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id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><div class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/exodus/38.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/exodus/38.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />with him was Oholiab son of Ahisamak, of the tribe of Dan—an engraver and designer, and an embroiderer in blue, purple and scarlet yarn and fine linen.)<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/exodus/38.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />He was assisted by Oholiab son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, a craftsman expert at engraving, designing, and embroidering with blue, purple, and scarlet thread on fine linen cloth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/exodus/38.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />and with him was Oholiab the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver and designer and embroiderer in blue and purple and scarlet yarns and fine twined linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/exodus/38.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />With him was Oholiab son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver, designer, and embroiderer in blue, purple, and scarlet yarn and fine linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/exodus/38.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And with him <i>was</i> Aholiab, son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver, and a cunning workman, and an embroiderer in blue, and in purple, and in scarlet, and fine linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/exodus/38.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />And with him <i>was</i> Aholiab the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver and designer, a weaver of blue, purple, and scarlet <i>thread,</i> and of fine linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/exodus/38.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />With him <i>was</i> Oholiab the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver and a skilled embroiderer, and a weaver in violet, in purple, and in scarlet <i>material,</i> and fine linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/exodus/38.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />With him was Oholiab the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver and a skillful workman and a weaver in blue and in purple and in scarlet material, and fine linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/exodus/38.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And with him was Oholiab, the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver and a skillful workman and a weaver in blue and in purple and in scarlet <i>material,</i> and fine linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/exodus/38.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />With him <i>was</i> Oholiab the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, a craftsman and a skillful designer and a weaver in blue and in purple and in scarlet <i>material</i> and fine linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/exodus/38.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />With him was Oholiab the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver and a skillful craftsman and an embroiderer in blue and in purple and in scarlet fabric, and in fine linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/exodus/38.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />With him was Oholiab son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, a gem cutter, a designer, and an embroiderer with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and fine linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/exodus/38.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />With him was Oholiab son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, a gem cutter, a designer, and an embroiderer with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and fine linen. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/exodus/38.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And with him was Oholiab, the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver, and a skilful workman, and an embroiderer in blue, and in purple, and in scarlet, and in fine linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/exodus/38.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And with him was Oholiab, the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver, and a cunning workman, and an embroiderer in blue, and in purple, and in scarlet, and fine linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/exodus/38.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />He was a jeweler, carpenter, designer, and he knew how to embroider violet, purple, and bright red yarn on fine linen. His assistant was Oholiab, son of Ahisamach, from the tribe of Dan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/exodus/38.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />His helper, Oholiab son of Ahisamach, from the tribe of Dan, was an engraver, a designer, and a weaver of fine linen and of blue, purple, and red wool. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/exodus/38.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />With him was Ahisamach's son Oholiab from the tribe of Dan, an engraver, designer, and embroiderer in blue, purple, and scarlet material, and of fine linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/exodus/38.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />With him was Oholiab son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver, designer, and embroiderer in blue, purple, and scarlet yarn and fine linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/exodus/38.