Exodus 35:35
New International Version
He has filled them with skill to do all kinds of work as engravers, designers, embroiderers in blue, purple and scarlet yarn and fine linen, and weavers—all of them skilled workers and designers.

New Living Translation
The LORD has given them special skills as engravers, designers, embroiderers in blue, purple, and scarlet thread on fine linen cloth, and weavers. They excel as craftsmen and as designers.

English Standard Version
He has filled them with skill to do every sort of work done by an engraver or by a designer or by an embroiderer in blue and purple and scarlet yarns and fine twined linen, or by a weaver—by any sort of workman or skilled designer.

Berean Standard Bible
He has filled them with skill to do all kinds of work as engravers, designers, embroiderers in blue, purple, and scarlet yarn and fine linen, and as weavers—as artistic designers of every kind of craft.

King James Bible
Them hath he filled with wisdom of heart, to work all manner of work, of the engraver, and of the cunning workman, and of the embroiderer, in blue, and in purple, in scarlet, and in fine linen, and of the weaver, even of them that do any work, and of those that devise cunning work.

New King James Version
He has filled them with skill to do all manner of work of the engraver and the designer and the tapestry maker, in blue, purple, and scarlet thread, and fine linen, and of the weaver—those who do every work and those who design artistic works.

New American Standard Bible
He has filled them with skill to perform every work of an engraver, of a designer, and of an embroiderer, in violet, purple, and in scarlet material, and in fine linen, and of a weaver, as performers of every work and makers of designs.

NASB 1995
“He has filled them with skill to perform every work of an engraver and of a designer and of an embroiderer, in blue and in purple and in scarlet material, and in fine linen, and of a weaver, as performers of every work and makers of designs.

NASB 1977
“He has filled them with skill to perform every work of an engraver and of a designer and of an embroiderer, in blue and in purple and in scarlet material, and in fine linen, and of a weaver, as performers of every work and makers of designs.

Legacy Standard Bible
He has filled them with wisdom in their heart to do every work of an engraver and of a designer and of an embroiderer, in blue and in purple and in scarlet material and in fine linen, and of a weaver, as those who do every work and make designs.

Amplified Bible
He has filled them with skill to do the work of an engraver, of a designer, and of an embroiderer, in blue, purple, and scarlet fabric, and in fine linen, and of a weaver; makers of every work and embroiderers of [excellent] designs.

Christian Standard Bible
He has filled them with skill to do all the work of a gem cutter; a designer; an embroiderer in blue, purple, and scarlet yarn and fine linen; and a weaver. They can do every kind of craft and design artistic designs.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
He has filled them with skill to do all the work of a gem cutter; a designer; an embroiderer in blue, purple, and scarlet yarn and fine linen; and a weaver. They can do every kind of craft and design artistic designs.

American Standard Version
Them hath he filled with wisdom of heart, to work all manner of workmanship, of the engraver, and of the skilful workman, and of the embroiderer, in blue, and in purple, in scarlet, and in fine linen, and of the weaver, even of them that do any workmanship, and of those that devise skilful works.

Contemporary English Version
And he has given them all kinds of artistic skills, including the ability to design and embroider with blue, purple, and red wool and to weave fine linen.

English Revised Version
Them hath he filled with wisdom of heart, to work all manner of workmanship, of the engraver, and of the cunning workman, and of the embroiderer, in blue, and in purple, in scarlet, and in fine linen, and of the weaver, even of them that do any workmanship, and of those that devise cunning works.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The LORD has made these men highly skilled in all trades. They can do the work of jewelers, carpenters, and designers. They know how to embroider violet, purple and bright red yarn on fine linen. They know how to weave yarn on a loom. They can do all kinds of trades. They are master artists."

Good News Translation
He has given them skill in all kinds of work done by engravers, designers, and weavers of fine linen; blue, purple, and red wool; and other cloth. They are able to do all kinds of work and are skillful designers.

International Standard Version
He has equipped them to do all kinds of work done by an engraver, designer, embroider in blue, purple and scarlet material and in fine linen, or as a weaver. They were able to do all kinds of work and were skilled designers.

Majority Standard Bible
He has filled them with skill to do all kinds of work as engravers, designers, embroiderers in blue, purple, and scarlet yarn and fine linen, and as weavers?as artistic designers of every kind of craft.

NET Bible
He has filled them with skill to do all kinds of work as craftsmen, as designers, as embroiderers in blue, purple, and scarlet yarn and in fine linen, and as weavers. They are craftsmen in all the work and artistic designers.

New Heart English Bible
He has filled them with wisdom of heart, to work all manner of workmanship, of the engraver, of the skillful workman, and of the embroiderer, in blue, in purple, in scarlet, and in fine linen, and of the weaver, even of those who do any workmanship, and of those who make skillful works.

