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href="/bsb/exodus/36.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/36.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />because what they already had was more than enough to do all the work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/exodus/36.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Their contributions were more than enough to complete the whole project.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/exodus/36.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />for the material they had was sufficient to do all the work, and more.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/exodus/36.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />since what they already had was more than enough to perform all the work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/exodus/36.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />For the stuff they had was sufficient for all the work to make it, and too much.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/exodus/36.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />for the material they had was sufficient for all the work to be done—indeed too much.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/exodus/36.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />For the material they had was sufficient and more than enough for all the work, to perform it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/exodus/36.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />For the material they had was sufficient and more than enough for all the work, to perform it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/exodus/36.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />For the material they had was sufficient and more than enough for all the work, to perform it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/exodus/36.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Indeed, the material they had was sufficient and more than enough for all the work, to do it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/exodus/36.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />for the material they had was sufficient and more than enough to do all the work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/exodus/36.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The materials were sufficient for them to do all the work. There was more than enough.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/exodus/36.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The materials were sufficient for them to do all the work. There was more than enough. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/exodus/36.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />For the stuff they had was sufficient for all the work to make it, and too much.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/exodus/36.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />But there was already more than enough to do what needed to be done. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/exodus/36.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />For the stuff they had was sufficient for all the work to make it, and too much.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/exodus/36.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The material they had was more than enough to do the job.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/exodus/36.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />What had already been brought was more than enough to finish all the work. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/exodus/36.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />since the material was more than sufficient for doing all the work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/exodus/36.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />since what they already had was more than enough to perform all the work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/exodus/36.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Now the materials were more than enough for them to do all the work. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/exodus/36.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />For the stuff they had was sufficient for all the work to make it, and too much.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/exodus/36.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />For the stuff they had was sufficient for all the work to make it, and too much.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/exodus/36.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />For the stuff they had was sufficient to do all the work, and too much. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/exodus/36.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and the work has been sufficient for them, for all the work, to do it, and to leave.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/exodus/36.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and the work hath been sufficient for them, for all the work, to do it, and to leave.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/exodus/36.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And the work was enough for all the work to do it, and more than enough.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/exodus/36.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Because the things that were offered did suffice, and were too much. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/exodus/36.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />because what was offered was sufficient and was more than an abundance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/exodus/36.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />there was already enough at hand, and more than enough, to complete the work to be done. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/exodus/36.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />for what they had already brought was more than enough to do all the work.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/exodus/36.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />For the stuff they had was sufficient for all the things they had to make, and some was left over.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/exodus/36.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And the service was enough to make all the work, and there was a surplus.