Exodus 35:15
New International Version
the altar of incense with its poles, the anointing oil and the fragrant incense; the curtain for the doorway at the entrance to the tabernacle;

New Living Translation
the incense altar and its carrying poles; the anointing oil and fragrant incense; the curtain for the entrance of the Tabernacle;

English Standard Version
and the altar of incense, with its poles, and the anointing oil and the fragrant incense, and the screen for the door, at the door of the tabernacle;

Berean Standard Bible
the altar of incense with its poles; the anointing oil and fragrant incense; the curtain for the doorway at the entrance to the tabernacle;

King James Bible
And the incense altar, and his staves, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the hanging for the door at the entering in of the tabernacle,

New King James Version
the incense altar, its poles, the anointing oil, the sweet incense, and the screen for the door at the entrance of the tabernacle;

New American Standard Bible
and the altar of incense and its poles, and the anointing oil and the fragrant incense, and the curtain for the doorway at the entrance of the tabernacle;

NASB 1995
and the altar of incense and its poles, and the anointing oil and the fragrant incense, and the screen for the doorway at the entrance of the tabernacle;

NASB 1977
and the altar of incense and its poles, and the anointing oil and the fragrant incense, and the screen for the doorway at the entrance of the tabernacle;

Legacy Standard Bible
and the altar of incense and its poles, and the anointing oil and the fragrant incense, and the screen for the doorway at the entrance of the tabernacle;

Amplified Bible
and the altar of incense and its carrying poles, the anointing oil and the fragrant incense, the screen (curtain) for the doorway at the entrance of the tabernacle;

Christian Standard Bible
the altar of incense with its poles; the anointing oil and the fragrant incense; the entryway screen for the entrance to the tabernacle;

Holman Christian Standard Bible
the altar of incense with its poles; the anointing oil and the fragrant incense; the entryway screen for the entrance to the tabernacle;

American Standard Version
and the altar of incense, and its staves, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the screen for the door, at the door of the tabernacle;

Contemporary English Version
the incense altar with its carrying poles and sweet-smelling incense; the ordination oil; the curtain for the entrance to the sacred tent;

English Revised Version
and the altar of incense, and its staves, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the screen for the door, at the door of the tabernacle;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
the altar for incense with its poles, the anointing oil, the sweet-smelling incense, the screen for the entrance to the tent,

Good News Translation
the altar for burning incense and its poles; the anointing oil; the sweet-smelling incense; the curtain for the entrance of the Tent;

International Standard Version
the altar of incense, its poles, the anointing oil, the aromatic incense, and the screen for the doorway at the entrance to the tent,

Majority Standard Bible
the altar of incense with its poles; the anointing oil and fragrant incense; the curtain for the doorway at the entrance to the tabernacle;

NET Bible
and the altar of incense with its poles, the anointing oil, and the fragrant incense; the hanging for the door at the entrance of the tabernacle;

New Heart English Bible
and the altar of incense with its poles, the anointing oil, the sweet incense, the screen for the door, at the door of the tabernacle;

Webster's Bible Translation
And the incense-altar, and its staffs, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the hanging for the door at the entrance of the tabernacle,

World English Bible
and the altar of incense with its poles, the anointing oil, the sweet incense, the screen for the door, at the door of the tabernacle;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and the altar of incense, and its poles, and the anointing oil, and the spice-incense, and the covering of the opening at the opening of the Dwelling Place,

Young's Literal Translation
'And the altar of perfume, and its staves, and the anointing oil, and the spice perfume, and the covering of the opening at the opening of the tabernacle,

Smith's Literal Translation
And the altar of incense, and its staves, and the oil of anointing, and the incense of aromatics, and the covering of the door at the door of the temple;
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The altar of incense, and the bars, and the oil of unction and the incense of spices: the hanging at the door of the tabernacle:

Catholic Public Domain Version
the altar of incense and its bars, and the oil of unction, and the incense of aromatics, the tent at the door of the tabernacle,

