Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version olive oil for the light; spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense; New Living Translation olive oil for the lamps; spices for the anointing oil and the fragrant incense; English Standard Version oil for the light, spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense, Berean Standard Bible olive oil for the light; spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense; King James Bible And oil for the light, and spices for anointing oil, and for the sweet incense, New King James Version oil for the light, and spices for the anointing oil and for the sweet incense; New American Standard Bible and oil for lighting, and spices for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense, NASB 1995 and oil for lighting, and spices for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense, NASB 1977 and oil for lighting, and spices for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense, Legacy Standard Bible and oil for lighting, and spices for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense, Amplified Bible and [olive] oil for the lighting, and balsam for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense, Christian Standard Bible oil for the light; spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense; Holman Christian Standard Bible oil for the light; spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense; American Standard Version and oil for the light, and spices for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense, Contemporary English Version olive oil for the lamp; sweet-smelling spices for the oil of dedication and for the incense; or English Revised Version and oil for the light, and spices for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense; GOD'S WORD® Translation olive oil for the lamps, spices for the anointing oil and for the sweet-smelling incense, Good News Translation oil for the lamps; spices for the anointing oil and for the sweet-smelling incense; International Standard Version oil for lighting, spices for the anointing oil and for aromatic incense, Majority Standard Bible olive oil for the light; spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense; NET Bible olive oil for the light, spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense, New Heart English Bible oil for the light, spices for the anointing oil and for the sweet incense, Webster's Bible Translation And oil for the light, and spices for anointing oil, and for the sweet incense, World English Bible oil for the light, spices for the anointing oil and for the sweet incense, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand oil for the light, and spices for the anointing oil, and for the spice-incense, Young's Literal Translation and oil for the light, and spices for the anointing oil, and for the spice perfume, Smith's Literal Translation And oil for the light, and aromatics for the oil of anointing and for the fragrant incense, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd oil to maintain lights, and to make ointment, and most sweet incense. Catholic Public Domain Version and oil to prepare lights and to produce ointment, and most sweet incense, New American Bible oil for the light; spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense; New Revised Standard Version oil for the light, spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd oil for the light, and spices for anointing oil and for the sweet incense, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And skins of rams that are dyed red, and skins of sky blue, and wood of the box tree. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and oil for the light, and spices for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense; Brenton Septuagint Translation Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Materials for the Tabernacle…7ram skins dyed red and fine leather; acacia wood; 8olive oil for the light; spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense; 9and onyx stones and gemstones to be mounted on the ephod and breastpiece.… Cross References Exodus 25:6 olive oil for the light; spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense; Exodus 30:23-25 “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. / Prepare from these a sacred anointing oil, a fragrant blend, the work of a perfumer; it will be a sacred anointing oil. Exodus 31:11 in addition to the anointing oil and fragrant incense for the Holy Place. They are to make them according to all that I have commanded you.” 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 Kings 6:20-22 The inner sanctuary was twenty cubits long, twenty cubits wide, and twenty cubits high. He overlaid the inside with pure gold, and he also overlaid the altar of cedar. / So Solomon overlaid the inside of the temple with pure gold, and he extended gold chains across the front of the inner sanctuary, which was overlaid with gold. / So he overlaid with gold the whole interior of the temple, until everything was completely finished. He also overlaid with gold the entire altar that belonged to the inner sanctuary. 1 Chronicles 9:29-30 Others were put in charge of the furnishings and other articles of the sanctuary, as well as the fine flour, wine, oil, frankincense, and spices. / And some of the sons of the priests mixed the spices. 