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href="/bsb/exodus/35.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/35.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />and he has filled him with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, with understanding, with knowledge and with all kinds of skills—<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/exodus/35.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />The LORD has filled Bezalel with the Spirit of God, giving him great wisdom, ability, and expertise in all kinds of crafts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/exodus/35.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />and he has filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, with intelligence, with knowledge, and with all craftsmanship,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/exodus/35.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />And He has filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/exodus/35.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And he hath filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/exodus/35.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />and He has filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom and understanding, in knowledge and all manner of workmanship,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/exodus/35.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />And He has filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, in knowledge, and in all craftsmanship;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/exodus/35.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220And He has filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding and in knowledge and in all craftsmanship;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/exodus/35.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“And He has filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding and in knowledge and in all craftsmanship;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/exodus/35.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And He has filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in discernment, and in knowledge, and in all craftsmanship;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/exodus/35.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />and He has filled him with the Spirit of God, with wisdom <i>and</i> skill, with intelligence <i>and</i> understanding, and with knowledge in all [areas of] craftsmanship,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/exodus/35.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />He has filled him with God’s Spirit, with wisdom, understanding, and ability in every kind of craft<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/exodus/35.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />He has filled him with God&#8217s Spirit, with wisdom, understanding, and ability in every kind of craft<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/exodus/35.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />and he hath filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/exodus/35.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />and he hath filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/exodus/35.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The LORD has filled Bezalel with the Spirit of God, making him highly skilled, resourceful, and knowledgeable in all trades.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/exodus/35.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />God has filled him with his power and given him skill, ability, and understanding for every kind of artistic work, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/exodus/35.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />and he has filled him with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, with understanding, and with knowledge of all kinds of work, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/exodus/35.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />And He has filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/exodus/35.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />He has filled him with the Spirit of God--with skill, with understanding, with knowledge, and in all kinds of work,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/exodus/35.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />He has filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/exodus/35.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And he hath filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/exodus/35.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />He has filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, in knowledge, and in all kinds of workmanship; <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/exodus/35.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and He fills him [with] the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all work,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/exodus/35.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and He doth fill him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all work,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/exodus/35.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And he will fill him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all work;<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/exodus/35.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And hath filled him with the spirit of God, with wisdom and understanding and knowledge and all learning. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/exodus/35.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />and he has filled him with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, and understanding, and knowledge, and all teaching,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/exodus/35.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />and has filled him with a divine spirit of skill and understanding and knowledge in every craft:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/exodus/35.