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He is a master at every craft.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/exodus/35.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />in cutting stones for setting, and in carving wood, for work in every skilled craft.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/exodus/35.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />to cut gemstones for settings, and to carve wood, so that he may be a master of every artistic craft.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/exodus/35.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And in the cutting of stones, to set <i>them</i>, and in carving of wood, to make any manner of cunning work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/exodus/35.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />in cutting jewels for setting, in carving wood, and to work in all manner of artistic workmanship.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/exodus/35.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />and in the cutting of stones for settings and in the carving of wood, so as to perform in every inventive work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/exodus/35.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />and in the cutting of stones for settings and in the carving of wood, so as to perform in every inventive work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/exodus/35.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />and in the cutting of stones for settings, and in the carving of wood, so as to perform in every inventive work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/exodus/35.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />and in the cutting of stones for settings and in the carving of wood, so as to do <i>well</i> in every work of thoughtful design.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/exodus/35.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />and in the cutting of stones for setting and in the carving of wood, for work in every skilled craft.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/exodus/35.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />to cut gemstones for mounting, and to carve wood for work in every kind of artistic craft.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/exodus/35.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />to cut gemstones for mounting, and to carve wood for work in every kind of artistic craft. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/exodus/35.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />and in cutting of stones for setting, and in carving of wood, to work in all manner of skilful workmanship.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/exodus/35.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />and in cutting of stones for setting, and in carving of wood, to work in all manner of cunning workmanship.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/exodus/35.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />He knows how to cut and set stones and how to work with wood. He's an expert in all trades.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/exodus/35.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />for cutting jewels to be set; for carving wood; and for every other 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 />to cut stones for setting, to carve wood, and to engage in all kinds of artistic work. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/exodus/35.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />to cut gemstones for settings, and to carve wood, so that he may be a master of every artistic craft.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/exodus/35.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />and in cutting stones for their setting, and in cutting wood, to do work in every artistic craft.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/exodus/35.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />in cutting of stones for setting, and in carving of wood, to work in all kinds of skillful workmanship.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/exodus/35.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And in the cutting of stones, to set them, and in carving of wood, to make any manner of curious work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/exodus/35.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />in cutting of stones for setting, and in carving of wood, to work in all kinds of skillful 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 in a carving of stones for settings, and in a carving of wood to work in any work of design.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/exodus/35.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and in graving of stones for settings, and in graving of wood to work in any work of design.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/exodus/35.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And in working stone for filling in, and in working wood, to work in all work of works of skill.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/exodus/35.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And in engraving stones, and in carpenters' work. Whatsoever can be devised artificially, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/exodus/35.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />and with engraving stones, and with the skill of a carpenter. Whatever can be skillfully invented,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/exodus/35.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />in cutting and mounting precious stones, in carving wood, and in every other craft.