The Acacia tree

In Moses’ day, while the Hebrews were on their way from Egypt to the promised land, no temple was available for worship. Instead, the Israelites built a tabernacle – a kind of tent – which housed the ark of the covenant, a chest made of acacia wood.

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The ark was of utmost importance; it contained the two tablets bearing the Ten Commandments. So acacia wood, which is firm and durable, was an obvious choice.