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />he has filled him with divine spirit, with skill, intelligence, and knowledge in every kind of craft,<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/exodus/35.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And he has filled him with the Spirit of God, with wisdom and with understanding, and with knowledge, and with all manner of workmanship,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/exodus/35.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And the Spirit of God filled him in wisdom and in understanding and in knowledge and in every work;<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/exodus/35.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And He hath filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/exodus/35.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />and has filled him with a divine spirit of wisdom and understanding, and knowledge of all things,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/exodus/35-31.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=9402" 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/35.htm">Bezalel and Oholiab</a></span><br><span class="reftext">30</span>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. <span class="reftext">31</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/4390.htm" title="4390: way·mal·lê (Conj-w:: V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To be full, to fill. Or malae; a primitive root, to fill or be full of, in a wide application.">And He has filled</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: ’ō·ṯōw (DirObjM:: 3ms) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self.">him</a> <a href="/hebrew/7307.htm" title="7307: rū·aḥ (N-csc) -- Breath, wind, spirit. From ruwach; wind; by resemblance breath.">with the Spirit</a> <a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: ’ĕ·lō·hîm (N-mp) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">of God,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2451.htm" title="2451: bə·ḥā·ḵə·māh (Prep-b:: N-fs) -- Wisdom. From chakam; wisdom.">with skill,</a> <a href="/hebrew/8394.htm" title="8394: biṯ·ḇū·nāh (Prep-b:: N-fs) -- An understanding. And tbuwnah; or towbunah; from biyn; intelligence; by implication, an argument; by extension, caprice.">ability,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1847.htm" title="1847: ū·ḇə·ḏa·‘aṯ (Conj-w, Prep-b:: N-fs) -- Knowledge. From yada'; knowledge.">and knowledge</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: ū·ḇə·ḵāl (Conj-w, Prep-b:: N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">in all kinds</a> <a href="/hebrew/4399.htm" title="4399: mə·lā·ḵāh (N-fs) -- From the same as mal'ak; properly, deputyship, i.e. Ministry; generally, employment or work; also property.">of craftsmanship,</a> </span><span class="reftext">32</span>to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze,…<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/31-3.htm">Exodus 31:3</a></span><br />And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/7-14.htm">1 Kings 7:14</a></span><br />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="/isaiah/11-2.htm">Isaiah 11:2</a></span><br />The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD.<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="/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6</a></span><br />For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/28-12.htm">1 Chronicles 28:12</a></span><br />The plans contained everything David had in mind for the courts of the house of the LORD, for all the surrounding rooms, for the treasuries of the house of God and of the dedicated things,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/3-12.htm">1 Kings 3:12</a></span><br />behold, I will do what you have asked. I will give you a wise and discerning heart, so that there will never have been another like you, nor will there ever be.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/2-7.htm">2 Chronicles 2:7</a></span><br />Send me, therefore, a craftsman skilled in engraving to work with gold and silver, with bronze and iron, and with purple, crimson, and blue yarn. He will work with my craftsmen in Judah and Jerusalem, whom my father David provided.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/1-17.htm">Daniel 1:17</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-5.htm">James 1:5</a></span><br />Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/2-10.htm">1 Corinthians 2:10-13</a></span><br />But God has revealed it to us by the Spirit. The Spirit searches all things, even the deep things of God. / For who among men knows the thoughts of man except his own spirit within him? So too, no one knows the thoughts of God except the Spirit of God. / We have not received the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, that we may understand what God has freely given us. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/32-8.htm">Job 32:8</a></span><br />But there is a spirit in a man, the breath of the Almighty, that gives him understanding.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/1-7.htm">2 Timothy 1:7</a></span><br />For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/1-9.htm">Colossians 1:9</a></span><br />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,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/1-17.htm">Ephesians 1:17</a></span><br />that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation in your knowledge of Him.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And he has filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship;</p><p class="hdg">and he</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/11-2.htm">Isaiah 11:2-5</a></b></br> And the spirit of the LORD shall rest upon him, the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and might, the spirit of knowledge and of the fear of the LORD; … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/28-26.htm">Isaiah 28:26</a></b></br> For his God doth instruct him to discretion, <i>and</i> doth teach him.