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />and with him was Oholiab son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an artisan, a designer, and an embroiderer in blue, purple, and scarlet yarn and fine linen. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/exodus/38.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />With him was Oholiab, the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver, and a skillful workman, and an embroiderer in blue, in purple, in scarlet, and in fine linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/exodus/38.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And with him was Aholiab, son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver, and a skillful workman, and an embroiderer in blue, and in purple, and in scarlet, and fine linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/exodus/38.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />With him was Oholiab, the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver, and a skillful workman, and an embroiderer in blue, in purple, in scarlet, and in fine linen. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/exodus/38.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and with him [is] Aholiab son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver, and designer and embroiderer in blue, and in purple, and in scarlet, and in linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/exodus/38.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and with him is Aholiab son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver, and designer, and embroiderer in blue, and in purple, and in scarlet, and in linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/exodus/38.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And with him Aholiab, the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver and an artificer, and variegator in cerulean purple, and in red purple, and in double scarlet, and in byssus.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/exodus/38.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Having for his companion Ooliab the son of Achisamech of the tribe of Dan: who also was an excellent artificer in wood, and worker in tapestry and embroidery in violet, purple, scarlet, and fine linen. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/exodus/38.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />He was joined by his associate, Oholiab, the son of Ahisamach, from the tribe of Dan, who himself was also an exceptional artisan of wood, and of weaving, as well as of embroidery, with hyacinth, purple, vermillion, and fine linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/exodus/38.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />and he was assisted by Oholiab, son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, who was an engraver, an embroiderer, and a weaver of variegated cloth of violet, purple, and scarlet yarn and of fine linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/exodus/38.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />and with him was Oholiab son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, engraver, designer, and embroiderer in blue, purple, and crimson yarns, and in fine linen.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/exodus/38.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And with him was Elihab, the son of Ahisamakh, of the tribe of Dan, a carpenter, and a craftsman, and an embroiderer in blue, and in purple, and in scarlet material, and in fine linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/exodus/38.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And with him, Elihab son of Akhisamak, from the tribe of Dan, a Carpenter and Craftsman and Embroiderer in blue fringes and in purple, and with dye of scarlet, and in fine white linen.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/exodus/38.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And with him was Oholiab, the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, a craftsman, and a skilful workman, and a weaver in colours, in blue, and in purple, and in scarlet, and fine linen.--<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/exodus/38.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And Eliab the son of Achisamach of the tribe of Dan <i>was there</i>, who was chief artificer in the woven works and needle-works and embroideries, in weaving with the scarlet and fine linen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/exodus/38-23.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kVae3PiKqhs?start=10135" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/exodus/38.htm">The Cost of the Tabernacle</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">22</span>Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah, made everything that the LORD had commanded Moses. <span class="reftext">23</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/854.htm" title="854: wə·’it·tōw (Conj-w:: Prep:: 3ms) -- With (denoting proximity). Probably from 'anah; properly, nearness, near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc.">With him was</a> <a href="/hebrew/171.htm" title="171: ’ā·ho·lî·’āḇ (N-proper-ms) -- Father's tent, an assistant of Bezalel. From 'ohel and 'ab; tent of father; Oholiab, an Israelite.">Oholiab</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ben- (N-msc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">son</a> <a href="/hebrew/294.htm" title="294: ’ă·ḥî·sā·māḵ (N-proper-ms) -- My brother has supported, an Isr. From 'ach and camak; brother of support; Achisamak, an Israelite.">of Ahisamach,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4294.htm" title="4294: lə·maṭ·ṭêh- (Prep-l:: N-msc) -- Or mattah; from natah; a branch; figuratively, a tribe; also a rod, whether for chastising, ruling, throwing, or walking.">of the tribe</a> <a href="/hebrew/1835.htm" title="1835: ḏān (N-proper-ms) -- Judge, a son of Jacob, also his desc. and their territory, also a place in N. Isr. ">of Dan,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2796.htm" title="2796: ḥā·rāš (N-ms) -- Engraver, artificer. From charash; a fabricator or any material.">an engraver,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2803.htm" title="2803: wə·ḥō·šêḇ (Conj-w:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To think, account. ">designer,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7551.htm" title="7551: wə·rō·qêm (Conj-w:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To variegate. A primitive root; to variegate color, i.e. Embroider; by implication, to fabricate.">and embroiderer</a> <a href="/hebrew/8504.htm" title="8504: bat·tə·ḵê·leṯ (Prep-b, Art:: N-fs) -- Probably for shcheleth; the cerulean mussel, i.e. The color obtained therefrom or stuff dyed therewith.">in blue,</a> <a href="/hebrew/713.htm" title="713: ū·ḇā·’ar·gā·mān (Conj-w, Prep-b, Art:: N-ms) -- Purple, red-purple. Of foreign origin; purple.">purple,</a> <a href="/hebrew/8438.htm" title="8438: ū·ḇə·ṯō·w·la·‘aṯ (Conj-w, Prep-b:: N-fsc) -- Worm, scarlet stuff. ">and scarlet yarn</a> <a href="/hebrew/8144.htm" title="8144: haš·šā·nî (Art:: N-ms) -- Scarlet. Of uncertain derivation; crimson, properly, the insect or its color, also stuff dyed with it."></a> <a href="/hebrew/8336.htm" title="8336: ū·ḇaš·šêš (Conj-w, Prep-b, Art:: N-ms) -- Byssus. Or shshiy; for shayish; bleached stuff, i.e. White linen or marble.">and fine linen.</a> </span><span class="reftext">24</span>All the gold from the wave offering used for the work on the sanctuary totaled 29 talents and 730 shekels, according to the sanctuary shekel.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/31-2.htm">Exodus 31:2-6</a></span><br />“See, I have called by name Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah. / 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, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/35-30.htm">Exodus 35:30-35</a></span><br />Then Moses said to the Israelites, “See, the LORD has called by name Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah. / And He has 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, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/7-13.htm">1 Kings 7:13-14</a></span><br />Now King Solomon sent to bring Huram from Tyre. / 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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/2-13.htm">2 Chronicles 2:13-14</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/4-11.htm">2 Chronicles 4:11-16</a></span><br />Additionally, Huram made the pots, shovels, and sprinkling bowls. So Huram finished the work that he had undertaken for King Solomon in the house of God: / the two pillars; the two bowl-shaped capitals atop the pillars; the two sets of network covering both bowls of the capitals atop the pillars; / the four hundred pomegranates for the two sets of network (two rows of pomegranates for each network covering both the bowl-shaped capitals atop the pillars); ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/28-24.htm">Isaiah 28:24-29</a></span><br />Does the plowman plow for planting every day? Does he continuously loosen and harrow the soil? / When he has leveled its surface, does he not sow caraway and scatter cumin? He plants wheat in rows and barley in plots, and rye within its border. / For his God instructs and teaches him properly. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/22-29.htm">Proverbs 22:29</a></span><br />Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will be stationed in the presence of kings; he will not stand before obscure men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/22-15.htm">1 Chronicles 22:15-16</a></span><br />You also have many workers: stonecutters, masons, carpenters, and men skilled in every kind of work— / in gold and silver, bronze and iron—craftsmen beyond number. Now begin the work, and may the LORD be with you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/28-20.htm">1 Chronicles 28:20-21</a></span><br />David also said to Solomon his son, “Be strong and courageous, and do it. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD God, my God, is with you. He will neither fail you nor forsake you before all the work for the service of the house of the LORD is finished. / The divisions of the priests and Levites are ready for all the service of the house of God, and every willing man of every skill will be at your disposal for the work. The officials and all the people are fully at your command.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/2-20.htm">2 Timothy 2:20-21</a></span><br />A large house contains not only vessels of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay. Some indeed are for honorable use, but others are for common use. / So if anyone cleanses himself of what is unfit, he will be a vessel for honor: sanctified, useful to the Master, and prepared for every good work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/12-4.htm">1 Corinthians 12:4-11</a></span><br />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. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-6.htm">Romans 12:6-8</a></span><br />We have different gifts according to the grace given us. If one’s gift is prophecy, let him use it in proportion to his faith; / if it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach; / if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is giving, let him give generously; if it is leading, let him lead with diligence; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/4-11.htm">Ephesians 4:11-12</a></span><br />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,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-23.htm">Colossians 3:23-24</a></span><br />Whatever you do, work at it with your whole being, as for the Lord and not for men, / because you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as your reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/25-14.htm">Matthew 25:14-30</a></span><br />For it is just like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted them with his possessions. / To one he gave five talents, to another two talents, and to another one talent—each according to his own ability. And he went on his journey. / The servant who had received the five talents went at once and put them to work and gained five more. ...