Exodus 31:2
See, I have called by name Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah:
Original Language Analysis
רְאֵ֖ה
See
H7200
רְאֵ֖ה
See
Strong's:
H7200
Word #:
1 of 10
to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)
קָרָ֣אתִֽי
I have called
H7121
קָרָ֣אתִֽי
I have called
Strong's:
H7121
Word #:
2 of 10
to call out to (i.e., properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications)
בְשֵׁ֑ם
by name
H8034
בְשֵׁ֑ם
by name
Strong's:
H8034
Word #:
3 of 10
an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character
בֶן
the son
H1121
בֶן
the son
Strong's:
H1121
Word #:
5 of 10
a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or
בֶן
the son
H1121
בֶן
the son
Strong's:
H1121
Word #:
7 of 10
a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or
Cross References
Exodus 35:30And Moses said unto the children of Israel, See, the LORD hath called by name Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah;Exodus 36:1Then wrought Bezaleel and Aholiab, and every wise hearted man, in whom the LORD put wisdom and understanding to know how to work all manner of work for the service of the sanctuary, according to all that the LORD had commanded.John 3:27John answered and said, A man can receive nothing, except it be given him from heaven.
Historical Context
Bezalel's genealogy is given (son of Uri, son of Hur), establishing his legitimate place in Israel. Hur had supported Moses during the Amalek battle (Exodus 17:12), possibly indicating that faithful families often produce faithful servants across generations.
Questions for Reflection
- What does Bezalel's name ('in the shadow of God') teach about working under divine protection?
- How does Christ, the ultimate Son of Judah, accomplish God's purposes from 'the shadow of the Almighty'?
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Analysis & Commentary
Bezalel ben Uri ben Hur, of the tribe of Judah, is called by name—God knows His workers individually. Bezalel (בְּצַלְאֵל, 'in the shadow/protection of God') bears a name reflecting his relationship with God. From Judah's tribe (the royal tribe from which David and Christ come), Bezalel represents how God uses those under His protection for His purposes. Christ, the ultimate Son of Judah, is 'in the shadow of the Almighty' and accomplishes God's redemptive work.