They were assigned responsibility for the frames for the Tent, its bars, posts, bases, and all its fittings. They were responsible for all the service connected with these items.

They were also responsible for the posts, bases, pegs, and ropes for the outer court.

and four wagons and eight oxen to the Merarites. All their work was to be done under the direction of Ithamar son of Aaron.

But Moses gave no wagons or oxen to the Kohathites, because the sacred objects they took care of had to be carried on their shoulders.

"Make upright frames for the Tent out of acacia wood.