מלכים א, פרק י״ח, פסוק ל״ג

Preparing an offering requires careful attention to order. The process unfolds in clear, sequential stages [ביאור שטיינזלץ]. The first step is the physical act of arranging the wood [מצודת ציון]. Once the wood is properly set, the bull is cut into pieces. Finally, the cut pieces are placed directly on top of the wood [ביאור שטיינזלץ].