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Molding

Molding in Scripture refers to both the literal casting of metal objects and the spiritual formation of believers into God's image. The Bible warns against creating molded idols while encouraging the shaping of hearts and lives according to God's Word.

Overview

Molding appears throughout Scripture in two primary contexts: the literal casting of bronze and metal vessels for the tabernacle and temple, and the metaphorical shaping of human character through God's work. While craftsmen used molding techniques to create functional and decorative objects, Scripture particularly emphasizes the danger of molding idols for worship, which directly violates God's command against graven images.

Key Scriptures

"So he cast two bronze pillars. Each pillar was eighteen cubits high and twelve cubits in circumference" (1 Kings 7:15, ESV). "You have turned aside quickly out of the way that I commanded you. You have made yourselves a molded calf" (Deuteronomy 9:12, NASB). "You shall not make idols for yourselves; you shall not set up a carved image or a sacred pillar, nor shall you set up an engraved stone in your land, to bow down to it" (Leviticus 19:4, NKJV).

Application

Guard your heart against creating false images of God, allowing His Word to shape your understanding of His true character instead.

Scripture References 12
1 Kings 7:46 2 Chronicles 4:17 Job 28:2 Ezekiel 24:11 Exodus 32:4 Exodus 32:8 Exodus 34:17 Leviticus 19:4 Deuteronomy 9:12 1 Kings 7:23 Job 37:18 1 Kings 7:15
Full Topical Reference List 12 total — Nave's Topical Bible

Done in the plain of Jordan

1 Kings 7:46 2 Chronicles 4:17

General references

Ezekiel 24:11 Job 28:2

Of images

Deuteronomy 9:12 Exodus 32:4 Exodus 32:8 Exodus 34:17 Leviticus 19:4

Of laver

1 Kings 7:23

Of mirrors

Job 37:18

Of pillars

1 Kings 7:15
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