New American Bible
the altar of incense, with its poles; the anointing oil, and the fragrant incense; the entrance curtain for the entrance of the tabernacle;

New Revised Standard Version
and the altar of incense, with its poles, and the anointing oil and the fragrant incense, and the screen for the entrance, the entrance of the tabernacle;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the incense altar, and its poles, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the hanging for the door at the entrance of the tabernacle,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the menorah that gives light in it, and its implements, and its lamps, and oil that gives light in it,
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and the altar of incense, and its staves, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the screen for the door, at the door of the tabernacle;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and the incense, and the anointing oil,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Skilled Craftsmen
14the lampstand for light with its accessories and lamps and oil for the light; 15 the altar of incense with its poles; the anointing oil and fragrant incense; the curtain for the doorway at the entrance to the tabernacle; 16the altar of burnt offering with its bronze grate, its poles, and all its utensils; the basin with its stand;…

Cross References
Exodus 30:22-33
Then the LORD said to Moses, / “Take the finest spices: 500 shekels of liquid myrrh, half that amount (250 shekels) of fragrant cinnamon, 250 shekels of fragrant cane, / 500 shekels of cassia—all according to the sanctuary shekel—and a hin of olive oil. ...

Exodus 37:29
He also made the sacred anointing oil and the pure, fragrant incense, the work of a perfumer.

Leviticus 8:10-12
Next, Moses took the anointing oil and anointed the tabernacle and everything in it; and so he consecrated them. / He sprinkled some of the oil on the altar seven times, anointing the altar and all its utensils, and the basin with its stand, to consecrate them. / He also poured some of the anointing oil on Aaron’s head and anointed him to consecrate him.

Leviticus 24:2
“Command the Israelites to bring you pure oil of pressed olives for the light, to keep the lamps burning continually.

Numbers 4:16
Eleazar son of Aaron the priest shall oversee the oil for the light, the fragrant incense, the daily grain offering, and the anointing oil. He has oversight of the entire tabernacle and everything in it, including the holy objects and their utensils.”

1 Samuel 16:13
So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and the Spirit of the LORD rushed upon David from that day forward. Then Samuel set out and went to Ramah.

1 Kings 1:39
Zadok the priest took the horn of oil from the tabernacle and anointed Solomon. Then they blew the ram’s horn, and all the people proclaimed, “Long live King Solomon!”

1 Kings 1:45
Zadok the priest and Nathan the prophet have anointed him king at Gihon, and they have gone up from there with rejoicing that rings out in the city. That is the noise you hear.

1 Kings 19:16
You are also to anoint Jehu son of Nimshi as king over Israel and Elisha son of Shaphat from Abel-meholah to succeed you as prophet.

2 Kings 9:3
Then take the flask of oil, pour it on his head, and declare, ‘This is what the LORD says: I anoint you king over Israel.’ Then open the door and run. Do not delay!”

2 Kings 9:6
So Jehu got up and went into the house, where the young prophet poured the oil on his head and declared, “This is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: ‘I anoint you king over the LORD’s people Israel.

Psalm 23:5
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.

Psalm 45:7
You have loved righteousness and hated wickedness; therefore God, your God, has anointed you above your companions with the oil of joy.

Isaiah 61:1
The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners,

Zechariah 4:14
So he said, “These are the two anointed ones who are standing beside the Lord of all the earth.”