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/exodus/36.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />For the stuff they had was sufficient for all the work to make it, and too much.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/exodus/36.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And they had materials sufficient for making the furniture, and they left some besides.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/exodus/36-7.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=9510" 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/36.htm">The Tabernacle Underwritten</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">6</span>After Moses had given an order, they sent a proclamation throughout the camp: “No man or woman should make anything else as an offering for the sanctuary.” So the people were restrained from bringing more, <span class="reftext">7</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1961.htm" title="1961: hā·yə·ṯāh (V-Qal-Perf-3fs) -- To fall out, come to pass, become, be. A primitive root; to exist, i.e. Be or become, come to pass.">since what they already had</a> <a href="/hebrew/3498.htm" title="3498: wə·hō·w·ṯêr (Conj-w:: V-Hifil-InfAbs) -- A primitive root; to jut over or exceed; by implication, to excel; to remain or be left; causatively, to leave, cause to abound, preserve.">was more</a> <a href="/hebrew/1767.htm" title="1767: ḏay·yām (N-msc:: 3mp) -- Sufficiency, enough. Of uncertain derivation; enough, used chiefly with preposition in phrases.">than enough</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.">to perform</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: ’ō·ṯāh (DirObjM:: 3fs) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self."></a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: lə·ḵāl (Prep-l:: N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">all</a> <a href="/hebrew/4399.htm" title="4399: ham·mə·lā·ḵāh (Art:: N-fs) -- From the same as mal'ak; properly, deputyship, i.e. Ministry; generally, employment or work; also property."></a> <a href="/hebrew/4399.htm" title="4399: wə·ham·mə·lā·ḵāh (Conj-w, Art:: N-fs) -- From the same as mal'ak; properly, deputyship, i.e. Ministry; generally, employment or work; also property.">the work.</a> </span><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="/2_corinthians/8-12.htm">2 Corinthians 8:12-15</a></span><br />For if the eagerness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what he does not have. / It is not our intention that others may be relieved while you are burdened, but that there may be equality. / At the present time, your surplus will meet their need, so that in turn their surplus will meet your need. This way there will be equality. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/9-6.htm">2 Corinthians 9:6-8</a></span><br />Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. / Each one should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not out of regret or compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver. / And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things, at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/29-3.htm">1 Chronicles 29:3-9</a></span><br />Moreover, because of my delight in the house of my God, I now give for it my personal treasures of gold and silver, over and above all that I have provided for this holy temple: / three thousand talents of gold (the gold of Ophir) and seven thousand talents of refined silver, to overlay the walls of the buildings, / for the gold work and the silver work, and for all the work to be done by the craftsmen. Now who is willing to consecrate himself to the LORD today?” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/29-14.htm">1 Chronicles 29:14-16</a></span><br />But who am I, and who are my people, that we should be able to give as generously as this? For everything comes from You, and from Your own hand we have given to You. / For we are foreigners and strangers in Your presence, as were all our forefathers. Our days on earth are like a shadow, without hope. / O LORD our God, from Your hand comes all this abundance that we have provided to build You a house for Your holy Name, and all of it belongs to You.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/8-2.htm">2 Corinthians 8:2-5</a></span><br />In the terrible ordeal they suffered, their abundant joy and deep poverty overflowed into rich generosity. / For I testify that they gave according to their ability and even beyond it. Of their own accord, / they earnestly pleaded with us for the privilege of sharing in this service to the saints. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/9-11.htm">2 Corinthians 9:11-12</a></span><br />You will be enriched in every way to be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will produce thanksgiving to God. / For this ministry of service is not only supplying the needs of the saints but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanksgiving to God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/8-64.htm">1 Kings 8:64</a></span><br />On that same day the king consecrated the middle of the courtyard in front of the house of the LORD, and there he offered the burnt offerings, the grain offerings, and the fat of the peace offerings, since the bronze altar before the LORD was too small to contain all these offerings.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/7-51.htm">1 Kings 7:51</a></span><br />So all the work that King Solomon had performed for the house of the LORD was completed. Then Solomon brought in the items his father David had dedicated—the silver, the gold, and the furnishings—and he placed them in the treasuries of the house of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/31-10.htm">2 Chronicles 31:10</a></span><br />and Azariah, the chief priest of the household of Zadok, answered him, “Since the people began to bring their contributions into the house of the LORD, we have had enough to eat, and there is plenty left over, because the LORD has blessed His people; this great abundance is what is left over.