Exodus 38:24

Authorized King James Version

All the gold that was occupied for the work in all the work of the holy place, even the gold of the offering, was twenty and nine talents, and seven hundred and thirty shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary.

Word-by-Word Analysis

כָּל

H3605

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

זְהַ֣ב

H2091

All the gold

gold, figuratively, something gold-colored (i.e., yellow), as oil, a clear sky

הֶֽעָשׂוּי֙

H6213

that was occupied

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

מְלֶ֣אכֶת

H4399

for the work

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

בְּכֹ֖ל

H3605

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

מְלֶ֣אכֶת

H4399

for the work

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

הַקֹּֽדֶשׁ׃

H6944

of the holy

a sacred place or thing; rarely abstract, sanctity

וַיְהִ֣י׀

H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

זְהַ֣ב

H2091

All the gold

gold, figuratively, something gold-colored (i.e., yellow), as oil, a clear sky

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הַתְּנוּפָ֗ה

H8573

of the offering

a brandishing (in threat); by implication, tumult; specifically, the official undulation of sacrificial offerings

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תֵּ֤שַׁע

H8672

and nine

nine or (ordinal) ninth

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וְעֶשְׂרִים֙

H6242

was twenty

twenty; also (ordinal) twentieth

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כִּכָּ֔ר

H3603

talents

a circle, i.e., (by implication) a circumjacent tract or region, especially the ghor or valley of the jordan; also a (round) loaf; also a talent (or l

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וּשְׁבַ֨ע

H7651

and seven

seven (as the sacred full one); also (adverbially) seven times; by implication, a week; by extension, an indefinite number

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מֵא֧וֹת

H3967

hundred

a hundred; also as a multiplicative and a fraction

#16

וּשְׁלