Exodus 35:10
New International Version
“All who are skilled among you are to come and make everything the LORD has commanded:

New Living Translation
“Come, all of you who are gifted craftsmen. Construct everything that the LORD has commanded:

English Standard Version
“Let every skillful craftsman among you come and make all that the LORD has commanded:

Berean Standard Bible
Let every skilled craftsman among you come and make everything that the LORD has commanded:

King James Bible
And every wise hearted among you shall come, and make all that the LORD hath commanded;

New King James Version
‘All who are gifted artisans among you shall come and make all that the LORD has commanded:

New American Standard Bible
‘Have every skillful person among you come and make all that the LORD has commanded:

NASB 1995
‘Let every skillful man among you come, and make all that the LORD has commanded:

NASB 1977
‘And let every skillful man among you come, and make all that the LORD has commanded:

Legacy Standard Bible
‘And let everyone wise at heart among you come and make all that Yahweh has commanded:

Amplified Bible
‘Let every skilled and talented man among you come, and make everything that the LORD has commanded:

Christian Standard Bible
“Let all the skilled artisans among you come and make everything that the LORD has commanded:

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Let all the skilled craftsmen among you come and make everything that the LORD has commanded:

American Standard Version
And let every wise-hearted man among you come, and make all that Jehovah hath commanded:

Contemporary English Version
If you have any skills, you should use them to help make what I have commanded:

English Revised Version
And let every wise hearted man among you come, and make all that the LORD hath commanded;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
"Have all the skilled craftsmen among you come and make everything the LORD has commanded:

Good News Translation
"All the skilled workers among you are to come and make everything that the LORD commanded:

International Standard Version
"'Let everyone who is skilled among you come and make everything that the LORD has commanded:

Majority Standard Bible
Let every skilled craftsman among you come and make everything that the LORD has commanded:

NET Bible
Every skilled person among you is to come and make all that the LORD has commanded:

New Heart English Bible
"'Let every wise-hearted man among you come, and make all that the LORD has commanded:

Webster's Bible Translation
And every wise-hearted among you shall come, and make all that the LORD hath commanded;

World English Bible
“‘Let every wise-hearted man among you come, and make all that Yahweh has commanded:
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And all the wise-hearted among you come in, and make all that YHWH has commanded:

Young's Literal Translation
'And all the wise-hearted among you come in, and make all that Jehovah hath commanded:

Smith's Literal Translation
And all the wise of heart among you shall come, and shall do all which Jehovah commanded;
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Whosoever of you is wise, let him come, and make that which the Lord hath commanded:

Catholic Public Domain Version
And whoever among you is wise, let him come and make what the Lord has commanded:

New American Bible
“Let every artisan among you come and make all that the LORD has commanded:

New Revised Standard Version
All who are skillful among you shall come and make all that the LORD has commanded: the tabernacle,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And every wisehearted one among you shall come, and make all that the LORD has commanded;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And stones of beryl, and stones of the setting for the ephod and for the breastplate.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And let every wise-hearted man among you come, and make all that the LORD hath commanded:

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And every man that is wise in heart among you, let him come and work all things whatsoever the Lord has commanded.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Skilled Craftsmen
10Let every skilled craftsman among you come and make everything that the LORD has commanded: 11the tabernacle with its tent and covering, its clasps and frames, its crossbars, posts, and bases;…

Cross References
Exodus 31:1-6
Then the LORD said to Moses, / “See, I have called by name Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah. / And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship, ...

1 Chronicles 28:20-21
David also said to Solomon his son, “Be strong and courageous, and do it. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD God, my God, is with you. He will neither fail you nor forsake you before all the work for the service of the house of the LORD is finished. / The divisions of the priests and Levites are ready for all the service of the house of God, and every willing man of every skill will be at your disposal for the work. The officials and all the people are fully at your command.”

1 Kings 7:13-14
Now King Solomon sent to bring Huram from Tyre. / 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 2:13-14
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.

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. ...

Romans 12:4-8
Just as each of us has one body with many members, and not all members have the same function, / so in Christ we who are many are one body, and each member belongs to one another. / We have different gifts according to the grace given us. If one’s gift is prophecy, let him use it in proportion to his faith; ...

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,

1 Peter 4:10-11
As good stewards of the manifold grace of God, each of you should use whatever gift he has received to serve one another. / If anyone speaks, he should speak as one conveying the words of God. If anyone serves, he should serve with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be the glory and the power forever and ever. Amen.

Exodus 36:1-2
“So Bezalel, Oholiab, and every skilled person are to carry out everything commanded by the LORD, who has given them skill and ability to know how to perform all the work of constructing the sanctuary.” / Then Moses summoned Bezalel, Oholiab, and every skilled person whom the LORD had gifted—everyone whose heart stirred him to come and do the work.

1 Kings 5:6
Now therefore, order that cedars of Lebanon be cut down for me. My servants will be with your servants, and I will pay your servants whatever wages you set, for you know that there are none among us as skilled in logging as the Sidonians.”

