and the woven garments for ministering in the holy place--both the holy garments for Aaron the priest and the garments for his sons to serve as priests." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 35:19? 2. How does Exodus 35:19 emphasize the importance of priestly garments for worship? 3. What role do "woven garments for ministering" play in the tabernacle's function? 4. How can we apply the concept of sacred attire in our worship today? 5. What connections exist between Exodus 35:19 and New Testament teachings on priesthood? 6. How does Exodus 35:19 inspire us to contribute our skills to God's work? 7. What is the significance of the priestly garments mentioned in Exodus 35:19? 8. How do the priestly garments in Exodus 35:19 reflect God's holiness? 9. Why were specific garments required for the priests in Exodus 35:19? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 35? 11. Who was the high priest in the Bible? 12. Is there any historical record or physical evidence (Exodus 29:1-9) that the elaborate priestly garments and ordination ceremonies described actually took place as written? 13. Exodus 39:22-26: Are there historical or archaeological records to confirm that such finely woven robes, bells, and pomegranates could have been produced by this group at that time? 14. Why would Michal possess a 'household idol' (1 Samuel 19:13) in a culture supposedly devoted to the worship of one God? Discussion Questions 1. How do the instructions for the priestly garments in Exodus 35:19 reflect God's character and His expectations for holiness?2. In what ways can we, as modern believers, contribute to the "building" of God's kingdom, similar to how the Israelites contributed to the Tabernacle? 3. How does understanding the role of the high priest in the Old Testament enhance our appreciation of Jesus' role as our High Priest? 4. What are some practical ways we can live out our identity as a "royal priesthood" in our daily lives, as described in 1 Peter 2:9? 5. How can the community of believers today support and encourage one another in fulfilling our God-given roles, similar to the Israelites' collective effort in Exodus 35?1. How does the community's response to God's call for contributions reflect their faith and commitment? 2. How does the concept of Sabbath presented in this passage relate to our modern understanding of work-life balance? 3. In what ways can our personal talents be used for a higher purpose or service, as depicted by the craftsmen in the passage? 4. What role does the Tabernacle play in the spiritual life of the Israelites? 5. How do the detailed instructions for the Tabernacle's construction reflect God's interest in order and beauty? 6. What does the freewill offering teach us about voluntary service and generosity? 7. How does the Spirit of God empower Bezalel and Oholiab in their craftsmanship? 8. In a modern context, how can we make our workplaces or homes resemble a Tabernacle, i.e., places where God's presence is felt? 9. What kind of attitude should we have when contributing to a religious or spiritual cause, based on this passage? 10. How do the offerings given by the people demonstrate the value of sacrifice in faith? 11. How do you interpret the phrase "everyone whose heart stirred him" in the context of our personal callings? 12. What lessons can we learn from the participation of both men and women in this sacred project? 13. How does the communal effort in building the Tabernacle illustrate the concept of unity in faith? 14. What do the assigned roles and responsibilities in constructing the Tabernacle tell us about the importance of everyone's contribution in a community? 15. How do you think Bezalel and Oholiab felt about their roles, and how would you feel if you were in their shoes? 16. What modern-day situations require the same level of detailed planning and community involvement as the construction of the Tabernacle? 17. How does the passage relate to the saying "Many hands make light work"? 18. In your life, when have you seen an example of everyone’s unique skills and contributions coming together for a greater purpose, similar to the construction of the Tabernacle? 19. How can we ensure that our gifts and contributions are not used for self-glory but for glorifying God, as exemplified in the passage? 20. How can we apply the principles of obedience, generosity, and community involvement in this passage to solve problems in our present-day societies? Links Exodus 35:19 NIVExodus 35:19 NLT Exodus 35:19 ESV Exodus 35:19 NASB Exodus 35:19 KJV Exodus 35:19 Commentaries Bible Hub |



