Exodus 35:8
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 Version
and 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 Bible
And 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 Bible
And 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 1917
and oil for the light, and spices for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense;

Brenton Septuagint Translation


Additional Translations ...
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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, …

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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
The anointing oil was a sacred mixture used to consecrate the tabernacle, its furnishings, and the priests (Exodus 30:22-33). The specific spices used, such as myrrh and cinnamon, were costly and aromatic, symbolizing the preciousness and holiness of the items and people set apart for God's service. Anointing with oil in the Old Testament often signified the Holy Spirit's empowerment and presence (1 Samuel 16:13). This practice foreshadows the anointing of Jesus Christ, the Messiah, whose very title means "Anointed One" (Luke 4:18). The anointing oil's fragrance can also be seen as a type of the sweet aroma of Christ's sacrifice, pleasing to God (Ephesians 5:2).

and for the fragrant incense;
Incense in the tabernacle was burned on the altar of incense, located before the veil separating the Holy Place from the Most Holy Place (Exodus 30:1-10). The fragrant smoke represented the prayers of the Israelites ascending to God (Psalm 141:2; Revelation 8:3-4). The specific blend of spices for the incense was unique and not to be replicated for personal use, underscoring the sanctity of worship and prayer (Exodus 30:34-38). This exclusivity highlights the importance of approaching God with reverence and purity. The incense also points to Christ, our intercessor, whose prayers and mediation are a pleasing aroma to the Father (Hebrews 7:25).

Persons / Places / Events
1. Moses
The 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 Light
The 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 oil
וְשֶׁ֖מֶן (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


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