Exodus 30:25
New International Version
Make these into a sacred anointing oil, a fragrant blend, the work of a perfumer. It will be the sacred anointing oil.

New Living Translation
Like a skilled incense maker, blend these ingredients to make a holy anointing oil.

English Standard Version
And you shall make of these a sacred anointing oil blended as by the perfumer; it shall be a holy anointing oil.

Berean Standard Bible
Prepare from these a sacred anointing oil, a fragrant blend, the work of a perfumer; it will be a sacred anointing oil.

King James Bible
And thou shalt make it an oil of holy ointment, an ointment compound after the art of the apothecary: it shall be an holy anointing oil.

New King James Version
And you shall make from these a holy anointing oil, an ointment compounded according to the art of the perfumer. It shall be a holy anointing oil.

New American Standard Bible
You shall make from these a holy anointing oil, a fragrant mixture of ointments, the work of a perfumer; it shall be a holy anointing oil.

NASB 1995
“You shall make of these a holy anointing oil, a perfume mixture, the work of a perfumer; it shall be a holy anointing oil.

NASB 1977
“And you shall make of these a holy anointing oil, a perfume mixture, the work of a perfumer; it shall be a holy anointing oil.

Legacy Standard Bible
And You shall make of these a holy anointing oil, a perfume mixture, the work of a perfumer; it shall be a holy anointing oil.

Amplified Bible
You shall make of these a holy anointing oil, a perfume mixture, the work of a perfumer; it shall be a sacred anointing oil.

Christian Standard Bible
Prepare from these a holy anointing oil, a scented blend, the work of a perfumer; it will be holy anointing oil.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Prepare from these a holy anointing oil, a scented blend, the work of a perfumer; it will be holy anointing oil.”

American Standard Version
and thou shalt make it a holy anointing oil, a perfume compounded after the art of the perfumer: it shall be a holy anointing oil.

English Revised Version
and thou shalt make it an holy anointing oil, a perfume compounded after the art of the perfumer: it shall be an holy anointing oil.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Have a perfumer make these into a holy oil, a fragrant mixture, used only for anointing. This will be the holy oil used for anointing.

Good News Translation
and make a sacred anointing oil, mixed like perfume.

International Standard Version
You are to make them into a holy anointing oil, a perfume mixture made by a perfumer. It is to be a holy anointing oil.

Majority Standard Bible
Prepare from these a sacred anointing oil, a fragrant blend, the work of a perfumer; it will be a sacred anointing oil.

NET Bible
You are to make this into a sacred anointing oil, a perfumed compound, the work of a perfumer. It will be sacred anointing oil.

New Heart English Bible
You shall make it a holy anointing oil, a perfume compounded after the art of the perfumer: it shall be a holy anointing oil.

Webster's Bible Translation
And thou shalt make it an oil of holy ointment, an ointment compound after the art of the apothecary: it shall be a holy anointing oil.

World English Bible
You shall make it into a holy anointing oil, a perfume compounded after the art of the perfumer: it shall be a holy anointing oil.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and you have made it a holy anointing oil, a compound mixture, work of a compounder; it is a holy anointing oil.

Young's Literal Translation
and thou hast made it a holy anointing oil, a compound mixture, work of a compounder; it is a holy anointing oil.

Smith's Literal Translation
And make it an oil a holy anointing, a perfumed unguent the work of the perfumer: it shall be an oil a holy anointing.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And thou shalt make the holy oil of unction, an ointment compounded after the art of the perfumer,

Catholic Public Domain Version
And you shall make the holy oil of unction, an ointment composed with the skills of a perfumer,

New American Bible
and blend them into sacred anointing oil, perfumed ointment expertly prepared. With this sacred anointing oil

New Revised Standard Version
and you shall make of these a sacred anointing oil blended as by the perfumer; it shall be a holy anointing oil.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And you shall make it an oil of holy ointment, an ointment compounded after the art of the perfumer; it shall be a holy anointing oil.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And cassia, five hundred holy shekels and oil of olives, a hin:
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And thou shalt make it a holy anointing oil, a perfume compounded after the art of the perfumer; it shall be a holy anointing oil.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And thou shalt make it a holy anointing oil, a perfumed ointment tempered by the art of the perfumer: it shall be a holy anointing oil.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Anointing Oil
24500 shekels of cassia—all according to the sanctuary shekel—and a hin of olive oil. 25Prepare from these a sacred anointing oil, a fragrant blend, the work of a perfumer; it will be a sacred anointing oil. 26Use this oil to anoint the Tent of Meeting, the ark of the Testimony,…

Cross References
Exodus 37:29
He also made the sacred anointing oil and the pure, fragrant incense, the work of a perfumer.

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

Exodus 31:11
in addition to the anointing oil and fragrant incense for the Holy Place. They are to make them according to all that I have commanded you.”

Exodus 35:15
the altar of incense with its poles; the anointing oil and fragrant incense; the curtain for the doorway at the entrance to the tabernacle;

Exodus 39:38
the gold altar, the anointing oil, the fragrant incense, and the curtain for the entrance to the tent;

Exodus 40:9
Take the anointing oil and anoint the tabernacle and everything in it; consecrate it along with all its furnishings, and it shall be holy.

Leviticus 8:10-12
Next, Moses took the anointing oil and anointed the tabernacle and everything in it; and so he consecrated them. / He sprinkled some of the oil on the altar seven times, anointing the altar and all its utensils, and the basin with its stand, to consecrate them. / He also poured some of the anointing oil on Aaron’s head and anointed him to consecrate him.