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/24-10.htm">2 Chronicles 24:10-14</a></span><br />All the officers and all the people rejoiced and brought their contributions, and they dropped them in the chest until it was full. / Whenever the chest was brought by the Levites to the king’s overseers and they saw that there was a large amount of money, the royal scribe and the officer of the high priest would come and empty the chest and carry it back to its place. They did this daily and gathered the money in abundance. / Then the king and Jehoiada would give the money to those who supervised the labor on the house of the LORD to hire stonecutters and carpenters to restore the house of the LORD, as well as workers in iron and bronze to repair the house of the LORD. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/29-31.htm">2 Chronicles 29:31-36</a></span><br />Then Hezekiah said, “Now that you have consecrated yourselves to the LORD, come near and bring sacrifices and thank offerings to the house of the LORD.” So the assembly brought sacrifices and thank offerings, and all whose hearts were willing brought burnt offerings. / The number of burnt offerings the assembly brought was seventy bulls, a hundred rams, and two hundred lambs; all these were for a burnt offering to the LORD. / And the consecrated offerings were six hundred bulls and three thousand sheep. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/31-5.htm">2 Chronicles 31:5-6</a></span><br />As soon as the order went out, the Israelites generously provided the firstfruits of the grain, new wine, oil, and honey, and of all the produce of the field, and they brought in an abundance—a tithe of everything. / And the Israelites and Judahites who lived in the cities of Judah also brought a tithe of their herds and flocks and a tithe of the holy things consecrated to the LORD their God, and they laid them in large heaps.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/31-21.htm">2 Chronicles 31:21</a></span><br />He acted with all his heart in every work that he began in the service of the house of God, and in the law and the commandments, in order to seek his God. And so he prospered.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezra/2-68.htm">Ezra 2:68-69</a></span><br />When they arrived at the house of the LORD in Jerusalem, some of the heads of the families gave freewill offerings to rebuild the house of God on its original site. / According to their ability, they gave to the treasury for this work 61,000 darics of gold, 5,000 minas of silver, and 100 priestly garments.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/7-70.htm">Nehemiah 7:70-72</a></span><br />Some of the heads of the families contributed to the project. The governor gave to the treasury 1,000 darics of gold, 50 bowls, and 530 priestly garments. / And some of the heads of the families gave to the treasury for the project 20,000 darics of gold and 2,200 minas of silver. / The rest of the people gave a total of 20,000 darics of gold, 2,000 minas of silver, and 67 priestly garments.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">For the stuff they had was sufficient for all the work to make it, and too much.</p><p class="hdg">and too much</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_chronicles/31-10.htm">2 Chronicles 31:10</a></b></br> And Azariah the chief priest of the house of Zadok answered him, and said, Since <i>the people</i> began to bring the offerings into the house of the LORD, we have had enough to eat, and have left plenty: for the LORD hath blessed his people; and that which is left <i>is</i> this great store.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/exodus/30-13.htm">Already</a> <a href="/exodus/36-5.htm">Enough</a> <a href="/exodus/33-1.htm">Leave</a> <a href="/exodus/35-29.htm">Material</a> <a href="/exodus/36-5.htm">Perform</a> <a href="/exodus/35-25.htm">Stuff</a> <a href="/exodus/36-5.htm">Sufficient</a> <a href="/exodus/36-6.htm">Work</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/leviticus/13-11.htm">Already</a> <a href="/leviticus/5-7.htm">Enough</a> <a href="/leviticus/7-15.htm">Leave</a> <a href="/exodus/36-8.htm">Material</a> <a href="/leviticus/18-4.htm">Perform</a> <a href="/exodus/36-35.htm">Stuff</a> <a href="/leviticus/12-8.htm">Sufficient</a> <a href="/exodus/36-8.htm">Work</a><div class="vheading2">Exodus 36</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/36-1.htm">The offerings are delivered to the workmen</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/36-4.htm">The generosity of the people is restrained</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/36-8.htm">The curtains with cherubim</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/36-14.htm">The curtains of goats' hair</a></span><br><span class="reftext">19. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/36-19.htm">The covering of skins</a></span><br><span class="reftext">20. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/36-20.htm">The boards with their sockets</a></span><br><span class="reftext">31. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/36-31.htm">The bars</a></span><br><span class="reftext">35. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/36-35.htm">The veil</a></span><br><span class="reftext">37. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/36-37.htm">The hanging for the door</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/36.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/36.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>since what they already had</b><br>This phrase highlights the abundance of resources that the Israelites had gathered for the construction of the Tabernacle. The Israelites, who had recently been freed from slavery in Egypt, contributed materials such as gold, silver, and fine fabrics. This abundance can be seen as a reflection of God's provision and the willingness of the people to give generously. The materials were likely acquired from the Egyptians during the Exodus, as described in <a href="/exodus/12-35.htm">Exodus 12:35-36</a>, where the Israelites were given gold, silver, and clothing by the Egyptians.<p><b>was more than enough</b><br>The phrase indicates that the contributions exceeded the needs for the Tabernacle's construction. This abundance is significant because it demonstrates the Israelites' commitment and generosity towards God's dwelling place among them. It also reflects a principle of God's provision, where He often provides more than what is necessary, as seen in the feeding of the 5,000 in the New Testament (<a href="/john/6-12.htm">John 6:12-13</a>), where there were leftovers after everyone was fed.