</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And with him was Aholiab, son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver, and a cunning workman, and an embroiderer in blue, and in purple, and in scarlet, and fine linen.</p><p class="hdg">Aholiab</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/35-34.htm">Exodus 35:34</a></b></br> And he hath put in his heart that he may teach, <i>both</i> he, and Aholiab, the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan.</p><p class="hdg">a cunning</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/35-34.htm">Exodus 35:34</a></b></br> And he hath put in his heart that he may teach, <i>both</i> he, and Aholiab, the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/exodus/35-34.htm">Ahisamach</a> <a href="/exodus/35-34.htm">Ahis'amach</a> <a href="/exodus/36-2.htm">Aholiab</a> <a href="/genesis/4-22.htm">Artificer</a> <a href="/exodus/38-18.htm">Blue</a> <a href="/exodus/38-18.htm">Colours</a> <a href="/exodus/35-35.htm">Craftsman</a> <a href="/exodus/36-35.htm">Cunning</a> <a href="/exodus/35-34.htm">Dan</a> <a href="/exodus/35-32.htm">Designer</a> <a href="/exodus/38-18.htm">Embroiderer</a> <a href="/exodus/35-35.htm">Engraver</a> <a href="/exodus/36-35.htm">Expert</a> <a href="/exodus/38-18.htm">Fine</a> <a href="/exodus/38-18.htm">Linen</a> <a href="/exodus/38-21.htm">Material</a> <a href="/exodus/38-18.htm">Needlework</a> <a href="/exodus/36-2.htm">Oholiab</a> <a href="/exodus/36-2.htm">Oho'liab</a> <a href="/exodus/38-18.htm">Purple</a> <a href="/exodus/36-37.htm">Red</a> <a href="/exodus/38-18.htm">Scarlet</a> <a href="/exodus/36-35.htm">Skilful</a> <a href="/exodus/36-35.htm">Skillful</a> <a href="/exodus/36-37.htm">Stuff</a> <a href="/exodus/35-33.htm">Trained</a> <a href="/exodus/38-22.htm">Tribe</a> <a href="/exodus/38-18.htm">Twined</a> <a href="/exodus/38-18.htm">Weaver</a> <a href="/exodus/36-35.htm">Workman</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/exodus/31-6.htm">Ahisamach</a> <a href="/exodus/31-6.htm">Ahis'amach</a> <a href="/exodus/31-6.htm">Aholiab</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/27-15.htm">Artificer</a> <a href="/exodus/39-1.htm">Blue</a> <a href="/exodus/39-29.htm">Colours</a> <a href="/exodus/39-3.htm">Craftsman</a> <a href="/exodus/39-3.htm">Cunning</a> <a href="/leviticus/24-11.htm">Dan</a> <a href="/exodus/39-3.htm">Designer</a> <a href="/exodus/39-29.htm">Embroiderer</a> <a href="/exodus/28-11.htm">Engraver</a> <a href="/1_samuel/16-17.htm">Expert</a> <a href="/exodus/39-2.htm">Fine</a> <a href="/exodus/39-2.htm">Linen</a> <a href="/exodus/39-1.htm">Material</a> <a href="/exodus/39-1.htm">Needlework</a> <a href="/exodus/31-6.htm">Oholiab</a> <a href="/exodus/31-6.htm">Oho'liab</a> <a href="/exodus/39-1.htm">Purple</a> <a href="/exodus/39-1.htm">Red</a> <a href="/exodus/39-1.htm">Scarlet</a> <a href="/exodus/39-3.htm">Skilful</a> <a href="/exodus/39-3.htm">Skillful</a> <a href="/exodus/39-1.htm">Stuff</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/8-5.htm">Trained</a> <a href="/leviticus/24-11.htm">Tribe</a> <a href="/exodus/39-2.htm">Twined</a> <a href="/exodus/39-22.htm">Weaver</a> <a href="/exodus/39-3.htm">Workman</a><div class="vheading2">Exodus 38</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/38-1.htm">The altar of burnt offering</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/38-8.htm">The laver of brass</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/38-9.htm">The court, and its hangings</a></span><br><span class="reftext">21. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/38-21.htm">The sum of what the people offered, and the use to which it was applied</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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The mention of his lineage, "son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan," highlights the diverse representation of the tribes of Israel in the Tabernacle's construction. The tribe of Dan, traditionally known for its craftsmanship, is significant here, as it shows that God equips individuals from all tribes for His purposes. This collaboration between Bezalel from the tribe of Judah and Oholiab from Dan symbolizes unity among the tribes in the service of God.<p><b>an engraver, designer, and embroiderer</b><br>Oholiab's skills are detailed, emphasizing his role in the artistic and intricate work required for the Tabernacle. Engraving and designing were essential for creating the detailed patterns and symbols that adorned the sacred space. Embroidery, particularly in the context of the Tabernacle, involved creating elaborate designs on fabrics, which were integral to the curtains and priestly garments. These skills reflect the importance of beauty and precision in worship, as the Tabernacle was a physical representation of God's dwelling among His people.<p><b>in blue, purple, and scarlet yarn and fine linen</b><br>The materials mentioned are significant in the context of the Tabernacle. Blue, purple, and scarlet yarns were costly and symbolized royalty, divinity, and sacrifice. These colors were used extensively in the Tabernacle's curtains and the high priest's garments, pointing to the majesty and holiness of God. Fine linen, known for its purity and quality, was used for the priestly garments, symbolizing righteousness and purity. The use of these materials in the Tabernacle foreshadows the beauty and holiness of Christ, who fulfills the law and the prophets, embodying the ultimate High Priest and the perfect sacrifice.