Exodus 35:21 And everyone whose heart stirred him and whose spirit prompted him came and brought an offering to the LORD for the work on the Tent of Meeting, for all its services, and for the holy garments.

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New International Version
and everyone who was willing and whose heart moved them came and brought an offering to the LORD for the work on the tent of meeting, for all its service, and for the sacred garments.

New Living Translation
All whose hearts were stirred and whose spirits were moved came and brought their sacred offerings to the LORD. They brought all the materials needed for the Tabernacle, for the performance of its rituals, and for the sacred garments.

English Standard Version
And they came, everyone whose heart stirred him, and everyone whose spirit moved him, and brought the LORD’s contribution to be used for the tent of meeting, and for all its service, and for the holy garments.

Berean Standard Bible
And everyone whose heart stirred him and whose spirit prompted him came and brought an offering to the LORD for the work on the Tent of Meeting, for all its services, and for the holy garments.

King James Bible
And they came, every one whose heart stirred him up, and every one whom his spirit made willing, and they brought the LORD'S offering to the work of the tabernacle of the congregation, and for all his service, and for the holy garments.

New King James Version
Then everyone came whose heart was stirred, and everyone whose spirit was willing, and they brought the LORD’s offering for the work of the tabernacle of meeting, for all its service, and for the holy garments.

New American Standard Bible
And everyone whose heart stirred him and everyone whose spirit moved him came and brought the LORD’S contribution for the work of the tent of meeting and for all its service, and for the holy garments.

NASB 1995
Everyone whose heart stirred him and everyone whose spirit moved him came and brought the LORD’S contribution for the work of the tent of meeting and for all its service and for the holy garments.

NASB 1977
And everyone whose heart stirred him and everyone whose spirit moved him came and brought the LORD’S contribution for the work of the tent of meeting and for all its service and for the holy garments.

Legacy Standard Bible
And everyone whose heart stirred him and everyone whose spirit was willing came and brought the contribution to Yahweh for the work of the tent of meeting and for all its service and for the holy garments.

Amplified Bible
Everyone whose heart stirred him and everyone whose spirit moved him came and brought the LORD’S offering to be used for the Tent of Meeting, for all its service, and for the holy garments.

Christian Standard Bible
Everyone whose heart was moved and whose spirit prompted him came and brought an offering to the LORD for the work on the tent of meeting, for all its services, and for the holy garments.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Everyone whose heart was moved and whose spirit prompted him came and brought an offering to the LORD for the work on the tent of meeting, for all its services, and for the holy garments.

American Standard Version
And they came, every one whose heart stirred him up, and every one whom his spirit made willing, and brought Jehovah's offering, for the work of the tent of meeting, and for all the service thereof, and for the holy garments.

Contemporary English Version
Then those who wanted to bring gifts to the LORD, brought them to be used for the sacred tent, the worship services, and the priestly clothes.

English Revised Version
And they came, every one whose heart stirred him up, and every one whom his spirit made willing, and brought the LORD'S offering, for the work of the tent of meeting, and for all the service thereof, and for the holy garments.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Those who were willing and whose hearts moved them came and brought their contributions to the LORD. The gifts were used to construct the tent of meeting, to pay other expenses, and to make the holy clothes.

Good News Translation
and everyone who wished to do so brought an offering to the LORD for making the Tent of the LORD's presence. They brought everything needed for use in worship and for making the priestly garments.

International Standard Version
and every person whose heart moved him and all whose spirits prompted them, brought an offering to the LORD for constructing the Tent of Meeting, for all its service, and for the holy garments.

Majority Standard Bible
And everyone whose heart stirred him and whose spirit prompted him came and brought an offering to the LORD for the work on the Tent of Meeting, for all its services, and for the holy garments.

NET Bible
Everyone whose heart stirred him to action and everyone whose spirit was willing came and brought the offering for the LORD for the work of the tent of meeting, for all its service, and for the holy garments.

New Heart English Bible
They came, everyone whose heart stirred him up, and everyone whom his spirit made willing, and brought the LORD's offering, for the work of the Tent of Meeting, and for all of its service, and for the holy garments.