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/exodus/35.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />in cutting stones for setting, and in carving wood, 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 in the cutting of stones to be set, and in the carving of wood to make any manner of art work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/exodus/35.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And in stone cutting to set stones, and in carpentry woodworking, every work of skill.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/exodus/35.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />and in cutting of stones for setting, and in carving of wood, to work in all manner of skilful workmanship.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/exodus/35.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />and to work in stone, and to fashion the wood, and to work in every work of wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/exodus/35-33.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=9413" 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">32</span>to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze, <span class="reftext">33</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/2799.htm" title="2799: ū·ḇa·ḥă·rō·šeṯ (Conj-w, Prep-b:: N-fsc) -- A carving, skillful working. From charash; mechanical work.">to cut</a> <a href="/hebrew/68.htm" title="68: ’e·ḇen (N-fs) -- A stone. From the root of banah through the meaning to build; a stone.">gemstones</a> <a href="/hebrew/4390.htm" title="4390: lə·mal·lōṯ (Prep-l:: V-Piel-Inf) -- To be full, to fill. Or malae; a primitive root, to fill or be full of, in a wide application.">for settings,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2799.htm" title="2799: ū·ḇa·ḥă·rō·šeṯ (Conj-w, Prep-b:: N-fsc) -- A carving, skillful working. From charash; mechanical work.">and to carve</a> <a href="/hebrew/6086.htm" title="6086: ‘êṣ (N-ms) -- Tree, trees, wood. From atsah; a tree; hence, wood.">wood,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6213.htm" title="6213: la·‘ă·śō·wṯ (Prep-l:: V-Qal-Inf) -- To do, make. A primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application.">so that he may be a master</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: bə·ḵāl (Prep-b:: N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">of every</a> <a href="/hebrew/4284.htm" title="4284: ma·ḥă·šā·ḇeṯ (N-fs) -- Thought, device. Or machashebeth; from chashab; a contrivance, i.e. a texture, machine, or intention, plan.">artistic</a> <a href="/hebrew/4399.htm" title="4399: mə·le·ḵeṯ (N-fsc) -- From the same as mal'ak; properly, deputyship, i.e. Ministry; generally, employment or work; also property.">craft.</a> </span><span class="reftext">34</span>And the LORD has given both him and Oholiab son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, the ability to teach others.…<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 31:3-5</a></span><br />And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship, / to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze, / to cut gemstones for settings, and to carve wood, so that he may be a master of every craft.<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="/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="/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="/isaiah/44-12.htm">Isaiah 44:12-13</a></span><br />The blacksmith takes a tool and labors over the coals; he fashions an idol with hammers and forges it with his strong arms. Yet he grows hungry and loses his strength; he fails to drink water and grows faint. / The woodworker extends a measuring line; he marks it out with a stylus; he shapes it with chisels and outlines it with a compass. He fashions it in the likeness of man, like man in all his glory, that it may dwell in a shrine.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/60-6.htm">Isaiah 60:6-7</a></span><br />Caravans of camels will cover your land, young camels of Midian and Ephah, and all from Sheba will come, bearing gold and frankincense and proclaiming the praises of the LORD. / All the flocks of Kedar will be gathered to you; the rams of Nebaioth will serve you and go up on My altar with acceptance; I will adorn My glorious house.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/10-9.htm">Jeremiah 10:9</a></span><br />Hammered silver is brought from Tarshish, and gold from Uphaz—the work of a craftsman from the hands of a goldsmith. Their clothes are blue and purple, all fashioned by skilled workers.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/27-16.htm">Ezekiel 27:16</a></span><br />Aram was your customer because of your many products; they exchanged turquoise, purple, embroidered work, fine linen, coral, and rubies for your wares.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/27-22.htm">Ezekiel 27:22</a></span><br />The merchants of Sheba and Raamah traded with you; for your wares they exchanged gold, the finest of all spices, and precious stones.<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="/1_corinthians/12-28.htm">1 Corinthians 12:28</a></span><br />And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, and those with gifts of healing, helping, administration, and various tongues.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/2-10.htm">Ephesians 2:10</a></span><br />For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance as our way of life.