New International Version All those who were skilled among the workers made the tabernacle with ten curtains of finely twisted linen and blue, purple and scarlet yarn, with cherubim woven into them by expert hands. New Living Translation The skilled craftsmen made ten curtains of finely woven linen for the Tabernacle. Then Bezalel decorated the curtains with blue, purple, and scarlet thread and with skillfully embroidered cherubim. English Standard Version And all the craftsmen among the workmen made the tabernacle with ten curtains. They were made of fine twined linen and blue and purple and scarlet yarns, with cherubim skillfully worked. Berean Standard Bible All the skilled craftsmen among the workmen made the ten curtains for the tabernacle. They were made of finely spun linen, as well as blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, with cherubim skillfully worked into them. Berean Literal Bible And everyone wise of heart among those doing the work made the tabernacle; ten curtains of finely woven linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet yarn; cherubim—the work of a designer—he made them. King James Bible And every wise hearted man among them that wrought the work of the tabernacle made ten curtains of fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet: with cherubims of cunning work made he them. New King James Version Then all the gifted artisans among them who worked on the tabernacle made ten curtains woven of fine linen, and of blue, purple, and scarlet thread; with artistic designs of cherubim they made them. New American Standard Bible All the skillful people among those who were performing the work made the tabernacle with ten curtains; of fine twisted linen and violet, purple, and scarlet material, with cherubim, the work of a skilled embroiderer, Bezalel made them. NASB 1995 All the skillful men among those who were performing the work made the tabernacle with ten curtains; of fine twisted linen and blue and purple and scarlet material, with cherubim, the work of a skillful workman, Bezalel made them. NASB 1977 And all the skillful men among those who were performing the work made the tabernacle with ten curtains; of fine twisted linen and blue and purple and scarlet material, with cherubim, the work of a skillful workman, Bezalel made them. Legacy Standard Bible And all those wise at heart among those who were doing the work made the tabernacle with ten curtains; of fine twisted linen and blue and purple and scarlet material, with cherubim, the work of a skillful designer, Bezalel made them. Amplified Bible All the skilled men among them who were doing the work on the tabernacle made ten curtains of fine twisted linen and blue, purple, and scarlet fabric, with cherubim [worked into them], the work of an embroiderer, Bezalel made them. Berean Annotated Bible All the skilled craftsmen among the workmen made the ten curtains for the tabernacle. They were made of finely spun linen, as well as blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, with cherubim skillfully worked into them. Christian Standard Bible All the skilled artisans among those doing the work made the tabernacle with ten curtains. Bezalel made them of finely spun linen, as well as blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, with a design of cherubim worked into them. Holman Christian Standard Bible All the skilled craftsmen among those doing the work made the tabernacle with 10 curtains. Bezalel made them of finely spun linen, as well as blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, with a design of cherubim worked into them. American Standard Version And all the wise-hearted men among them that wrought the work made the tabernacle with ten curtains; of fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet, with cherubim, the work of the skilful workman, Bezalel made them. English Revised Version And every wise hearted man among them that wrought the work made the tabernacle with ten curtains; of fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet, with cherubim the work of the cunning workman made he them. GOD'S WORD® Translation All the skilled craftsmen among the workers made the inner tent with ten sheets made from fine linen yarn and violet, purple, and bright red yarn. An angel design was creatively worked into the fabric. Good News Translation The most skilled men among those doing the work made the Tent of the LORD's presence. They made it out of ten pieces of fine linen woven with blue, purple, and red wool and embroidered with figures of winged creatures. International Standard Version All the skilled craftsmen among the workers made the tent with ten curtains of fine woven linen, blue, purple, and scarlet material. He made them with cherubim skillfully worked into them. NET Bible All the skilled among those who were doing the work made the tabernacle with ten curtains of fine twisted linen and blue and purple and scarlet; they were made with cherubim that were the work of an artistic designer. New Heart English Bible All the wise-hearted men among those who did the work made the tabernacle with ten curtains; of fine twined linen, blue, purple, and scarlet, with cherubim, the work of the skillful workman, they made them. Webster's Bible Translation And every wise-hearted man among them that wrought the work of the tabernacle made ten curtains of fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet: he made them with cherubim of curious work. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAll the skilled craftsmen among the workmen made the ten curtains for the tabernacle. They were made of finely spun linen, as well as blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, with cherubim skillfully worked into them. World English Bible All the wise-hearted men among those who did the work made the tabernacle with ten curtains of fine twined linen, blue, purple, and scarlet. They made them with cherubim, the work of a skillful workman. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd all the wise-hearted ones among the doers of the work make the Dwelling Place; he has made them [with] ten curtains of twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet, [with] cherubim, the work of a designer. Berean Literal Bible And everyone wise of heart among those doing the work made the tabernacle; ten curtains of finely woven linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet yarn; cherubim—the work of a designer—he made them. Young's Literal Translation And all the wise-hearted ones among the doers of the work make the tabernacle; ten curtains of twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet, with cherubs, work of a designer, he hath made them. Smith's Literal Translation And all the wise of heart will work in doing the work of the temple: ten curtains of twisted byssus and cerulean purple, and red purple, and double scarlet; Cherubs a skilful work he made them. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd all the men that were wise of heart, to accomplish the work of the tabernacle, made ten curtains of twisted fine linen, and violet, and purple, and scarlet twice dyed, with varied work, and the art of embroidering: Catholic Public Domain Version And all those who were wise of heart, in order to accomplish the work of the tabernacle, made ten curtains of fine twisted linen, and hyacinth, and purple, and twice-dyed scarlet, with diverse workmanship by the art of embroidery. New American Bible The various artisans who were doing the work made the tabernacle with its ten sheets woven of fine linen twined, having cherubim embroidered on them with violet, purple, and scarlet yarn. New Revised Standard Version All those with skill among the workers made the tabernacle with ten curtains; they were made of fine twisted linen, and blue, purple, and crimson yarns, with cherubim skillfully worked into them. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd all the skillful men among those who did the work of the tabernacle made ten curtains of fine twined linen and blue and purple and scarlet material; with cherubim artistically wrought they made them. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And all the wise in heart worked and they made the work of the Tabernacle of ten curtains of fine woven white linen, the blue fringes and purple and dye of scarlet, the Cherubim, the work of a craftsman they made them. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And every wise-hearted man among them that wrought the work made the tabernacle with ten curtains: of fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet, with cherubim the work of the skilful workman made he them. Brenton Septuagint Translation And they made ten curtains for the tabernacle; Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Curtains for the Tabernacle8All the skilled craftsmen among the workmen made the ten curtains for the tabernacle. They were made of finely spun linen, as well as blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, with cherubim skillfully worked into them. 9Each curtain was twenty-eight cubits long and four cubits wide; all the curtains were the same size.… Cross References All the skilled craftsmen among the workmen made the ten curtains for the tabernacle. 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 35:30-35 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. / And He has 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 Chronicles 22:15-16 You also have many workers: stonecutters, masons, carpenters, and men skilled in every kind of work— / in gold and silver, bronze and iron—craftsmen beyond number. Now begin the work, and may the LORD be with you.” They were made of finely spun linen, Exodus 26:1 “You are to construct the tabernacle itself with ten curtains of finely spun linen, each with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and cherubim skillfully worked into them. Exodus 39:2-3 Bezalel made the ephod of finely spun linen embroidered with gold, and with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn. / They hammered out thin sheets of gold and cut threads from them to interweave with the blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and fine linen—the work of a skilled craftsman. Exodus 28:39 You are to weave the tunic with fine linen, make the turban of fine linen, and fashion an embroidered sash. as well as blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, Exodus 25:4 blue, purple, and scarlet yarn; fine linen and goat hair; Exodus 35:6 blue, purple, and scarlet yarn; fine linen and goat hair; Exodus 35:23 Everyone who had blue, purple, or scarlet yarn, or fine linen, goat hair, ram skins dyed red, or articles of fine leather, brought them. with cherubim skillfully worked into them. 2 Chronicles 3:14 He made the veil of blue, purple, and crimson yarn and fine linen, with cherubim woven into it. Exodus 26:31 Make a veil of blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and finely spun linen, with cherubim skillfully worked into it. Hebrews 9:3-5 Behind the second curtain was a room called the Most Holy Place, / containing the golden altar of incense and the gold-covered ark of the covenant. Inside the ark were the gold jar of manna, Aaron’s staff that had budded, and the stone tablets of the covenant. / Above the ark were the cherubim of glory, overshadowing the mercy seat. But we cannot discuss these things in detail now. Exodus 25:9 You must make the tabernacle and design all its furnishings according to the pattern I show you. Exodus 25:40 See to it that you make everything according to the pattern shown you on the mountain. Exodus 35:10 Let every skilled craftsman among you come and make everything that the LORD has commanded: Exodus 39:32 So all the work for the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting, was completed. The Israelites did everything just as the LORD had commanded Moses. Treasury of Scripture And every wise hearted man among them that worked the work of the tabernacle made ten curtains of fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet: with cherubim of cunning work made he them. wise 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 And every wise hearted among you shall come, and make all that the LORD hath commanded; made Exodus 26:1-37 Moreover thou shalt make the tabernacle with ten curtains of fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet: with cherubims of cunning work shalt thou make them… 1 Chronicles 15:1 And David made him houses in the city of David, and prepared a place for the ark of God, and pitched for it a tent. cherubims. Exodus 1:10 Come on, let us deal wisely with them; lest they multiply, and it come to pass, that, when there falleth out any war, they join also unto our enemies, and fight against us, and so get them up out of the land. Exodus 10:14 And the locusts went up over all the land of Egypt, and rested in all the coasts of Egypt: very grievous were they; before them there were no such locusts as they, neither after them shall be such. Genesis 3:24 So he drove out the man; and he placed at the east of the garden of Eden Cherubims, and a flaming sword which turned every way, to keep the way of the tree of life. Jump to Previous Blue Cherubim Cunning Curious Curtains Fine Hearted Linen Material Performing Purple Scarlet Skillful Tabernacle Ten Twined Twisted Wise Wise-Hearted Work Workman WroughtJump to Next Blue Cherubim Cunning Curious Curtains Fine Hearted Linen Material Performing Purple Scarlet Skillful Tabernacle Ten Twined Twisted Wise Wise-Hearted Work Workman WroughtExodus 36 1. The offerings are delivered to the workmen4. 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 All the skilled craftsmen among the workmen made the ten curtains for the tabernacle. The curtains were produced by the artisans appointed for the work, following the pattern God had given for Israel’s sanctuary. Together, the ten panels formed the inner covering of the tabernacle, surrounding the place where God would dwell among His people. Exo 31:1-6 Then the LORD said to Moses,… They were made of finely spun linen, The linen provided a pure, durable fabric suitable for the holy dwelling. Its careful preparation reflected the excellence required for the service of God. Exo 26:1 You are to construct the tabernacle itself… as well as blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, These costly colors gave the curtains a royal and sacred character. Their use distinguished the tabernacle from an ordinary tent and testified to the majesty of the God worshiped there. Exo 25:4 blue, purple, and scarlet yarn; fine linen and goat hair; with cherubim skillfully worked into them. The cherubim represented the heavenly attendants of God’s presence. Woven into the curtains surrounding the sanctuary, they reminded Israel that access to the holy God was guarded and approached only according to His provision. 2Ch 3:14 He made the veil of blue, purple, and crimson yarn… Persons / Places / Events 1. Skilled CraftsmenThese were the artisans endowed with wisdom and skill by God to construct the tabernacle and its furnishings. Their work was crucial in creating a dwelling place for God's presence among the Israelites. 2. The Tabernacle A portable sanctuary that served as the dwelling place of God among His people during their journey through the wilderness. It was a central place of worship and sacrifice. 3. Curtains The ten curtains mentioned were part of the tabernacle's structure, made with specific materials and designs as instructed by God. They symbolized the separation between the holy and the common. 4. Finely Spun Linen, Blue, Purple, and Scarlet Yarn These materials were chosen for their quality and significance. Linen represented purity, while the colors had royal and priestly connotations. 5. Cherubim Angelic beings depicted in the design of the curtains, symbolizing the presence and protection of God. Teaching Points God's Provision of SkillsGod equips His people with the necessary skills and wisdom to accomplish His purposes. We should seek to use our talents for His glory. The Importance of Obedience The craftsmen followed God's detailed instructions, demonstrating the importance of obedience in our walk with God. Symbolism in Worship The materials and designs used in the tabernacle were rich with symbolism, reminding us that our worship should reflect the holiness and majesty of God. God's Presence Among His People The tabernacle was a tangible sign of God's desire to dwell among His people, pointing to the ultimate fulfillment in Jesus Christ and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. The Role of Community in Worship The construction of the tabernacle was a communal effort, illustrating the importance of working together in the body of Christ to build His kingdom. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 36:8?2. How does Exodus 36:8 demonstrate the importance of skilled craftsmanship in God's work? 3. What can we learn about obedience from the artisans' actions in Exodus 36:8? 4. How does the tabernacle's construction in Exodus 36:8 connect to New Testament teachings? 5. In what ways can we use our skills to serve God today? 6. How does Exodus 36:8 inspire us to contribute to our church community? 7. How does Exodus 36:8 reflect the importance of craftsmanship in biblical times? 8. What does Exodus 36:8 reveal about the Israelites' dedication to God's instructions? 9. How does the construction of the tabernacle in Exodus 36:8 symbolize God's presence among His people? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 36? THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE TABERNACLE. (8-13) This passage follows exactly Exodus 26:1-6, the tenses of the verbs alone being changed. It relates the construction of the inner covering. Verses 8-38. - The remainder of this chapter requires no comment, since it goes over ground already covered. The passage from ver. 8 to ver. 18 corresponds exactly with Exodus 26:1-11; that from ver. 19-34 with Exodus 26:14-29; that consisting of vers. 35, 36, with Exodus 26:33, 34; and the two concluding vers. with Exodus 26:36, 37. Under these circumstances a few mistranslations will alone be noticed. Exodus 36:8 reveals that God equipped skilled artisans to create ten flawless curtains of fine linen, richly colored and embroidered with cherubim, forming the tabernacle’s walls. Every detail—expert craftsmanship, complete coverage, pure linen, royal hues, and angelic images—points to God’s righteous, majestic, and redemptive presence dwelling among His people, ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ who “tabernacled” with us and opened the way into God’s holy place.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Allכָל־ (ḵāl) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the skilled craftsmen חֲכַם־ (ḥă·ḵam-) Adjective - masculine singular construct Strong's 2450: Wise among the workmen וַיַּעֲשׂ֨וּ (way·ya·‘ă·śū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 6213: To do, make made בְּעֹשֵׂ֧י (bə·‘ō·śê) Preposition-b | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct Strong's 6213: To do, make the ten עֶ֣שֶׂר (‘e·śer) Number - feminine singular construct Strong's 6235: Ten curtains יְרִיעֹ֑ת (yə·rî·‘ōṯ) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 3407: A hanging for the tabernacle. הַמִּשְׁכָּ֖ן (ham·miš·kān) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4908: A residence, the Tabernacle They were made עָשָׂ֥ה (‘ā·śāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make of finely spun מָשְׁזָ֗ר (mā·šə·zār) Verb - Hofal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 7806: To be twisted linen, שֵׁ֣שׁ (šêš) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 8336: Bleached stuff, white linen, marble as well as blue, וּתְכֵ֤לֶת (ū·ṯə·ḵê·leṯ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 8504: The cerulean mussel, the color, obtained therefrom, stuff dyed therewith purple, וְאַרְגָּמָן֙ (wə·’ar·gā·mān) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 713: Purple, red-purple and scarlet yarn, וְתוֹלַ֣עַת (wə·ṯō·w·la·‘aṯ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 8438: The crimson-grub, of the color, from it, cloths dyed therewith with a design חֹשֵׁ֖ב (ḥō·šêḇ) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 2803: To think, account of cherubim כְּרֻבִ֛ים (kə·ru·ḇîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3742: Probably an order of angelic beings worked into them. מַעֲשֵׂ֥ה (ma·‘ă·śêh) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4639: An action, a transaction, activity, a product, property Additonal Resources Exodus 36:8 Blue Letter BibleExodus 36:8 Bible Gateway Exodus 36:8 Bible.com Exodus 36:8 NIV |
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