Webster's Bible Translation
And they came, every one whose heart excited him, and every one whom his spirit made willing, and they brought the LORD'S offering to the work of the tabernacle of the congregation, and for all his service, and for the holy garments.

World English Bible
They came, everyone whose heart stirred him up, and everyone whom his spirit made willing, and brought Yahweh’s offering for the work of the Tent of Meeting, and for all of its service, and for the holy garments.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
and they come in—every man whom his heart has lifted up, and everyone whom his spirit has made willing—they have brought in the raised-offering of YHWH for the work of the Tent of Meeting, and for all its service, and for the holy garments.

Young's Literal Translation
and they come in -- every man whom his heart hath lifted up, and every one whom his spirit hath made willing -- they have brought in the heave-offering of Jehovah for the work of the tent of meeting, and for all its service, and for the holy garments.

Smith's Literal Translation
And they will come, every man whose heart lifted him up and every one whose spirit impelled him, and they brought the offering of Jehovah to the work of the tent of appointment, and for all its work, and for the garments of the holy place.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
Offered firstfruits to the Lord with a most ready and devout mind, to make the work of the tabernacle of the testimony. Whatsoever was necessary to the service, and to the holy vestments,

Catholic Public Domain Version
offered the first-fruits to the Lord with a most ready and devout mind, to accomplish the work of the tabernacle of the testimony. Whatever was needed for worship and for the holy vestments,

New American Bible
all, as their hearts moved them and their spirit prompted, brought a contribution to the LORD for the work of the tent of meeting, for all its services, and for the sacred vestments.

New Revised Standard Version
And they came, everyone whose heart was stirred, and everyone whose spirit was willing, and brought the LORD’s offering to be used for the tent of meeting, and for all its service, and for the sacred vestments.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And they came, every one who was willing in his heart and every one whose spirit made him willing, and they brought offerings for the LORD, to the work of the tabernacle of the congregation, and for all its service, and for the holy vestments.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And every man who consulted with his heart brought something, and every man who considered in his spirit brought an offering to LORD JEHOVAH for the work of the Time Tent and for all its service and for the garments of holiness.

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
And they came, every one whose heart stirred him up, and every one whom his spirit made willing, and brought the LORD'S offering, for the work of the tent of meeting, and for all the service thereof, and for the holy garments.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and they brought an offering to the Lord for all the works of the tabernacle of witness, and all its services, and for all the robes of the sanctuary.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The People Offer Gifts
20Then the whole congregation of Israel withdrew from the presence of Moses. 21And everyone whose heart stirred him and whose spirit prompted him came and brought an offering to the LORD for the work on the Tent of Meeting, for all its services, and for the holy garments. 22So all who had willing hearts, both men and women, came and brought brooches and earrings, rings and necklaces, and all kinds of gold jewelry. And they all presented their gold as a wave offering to the LORD.…

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Cross References

2 Corinthians 9:7
Each one should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not out of regret or compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver.

1 Chronicles 29:9
And the people rejoiced at the willing response of their leaders, for they had given to the LORD freely and wholeheartedly. And King David also rejoiced greatly.

1 Chronicles 29:17
I know, my God, that You test the heart and delight in uprightness. All these things I have given willingly and with an upright heart, and now I have seen Your people who are present here giving joyfully and willingly to You.

2 Corinthians 8:12
For if the eagerness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what he does not have.

Romans 12:8
if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is giving, let him give generously; if it is leading, let him lead with diligence; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully.

1 Corinthians 9:17
If my preaching is voluntary, I have a reward. But if it is not voluntary, I am still entrusted with a responsibility.

2 Corinthians 8:3-5
For I testify that they gave according to their ability and even beyond it. Of their own accord, / they earnestly pleaded with us for the privilege of sharing in this service to the saints. / And not only did they do as we expected, but they gave themselves first to the Lord and then to us, through the will of God.

Philippians 2:13
For it is God who works in you to will and to act on behalf of His good purpose.

Ezra 1:5
So the family heads of Judah and Benjamin, along with the priests and Levites—everyone whose spirit God had stirred—prepared to go up and rebuild the house of the LORD in Jerusalem.

1 Peter 4:10
As good stewards of the manifold grace of God, each of you should use whatever gift he has received to serve one another.