2 Chronicles 34:9-13
So they went to Hilkiah the high priest and gave him the money that had been brought into the house of God, which the Levites who guarded the doors had collected from the people of Manasseh and Ephraim, from all the remnant of Israel, from all Judah and Benjamin, and from the people of Jerusalem. / They put it into the hands of those supervising the work in the house of the LORD, who in turn gave it to the workmen restoring and repairing the house of the LORD. / They also gave money to the carpenters and builders to buy dressed stone, as well as timbers for couplings and beams for the buildings that the kings of Judah had allowed to deteriorate. ...

2 Timothy 2:20-21
A large house contains not only vessels of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay. Some indeed are for honorable use, but others are for common use. / So if anyone cleanses himself of what is unfit, he will be a vessel for honor: sanctified, useful to the Master, and prepared for every good work.

Colossians 3:23-24
Whatever you do, work at it with your whole being, as for the Lord and not for men, / because you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as your reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.

Proverbs 22:29
Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will be stationed in the presence of kings; he will not stand before obscure men.


Treasury of Scripture

And every wise hearted among you shall come, and make all that the LORD has commanded;

Exodus 31:1-6
And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, …

Exodus 36:1-4
Then wrought Bezaleel and Aholiab, and every wise hearted man, in whom the LORD put wisdom and understanding to know how to work all manner of work for the service of the sanctuary, according to all that the LORD had commanded…

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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














Let every skilled craftsman
The phrase "skilled craftsman" in Hebrew is "חֲכַם לֵב" (chakam lev), which literally translates to "wise of heart." This expression emphasizes not just technical ability but also a divinely inspired wisdom. In the ancient Near Eastern context, craftsmanship was often seen as a gift from the gods, and in the biblical narrative, it is a gift from Yahweh. The call for skilled craftsmen underscores the importance of using God-given talents for His glory. It is a reminder that all skills and abilities are to be dedicated to the service of the Lord, reflecting the belief that work is a form of worship.

among you
This phrase indicates inclusivity within the community of Israel. It suggests that the call to participate in the construction of the Tabernacle is not limited to a select few but is open to all who possess the necessary skills. This communal aspect highlights the collective responsibility and privilege of the Israelites to contribute to the sacred work. It serves as a model for the Church today, where every member is encouraged to use their unique gifts for the edification of the body of Christ.

come and make
The invitation to "come and make" is an active call to participation. It is not enough to possess skills; one must also be willing to use them. This action-oriented command reflects the biblical principle that faith is demonstrated through works (James 2:17). The construction of the Tabernacle required not only divine instruction but also human effort, symbolizing the partnership between God and His people in accomplishing His purposes.

everything that the LORD has commanded
This phrase underscores the importance of obedience to divine instructions. The Tabernacle was to be constructed according to the precise specifications given by God, as detailed in earlier chapters of Exodus. This meticulous adherence to God's commands reflects the holiness and perfection of God, and the need for His people to approach Him with reverence and exactness. It serves as a reminder that worship and service to God must align with His revealed will, as found in Scripture. The phrase also points to the broader biblical theme of covenant faithfulness, where blessings are contingent upon obedience to God's commands.

(10-19) And every wise hearted among you.--The first appeal is to all; all may contribute something towards the materials of the sacred structure. But the second appeal is to some only. The "wise-hearted" alone can take part in the actual construction, and "make all that the Lord hath commanded." On the expression "wise ? hearted," see Note on Exodus 28:3. It includes skill of various kinds and degrees, even that of poor women, who "did spin with their hands, and brought that which they had spun, both of blue, and of purple, and of scarlet, and of fine linen" (Exodus 35:25). In enumerating the things to be constructed, Moses follows, not the order of the revelations made to him, but what may be called the natural order: first, the Tabernacle as a whole; then its various parts (Exodus 35:11); after this, its contents--those of the Holy of Holies (Exodus 35:12), of the Holy Place (Exodus 35:13-15), and of the Court (Exodus 35:16-18); finally, the dress to be worn by those who conducted the services (Exodus 35:19). On the Tabernacle and its parts, see Exodus 26:1-37; on the Ark, the staves, and the mercy-seat, Exodus 25:10-15; on the "veil of the covering," Exodus 26:31; on the table and the candlestick, Exodus 25:23-30; on the incense altar, Exodus 30:1-10; on the anointing oil, Exodus 30:23-25; on the sweet incense, Exodus 30:34-35; on the hanging for the door, Exodus 26:36; on the altar of burnt offering, Exodus 27:1-8; on the laver and its foot, Exodus 30:17-21; on the hangings of the Court, its pillars, sockets, pins, &c., Exodus 27:9-19; and on "the cloths of service," Exodus 28:2-42. (On the true meaning of the expression, "cloths of service," see Note on Exodus 31:10.) . . .

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Let every
וְכָל־ (wə·ḵāl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

skilled craftsman
חֲכַם־ (ḥă·ḵam-)
Adjective - masculine singular construct
Strong's 2450: Wise

among you
בָּכֶ֑ם (bā·ḵem)
Preposition | second person masculine plural
Strong's Hebrew

come
יָבֹ֣אוּ (yā·ḇō·’ū)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

and make
וְיַעֲשׂ֔וּ (wə·ya·‘ă·śū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 6213: To do, make

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

that
אֲשֶׁ֥ר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

the LORD
יְהוָֽה׃ (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

has commanded:
צִוָּ֖ה (ṣiw·wāh)
Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6680: To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order


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