand and the table and the showbread, which is called the holy place; 3 and after the second veil, the part of the tabernacle which is called the Holy of Holies, 4 having a golden altar, and the ark of the covenant having been overlaid on all sides with gold, in which was a golden jar holding the manna, and the rod of Aaron which budded, and the tablets of the covenant; 5 and above it were cherubim of glory overshadowing the mercy seat; concerning these things we cannot now speak in detail.