<p><b>to perform all the work</b><br>This refers to the construction of the Tabernacle, a central place of worship for the Israelites during their journey through the wilderness. The work involved skilled craftsmanship and detailed artistry, as described in earlier chapters of Exodus. The Tabernacle was a portable sanctuary that symbolized God's presence with His people. The completion of the work with more than enough resources underscores the importance of the Tabernacle in the Israelites' spiritual life and foreshadows the coming of Jesus Christ, who is described as the true Tabernacle in <a href="/john/1-14.htm">John 1:14</a>, where "the Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us."<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/m/moses.htm">Moses</a></b><br>The leader of the Israelites, who was given the task of overseeing the construction of the Tabernacle as instructed by God.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/b/bezalel_and_oholiab.htm">Bezalel and Oholiab</a></b><br>Skilled craftsmen appointed by God to lead the construction of the Tabernacle and its furnishings.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_israelites.htm">The Israelites</a></b><br>The people of God who contributed materials and resources for the construction of the Tabernacle.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_tabernacle.htm">The Tabernacle</a></b><br>The portable sanctuary that served as the dwelling place of God among the Israelites during their journey through the wilderness.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/w/wilderness_of_sinai.htm">Wilderness of Sinai</a></b><br>The location where the Israelites camped and where the Tabernacle was constructed.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_provision_is_abundant.htm">God's Provision is Abundant</a></b><br>God provides more than enough for His work. Just as the Israelites had more than enough materials for the Tabernacle, we can trust that God will supply all we need to fulfill His purposes.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_joy_of_generous_giving.htm">The Joy of Generous Giving</a></b><br>The Israelites gave willingly and generously, resulting in an abundance. Our giving should be joyful and generous, trusting that God will use it for His glory.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/stewardship_of_resources.htm">Stewardship of Resources</a></b><br>The careful management of the resources given for the Tabernacle teaches us the importance of being good stewards of what God has entrusted to us.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/unity_in_purpose.htm">Unity in Purpose</a></b><br>The collective effort of the Israelites in contributing to the Tabernacle highlights the power of unity in achieving God's work. We are called to work together in unity for the Kingdom.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faith_in_god's_promises.htm">Faith in God's Promises</a></b><br>The fulfillment of God's promise to provide for the Tabernacle encourages us to have faith in His promises for our lives and ministries.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_exodus_36.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Exodus 36</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_are_moses_and_jesus_similar.htm">What similarities exist between Moses and Jesus?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/could_exodus_36_6-7's_surplus_happen.htm">In Exodus 36:6-7, would a vast surplus of materials realistically occur under harsh desert conditions?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_did_nomads_craft_gold_cherubim.htm">Exodus 37:1-9: How could ancient desert nomads craft such detailed cherubim from pure gold with the tools and resources supposedly available?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_free_will_justify_evil.htm">Will you heed the warnings and remain faithful?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/exodus/36-7.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">since what they already had</span><br /><span class="heb">הָיְתָ֥ה</span> <span class="translit">(hā·yə·ṯāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1961.htm">Strong's 1961: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fall out, come to pass, become, be</span><br /><br /><span class="word">was more</span><br /><span class="heb">וְהוֹתֵֽר׃</span> <span class="translit">(wə·hō·w·ṯêr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive absolute<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3498.htm">Strong's 3498: </a> </span><span class="str2">To jut over, exceed, to excel, to remain, be left, to leave, cause to abound, preserve</span><br /><br /><span class="word">than enough</span><br /><span class="heb">דַיָּ֛ם</span> <span class="translit">(ḏay·yām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1767.htm">Strong's 1767: </a> </span><span class="str2">Sufficiency, enough</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to perform</span><br /><span class="heb">לַעֲשׂ֣וֹת</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">all</span><br /><span class="heb">לְכָל־</span> <span class="translit">(lə·ḵāl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | 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">the work.</span><br /><span class="heb">וְהַמְּלָאכָ֗ה</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ham·mə·lā·ḵāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw, Article | 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/36-7.htm">Exodus 36:7 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/exodus/36-7.htm">Exodus 36:7 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/exodus/36-7.htm">Exodus 36:7 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/exodus/36-7.htm">Exodus 36:7 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/exodus/36-7.htm">Exodus 36:7 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/exodus/36-7.htm">Exodus 36:7 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/exodus/36-7.htm">Exodus 36:7 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/exodus/36-7.htm">Exodus 36:7 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/exodus/36-7.htm">Exodus 36:7 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/exodus/36-7.htm">Exodus 36:7 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/exodus/36-7.htm">OT Law: Exodus 36:7 For the stuff they had was sufficient (Exo. 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