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/o/oholiab.htm">Oholiab</a></b><br>A skilled craftsman from the tribe of Dan, Oholiab was appointed to assist Bezalel in the construction of the Tabernacle. His talents included craftsmanship, design, and embroidery, particularly in the sacred colors of blue, purple, and scarlet.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/a/ahisamach.htm">Ahisamach</a></b><br>The father of Oholiab, mentioned here to establish Oholiab's lineage and tribal affiliation with the tribe of Dan.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/tribe_of_dan.htm">Tribe of Dan</a></b><br>One of the twelve tribes of Israel, known for its craftsmen and artisans. The inclusion of Oholiab from this tribe highlights the diverse contributions of different tribes to the construction of the Tabernacle.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/c/craftsmanship_and_design.htm">Craftsmanship and Design</a></b><br>The skills attributed to Oholiab emphasize the importance of artistic and skilled labor in the service of God, particularly in the creation of sacred spaces.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/tabernacle_construction.htm">Tabernacle Construction</a></b><br>The broader context of this verse is the construction of the Tabernacle, a central place of worship for the Israelites, symbolizing God's presence among His people.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god_values_skilled_work.htm">God Values Skilled Work</a></b><br>The appointment of Oholiab underscores that God values and uses skilled labor for His purposes. Our talents and skills can be dedicated to His service.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/diversity_in_service.htm">Diversity in Service</a></b><br>Oholiab's inclusion from the tribe of Dan shows that God calls people from diverse backgrounds to contribute to His work. Every tribe and talent has a place in God's plan.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/artistry_in_worship.htm">Artistry in Worship</a></b><br>The detailed craftsmanship in the Tabernacle reminds us that beauty and artistry have a place in worship. We can honor God through creativity and excellence in our work.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/divine_appointment.htm">Divine Appointment</a></b><br>Just as Oholiab was chosen for a specific task, we are also called to specific roles in God's kingdom. Recognizing and embracing our calling is crucial.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/collaboration_in_ministry.htm">Collaboration in Ministry</a></b><br>Oholiab worked alongside Bezalel, illustrating the importance of collaboration and teamwork in achieving God's purposes.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_exodus_38.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Exodus 38</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_were_bezalel_and_oholiab.htm">Who were Bezalel and Oholiab in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_exodus_38_21-23_and_numbers_align.htm">How do the measurements and quantities listed in Exodus 38:21-23 harmonize with other parts of Exodus and Numbers that detail Israel's population and resources?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_explain_'tongues_of_fire'.htm">How can 'tongues of fire' (Acts 2:3) be scientifically or physically explained?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_psalm_73_27_align_with_nt_love.htm">Psalm 73:27 proclaims God will destroy the unfaithful--how does this align with the New Testament emphasis on love and redemption?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/exodus/38.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(23) <span class= "bld">Aholiab . . . an engraver.</span>--This is a mistranslation. <span class= "ital">Kharash </span>means a worker in any material whatsoever. It should be rendered <span class= "ital">artificer, </span>as it is in <a href="/1_chronicles/29-5.htm" title="The gold for things of gold, and the silver for things of silver, and for all manner of work to be made by the hands of artificers. And who then is willing to consecrate his service this day to the LORD?">1Chronicles 29:5</a>; <a href="/2_chronicles/34-11.htm" title="Even to the artificers and builders gave they it, to buy hewn stone, and timber for couplings, and to floor the houses which the kings of Judah had destroyed.">2Chronicles 34:11</a>.<p><span class= "bld">A cunning workman.</span>--Literally, <span class= "ital">a deviser; </span>but the root is used especially of the devising of textile fabrics. (See <a href="/exodus/26-1.htm" title="Moreover you shall make the tabernacle with ten curtains of fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet: with cherubim of cunning work shall you make them.">Exodus 26:1</a>; <a href="/exodus/26-31.htm" title="And you shall make a veil of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen of cunning work: with cherubim shall it be made:">Exodus 26:31</a>; <a href="/exodus/28-6.htm" title="And they shall make the ephod of gold, of blue, and of purple, of scarlet, and fine twined linen, with cunning work.">Exodus 28:6</a>; <a href="/exodus/28-15.htm" title="And you shall make the breastplate of judgment with cunning work; after the work of the ephod you shall make it; of gold, of blue, and of purple, and of scarlet, and of fine twined linen, shall you make it.">Exodus 28:15</a>; <a href="/exodus/36-8.htm" title="And every wise hearted man among them that worked the work of the tabernacle made ten curtains of fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet: with cherubim of cunning work made he them.">Exodus 36:8</a>; <a href="/exodus/36-35.htm" title="And he made a veil of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen: with cherubim made he it of cunning work.">Exodus 36:35</a>; <a href="/exodus/39-3.htm" title="And they did beat the gold into thin plates, and cut it into wires, to work it in the blue, and in the purple, and in the scarlet, and in the fine linen, with cunning work.">Exodus 39:3</a>, &c.) . . . <div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/exodus/38.