Exodus 36:2
New International Version
Then Moses summoned Bezalel and Oholiab and every skilled person to whom the LORD had given ability and who was willing to come and do the work.

New Living Translation
So Moses summoned Bezalel and Oholiab and all the others who were specially gifted by the LORD and were eager to get to work.

English Standard Version
And Moses called Bezalel and Oholiab and every craftsman in whose mind the LORD had put skill, everyone whose heart stirred him up to come to do the work.

Berean Standard Bible
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.

Berean Literal Bible
And Moses called to Bezalel and to Oholiab and to to every man wise of heart in whom YHWH had put wisdom in his heart—everyone whose heart lifted him—to come near to the work to do it.

King James Bible
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:

New King James Version
Then Moses called Bezalel and Aholiab, and every gifted artisan in whose heart the LORD had put wisdom, everyone whose heart was stirred, to come and do the work.

New American Standard Bible
Then Moses called Bezalel, Oholiab, and every skillful person in whom the LORD had put skill, everyone whose heart stirred him, to come to the work to perform it.

NASB 1995
Then Moses called Bezalel and Oholiab and every skillful person in whom the LORD had put skill, everyone whose heart stirred him, to come to the work to perform it.

NASB 1977
Then Moses called Bezalel and Oholiab and every skillful person in whom the LORD had put skill, everyone whose heart stirred him, to come to the work to perform it.

Legacy Standard Bible
Then Moses called Bezalel and Oholiab and every person wise at heart to whom Yahweh had given wisdom, everyone whose heart stirred him, to come to the work to do it.

Amplified Bible
So Moses called Bezalel and Oholiab and every skilled person in whom the LORD had put ability, everyone whose heart stirred him, to come to do the work.

Berean Annotated Bible
Then Moses (drawn out) summoned Bezalel (in the shadow of God), Oholiab (Father's tent), and every skilled person whom the LORD {YHWH} had gifted—everyone whose heart stirred him to come and do the work.

Christian Standard Bible
So Moses summoned Bezalel, Oholiab, and every skilled person in whose heart the LORD had placed wisdom, all whose hearts moved them, to come to the work and do it.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
So Moses summoned Bezalel, Oholiab, and every skilled person in whose heart the LORD had placed wisdom, everyone whose heart moved him, to come to the work and do it.

American Standard Version
And Moses called Bezalel and Oholiab, and every wise-hearted man, in whose heart Jehovah had put wisdom, even every one whose heart stirred him up to come unto the work to do it:

Contemporary English Version
Then Moses brought together these workers who were eager to work,

English Revised Version
And Moses called Bezalel and Oholiab, 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:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Moses called Bezalel and Oholiab and every other craftsman to whom the LORD had given these skills and who was willing to come and do the work.

Good News Translation
Moses called Bezalel, Oholiab, and all the other skilled men to whom the LORD had given ability and who were willing to help, and Moses told them to start working.

International Standard Version
Then Moses summoned Bezalel, Oholiab, and all the skilled people to whom the LORD had given ability, including everyone whose hearts stirred them to come forward to do the work.

NET Bible
Moses summoned Bezalel and Oholiab and every skilled person in whom the LORD had put skill--everyone whose heart stirred him to volunteer to do the work,

New Heart English Bible
Moses called Bezalel and Oholiab, and every wise-hearted man, in whose heart God had put wisdom, even everyone whose heart stirred him up to come to the work to do it:

Webster's Bible Translation
And Moses called Bezaleel and Aholiab, and every wise-hearted man, in whose heart the LORD had put wisdom, even every one whose heart excited him to come to the work to do it:
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
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.

World English Bible
Moses called Bezalel and Oholiab, and every wise-hearted man, in whose heart Yahweh had put wisdom, even everyone whose heart stirred him up to come to the work to do it.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Moses calls to Bezaleel, and to Aholiab, and to every wise-hearted man in whose heart YHWH has given wisdom, everyone whom his heart lifted up, to come near to the work to do it.

Berean Literal Bible
And Moses called to Bezalel and to Oholiab and to to every man wise of heart in whom YHWH had put wisdom in his heart—everyone whose heart lifted him—to come near to the work to do it.

Young's Literal Translation
And Moses calleth unto Bezaleel, and unto Aholiab, and unto every wise-hearted man in whose heart Jehovah hath given wisdom, every one whom his heart lifted up, to come near unto the work to do it.

Smith's Literal Translation
And Moses will call to Bezaleel and to Aholiab, and to every man wise of heart, to whom Jehovah gave wisdom in his heart, every one who lifted up his heart to draw near to the work to do it:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And when Moses had called them, and every skilful man, to whom the Lord had given wisdom, and such as of their own accord had offered themselves to the making of the work,

Catholic Public Domain Version
And when Moses had called them and every man of learning, to whom the Lord had given wisdom, and who, of their own accord, had offered themselves in order to accomplish this work,

New American Bible
Moses then called Bezalel and Oholiab and all the other artisans whom the LORD had endowed with skill, men whose hearts moved them to come and do the work.

