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mold

Definition:

A mold is a hollowed-out piece of wood, metal, or clay that is used to form objects out of gold, silver, or other materials that can be softened and then shaped by the mold.

• Molds were used to make jewelry, dishes, and utensils for eating, among other things.
• In the Bible, molds are mentioned mainly in connection with molding statues to be used as idols.
• Metals have to be heated to a very high temperature so that they can be poured into the mold.
• To mold something means to form an object into a certain shape or likeness by using a mold or the hands to form a certain shape.

Translation Suggestions

• This term could also be translated as, "to form" or "to shape" or "to make."
• The word "molded" could be translated as "shaped" or "formed."
• The object "mold" could possibly be translated with a phrase or word that means, "shaped container" or "sculpted dish."

Bible References:

• Exodus 32:3-4