# 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." 

(See also: [[../kt/falsegod.md]], [[../other/gold.md]], [[../other/idol.md]], [[../other/silver.md]])

## Bible References: ##

* [Exodus 32:3-4](en/tn/exo/help/32/03)