New Revised Standard Version
Moses then called Bezalel and Oholiab and every skillful one to whom the LORD had given skill, everyone whose heart was stirred to come to do the work;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Moses called Bezaliel and Elihab and every skillful man in whose heart the LORD had put wisdom, every one whose heart stirred him up to come to do the work.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Moshe called Betsalieil and Elihab and every man wise of heart to whom LORD JEHOVAH gave wisdom in his heart, everyone who purposed in his heart to come to the work to make it:
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Moses called Bezalel and Oholiab, 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.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Moses called Beseleel and Eliab, and all that had wisdom, to whom God gave knowledge in their heart, and all who were freely willing to come forward to the works, to perform them.

Additional Translations ...



Context
The Tabernacle Underwritten
1“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.” 2Then Moses summoned Bezalel, Oholiab, and every skilled person whom the LORD had gifted everyone whose heart stirred him to come and do the work. 3They received from Moses all the contributions that the Israelites had brought to carry out the service of constructing the sanctuary. Meanwhile, the people continued to bring freewill offerings morning after morning,…

Cross References
Then Moses summoned Bezalel, Oholiab, and every skilled person

Exodus 35:10
Let every skilled craftsman among you come and make everything that the LORD has commanded:

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, …

Exodus 35:30
Then Moses said to the Israelites, “See, the LORD has called by name Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.
whom the LORD had gifted—

Exodus 31:3
And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship,

Exodus 35:31
And He has filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship,

Exodus 28:3
You are to instruct all the skilled craftsmen, whom I have filled with a spirit of wisdom, to make garments for Aaron’s consecration, so that he may serve Me as priest.
everyone whose heart stirred him to come and do the work.

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.

Exodus 35:26
And all the skilled women whose hearts were stirred spun the goat hair.

Haggai 1:14
So the LORD stirred the spirit of Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and the spirit of Joshua son of Jehozadak, the high priest, as well as the spirit of all the remnant of the people. And they came and began the work on the house of the LORD of Hosts, their God,
Exodus 31:2-6
“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, / to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze, …

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.

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.”

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 54:13
Then all your sons will be taught by the LORD, and great will be their prosperity.

Proverbs 2:6
For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.


Treasury of Scripture

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 to the work to do it:

in whose

Exodus 28:3
And thou shalt speak unto all that are wise hearted, whom I have filled with the spirit of wisdom, that they may make Aaron's garments to consecrate him, that he may minister unto me in the priest's office.

Exodus 31:6
And I, behold, I have given with him Aholiab, the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan: and in the hearts of all that are wise hearted I have put wisdom, that they may make all that I have commanded thee;

Exodus 35:10,21-35
And every wise hearted among you shall come, and make all that the LORD hath commanded; …

one whose

Exodus 35:2,21,25,26
Six days shall work be done, but on the seventh day there shall be to you an holy day, a sabbath of rest to the LORD: whosoever doeth work therein shall be put to death…

1 Chronicles 29:5
The gold for things of gold, and the silver for things of silver, and for all manner of work to be made by the hands of artificers. And who then is willing to consecrate his service this day unto the LORD?

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Exodus 36
1. The offerings are delivered to the workmen
4. The generosity of the people is restrained
8. The curtains with cherubim
14. The curtains of goats' hair
19. The covering of skins
20. The boards with their sockets
31. The bars
35. The veil
37. The hanging for the door












Then Moses summoned Bezalel, Oholiab, and every skilled person

Moses gathered the craftsmen appointed for the Tabernacle’s construction. Bezalel of Judah and Oholiab of Dan worked alongside other capable Israelites, showing that the work involved the whole nation rather than one tribe or family. Their task was to carry out the design God had given Moses for Israel’s sanctuary.

Exo 35:10 Let every skilled craftsman among you come and make…
Exo 31:1-6 Then the LORD said to Moses,…
Exo 35:30 Then Moses said to the Israelites, “See, the LORD has…

whom the LORD had gifted—

Their ability was not treated as mere natural talent. God had equipped them with the knowledge, skill, and understanding needed to produce the Tabernacle, its furnishings, and the priestly garments according to His instructions. The excellence of the work reflected the holiness of the One for whom it was made.

Exo 31:3 And I have filled him with the Spirit of God…
Exo 35:31 And He has filled him with the Spirit of God,…
Exo 28:3 You are to instruct all the skilled craftsmen,…

everyone whose heart stirred him to come and do the work.

The craftsmen came willingly to serve. Their labor joined the freewill offerings already brought by the people, making the Tabernacle a national work of obedience and worship. God used both the resources and the abilities of His people to establish the place where He would dwell among them.