Acts 11:29
So the disciples, each according to his ability, decided to send relief to the brothers living in Judea.

2 Corinthians 8:1-2
Now, brothers, we want you to know about the grace that God has given the churches of Macedonia. / In the terrible ordeal they suffered, their abundant joy and deep poverty overflowed into rich generosity.

1 Timothy 6:18
Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, and to be generous and ready to share,

1 Chronicles 28:9
As for you, Solomon my son, know the God of your father and serve Him wholeheartedly and with a willing mind, for the LORD searches every heart and understands the intent of every thought. If you seek Him, He will be found by you; but if you forsake Him, He will reject you forever.

Deuteronomy 15:10
Give generously to him, and do not let your heart be grieved when you do so. And because of this the LORD your God will bless you in all your work and in everything to which you put your hand.

Treasury of Scripture

And they came, every one whose heart stirred him up, and every one whom his spirit made willing, and they brought the LORD's offering to the work of the tabernacle of the congregation, and for all his service, and for the holy garments.

Exodus 35:5,22,26,29
Take ye from among you an offering unto the LORD: whosoever is of a willing heart, let him bring it, an offering of the LORD; gold, and silver, and brass, …

Exodus 25:2
Speak unto the children of Israel, that they bring me an offering: of every man that giveth it willingly with his heart ye shall take my offering.

Exodus 36:2
And Moses called Bezaleel and Aholiab, and every wise hearted man, in whose heart the LORD had put wisdom, even every one whose heart stirred him up to come unto the work to do it:

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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

Berean Study Bible

And everyone
This phrase emphasizes inclusivity and collective participation. In the Hebrew context, "everyone" (כָּל־אִישׁ, kol-ish) signifies the communal nature of the Israelites' response. It underscores the idea that the call to contribute was not limited to a select few but was open to all who felt moved. This reflects the biblical principle that God's work involves the whole community, each person contributing according to their ability and willingness.

whose heart stirred him
The Hebrew word for "heart" (לֵב, lev) often represents the inner self, including emotions, will, and intellect. "Stirred" (נָשָׂא, nasa) conveys a sense of being lifted or inspired. This phrase suggests a divine prompting, where individuals felt a deep, personal conviction to act. It highlights the importance of internal motivation in giving, suggesting that true offerings to God arise from a heartfelt response rather than obligation.

and whose spirit moved him
The term "spirit" (רוּחַ, ruach) can denote breath, wind, or spirit, often associated with life and divine influence. "Moved" (נָדַב, nadab) implies a voluntary, generous action. This phrase indicates that the prompting to give was not only emotional but also spiritual, driven by a sense of divine calling. It reflects the biblical theme that genuine acts of worship and service are inspired by the Holy Spirit, leading believers to act beyond mere duty.

came and brought an offering
The act of coming and bringing (בּוֹא, bo and קָרַב, qarab) signifies a deliberate, physical response to the internal stirring. "Offering" (תְּרוּמָה, terumah) refers to a contribution set apart for sacred purposes. This highlights the principle of sacrificial giving, where individuals respond to God's call by dedicating their resources for His work. It underscores the biblical teaching that offerings are a tangible expression of faith and devotion.

to the LORD
This phrase centers the act of giving on its ultimate purpose: to honor and serve Yahweh. The use of the divine name (יְהוָה, YHWH) emphasizes the covenant relationship between God and His people. It reminds believers that their offerings are not merely for human projects but are acts of worship directed to God Himself, reflecting His sovereignty and holiness.

for the work on the Tent of Meeting
The "Tent of Meeting" (אֹהֶל מוֹעֵד, ohel moed) was the portable sanctuary where God met with His people. This phrase indicates the specific purpose of the offerings: to facilitate worship and divine encounter. It underscores the importance of creating spaces dedicated to God's presence, where the community can gather to experience His glory and receive His guidance.

for all its service
This phrase (לְכָל־עֲבֹדָתוֹ, lechol avodato) encompasses the various functions and activities associated with the Tent of Meeting. It highlights the comprehensive nature of the work, requiring diverse contributions and skills. This reflects the biblical principle that the service of God involves many roles and responsibilities, each vital to the functioning of the whole.

and for the sacred garments
The "sacred garments" (בִּגְדֵי הַקֹּדֶשׁ, bigdei hakodesh) were the priestly vestments used in worship. This phrase emphasizes the need for holiness and preparation in approaching God. It signifies that offerings were not only for structural needs but also for maintaining the sanctity and beauty of worship. This reflects the biblical theme that worship should be conducted with reverence and excellence, honoring God's majesty and purity.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

THE ZEAL OF THE PEOPLE IN OFFERING AND ASSISTING IN THE WORK.

