Exodus 36:4

Authorized King James Version

And all the wise men, that wrought all the work of the sanctuary, came every man from his work which they made;

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיָּבֹ֙אוּ֙

H935

came

to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)

כָּל

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

הַ֣חֲכָמִ֔ים

H2450

And all the wise men

wise, (i.e., intelligent, skilful or artful)

עֹשִֽׂים׃

H6213

that wrought

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

אֵ֖ת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

כָּל

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

מִמְּלַאכְתּ֖וֹ

H4399

all the work

properly, deputyship, i.e., ministry; generally, employment (never servile) or work (abstractly or concretely); also property (as the result of labor)

הַקֹּ֑דֶשׁ

H6944

of the sanctuary

a sacred place or thing; rarely abstract, sanctity

אִ֥ישׁ

H376

every man

a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)

#10

אִ֥ישׁ

H376

every man

a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)

#11

מִמְּלַאכְתּ֖וֹ

H4399

all the work

properly, deputyship, i.e., ministry; generally, employment (never servile) or work (abstractly or concretely); also property (as the result of labor)

#12

אֲשֶׁר

H834

who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc

#13

הֵ֥מָּה

H1992

they (only used when emphatic)

#14

עֹשִֽׂים׃

H6213

that wrought

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Exodus. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Exodus Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?

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