Exo 35:21 And everyone whose heart stirred him came…
Exo 35:26 And all the skilled women whose hearts were stirred…
Hag 1:14 So the LORD stirred the spirit of Zerubbabel…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Moses
The leader of the Israelites, chosen by God to lead His people out of Egypt and through the wilderness. He acts as the mediator between God and the Israelites.

2. Bezalel
A skilled craftsman filled with the Spirit of God, chosen to oversee the construction of the Tabernacle. His name means "in the shadow of God," indicating divine protection and guidance.

3. Oholiab
An assistant to Bezalel, also endowed with wisdom and skill for the work of the Tabernacle. His name means "Father's tent," symbolizing his role in constructing the dwelling place of God.

4. Skilled Persons
Individuals endowed with specific talents and skills by God to contribute to the building of the Tabernacle. Their hearts were stirred to participate in this holy work.

5. The Tabernacle
The portable sanctuary constructed by the Israelites as a place of worship and the dwelling place of God's presence among His people.
Teaching Points
Divine Calling and Gifting
God calls and equips individuals for specific tasks within His kingdom. Recognize and embrace the unique gifts God has given you for His service.

Willingness to Serve
The heart's willingness is crucial in serving God. Be open to the stirring of your heart by the Holy Spirit to engage in the work God has prepared for you.

Unity in Diversity
Just as the construction of the Tabernacle required various skills, the body of Christ functions best when each member contributes their unique gifts in unity.

Obedience to God's Plan
The skilled workers followed God's detailed instructions for the Tabernacle. Similarly, we should seek to align our actions with God's will and purpose.

The Importance of Community
The collective effort in building the Tabernacle underscores the importance of community in accomplishing God's work. Engage with your faith community to fulfill God's mission together.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Exodus 36:2?

2. How does Exodus 36:2 demonstrate God's provision for skilled workers in ministry?

3. What role does willingness play in serving God, according to Exodus 36:2?

4. How can we identify and encourage God-given skills within our church community?

5. In what ways can we apply our skills for God's glory today?

6. How does Exodus 36:2 connect with New Testament teachings on spiritual gifts?

7. How does Exodus 36:2 reflect God's selection of skilled workers for His purposes?

8. Why did God choose Bezalel and Oholiab specifically in Exodus 36:2?

9. What does Exodus 36:2 reveal about the importance of community in accomplishing God's work?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 36?


(2) Moses called Bezaleel--i.e., Moses summoned Bezaleel, Aholiab, and their chief assistants, into his presence, and committed to them the offerings which he had received from the people (Exodus 36:3)--the gold, the silver, the bronze, the shittim wood, the thread, the goats' hair, the rams' skins, the seals' skins, the precious stones, the oil, the spices, &c. "They received of Moses all the offering that had been hitherto brought.

Verses 2, 3. - Moses called Bezaleel, etc. Having received sufficient materials for a beginning, Moses summoned Bezaleel, Aholiab, and their chief assistants, to his presence, and delivered into their hands the various offerings - the wood, the metal, the precious stones, the thread, the goats' hair, the rams' skins, the seals' skins, etc. Upon these materials they proceeded at once to work. They brought yet unto him free offerings every morning. The people still continued to give. Freewill offerings kept continually flowing in. Morning after morning a fresh supply was brought to Moses, who passed it on to those engaged in the work.

Exodus 36:2 portrays a beautiful synergy: God calls (through Moses), equips (through gifts), and motivates (through stirred hearts) so that His people willingly step forward to accomplish His work. Every name, every skill, every stirred heart matters, and the ultimate aim is the habitation of God among His people—a timeless pattern for service today.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Then Moses
מֹשֶׁ֗ה (mō·šeh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4872: Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver

summoned
וַיִּקְרָ֣א (way·yiq·rā)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7121: To call, proclaim, read

Bezalel,
בְּצַלְאֵ֘ל‪‬ (bə·ṣal·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1212: Bezalel -- 'in the shadow (protection) of El', two Israelites

Oholiab,
אָֽהֳלִיאָב֒ (’ā·ho·lî·’āḇ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 171: Oholiab -- 'father's tent', an assistant of Bezalel

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

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

person
אִ֣ישׁ (’îš)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person

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

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

had gifted—
נָתַ֧ן (nā·ṯan)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5414: To give, put, set

everyone
כֹּ֚ל (kōl)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

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

heart
לִבּ֔וֹ (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

to come
לְקָרְבָ֥ה (lə·qā·rə·ḇāh)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 7126: To come near, approach

and do
לַעֲשֹׂ֥ת (la·‘ă·śōṯ)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 6213: To do, make

the work.
הַמְּלָאכָ֖ה (ham·mə·lā·ḵāh)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 4399: Deputyship, ministry, employment, work, property


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