# pillar

This is a memorial pillar, that is, simply a large stone or boulder set up on its end.

# poured oil upon the top of it

This action symbolizes that Jacob is dedicating the pillar to God. The full meaning of this statement can be made explicit. AT: "poured oil on the top of it in order to dedicate the pillar to God" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-symaction]] and [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])

# Bethel

Translators may also add a footnote that says "The name Bethel means 'house of God.'"

# Luz

This is the name of a city. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])

# translationWords

* [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/other/pillar]]
* [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/other/oil]]
* [[rc://en/tw/dict/bible/names/bethel]]