Exodus 31:8
And the table and his furniture, and the pure candlestick with all his furniture, and the altar of incense,
Original Language Analysis
וְאֶת
H853
וְאֶת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
1 of 13
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
הַשֻּׁלְחָן֙
And the table
H7979
הַשֻּׁלְחָן֙
And the table
Strong's:
H7979
Word #:
2 of 13
a table (as spread out); by implication, a meal
וְאֶת
H853
וְאֶת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
3 of 13
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
כֵּלֶ֑יהָ
and his furniture
H3627
כֵּלֶ֑יהָ
and his furniture
Strong's:
H3627
Word #:
4 of 13
something prepared, i.e., any apparatus (as an implement, utensil, dress, vessel or weapon)
וְאֶת
H853
וְאֶת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
5 of 13
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
הַטְּהֹרָ֖ה
and the pure
H2889
הַטְּהֹרָ֖ה
and the pure
Strong's:
H2889
Word #:
7 of 13
pure (in a physical, chemical, ceremonial or moral sense)
וְאֶת
H853
וְאֶת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
8 of 13
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
כָּל
H3605
כָּל
Strong's:
H3605
Word #:
9 of 13
properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)
כֵּלֶ֑יהָ
and his furniture
H3627
כֵּלֶ֑יהָ
and his furniture
Strong's:
H3627
Word #:
10 of 13
something prepared, i.e., any apparatus (as an implement, utensil, dress, vessel or weapon)
Historical Context
These craftsmen led teams of skilled workers who constructed the tabernacle according to Moses' pattern. Their Spirit-filling for technical work demonstrated that God values and empowers all forms of service, not just spiritual leadership.
Questions for Reflection
- How does the Spirit's equipping for artistic work validate creativity and craftsmanship as ministry?
- What talents has God given you that can serve His purposes when consecrated to Him?
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Analysis & Commentary
Bezalel and Oholiab are filled with God's Spirit for artistic work—wisdom, understanding, knowledge, craftsmanship. This demonstrates that the Holy Spirit equips not only for preaching/teaching but for creative, technical skills. All talents serve God's purposes when consecrated to Him. The Spirit who designed creation enables artisans to create beauty for worship. Christ, the wisdom of God, is the ultimate craftsman who builds His church.