Exodus 35:32
New International Version
to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver and bronze,

New Living Translation
He is a master craftsman, expert in working with gold, silver, and bronze.

English Standard Version
to devise artistic designs, to work in gold and silver and bronze,

Berean Standard Bible
to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze,

King James Bible
And to devise curious works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass,

New King James Version
to design artistic works, to work in gold and silver and bronze,

New American Standard Bible
to create designs for working in gold, in silver, and in bronze,

NASB 1995
to make designs for working in gold and in silver and in bronze,

NASB 1977
to make designs for working in gold and in silver and in bronze,

Legacy Standard Bible
to devise designs for working in gold and in silver and in bronze,

Amplified Bible
to devise artistic designs to work in gold, silver, and bronze,

Christian Standard Bible
to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze,

American Standard Version
and to devise skilful works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass,

English Revised Version
and to devise cunning works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
He's a master artist familiar with gold, silver, and bronze.

Good News Translation
for planning skillful designs and working them in gold, silver, and bronze;

International Standard Version
to make artistic designs, to work in gold, silver, and bronze,

Majority Standard Bible
to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze,

NET Bible
to design artistic designs, to work in gold, in silver, and in bronze,

New Heart English Bible
and to make skillful works, to work in gold, in silver, in bronze,

Webster's Bible Translation
And to devise curious works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass,

World English Bible
and to make skillful works, to work in gold, in silver, in bronze,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
even to devise inventions to work in gold, and in silver, and in bronze,

Young's Literal Translation
even to devise devices to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass,

Smith's Literal Translation
And to invent works of skill, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
To devise and to work in gold and silver and brass,

Catholic Public Domain Version
to design and to fashion, with gold and silver and brass,

New American Bible
in the production of embroidery, in making things of gold, silver, or bronze,

New Revised Standard Version
to devise artistic designs, to work in gold, silver, and bronze,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
To devise artistic works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
To conceive ideas to make in gold and in silver and in brass
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And to devise skilful works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass,

Brenton Septuagint Translation
to labour skillfully in all works of cunning workmanship, to form the gold and the silver and the brass,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Bezalel and Oholiab
31And He has filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship, 32to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze, 33to cut gemstones for settings, and to carve wood, so that he may be a master of every artistic craft.…

Cross References
Exodus 31:3-5
And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship, / to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze, / to cut gemstones for settings, and to carve wood, so that he may be a master of every craft.

1 Kings 7:14
He was the son of a widow from the tribe of Naphtali, and his father was a man of Tyre, a craftsman in bronze. Huram had great skill, understanding, and knowledge for every kind of bronze work. So he came to King Solomon and carried out all his work.

2 Chronicles 2:13-14
So now I am sending you Huram-abi, a skillful man endowed with creativity. / He is the son of a woman from the daughters of Dan, and his father is a man of Tyre. He is skilled in work with gold and silver, bronze and iron, stone and wood, purple, blue, and crimson yarn, and fine linen. He is experienced in every kind of engraving and can execute any design that is given him. He will work with your craftsmen and with those of my lord, your father David.

Isaiah 28:26
For his God instructs and teaches him properly.

Isaiah 40:13-14
Who has directed the Spirit of the LORD, or informed Him as His counselor? / Whom did He consult to enlighten Him, and who taught Him the paths of justice? Who imparted knowledge to Him and showed Him the way of understanding?

Proverbs 2:6
For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.

Proverbs 3:19-20
The LORD founded the earth by wisdom and established the heavens by understanding. / By His knowledge the watery depths were broken open, and the clouds dripped with dew.

Job 32:8
But there is a spirit in a man, the breath of the Almighty, that gives him understanding.

Daniel 1:17
To these four young men God gave knowledge and understanding in every kind of literature and wisdom. And Daniel had insight into all kinds of visions and dreams.

Genesis 41:38-39
So Pharaoh asked them, “Can we find anyone like this man, in whom the Spirit of God abides?” / Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one as discerning and wise as you.

1 Corinthians 12:4-11
There are different gifts, but the same Spirit. / There are different ministries, but the same Lord. / There are different ways of working, but the same God works all things in all people. ...

Ephesians 2:10
For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance as our way of life.

Ephesians 4:11-12
And it was He who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, / to equip the saints for works of ministry and to build up the body of Christ,

Colossians 1:9
For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding,

Colossians 3:16
Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.


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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














to design artistic works
This phrase highlights the God-given ability to create and design, reflecting the divine nature of creativity. In the context of the tabernacle, these artistic works were not merely decorative but served a sacred purpose, enhancing the worship experience and reflecting God's glory. The emphasis on design suggests intentionality and skill, reminiscent of God's own design in creation (Genesis 1). The artistic works in the tabernacle foreshadow the beauty and order found in the New Jerusalem (Revelation 21).

in gold, silver, and bronze
These materials were highly valued in ancient times, often associated with wealth, royalty, and divinity. Gold, being the most precious, was used extensively in the tabernacle, symbolizing purity and holiness (Exodus 25:11). Silver often represented redemption, as seen in the silver shekels used for atonement (Exodus 30:11-16). Bronze, known for its strength and durability, was used for the altar and other items exposed to fire, symbolizing judgment and endurance (Exodus 27:1-6). The use of these metals in the tabernacle points to the richness and depth of God's provision and the multifaceted nature of Christ's work—His purity, redemptive sacrifice, and enduring strength.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Bezalel
A skilled craftsman chosen by God, filled with the Spirit of God to design and create artistic works for the Tabernacle.

2. Tabernacle
The portable dwelling place for the presence of God among the Israelites, requiring skilled craftsmanship for its construction.

3. Moses
The leader of the Israelites who conveyed God's instructions for the building of the Tabernacle.

4. Israelites
The people of God, who were called to contribute materials and skills for the construction of the Tabernacle.

5. Wilderness of Sinai
The location where the Israelites camped and where the Tabernacle was constructed.
Teaching Points
God-Given Talents
Recognize that God equips individuals with specific skills and talents for His purposes. Just as Bezalel was filled with the Spirit to create, we too are given gifts to serve God and others.

The Role of the Holy Spirit
Understand the importance of the Holy Spirit in empowering us to use our talents effectively. Bezalel's work was Spirit-led, reminding us to seek the Spirit's guidance in our endeavors.

Community Contribution
Reflect on the communal aspect of building the Tabernacle. Each person's contribution, whether in skill or material, was vital. Similarly, in the body of Christ, every member's role is crucial.

Excellence in Work
Strive for excellence in whatever task God has given you. Bezalel's work was not just functional but artistic, showing that beauty and quality matter in our service to God.

Purposeful Creativity
Embrace creativity as a reflection of God's nature. Artistic expression, when aligned with God's purposes, can be a powerful form of worship and service.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
to make
וְלַחְשֹׁ֖ב (wə·laḥ·šōḇ)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 2803: To think, account

artistic designs
מַֽחַשָׁבֹ֑ת (ma·ḥa·šā·ḇōṯ)
Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 4284: A contrivance, a texture, machine, intention, plan

for working
לַעֲשֹׂ֛ת (la·‘ă·śōṯ)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 6213: To do, make

in gold
בַּזָּהָ֥ב (baz·zā·hāḇ)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2091: Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky

and silver
וּבַכֶּ֖סֶף (ū·ḇak·ke·sep̄)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3701: Silver, money

and bronze,
וּבַנְּחֹֽשֶׁת׃ (ū·ḇan·nə·ḥō·šeṯ)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 5178: Copper, something made of that metal, coin, a fetter, base


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