<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="/1_peter/4-10.htm">1 Peter 4:10-11</a></span><br />As good stewards of the manifold grace of God, each of you should use whatever gift he has received to serve one another. / If anyone speaks, he should speak as one conveying the words of God. If anyone serves, he should serve with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be the glory and the power forever and ever. Amen.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And in the cutting of stones, to set them, and in carving of wood, to make any manner of cunning work.</p><p class="hdg">no reference </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/exodus/35-32.htm">Artistic</a> <a href="/exodus/31-5.htm">Carving</a> <a href="/exodus/31-5.htm">Craft</a> <a href="/exodus/35-31.htm">Craftsmanship</a> <a href="/exodus/31-4.htm">Cunning</a> <a href="/exodus/35-32.htm">Curious</a> <a href="/exodus/35-27.htm">Cut</a> <a href="/exodus/31-5.htm">Cutting</a> <a href="/exodus/27-8.htm">Design</a> <a href="/exodus/31-5.htm">Engage</a> <a href="/exodus/32-4.htm">Graving</a> <a href="/acts/17-29.htm">Inventive</a> <a href="/exodus/35-31.htm">Kinds</a> <a href="/exodus/35-31.htm">Manner</a> <a href="/exodus/34-10.htm">Perform</a> <a href="/exodus/35-27.htm">Setting</a> <a href="/exodus/35-27.htm">Settings</a> <a href="/exodus/35-32.htm">Skilful</a> <a href="/exodus/35-25.htm">Skilled</a> <a href="/exodus/35-32.htm">Skillful</a> <a href="/exodus/35-31.htm">Sort</a> <a href="/exodus/35-27.htm">Stones</a> <a href="/genesis/14-14.htm">Trained</a> <a href="/exodus/35-24.htm">Wood</a> <a href="/exodus/35-32.htm">Work</a> <a href="/exodus/35-31.htm">Workmanship</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/exodus/39-8.htm">Artistic</a> <a href="/isaiah/45-16.htm">Carving</a> <a href="/isaiah/2-16.htm">Craft</a> <a href="/exodus/31-3.htm">Craftsmanship</a> <a href="/exodus/35-35.htm">Cunning</a> <a href="/exodus/35-35.htm">Curious</a> <a href="/exodus/39-3.htm">Cut</a> <a href="/exodus/39-3.htm">Cutting</a> <a href="/exodus/39-29.htm">Design</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/20-12.htm">Engage</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/2-14.htm">Graving</a> <a href="/acts/17-29.htm">Inventive</a> <a href="/leviticus/11-14.htm">Kinds</a> <a href="/exodus/35-35.htm">Manner</a> <a href="/exodus/36-2.htm">Perform</a> <a href="/numbers/7-1.htm">Setting</a> <a href="/exodus/39-6.htm">Settings</a> <a href="/exodus/35-35.htm">Skilful</a> <a href="/exodus/36-4.htm">Skilled</a> <a href="/exodus/35-35.htm">Skillful</a> <a href="/exodus/36-4.htm">Sort</a> <a href="/exodus/39-6.htm">Stones</a> <a href="/exodus/38-23.htm">Trained</a> <a href="/exodus/36-20.htm">Wood</a> <a href="/exodus/35-35.htm">Work</a> <a href="/exodus/35-35.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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/exodus/35.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/exodus/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/exodus/35.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>to cut gemstones for settings</b><br>This phrase highlights the skill and craftsmanship required in the construction of the Tabernacle, a central place of worship for the Israelites. The cutting of gemstones was a highly specialized skill, reflecting the importance and sacredness of the Tabernacle. Gemstones were used in the High Priest's breastplate (<a href="/exodus/28-17.htm">Exodus 28:17-20</a>), symbolizing the tribes of Israel and their connection to God. The precision needed for cutting gemstones signifies the care and reverence due to God's dwelling place. This craftsmanship can be seen as a foreshadowing of the New Jerusalem described in <a href="/revelation/21-18.htm">Revelation 21:18-21</a>, where precious stones are used to describe the city's foundations, emphasizing the beauty and holiness of God's eternal dwelling.<p><b>and to carve wood</b><br>Wood carving was another essential skill in the construction of the Tabernacle, as many of its components, such as the Ark of the Covenant, were made of acacia wood (<a href="/exodus/25-10.htm">Exodus 25:10</a>). This wood was chosen for its durability and resistance to decay, symbolizing the enduring nature of God's covenant with His people. The artistry involved in wood carving reflects the creativity endowed by God to His people, allowing them to contribute to His divine plan. This craftsmanship can be seen as a type of Christ, who is described as a carpenter in <a href="/mark/6-3.htm">Mark 6:3</a>, symbolizing His role in building the spiritual house of God, the Church.<p><b>so that he may be a master of every artistic craft</b><br>This phrase underscores the comprehensive nature of the skills given by God to Bezalel and Oholiab, the chief artisans of the Tabernacle (<a href="/exodus/31.htm">Exodus 31:1-6</a>). Their mastery over various crafts signifies the holistic approach required in serving God, where every talent and ability is used for His glory. This mastery can be seen as a reflection of the wisdom and creativity of God Himself, who is the ultimate Creator. The phrase also connects to the New Testament teaching in <a href="/1_corinthians/12-4.htm">1 Corinthians 12:4-6</a>, where diverse gifts are given by the same Spirit for the common good, emphasizing unity and purpose in the body of Christ.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/b/bezalel.htm">Bezalel</a></b><br>A skilled craftsman chosen by God to oversee the construction of the Tabernacle. He was filled with the Spirit of God, giving him wisdom, understanding, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/o/oholiab.htm">Oholiab</a></b><br>An assistant to Bezalel, also endowed with skills and abilities to contribute to the artistic work of the Tabernacle.