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/61-1.htm">Isaiah 61:1-3</a></b></br> The Spirit of the Lord GOD <i>is</i> upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to <i>them that are</i> bound; … </p><p class="hdg">wisdom.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/exodus/35-26.htm">Ability</a> <a href="/exodus/31-3.htm">Crafts</a> <a href="/exodus/31-5.htm">Craftsmanship</a> <a href="/exodus/31-3.htm">Fill</a> <a href="/exodus/31-3.htm">Filled</a> <a href="/exodus/34-6.htm">Full</a> <a href="/exodus/31-3.htm">Intelligence</a> <a href="/exodus/31-5.htm">Kinds</a> <a href="/exodus/35-29.htm">Manner</a> <a href="/exodus/35-26.htm">Skill</a> <a href="/exodus/31-3.htm">Sort</a> <a href="/exodus/35-21.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/exodus/31-3.htm">Understanding</a> <a href="/exodus/35-26.htm">Wisdom</a> <a href="/exodus/35-29.htm">Work</a> <a href="/exodus/31-5.htm">Workmanship</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/exodus/35-34.htm">Ability</a> <a href="/exodus/31-3.htm">Crafts</a> <a href="/exodus/35-33.htm">Craftsmanship</a> <a href="/leviticus/25-19.htm">Fill</a> <a href="/exodus/35-35.htm">Filled</a> <a href="/exodus/40-34.htm">Full</a> <a href="/job/12-3.htm">Intelligence</a> <a href="/exodus/35-33.htm">Kinds</a> <a href="/exodus/35-33.htm">Manner</a> <a href="/exodus/36-2.htm">Skill</a> <a href="/exodus/35-33.htm">Sort</a> <a href="/leviticus/20-27.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/exodus/36-1.htm">Understanding</a> <a href="/exodus/35-35.htm">Wisdom</a> <a href="/exodus/35-32.htm">Work</a> <a href="/exodus/35-33.htm">Workmanship</a><div class="vheading2">Exodus 35</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/35-1.htm">The Sabbath</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/35-4.htm">The free gifts for the tabernacle</a></span><br><span class="reftext">20. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/35-20.htm">The readiness of the people to offer</a></span><br><span class="reftext">30. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/35-30.htm">Bezaleel and Aholiab are called to the work</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 filling of the Spirit of God indicates a special anointing for a specific task, a concept seen throughout Scripture, such as in the anointing of kings like Saul and David (<a href="/1_samuel/10-10.htm">1 Samuel 10:10, 16</a>:13). This divine filling is not just for spiritual leaders but also for those called to practical tasks, emphasizing that all work done for God requires His Spirit. The Spirit's involvement in craftsmanship underscores the sacredness of the work and the importance of divine guidance in all endeavors.<p><b>with skill, ability, and knowledge</b><br>These attributes are essential for the intricate work required in constructing the Tabernacle. Skill refers to the practical expertise needed to execute the work, while ability suggests the capacity to apply this skill effectively. Knowledge implies an understanding of the materials and techniques necessary for the task. This triad of qualities is reminiscent of the wisdom literature, such as Proverbs, where wisdom is often associated with skillful living (<a href="/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6</a>). The emphasis on these qualities shows that God values excellence and precision in the work done for His glory.<p><b>in all kinds of craftsmanship</b><br>The phrase indicates the comprehensive nature of Bezalel's abilities, covering a wide range of artistic and technical skills. This includes metalwork, woodwork, weaving, and more, as detailed in the subsequent verses of <a href="/exodus/35.htm">Exodus 35</a>. The Tabernacle's construction required diverse talents, reflecting the multifaceted nature of God's creation and the variety of gifts He bestows upon His people. This diversity of craftsmanship can be seen as a type of the body of Christ, where different members have different gifts but work together for a common purpose (<a href="/1_corinthians/12-4.htm">1 Corinthians 12:4-7</a>). The craftsmanship also points to the beauty and order inherent in God's design, both in the physical Tabernacle and in the spiritual temple of the Church.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/b/bezalel.htm">Bezalel</a></b><br>The primary individual mentioned in this context, Bezalel is chosen by God to lead the construction of the Tabernacle. He is endowed with the Spirit of God to perform his tasks with exceptional skill and wisdom.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_spirit_of_god.htm">The Spirit of God</a></b><br>This refers to the divine empowerment given to Bezalel, enabling him to carry out the work of crafting the Tabernacle with excellence. It highlights the divine origin of his skills and abilities.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom,_understanding,_and_ability.htm">Wisdom, Understanding, and Ability</a></b><br>These are the specific attributes given to Bezalel by the Spirit of God. They encompass not only technical skill but also insight and discernment in his work.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_tabernacle.htm">The Tabernacle</a></b><br>The sacred place where God would dwell among His people, constructed according to divine specifications. Bezalel's work is crucial in creating this holy space.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/m/moses.htm">Moses</a></b><br>The leader of the Israelites who receives the instructions from God regarding the construction of the Tabernacle and appoints Bezalel for this task.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/d/divine_empowerment_for_service.htm">Divine Empowerment for Service</a></b><br>God equips those He calls with the necessary skills and wisdom to fulfill His purposes. Just as Bezalel was filled with the Spirit, believers today are empowered by the Holy Spirit for service.