(21) They came, every one whose heart stirred him up.--All classes came, "men and women" (Exodus 35:22), rich and poor, "rulers" (Exodus 35:27), and those whose only skill was to "spin with their hands" (Exodus 35:25). And the great majority gave freely--to the utmost of their power. Still it is implied, both here and in Exodus 35:22; Exodus 35:29, that there were some whose hearts did not stir them up. Enough and to spare, was, however, contributed, and at last the people had to be "restrained from bringing" (Exodus 36:8). . . .

Pulpit Commentary

Verses 21-29. - THE ZEAL OF THE PEOPLE IN OFFERING. Moses dismissed the people; but they soon began to return, bringing their offerings with them. There was a general, if not a universal, willingness Men and women alike "brought bracelets (brooches?), and earrings, and rings, and armlets - all articles of gold," and offered them to the Lord (ver. 22). Others brought blue and purple and scalier and fine linen, and goats' hair and rams' skins dyed red, and badger (or rather, seal) skins (ver. 23). Silver and bronze and shittimwood were contributed by others (ver. 24). The women, who were the only spinners, brought their spun yarn of blue and purple and scarlet and fine linen, and their yarn of goats' hair (vers. 25, 26); while the richest class of all - "the rulers" - gave, as their contribution, the onyx stones for the ephod, the jewels for the high-priest's breastplate, and the oil needed for the light, together with rare spices for the anointing ointment and the incense (vers. 27, 28). Subsequently, we are told that what was contributed was "much more than enough" (Exodus 36:5), and that the people had to be "restrained from bringing" (ibid. 6). Verse 21. - The Lord's offering - i.e., "their offering to Jehovah." For all his service. The use of "his" for "its" causes an unfortunate ambiguity here. The antecedent to the pronoun is not the Lord, but the tabernacle.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

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

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

heart
לִבּ֑וֹ (lib·bōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 3820: The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre

stirred him
נְשָׂא֣וֹ (nə·śā·’ōw)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5375: To lift, carry, take

and
וְכֹ֡ל (wə·ḵōl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

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

spirit
רוּח֜וֹ (rū·ḥōw)
Noun - common singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 7307: Wind, breath, exhalation, life, anger, unsubstantiality, a region of the sky, spirit

prompted
נָדְבָ֨ה (nā·ḏə·ḇāh)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 5068: To impel, to volunteer, to present spontaneously

him
אֹת֗וֹ (’ō·ṯōw)
Direct object marker | third person masculine singular
Strong's 853: Untranslatable mark of the accusative case

came
וַיָּבֹ֕אוּ (way·yā·ḇō·’ū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

and brought
הֵ֠בִיאוּ (hê·ḇî·’ū)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

an offering
תְּרוּמַ֨ת (tə·rū·maṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 8641: Contribution, offering (for sacred uses)

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

for the work
לִמְלֶ֨אכֶת (lim·le·ḵeṯ)
Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 4399: Deputyship, ministry, employment, work, property

on the Tent
אֹ֤הֶל (’ō·hel)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 168: A tent

of Meeting,
מוֹעֵד֙ (mō·w·‘êḏ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4150: Appointed time, place, or meeting

for all
וּלְכָל־ (ū·lə·ḵāl-)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

its services,
עֲבֹ֣דָת֔וֹ (‘ă·ḇō·ḏā·ṯōw)
Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5656: Work of any kind

and for the sacred
הַקֹּֽדֶשׁ׃ (haq·qō·ḏeš)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6944: A sacred place, thing, sanctity

garments.
וּלְבִגְדֵ֖י (ū·lə·ḇiḡ·ḏê)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 899: A covering, clothing, treachery, pillage

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