Numbers 4:16
Eleazar son of Aaron the priest shall oversee the oil for the light, the fragrant incense, the daily grain offering, and the anointing oil. He has oversight of the entire tabernacle and everything in it, including the holy objects and their utensils.”

1 Samuel 10:1
Then Samuel took a flask of oil, poured it on Saul’s head, kissed him, and said, “Has not the LORD anointed you ruler over His inheritance?

1 Kings 1:39
Zadok the priest took the horn of oil from the tabernacle and anointed Solomon. Then they blew the ram’s horn, and all the people proclaimed, “Long live King Solomon!”

1 Chronicles 9:30
And some of the sons of the priests mixed the spices.

Psalm 133:2
It is like fine oil on the head, running down on the beard, running down Aaron’s beard over the collar of his robes.

Isaiah 61:1
The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners,

Matthew 26:7-12
a woman came to Him with an alabaster jar of expensive perfume, which she poured on His head as He reclined at the table. / When the disciples saw this, they were indignant and asked, “Why this waste? / This perfume could have been sold at a high price, and the money given to the poor.” ...

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. ...


Treasury of Scripture

And you shall make it an oil of holy ointment, an ointment compound after the are of the apothecary: it shall be an holy anointing oil.

apothecary or perfumer

1 Chronicles 9:30
And some of the sons of the priests made the ointment of the spices.

an holy

Exodus 37:29
And he made the holy anointing oil, and the pure incense of sweet spices, according to the work of the apothecary.

Numbers 35:25
And the congregation shall deliver the slayer out of the hand of the revenger of blood, and the congregation shall restore him to the city of his refuge, whither he was fled: and he shall abide in it unto the death of the high priest, which was anointed with the holy oil.

Psalm 89:20
I have found David my servant; with my holy oil have I anointed him:

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Exodus 30
1. The altar of incense
11. The ransom of souls
17. The bronze basin
22. The holy anointing oil
34. The composition of the incense














Prepare from these
The Hebrew root for "prepare" is "asah," which means to make or do. This word indicates intentionality and craftsmanship, suggesting that the creation of the anointing oil was not a casual task but a deliberate act of obedience to God's specific instructions. The phrase "from these" refers to the ingredients listed earlier in the chapter, emphasizing the importance of using what God has provided and prescribed. This preparation is a reminder of the care and precision required in worship and service to God.

a holy anointing oil
The term "holy" comes from the Hebrew word "qodesh," meaning set apart or sacred. This oil was not ordinary; it was consecrated for a divine purpose. Anointing with oil in the ancient Near East was a common practice for consecrating priests, kings, and sacred objects, symbolizing the presence and blessing of God. The holiness of the oil underscores the sanctity of the tasks and people it was used to consecrate, reminding believers of the call to holiness in their own lives.

a fragrant blend
The Hebrew word for "fragrant" is "besem," which denotes a pleasing aroma. The blend of spices and oils created a scent that was both pleasing to the senses and symbolic of the beauty and richness of God's presence. In the ancient world, fragrance was often associated with luxury and divinity, and this blend was a sensory reminder of the divine nature of the worship and service to which it was dedicated.

the work of a perfumer
The "perfumer" or "apothecary" in Hebrew is "raqach," referring to a skilled artisan who crafts perfumes and ointments. This highlights the expertise required in creating the anointing oil, suggesting that God values skill and excellence in the service of His purposes. The involvement of a perfumer indicates that the creation of the oil was not just a ritual act but also an artistic one, blending creativity with devotion.

it will be a holy anointing oil
Reiterating the holiness of the oil, this phrase emphasizes its exclusive use for sacred purposes. The repetition of "holy" underscores the importance of purity and dedication in the objects and rituals associated with worship. This anointing oil was a tangible representation of God's sanctifying power, setting apart people and objects for His service. It serves as a reminder to believers of the transformative power of God's presence in their lives, calling them to live set apart for His glory.

(25) After the art of the apothecary.--Skill was to be called in. The spices were not to be pounded and mixed with the oil in a rude and unscientific way, but the best art of the time was to be employed in effecting the composition. Jewish tradition says that its essence was first extracted from each of the spices, and then the oil mingled with the essences.

Verse 25- An oil of holy ointment. Literally, "an oil of holy anointing," or "a holy anointing oil," as our translators render in ver. 31, and also in the last clause of the present verse.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Prepare
וְעָשִׂ֣יתָ (wə·‘ā·śî·ṯā)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine singular
Strong's 6213: To do, make

from these a holy
קֹ֔דֶשׁ (qō·ḏeš)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6944: A sacred place, thing, sanctity

anointing
מִשְׁחַת־ (miš·ḥaṯ-)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 4888: Unction, a consecratory gift

oil,
שֶׁ֚מֶן (men)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 8081: Grease, liquid, richness

a fragrant blend,
רֹ֥קַח (rō·qaḥ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 7545: Spice mixture, perfume

the work
מַעֲשֵׂ֣ה (ma·‘ă·śêh)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4639: An action, a transaction, activity, a product, property

of a perfumer;
רֹקֵ֑חַ (rō·qê·aḥ)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 7543: To mix or compound oil or ointment

it will be
יִהְיֶֽה׃ (yih·yeh)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

a holy
קֹ֖דֶשׁ (qō·ḏeš)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6944: A sacred place, thing, sanctity

anointing
מִשְׁחַת־ (miš·ḥaṯ-)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 4888: Unction, a consecratory gift

oil.
שֶׁ֥מֶן (še·men)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 8081: Grease, liquid, richness


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