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 23.</span> - Aholiab's special gifts are here pointed out. He was <p><span class="Text_Heading">1.</span> An artificer (a general term with no special application); <p><span class="Text_Heading">2.</span> A skilled weaver; and <p><span class="Text_Heading">3.</span> An <span class="cmt_word">embroiderer</span>. . . . <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/exodus/38-23.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">With him [was]</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאִתּ֗וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’it·tōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Preposition | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_854.htm">Strong's 854: </a> </span><span class="str2">Nearness, near, with, by, at, among</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Aholiab</span><br /><span class="heb">אָהֳלִיאָ֞ב</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·ho·lî·’āḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_171.htm">Strong's 171: </a> </span><span class="str2">Oholiab -- 'father's tent', an assistant of Bezalel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">son</span><br /><span class="heb">בֶּן־</span> <span class="translit">(ben-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of Ahisamach,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲחִיסָמָ֛ךְ</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·ḥî·sā·māḵ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_294.htm">Strong's 294: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ahisamach -- 'my brother has supported', an Israelite</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the tribe</span><br /><span class="heb">לְמַטֵּה־</span> <span class="translit">(lə·maṭ·ṭêh-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4294.htm">Strong's 4294: </a> </span><span class="str2">A staff, rod, shaft, branch, a tribe</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of Dan,</span><br /><span class="heb">דָ֖ן</span> <span class="translit">(ḏān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1835.htm">Strong's 1835: </a> </span><span class="str2">Dan -- 'judge', a son of Jacob, also a place in Northern Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">an engraver,</span><br /><span class="heb">חָרָ֣שׁ</span> <span class="translit">(ḥā·rāš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2796.htm">Strong's 2796: </a> </span><span class="str2">A fabricator, any material</span><br /><br /><span class="word">designer,</span><br /><span class="heb">וְחֹשֵׁ֑ב</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ḥō·šêḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2803.htm">Strong's 2803: </a> </span><span class="str2">To think, account</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and embroiderer</span><br /><span class="heb">וְרֹקֵ֗ם</span> <span class="translit">(wə·rō·qêm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7551.htm">Strong's 7551: </a> </span><span class="str2">To variegate color, embroider, to fabricate</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in blue,</span><br /><span class="heb">בַּתְּכֵ֙לֶת֙</span> <span class="translit">(bat·tə·ḵê·leṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8504.htm">Strong's 8504: </a> </span><span class="str2">The cerulean mussel, the color, obtained therefrom, stuff dyed therewith</span><br /><br /><span class="word">purple,</span><br /><span class="heb">וּבָֽאַרְגָּמָ֔ן</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ḇā·’ar·gā·mān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_713.htm">Strong's 713: </a> </span><span class="str2">Purple, red-purple</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and scarlet yarn</span><br /><span class="heb">וּבְתוֹלַ֥עַת</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ḇə·ṯō·w·la·‘aṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8438.htm">Strong's 8438: </a> </span><span class="str2">The crimson-grub, of the color, from it, cloths dyed therewith</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and fine linen.</span><br /><span class="heb">וּבַשֵּֽׁשׁ׃</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ḇaš·šêš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8336.htm">Strong's 8336: </a> </span><span class="str2">Bleached stuff, white linen, marble</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/exodus/38-23.htm">Exodus 38:23 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/exodus/38-23.htm">Exodus 38:23 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/exodus/38-23.htm">Exodus 38:23 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/exodus/38-23.htm">Exodus 38:23 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/exodus/38-23.htm">Exodus 38:23 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/exodus/38-23.htm">Exodus 38:23 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/exodus/38-23.htm">Exodus 38:23 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/exodus/38-23.htm">Exodus 38:23 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/exodus/38-23.htm">Exodus 38:23 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/exodus/38-23.htm">Exodus 38:23 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/exodus/38-23.htm">OT Law: Exodus 38:23 With him was Oholiab the son (Exo. 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