Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version They also brought spices and olive oil for the light and for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense. New Living Translation They also brought spices and olive oil for the light, the anointing oil, and the fragrant incense. English Standard Version and spices and oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense. Berean Standard Bible as well as spices and olive oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense. Berean Literal Bible and the spice, and the oil for the light and for the anointing oil and for the incense of spices. King James Bible And spice, and oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense. New King James Version and spices and oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense. New American Standard Bible and the spice and the oil for the light and for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense. NASB 1995 and the spice and the oil for the light and for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense. NASB 1977 and the spice and the oil for the light and for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense. Legacy Standard Bible and the spice and the oil for the light and for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense. Amplified Bible and spice and [olive] oil for the light and for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense. Berean Annotated Bible as well as spices and olive oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense. Christian Standard Bible as well as the spice and oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense. Holman Christian Standard Bible as well as the spice and oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense. American Standard Version and the spice, and the oil; for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense. Contemporary English Version They also brought sweet-smelling spices to be mixed with the incense and olive oil that were for the lamps and for ordaining the priests. English Revised Version and the spice, and the oil; for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense. GOD'S WORD® Translation They also brought the spices and the olive oil for the lamps, the anointing oil, and the sweet-smelling incense. Good News Translation and spices and oil for the lamps, for the anointing oil, and for the sweet-smelling incense. International Standard Version spices and oil for the light and for the anointing oil and the aromatic incense. NET Bible and spices and olive oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense. New Heart English Bible and the spice, and the oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense. Webster's Bible Translation And spice, and oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleas well as spices and olive oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense. World English Bible with the spice and the oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the spices, and the oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the spice-incense; Berean Literal Bible and the spice, and the oil for the light and for the anointing oil and for the incense of spices. Young's Literal Translation and the spices, and the oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the spice perfume; Smith's Literal Translation And spice and oil for the light and for the oil of anointing, and for the incense of aromatics. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd spices and oil for the lights, and for the preparing of ointment, and to make the incense of most sweet savour. Catholic Public Domain Version and aromatics and oil, to maintain the lights, and to prepare ointment, and also to produce incense with a most sweet odor. New American Bible as well as spices, and oil for the light, anointing oil, and fragrant incense. New Revised Standard Version and spices and oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd spices, and oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And fragrances and oil to enlighten and the oil of anointing and incense of sweet spices. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and the spice, and the oil, for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense. Brenton Septuagint Translation and the compounds both for the anointing oil, and the composition of the incense. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The People Offer Gifts…27The leaders brought onyx stones and gemstones to mount on the ephod and breastpiece, 28 as well as spices and olive oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense. 29So all the men and women of the Israelites whose hearts prompted them brought a freewill offering to the LORD for all the work that the LORD through Moses had commanded them to do.… Cross References as well as spices and olive oil for the light Exodus 25:6 olive oil for the light; spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense; Exodus 27:20 And you are to command the Israelites to bring you pure oil of pressed olives for the light, to keep the lamps burning continually. Leviticus 24:2 “Command the Israelites to bring you pure oil of pressed olives for the light, to keep the lamps burning continually. for the anointing oil Exodus 30:22-25 Then the LORD said to Moses, / “Take the finest spices: 500 shekels of liquid myrrh, half that amount (250 shekels) of fragrant cinnamon, 250 shekels of fragrant cane, / 500 shekels of cassia—all according to the sanctuary shekel—and a hin of olive oil. … 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. 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. and for the fragrant incense Exodus 30:34-38 The LORD also said to Moses, “Take fragrant spices—gum resin, onycha, galbanum, and pure frankincense—in equal measures, / and make a fragrant blend of incense, the work of a perfumer, seasoned with salt, pure and holy. / Grind some of it into fine powder and place it in front of the Testimony in the Tent of Meeting, where I will meet with you. It shall be most holy to you. … Leviticus 16:12-13 Then he must take a censer full of burning coals from the altar before the LORD, and two handfuls of finely ground fragrant incense, and take them inside the veil. / He is to put the incense on the fire before the LORD, and the cloud of incense will cover the mercy seat above the Testimony, so that he will not die. Revelation 8:3-4 Then another angel, who had a golden censer, came and stood at the altar. He was given much incense to offer, along with the prayers of all the saints, on the golden altar before the throne. / And the smoke of the incense, together with the prayers of the saints, rose up before God from the hand of the angel. 