Exodus 35:28
New International Version
They also brought spices and olive oil for the light and for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense.

New Living Translation
They also brought spices and olive oil for the light, the anointing oil, and the fragrant incense.

English Standard Version
and spices and oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense.

Berean Standard Bible
as well as spices and olive oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense.

King James Bible
And spice, and oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense.

New King James Version
and spices and oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense.

New American Standard Bible
and the spice and the oil for the light and for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense.

NASB 1995
and the spice and the oil for the light and for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense.

NASB 1977
and the spice and the oil for the light and for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense.

Legacy Standard Bible
and the spice and the oil for the light and for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense.

Amplified Bible
and spice and [olive] oil for the light and for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense.

Christian Standard Bible
as well as the spice and oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
as well as the spice and oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense.

American Standard Version
and the spice, and the oil; for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense.

Contemporary English Version
They also brought sweet-smelling spices to be mixed with the incense and olive oil that were for the lamps and for ordaining the priests.

English Revised Version
and the spice, and the oil; for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
They also brought the spices and the olive oil for the lamps, the anointing oil, and the sweet-smelling incense.

Good News Translation
and spices and oil for the lamps, for the anointing oil, and for the sweet-smelling incense.

International Standard Version
spices and oil for the light and for the anointing oil and the aromatic incense.

Majority Standard Bible
as well as spices and olive oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense.

NET Bible
and spices and olive oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense.

New Heart English Bible
and the spice, and the oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense.

Webster's Bible Translation
And spice, and oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense.

World English Bible
with the spice and the oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and the spices, and the oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the spice-incense;

Young's Literal Translation
and the spices, and the oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the spice perfume;

Smith's Literal Translation
And spice and oil for the light and for the oil of anointing, and for the incense of aromatics.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And spices and oil for the lights, and for the preparing of ointment, and to make the incense of most sweet savour.

Catholic Public Domain Version
and aromatics and oil, to maintain the lights, and to prepare ointment, and also to produce incense with a most sweet odor.

New American Bible
as well as spices, and oil for the light, anointing oil, and fragrant incense.

New Revised Standard Version
and spices and oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And spices, and oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And fragrances and oil to enlighten and the oil of anointing and incense of sweet spices.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and the spice, and the oil, for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and the compounds both for the anointing oil, and the composition of the incense.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The People Offer Gifts
27The leaders brought onyx stones and gemstones to mount on the ephod and breastpiece, 28 as well as spices and olive oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense. 29So all the men and women of the Israelites whose hearts prompted them brought a freewill offering to the LORD for all the work that the LORD through Moses had commanded them to do.…

Cross References
Exodus 31:3-5
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.

Exodus 25:6
olive oil for the light; spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense;

Exodus 30:23-25
“Take the finest spices: 500 shekels of liquid myrrh, half that amount (250 shekels) of fragrant cinnamon, 250 shekels of fragrant cane, / 500 shekels of cassia—all according to the sanctuary shekel—and a hin of olive oil. / Prepare from these a sacred anointing oil, a fragrant blend, the work of a perfumer; it will be a sacred anointing oil.

Exodus 39:37
the pure gold lampstand with its row of lamps and all its utensils, as well as the oil for the light;

Numbers 7:13-14
His offering was one silver platter weighing a hundred and thirty shekels, and one silver bowl weighing seventy shekels, both according to the sanctuary shekel and filled with fine flour mixed with oil for a grain offering; / one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense;

1 Chronicles 29:2
Now with all my ability I have made provision for the house of my God—gold for the gold articles, silver for the silver, bronze for the bronze, iron for the iron, and wood for the wood, as well as onyx for the settings, turquoise, stones of various colors, all kinds of precious stones, and slabs of marble—all in abundance.

1 Kings 7:14
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.

2 Chronicles 2:7
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.

2 Chronicles 2:14
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.

Proverbs 3:9-10
Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your crops; / then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will overflow with new wine.

Isaiah 60:6
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.

Matthew 2:11
On coming to the house, they saw the Child with His mother Mary, and they fell down and worshiped Him. Then they opened their treasures and presented Him with gifts of gold and frankincense and myrrh.

Matthew 25:14-30
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. ...