Webster's Bible Translation
Them hath he filled with wisdom of heart, to work all manner of work, of the engraver, and of the skillful workmen, and of the embroiderer, in blue, and in purple, in scarlet, and in fine linen, and of the weaver, even of them that do any work, and of those that devise curious work.

World English Bible
He has filled them with wisdom of heart to work all kinds of workmanship, of the engraver, of the skillful workman, and of the embroiderer, in blue, in purple, in scarlet, and in fine linen, and of the weaver, even of those who do any workmanship, and of those who make skillful works.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
He has filled them with wisdom of heart to do every work, of engraver, and designer, and embroiderer (in blue, and in purple, in scarlet, and in linen), and weaver, who does any work, and of designers of designs.”

Young's Literal Translation
He hath filled them with wisdom of heart to do every work, of engraver, and designer, and embroiderer (in blue, and in purple, in scarlet, and in linen), and weaver, who do any work, and of designers of designs.

Smith's Literal Translation
He filled them with wisdom of heart, to do all the work of engraving, of inventing, and variegating in cerulean purple, and in red purple, and in double scarlet, and in byssus, and of weaving, and of those doing all work, and of those devising works of skill.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Both of them hath he instructed with wisdom, to do carpenters' work and tapestry, and embroidery in blue and purple, and scarlet twice dyed, and fine linen, and to weave all things, and to invent all new things.

Catholic Public Domain Version
He has taught both of them wisdom, in order to do the work of carpentry, tapestry, and embroidery, from hyacinth, and purple, and twice-dyed scarlet, and fine linen, and every textile, and to discover whatever may be new.”

New American Bible
He has endowed them with skill to execute all types of work: engraving, embroidering, the making of variegated cloth of violet, purple, and scarlet yarn and fine linen thread, weaving, and all other arts and crafts.

New Revised Standard Version
He has filled them with skill to do every kind of work done by an artisan or by a designer or by an embroiderer in blue, purple, and crimson yarns, and in fine linen, or by a weaver—by any sort of artisan or skilled designer.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Both of them he has filled with wisdom and inspiration to do all manner of work of the carpenter and of the workman of art and of the embroiderer in blue, and in purple, in fine linen, and in scarlet material, and in weaving, and of those who do any kind of work, and of those who devise skillful work.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Wisdom of Heart filled them to do every work: a carpenter, and a craftsman, and an embroiderer in blue fringes and in purple and in fine white linen and in dye of scarlet and in weaving, workers of every work and planners of ideas.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Them hath He filled with wisdom of heart, to work all manner of workmanship, of the craftsman, and of the skilful workman, and of the weaver in colours, in blue, and in purple, in scarlet, and in fine linen, and of the weaver, even of them that do any workmanship, and of those that devise skilful works.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And God filled them with wisdom, understanding and perception, to understand to work all the works of the sanctuary, and to weave the woven and embroidered work with scarlet and fine linen, to do all work of curious workmanship and embroidery.

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Context
Bezalel and Oholiab
34And the LORD has given both him and Oholiab son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, the ability to teach others. 35He has filled them with skill to do all kinds of work as engravers, designers, embroiderers in blue, purple, and scarlet yarn and fine linen, and as weavers— as artistic designers of every kind of 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 11:2
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.

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. ...

1 Corinthians 1:5
For in Him you have been enriched in every way, in all speech and all knowledge,

Ephesians 1:17
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.

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,

James 1:5
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.


Treasury of Scripture

Them has he filled with wisdom of heart, to work all manner of work, of the engraver, and of the cunning workman, and of the embroiderer, in blue, and in purple, in scarlet, and in fine linen, and of the weaver, even of them that do any work, and of those that devise cunning work.

he filled

Exodus 35:31
And he hath filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship;

Exodus 31:3,6
And I have filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, and in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship, …

1 Kings 3:12
Behold, I have done according to thy words: lo, I have given thee a wise and an understanding heart; so that there was none like thee before thee, neither after thee shall any arise like unto thee.

the cunning

Exodus 26:1
Moreover thou shalt make the tabernacle with ten curtains of fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet: with cherubims of cunning work shalt thou make them.

Acts 19:6,8
And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Ghost came on them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied…

1 Corinthians 1:5,7
That in every thing ye are enriched by him, in all utterance, and in all knowledge; …

of the weaver

Job 7:6
My days are swifter than a weaver's shuttle, and are spent without hope.

Isaiah 38:12
Mine age is departed, and is removed from me as a shepherd's tent: I have cut off like a weaver my life: he will cut me off with pining sickness: from day even to night wilt thou make an end of me.