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_tabernacle.htm">The Tabernacle</a></b><br>The portable dwelling place for the presence of God among the Israelites, requiring intricate craftsmanship and artistry.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_israelites.htm">The Israelites</a></b><br>The people of God, who were called to contribute materials and skills for the construction of the Tabernacle.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_wilderness.htm">The Wilderness</a></b><br>The setting where the Israelites were journeying and where the Tabernacle was constructed.<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 individuals with specific skills and talents for His purposes. Just as Bezalel was filled with the Spirit for craftsmanship, believers today are empowered by the Holy Spirit for various ministries.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_value_of_artistic_expression.htm">The Value of Artistic Expression</a></b><br>Artistic skills and craftsmanship are valuable and can be used to glorify God. The construction of the Tabernacle shows that God values beauty and creativity in worship.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/collaboration_in_ministry.htm">Collaboration in Ministry</a></b><br>Bezalel and Oholiab worked together, demonstrating the importance of collaboration in fulfilling God's work. The body of Christ functions best when members work together, each contributing their unique gifts.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/o/obedience_and_willingness.htm">Obedience and Willingness</a></b><br>The Israelites' willingness to contribute their skills and resources for the Tabernacle is a model of obedience and generosity. Believers are called to offer their talents and resources for God's kingdom.<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's role in equipping Bezalel underscores the importance of relying on the Spirit for guidance and empowerment in all areas of life and ministry.<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/why_are_sabbath_rules_stricter_here.htm">(Exodus 35) Why do these Sabbath regulations here seem stricter than in some other parts of the Torah, creating possible inconsistencies in biblical commands?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_love_a_manifestation_of_god.htm">What musical instruments are mentioned in the Old Testament?</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/how_did_moses_build_in_the_desert.htm">Exodus 40:2 - How could Moses effectively assemble such a sophisticated structure in the desert with limited resources?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/exodus/35-33.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">to cut</span><br /><span class="heb">וּבַחֲרֹ֥שֶׁת</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ḇa·ḥă·rō·šeṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2799.htm">Strong's 2799: </a> </span><span class="str2">A carving, skillful working</span><br /><br /><span class="word">gemstones</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶ֛בֶן</span> <span class="translit">(’e·ḇen)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_68.htm">Strong's 68: </a> </span><span class="str2">A stone</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for mounting,</span><br /><span class="heb">לְמַלֹּ֖את</span> <span class="translit">(lə·mal·lōṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct<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">and to carve</span><br /><span class="heb">וּבַחֲרֹ֣שֶׁת</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ḇa·ḥă·rō·šeṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2799.htm">Strong's 2799: </a> </span><span class="str2">A carving, skillful working</span><br /><br /><span class="word">wood</span><br /><span class="heb">עֵ֑ץ</span> <span class="translit">(‘êṣ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6086.htm">Strong's 6086: </a> </span><span class="str2">Tree, trees, wood</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for work</span><br /><span class="heb">לַעֲשׂ֖וֹת</span> <span class="translit">(la·‘ă·śō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6213.htm">Strong's 6213: </a> </span><span class="str2">To do, make</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in every</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּכָל־</span> <span class="translit">(bə·ḵāl)</span><br /><span class="parse">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">artistic craft.</span><br /><span class="heb">מַחֲשָֽׁבֶת׃</span> <span class="translit">(ma·ḥă·šā·ḇeṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4284.htm">Strong's 4284: </a> </span><span class="str2">A contrivance, a texture, machine, intention, plan</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/exodus/35-33.htm">Exodus 35:33 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/exodus/35-33.htm">Exodus 35:33 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/exodus/35-33.htm">Exodus 35:33 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/exodus/35-33.htm">Exodus 35:33 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/exodus/35-33.htm">Exodus 35:33 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/exodus/35-33.htm">Exodus 35:33 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/exodus/35-33.htm">Exodus 35:33 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/exodus/35-33.htm">Exodus 35:33 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/exodus/35-33.htm">Exodus 35:33 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/exodus/35-33.htm">Exodus 35:33 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/exodus/35-33.htm">OT Law: Exodus 35:33 In cutting of stones for setting (Exo. 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