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_the_holy_spirit.htm">The Role of the Holy Spirit</a></b><br>The Holy Spirit is not only for spiritual matters but also for practical tasks. Bezalel's craftsmanship was a spiritual service, showing that all work done for God is sacred.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom_and_understanding_in_work.htm">Wisdom and Understanding in Work</a></b><br>Wisdom and understanding are crucial in executing tasks effectively. Believers should seek God's wisdom in their daily work and decisions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/using_gifts_for_god's_glory.htm">Using Gifts for God's Glory</a></b><br>Each person has unique gifts and talents given by God. Like Bezalel, we should use our abilities to glorify God and serve His people.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_obedience.htm">The Importance of Obedience</a></b><br>Bezalel's work was in obedience to God's instructions. Our obedience to God's calling is essential in fulfilling His plans.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_exodus_35.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Exodus 35</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_did_israelites_learn_to_craft_gold.htm">Exodus 39:30–31: Where would Israelite artisans gain the advanced metallurgical knowledge to create the gold plate with the inscription “Holy to the Lord”? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_defines_christian_anthropology.htm">What defines Christian anthropology?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_was_the_breastpiece_crafted_in_the_wild.htm">Exodus 39:8–21: How did they manage the sophisticated techniques required to craft and engrave the breastpiece with gemstone settings in a wilderness setting? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/exodus_26__do_tabernacle_sizes_match_texts.htm">Exodus 26 – How do these tabernacle measurements align or conflict with other biblical or historical texts regarding the scale and feasibility of such a dwelling?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/exodus/35.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verses 31-33</span> - Correspond almost word for word with vers. 3-5 of ch. 31, <span class="accented">q</span>. <span class="accented">vide</span>. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/exodus/35-31.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">And He has filled</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיְמַלֵּ֥א</span> <span class="translit">(way·mal·lê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4390.htm">Strong's 4390: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fill, be full of</span><br /><br /><span class="word">him</span><br /><span class="heb">אֹת֖וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(’ō·ṯōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Direct object marker | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_853.htm">Strong's 853: </a> </span><span class="str2">Untranslatable mark of the accusative case</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with the Spirit</span><br /><span class="heb">ר֣וּחַ</span> <span class="translit">(rū·aḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - common singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7307.htm">Strong's 7307: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wind, breath, exhalation, life, anger, unsubstantiality, a region of the sky, spirit</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of God,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱלֹהִ֑ים</span> <span class="translit">(’ĕ·lō·hîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_430.htm">Strong's 430: </a> </span><span class="str2">gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with wisdom,</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּחָכְמָ֛ה</span> <span class="translit">(bə·ḥā·ḵə·māh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2451.htm">Strong's 2451: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wisdom</span><br /><br /><span class="word">understanding,</span><br /><span class="heb">וּבְדַ֖עַת</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ḇə·ḏa·‘aṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1847.htm">Strong's 1847: </a> </span><span class="str2">Knowledge</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and ability</span><br /><span class="heb">בִּתְבוּנָ֥ה</span> <span class="translit">(biṯ·ḇū·nāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8394.htm">Strong's 8394: </a> </span><span class="str2">Intelligence, an argument, caprice</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in all kinds</span><br /><span class="heb">וּבְכָל־</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ḇə·ḵāl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of crafts,</span><br /><span class="heb">מְלָאכָֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(mə·lā·ḵāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4399.htm">Strong's 4399: </a> </span><span class="str2">Deputyship, ministry, employment, work, property</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/exodus/35-31.htm">Exodus 35:31 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/exodus/35-31.htm">Exodus 35:31 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/exodus/35-31.htm">Exodus 35:31 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/exodus/35-31.htm">Exodus 35:31 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/exodus/35-31.htm">Exodus 35:31 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/exodus/35-31.htm">Exodus 35:31 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/exodus/35-31.htm">Exodus 35:31 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/exodus/35-31.htm">Exodus 35:31 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/exodus/35-31.htm">Exodus 35:31 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/exodus/35-31.htm">Exodus 35:31 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/exodus/35-31.htm">OT Law: Exodus 35:31 He has filled him with the Spirit (Exo. 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