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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














He has filled them with skill
The phrase "He has filled them with skill" emphasizes the divine origin of the abilities bestowed upon the artisans. The Hebrew word for "filled" is "מִלֵּא" (mille), which conveys the idea of being completely equipped or endowed. This suggests that the skills are not merely human talents but are divinely inspired gifts. In a conservative Christian perspective, this highlights the belief that God equips His people for specific tasks, ensuring that His purposes are fulfilled through their work.

to perform every work
The phrase "to perform every work" indicates the comprehensive nature of the tasks assigned to the artisans. The Hebrew word for "work" is "מְלָאכָה" (melakah), which can refer to craftsmanship or labor. This underscores the idea that God’s calling encompasses all aspects of life and work, and that every task, no matter how mundane it may seem, can be an act of worship when done for His glory.

of an engraver, a designer, an embroiderer
These roles—engraver, designer, embroiderer—highlight the diversity of skills required for the construction of the Tabernacle. Each role is distinct yet interconnected, reflecting the body of Christ where different gifts and talents work together for a common purpose. The Hebrew terms used here suggest precision and creativity, indicating that God values both the technical and artistic aspects of work.

in blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and fine linen
The materials mentioned—blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and fine linen—were considered luxurious and were often associated with royalty and priesthood in ancient times. The use of these materials in the Tabernacle signifies the sacredness and the heavenly nature of the dwelling place of God. Historically, these colors were difficult to produce, requiring significant resources and skill, which further emphasizes the importance and sanctity of the work being done.

and a weaver
The role of a weaver is crucial in creating the fabric for the Tabernacle. Weaving is a meticulous process that requires patience and precision, symbolizing the intricate and deliberate nature of God’s plan. The Hebrew word "אָרֵג" (oreg) for weaver suggests a craftsman who brings together different threads to create a unified whole, much like how God weaves together the lives of His people for His divine purpose.

as artistic designers of every kind of craft
This phrase encapsulates the creativity and innovation involved in the construction of the Tabernacle. The Hebrew word for "artistic designers" is "חָשַׁב" (chashav), which implies thoughtfulness and intention. It reflects the idea that God is the ultimate designer, and He imparts a portion of His creative nature to humanity. The phrase "every kind of craft" suggests that there is no limit to the ways in which God can use our talents for His glory, encouraging believers to pursue excellence in all their endeavors.

Verse 35. - Them hath he filled with wisdom of heart - i.e., "with talent or genius." Of the engraver. Rather, "of the artificer," a general term, under which working in metal, Gem-engraving, and wood-carving are included. And of the cunning workman. Rather, "and of the skilful weaver." This clause seems to apply to Aholiab (Exodus 38:23), the preceding one to Bezaleel. And of the embroiderer. This also applies to Aholiab (1.s.c.). And of the weaver - i.e., "the ordinary, weaver," who wove a cloth all of one colour. The "skilful weaver" produced a patterned fabric. (See Exodus 26:1.) The methods of working here spoken of are, all of them, such as were well known in Egypt at the time, and which, consequently, it would have been quite natural for some of the Israelites to have learnt. We are not to suppose that God supernaturally communicated to Bezaleel and Aholiab the technical knowledge required in their occupations, but only that he gave them genius and artistic skill, so that both their designs, and their execution of them, were of unusual excellence.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
He has filled
מִלֵּ֨א (mil·lê)
Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 4390: To fill, be full of

them with skill
חָכְמַת־ (ḥā·ḵə·maṯ-)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 2451: Wisdom

to do
לַעֲשׂוֹת֮ (la·‘ă·śō·wṯ)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 6213: To do, make

all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

kinds of work
מְלֶ֣אכֶת (mə·le·ḵeṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 4399: Deputyship, ministry, employment, work, property

as engravers,
חָרָ֣שׁ ׀ (ḥā·rāš)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2796: A fabricator, any material

designers,
וְחֹשֵׁב֒ (wə·ḥō·šêḇ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 2803: To think, account

embroiderers
וְרֹקֵ֞ם (wə·rō·qêm)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 7551: To variegate color, embroider, to fabricate

in blue,
בַּתְּכֵ֣לֶת (bat·tə·ḵê·leṯ)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 8504: The cerulean mussel, the color, obtained therefrom, stuff dyed therewith

purple,
וּבָֽאַרְגָּמָ֗ן (ū·ḇā·’ar·gā·mān)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 713: Purple, red-purple

and scarlet yarn
בְּתוֹלַ֧עַת (bə·ṯō·w·la·‘aṯ)
Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 8438: The crimson-grub, of the color, from it, cloths dyed therewith

and fine linen,
וּבַשֵּׁ֖שׁ (ū·ḇaš·šêš)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 8336: Bleached stuff, white linen, marble

and as weavers—
וְאֹרֵ֑ג (wə·’ō·rêḡ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 707: To plait, weave

as artistic designers
עֹשֵׂי֙ (‘ō·śê)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct
Strong's 6213: To do, make

of every kind
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

of craft.
מְלָאכָ֔ה (mə·lā·ḵāh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 4399: Deputyship, ministry, employment, work, property


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