2 Chronicles 2:4 Behold, I am about to build a house for the Name of the LORD my God to dedicate to Him for burning fragrant incense before Him, for displaying the showbread continuously, and for making burnt offerings every morning and evening as well as on the Sabbaths, New Moons, and appointed feasts of the LORD our God. This is ordained for Israel forever. 2 Chronicles 4:20 the lampstands of pure gold and their lamps, to burn in front of the inner sanctuary as prescribed; Psalm 133:2 It is like fine oil on the head, running down on the beard, running down Aaron’s beard over the collar of his robes. Isaiah 61:3 to console the mourners in Zion—to give them a crown of beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, and a garment of praise for a spirit of despair. So they will be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified. Matthew 25:3-4 The foolish ones took their lamps but did not take along any extra oil. / But the wise ones took oil in flasks along with their lamps. Mark 6:13 They also drove out many demons and healed many of the sick, anointing them with oil. Luke 7:46 You did not anoint My head with oil, but she has anointed My feet with perfume. John 12:3 Then Mary took about a pint of expensive perfume, made of pure nard, and she anointed Jesus’ feet and wiped them with her hair. And the house was filled with the fragrance of the perfume. Treasury of Scripture And oil for the light, and spices for anointing oil, and for the sweet incense, and oil Exodus 27:20 And thou shalt command the children of Israel, that they bring thee pure oil olive beaten for the light, to cause the lamp to burn always. spices Exodus 25:1 And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, Exodus 30:23,28 Take thou also unto thee principal spices, of pure myrrh five hundred shekels, and of sweet cinnamon half so much, even two hundred and fifty shekels, and of sweet calamus two hundred and fifty shekels, … Jump to Previous Anointing Burning Drugs Fragrant Holy Incense Light Oil Olive Perfume Perfumes Spice Spices SweetJump to Next Anointing Burning Drugs Fragrant Holy Incense Light Oil Olive Perfume Perfumes Spice Spices SweetExodus 35 1. The Sabbath4. The free gifts for the tabernacle 20. The readiness of the people to offer 30. Bezaleel and Aholiab are called to the work olive oil for the light; In the ancient Near East, olive oil was a valuable commodity, used for cooking, medicine, and lighting. In the context of the tabernacle, olive oil was specifically used to fuel the lamps of the menorah, which was to burn continually before the Lord (Exodus 27:20-21). The light from the menorah symbolized God's presence and guidance among His people. Olive oil, being pure and pressed, can be seen as a type of the Holy Spirit, who illuminates the hearts of believers and guides them in truth (John 16:13). The continual burning of the lamp also points to the eternal nature of God's presence and His unending light in the lives of His people (Psalm 119:105). spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense; Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites who is conveying God's instructions for the construction of the Tabernacle. 2. Israelites The people of God who are called to contribute materials for the Tabernacle. 3. Tabernacle The portable sanctuary where God would dwell among His people during their journey in the wilderness. 4. Olive Oil Used for lighting the lamps in the Tabernacle, symbolizing the presence and guidance of God. 5. Anointing Oil and Incense Used for consecrating the priests and the Tabernacle, representing holiness and the prayers of the people ascending to God. Teaching Points Symbolism of LightThe olive oil for the light in the Tabernacle symbolizes God's presence and guidance. As believers, we are called to be lights in the world, reflecting God's presence in our lives. Holiness and Consecration The anointing oil and incense signify holiness and dedication to God. We are called to live lives set apart for God's purposes, consecrated by His Spirit. Generosity and Willingness The Israelites were asked to bring offerings willingly. Our giving should be a reflection of our gratitude and commitment to God, done with a willing heart. Prayer as Incense Just as incense was a pleasing aroma to God, our prayers are a sweet fragrance to Him. We should cultivate a life of prayer, continually lifting our hearts to God. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew of olive oilוְשֶׁ֖מֶן (wə·še·men) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 8081: Grease, liquid, richness for the light לַמָּא֑וֹר (lam·mā·’ō·wr) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3974: A luminous body, luminary, light, brightness, cheerfulness, a chandelier and spices וּבְשָׂמִים֙ (ū·ḇə·śā·mîm) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1314: Fragrance, spicery, the balsam plant for the anointing הַמִּשְׁחָ֔ה (ham·miš·ḥāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4888: Unction, a consecratory gift oil לְשֶׁ֣מֶן (lə·še·men) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 8081: Grease, liquid, richness and for the fragrant הַסַּמִּֽים׃ (has·sam·mîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 5561: Spice (used in incense) incense, וְלִקְטֹ֖רֶת (wə·liq·ṭō·reṯ) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 7004: Smoke, odor of (burning) sacrifice, incense Links Exodus 35:8 NIVExodus 35:8 NLT Exodus 35:8 ESV Exodus 35:8 NASB Exodus 35:8 KJV Exodus 35:8 BibleApps.com Exodus 35:8 Biblia Paralela Exodus 35:8 Chinese Bible Exodus 35:8 French Bible Exodus 35:8 Catholic Bible OT Law: Exodus 35:8 Oil for the light spices (Exo. 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