Treasury of Scripture

And the incense altar, and his staves, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the hanging for the door at the entering in of the tabernacle,

the incense

Exodus 30:1-20,22-38
And thou shalt make an altar to burn incense upon: of shittim wood shalt thou make it…

Exodus 37:25-28
And he made the incense altar of shittim wood: the length of it was a cubit, and the breadth of it a cubit; it was foursquare; and two cubits was the height of it; the horns thereof were of the same…

Psalm 141:2
Let my prayer be set forth before thee as incense; and the lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice.

the hanging

Exodus 26:36,37
And thou shalt make an hanging for the door of the tent, of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen, wrought with needlework…

Exodus 36:37,38
And he made an hanging for the tabernacle door of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen, of needlework; …

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Exodus 35
1. The Sabbath
4. The free gifts for the tabernacle
20. The readiness of the people to offer
30. Bezaleel and Aholiab are called to the work














the altar of incense
The Hebrew word for "altar" is "mizbeach," which signifies a place of sacrifice or offering. In the context of the tabernacle, the altar of incense was not for burnt offerings but for burning incense, symbolizing the prayers of the people ascending to God. The altar of incense was made of acacia wood and overlaid with gold, signifying purity and divinity. It was placed before the veil that separated the Holy Place from the Most Holy Place, indicating the closeness of prayer to the presence of God.

with its poles
The poles, or "badim" in Hebrew, were used for carrying the altar. This detail underscores the mobility of the tabernacle, reflecting the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. The poles were made of acacia wood and overlaid with gold, emphasizing the sacredness and the divine mandate for the Israelites to carry their worship practices with them wherever they went.

the anointing oil
The anointing oil, or "shemen hamishchah" in Hebrew, was a sacred mixture used to consecrate the priests and the tabernacle furnishings. It symbolizes the Holy Spirit's presence and empowerment. The oil was made according to a specific recipe given by God, highlighting the importance of obedience and the divine origin of the anointing.

and the fragrant incense
The Hebrew term for incense is "ketoret," which was a blend of sweet spices used exclusively for worship. The fragrance represents the pleasing aroma of worship and prayer to God. The incense was to be burned continually, signifying the perpetual nature of prayer and worship in the life of the believer.

and the curtain for the doorway
The curtain, or "masak" in Hebrew, served as a barrier and a point of entry into the sacred space of the tabernacle. It was made of fine linen and blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, symbolizing the majesty and holiness of God. The curtain represents the separation between the holy and the common, yet it also provides a way for the people to approach God.

at the entrance to the tabernacle
The tabernacle, or "mishkan" in Hebrew, was the dwelling place of God among His people. The entrance signifies the invitation to come into God's presence, yet it also reminds us of the need for reverence and preparation. The tabernacle was central to the Israelites' worship and community life, symbolizing God's desire to dwell among His people and guide them.

Verse 15. - The incense altar. See Exodus 30:1-10. His staves. See Exodus 30:5. The anointing oil is described in the same chapter, vers. 23-25; the sweet incense in vers. 34, 35; the hangings for the door in Exodus 26:36.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
the altar
מִזְבַּ֤ח (miz·baḥ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4196: An altar

of incense
הַקְּטֹ֙רֶת֙ (haq·qə·ṭō·reṯ)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 7004: Smoke, odor of (burning) sacrifice, incense

with its poles;
בַּדָּ֔יו (bad·dāw)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 905: Separation, a part of the body, branch of a, tree, bar for, carrying, chief of

the anointing
הַמִּשְׁחָ֔ה (ham·miš·ḥāh)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 4888: Unction, a consecratory gift

oil
שֶׁ֣מֶן (še·men)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 8081: Grease, liquid, richness

and fragrant
הַסַּמִּ֑ים (has·sam·mîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 5561: Spice (used in incense)

incense;
קְטֹ֣רֶת (qə·ṭō·reṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 7004: Smoke, odor of (burning) sacrifice, incense

the curtain
מָסַ֥ךְ (mā·saḵ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4539: A covering, screen

for the doorway
הַפֶּ֖תַח (hap·pe·ṯaḥ)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6607: An opening, door, entrance way

at the entrance
לְפֶ֥תַח (lə·p̄e·ṯaḥ)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 6607: An opening, door, entrance way

to the tabernacle;
הַמִּשְׁכָּֽן׃ (ham·miš·kān)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4908: A residence, the Tabernacle


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