1 Now *even the first *13 ¦ tabernacle 𝔐16 ANT ST {Note: The word covenant does not appear in the main Greek text but is supplied in the English translation. However, the word tabernacle does appear in the Greek text of ANT and ST.}covenant had regulations for worship and an earthly sanctuary. 2 For a tabernacle was prepared. In the first room were the lampstand, the table, and the bread of the Presence; this is called the Holy Place. 3 Behind the second veil was a room called the Holy of Holies. 4 It had a golden censer and the ark of the covenant, which was overlaid on all sides with gold. In the ark were the golden jar containing the manna, the rod of Aaron that had budded, and the tablets of the covenant. 5 Above the ark were the cherubim of glory, overshadowing the mercy seat. But we cannot discuss these things in detail now.