Mark 14:3-8
While Jesus was in Bethany reclining at the table in the home of Simon the Leper, a woman came with an alabaster jar of expensive perfume, made of pure nard. She broke open the jar and poured it on Jesus’ head. / Some of those present, however, expressed their indignation to one another: “Why this waste of perfume? / It could have been sold for over three hundred denarii and the money given to the poor.” And they scolded her. ...

Luke 21:1-4
Then Jesus looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury, / and He saw a poor widow put in two small copper coins. / “Truly I tell you,” He said, “this poor widow has put in more than all the others. ...


Treasury of Scripture

And spice, and oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense.

Exodus 35:8
And oil for the light, and spices for anointing oil, and for the sweet incense,

Exodus 30:23-38
Take thou also unto thee principal spices, of pure myrrh five hundred shekels, and of sweet cinnamon half so much, even two hundred and fifty shekels, and of sweet calamus two hundred and fifty shekels, …

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Exodus 35
1. The Sabbath
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20. The readiness of the people to offer
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as well as the spice
The term "spice" in this context refers to aromatic substances used in the preparation of sacred anointing oils and incense. In Hebrew, the word for spice is "besamim," which denotes fragrant materials. Historically, spices were highly valued in ancient cultures for their use in religious rituals, medicine, and trade. The inclusion of spices in the tabernacle's construction underscores the importance of creating a space that is not only visually and structurally beautiful but also pleasing to the senses, symbolizing the holistic nature of worship.

and olive oil
Olive oil, or "shemen" in Hebrew, was a staple in ancient Israelite life, used for cooking, lighting, and religious ceremonies. Its use in the tabernacle for the light and anointing oil signifies purity and consecration. Olive oil's role in the menorah, the lampstand, symbolizes the light of God's presence among His people. The process of producing olive oil, involving the crushing of olives, can also be seen as a metaphor for the trials that produce spiritual maturity and the anointing of the Holy Spirit.

for the light
The light refers to the illumination provided by the menorah in the tabernacle. In a broader theological sense, light is a recurring symbol in Scripture, representing God's presence, guidance, and truth. The menorah's light was to burn continually, signifying the perpetual presence of God with His people. This concept is echoed in the New Testament, where Jesus declares Himself the "light of the world" (John 8:12), drawing a direct line from the tabernacle's light to the revelation of God in Christ.

for the anointing oil
Anointing oil was used to consecrate priests, kings, and sacred objects, setting them apart for God's service. The Hebrew word "mishchah" indicates a special blend of spices and oil, as detailed in Exodus 30:22-25. This oil symbolizes the Holy Spirit's empowerment and sanctification. The act of anointing signifies God's choice and blessing, a practice that continues in various forms within Christian traditions today, representing the believer's dedication to God's purposes.

and for the fragrant incense
Incense, or "qetoreth" in Hebrew, was burned on the altar of incense within the tabernacle, producing a pleasing aroma that symbolized the prayers of the people ascending to God. The specific recipe for this incense was given by God, emphasizing the importance of worship that is both sincere and obedient to His instructions. Incense in the biblical narrative often represents intercession and the sweet fellowship between God and His people, reminding believers of the importance of prayer and communion with God.

(28) Spice.-See Exodus 30:23-24; Exodus 30:34.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
as well as spices
הַבֹּ֖שֶׂם (hab·bō·śem)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1314: Fragrance, spicery, the balsam plant

and olive oil
הַשָּׁ֑מֶן (haš·šā·men)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 8081: Grease, liquid, richness

for the light,
לְמָא֕וֹר (lə·mā·’ō·wr)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3974: A luminous body, luminary, light, brightness, cheerfulness, a chandelier

for the anointing
הַמִּשְׁחָ֔ה (ham·miš·ḥāh)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 4888: Unction, a consecratory gift

oil,
וּלְשֶׁ֙מֶן֙ (ū·lə·še·men)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 8081: Grease, liquid, richness

and for the fragrant
הַסַּמִּֽים׃ (has·sam·mîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 5561: Spice (used in incense)

incense.
וְלִקְטֹ֖רֶת (wə·liq·ṭō·reṯ)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 7004: Smoke, odor of (burning) sacrifice, incense


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