Exodus 35:32
New International Version
to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver and bronze,

New Living Translation
He is a master craftsman, expert in working with gold, silver, and bronze.

English Standard Version
to devise artistic designs, to work in gold and silver and bronze,

Berean Standard Bible
to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze,

King James Bible
And to devise curious works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass,

New King James Version
to design artistic works, to work in gold and silver and bronze,

New American Standard Bible
to create designs for working in gold, in silver, and in bronze,

NASB 1995
to make designs for working in gold and in silver and in bronze,

NASB 1977
to make designs for working in gold and in silver and in bronze,

Legacy Standard Bible
to devise designs for working in gold and in silver and in bronze,

Amplified Bible
to devise artistic designs to work in gold, silver, and bronze,

Christian Standard Bible
to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze,

American Standard Version
and to devise skilful works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass,

English Revised Version
and to devise cunning works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
He's a master artist familiar with gold, silver, and bronze.

Good News Translation
for planning skillful designs and working them in gold, silver, and bronze;

International Standard Version
to make artistic designs, to work in gold, silver, and bronze,

Majority Standard Bible
to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze,

NET Bible
to design artistic designs, to work in gold, in silver, and in bronze,

New Heart English Bible
and to make skillful works, to work in gold, in silver, in bronze,

Webster's Bible Translation
And to devise curious works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass,

World English Bible
and to make skillful works, to work in gold, in silver, in bronze,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
even to devise inventions to work in gold, and in silver, and in bronze,

Young's Literal Translation
even to devise devices to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass,

Smith's Literal Translation
And to invent works of skill, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
To devise and to work in gold and silver and brass,

Catholic Public Domain Version
to design and to fashion, with gold and silver and brass,

New American Bible
in the production of embroidery, in making things of gold, silver, or bronze,

New Revised Standard Version
to devise artistic designs, to work in gold, silver, and bronze,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
To devise artistic works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
To conceive ideas to make in gold and in silver and in brass
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And to devise skilful works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass,

Brenton Septuagint Translation
to labour skillfully in all works of cunning workmanship, to form the gold and the silver and the brass,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Bezalel and Oholiab
31And He has filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship, 32to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze, 33to cut gemstones for settings, and to carve wood, so that he may be a master of every artistic craft.…

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.

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 2:13-14
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.

Isaiah 28:26
For his God instructs and teaches him properly.

Isaiah 40:13-14
Who has directed the Spirit of the LORD, or informed Him as His counselor? / Whom did He consult to enlighten Him, and who taught Him the paths of justice? Who imparted knowledge to Him and showed Him the way of understanding?

Proverbs 2:6
For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.

Proverbs 3:19-20
The LORD founded the earth by wisdom and established the heavens by understanding. / By His knowledge the watery depths were broken open, and the clouds dripped with dew.

Job 32:8
But there is a spirit in a man, the breath of the Almighty, that gives him understanding.

Daniel 1:17
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.

Genesis 41:38-39
So Pharaoh asked them, “Can we find anyone like this man, in whom the Spirit of God abides?” / Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one as discerning and wise as you.

1 Corinthians 12:4-11
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. ...

Ephesians 2:10
For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance as our way of life.

Ephesians 4:11-12
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,

Colossians 1:9
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,

Colossians 3:16
Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.


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Exodus 35
1. The Sabbath
4. The free gifts for the tabernacle
20. The readiness of the people to offer
30. Bezaleel and Aholiab are called to the work














to design
The Hebrew root for "to design" is "ḥāšab," which means to think, plan, or devise. This word implies a thoughtful and intentional process, suggesting that the work of art is not merely a product of chance but of careful planning and creativity. In the context of the tabernacle, this highlights the importance of intentionality in worship and service to God. It reminds us that our offerings to God should be thoughtfully prepared and executed with excellence.

artistic works
The phrase "artistic works" comes from the Hebrew "ma'ăśeh ḥašab," which refers to skilled craftsmanship or artistic creation. This indicates that the work required not only technical skill but also creativity and aesthetic sensibility. In the construction of the tabernacle, these artistic works were not just functional but also beautiful, reflecting the glory and majesty of God. This serves as a reminder that beauty and artistry have a place in worship and can be expressions of divine creativity.

in gold, silver, and bronze
The use of "gold, silver, and bronze" signifies the value and importance of the materials used in the tabernacle. Gold, often associated with divinity and kingship, represents purity and holiness. Silver, a symbol of redemption, was used in the tabernacle's foundation, pointing to the redemptive work of God. Bronze, known for its strength and durability, was used for the altar and other items, symbolizing judgment and endurance. The use of these materials underscores the sacredness of the tabernacle and the reverence due to God. It also reflects the idea that our offerings to God should be of the highest quality, representing our best efforts and resources.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
to make
וְלַחְשֹׁ֖ב (wə·laḥ·šōḇ)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 2803: To think, account

artistic designs
מַֽחַשָׁבֹ֑ת (ma·ḥa·šā·ḇōṯ)
Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 4284: A contrivance, a texture, machine, intention, plan

for working
לַעֲשֹׂ֛ת (la·‘ă·śōṯ)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 6213: To do, make

in gold
בַּזָּהָ֥ב (baz·zā·hāḇ)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2091: Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky

and silver
וּבַכֶּ֖סֶף (ū·ḇak·ke·sep̄)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3701: Silver, money

and bronze,
וּבַנְּחֹֽשֶׁת׃ (ū·ḇan·nə·ḥō·šeṯ)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 5178: Copper, something made of that metal, coin, a fetter, base


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