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. Exodus 30:23-25 “Take the finest spices: 500 shekels of liquid myrrh, half that amount (250 shekels) of fragrant cinnamon, 250 shekels of fragrant cane, / 500 shekels of cassia—all according to the sanctuary shekel—and a hin of olive oil. / Prepare from these a sacred anointing oil, a fragrant blend, the work of a perfumer; it will be a sacred anointing oil. Exodus 39:37 the pure gold lampstand with its row of lamps and all its utensils, as well as the oil for the light; Numbers 7:13-14 His offering was one silver platter weighing a hundred and thirty shekels, and one silver bowl weighing seventy shekels, both according to the sanctuary shekel and filled with fine flour mixed with oil for a grain offering; / one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense; 1 Chronicles 29:2 Now with all my ability I have made provision for the house of my God—gold for the gold articles, silver for the silver, bronze for the bronze, iron for the iron, and wood for the wood, as well as onyx for the settings, turquoise, stones of various colors, all kinds of precious stones, and slabs of marble—all in abundance. 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 2:7 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. Treasury of Scripture And spice, and oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense. Exodus 35:8 And oil for the light, and spices for anointing oil, and for the sweet incense, Exodus 30:23-38 Take thou also unto thee principal spices, of pure myrrh five hundred shekels, and of sweet cinnamon half so much, even two hundred and fifty shekels, and of sweet calamus two hundred and fifty shekels, … Jump to Previous Anointing Drugs Fragrant Holy Incense Light Oil Olive Perfume Perfumes Spice Spices SweetJump to Next Anointing Drugs Fragrant Holy Incense Light Oil Olive Perfume Perfumes Spice Spices SweetExodus 35 1. The Sabbath4. The free gifts for the tabernacle 20. The readiness of the people to offer 30. Bezaleel and Aholiab are called to the work as well as spices and olive oil for the light In the construction of the Tabernacle, specific materials were required, including spices and olive oil. The olive oil was used for the lampstand, which provided light in the Holy Place. Olive oil, a staple in ancient Israel, was a symbol of purity and the Holy Spirit. The light from the lampstand represented God's presence and guidance. This imagery is echoed in the New Testament, where Jesus is referred to as the "light of the world" (John 8:12). for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites, who conveyed God's instructions for the construction of the Tabernacle. 2. Israelites The people of God who were called to contribute materials for the Tabernacle. 3. Tabernacle The portable sanctuary where God would dwell among His people. 4. Anointing Oil A sacred mixture used for consecrating the Tabernacle and its furnishings. 5. Fragrant Incense A special blend used in worship, symbolizing prayers ascending to God. Teaching Points Sacred ContributionsThe Israelites were called to give specific materials for the Tabernacle, reminding us of the importance of offering our best to God. Symbolism of Oil and Incense The anointing oil and incense symbolize the presence and prayers of God's people, encouraging us to maintain a life of worship and prayer. Holiness in Worship The detailed instructions for the Tabernacle's elements highlight the need for reverence and holiness in our worship practices. Community Participation The construction of the Tabernacle required the involvement of the entire community, teaching us the value of collective effort in serving God's purposes. Spiritual Light The oil for the light signifies the continuous presence of God, urging us to be vigilant in keeping our spiritual lamps burning brightly. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 35:28?2. How does Exodus 35:28 inspire us to give generously to God's work today? 3. What significance do "spices and oil" have in the context of worship? 4. How can we apply the spirit of giving in Exodus 35:28 to our lives? 5. What other biblical examples show the importance of contributing to God's purposes? 6. How does this verse reflect our responsibility to support church and community needs? 7. What significance do spices and oil hold in Exodus 35:28 for worship practices? 8. How does Exodus 35:28 reflect the community's role in supporting religious rituals? 9. Why were spices and oil specifically mentioned in Exodus 35:28? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 35? 11. What foods are mentioned in the Bible? 12. What are anointing spices used for? 13. In Exodus 30:31-33, why would the penalty for misusing the anointing oil be so severe if it was simply a mix of available spices? 14. What does the Bible say about Quiverfull and patriarchy? What Does Exodus 35:28 Mean Spices• “Spices” refers to the fragrant resins and botanicals God specified earlier (Exodus 30:34–35). • The people’s willingness to give them shows a heart stirred by the LORD (Exodus 35:21). • Fragrance symbolized pleasing devotion; David prayed, “May my prayer be set before You like incense” (Psalm 141:2). • Paul later drew on this idea: “We are to God the sweet aroma of Christ” (2 Corinthians 2:15). • The verse reminds believers that worship involves offering what delights God, not merely what is convenient. Olive oil for the light • Pure olive oil kept the golden lampstand burning continually (Exodus 27:20; Leviticus 24:2). • The ever-present flame pointed to the LORD as “their light and their salvation” (Psalm 27:1) and foreshadowed Christ, who declared, “I am the light of the world” (John 8:12). • Jesus also told His followers, “You are the light of the world… let your light shine” (Matthew 5:14-16). • The people’s donation of oil teaches that God supplies light through the obedience and generosity of His people. For the anointing oil • The sacred anointing oil, formulated in Exodus 30:22-33, consecrated priests, furnishings, and later kings like David (1 Samuel 16:13). • Anointing set objects and people apart exclusively for God’s service. • In the new covenant, “He anointed us, set His seal of ownership on us, and put His Spirit in our hearts” (2 Corinthians 1:21-22). • “You have an anointing from the Holy One” (1 John 2:20), showing that the tabernacle ritual anticipated the Holy Spirit’s work in believers today. And for the fragrant incense • Incense blended from the donated spices burned on the golden altar (Exodus 30:34-38). • Its rising smoke pictured prayers ascending before God; Revelation 5:8 links the saints’ prayers with heavenly incense. • Revelation 8:3-4 depicts an angel adding incense to the prayers of God’s people, confirming the image begun in Exodus. • The pleasing aroma also cautioned Israel to worship as God prescribed, not by personal preference (Leviticus 10:1-2). summary Exodus 35:28 records Israel’s freewill gifts of spices and oil so the tabernacle could shine with perpetual light, operate with consecrated priests, and fill with fragrant worship. Each item points forward: the light to Christ and His people, the anointing oil to the Holy Spirit’s consecration, and the incense to Christ-mediated prayer. The verse therefore celebrates wholehearted participation in God’s plan and invites believers today to offer their best so that His presence, holiness, and praise remain central among His people. (28) Spice.-See Exodus 30:23-24; Exodus 30:34.
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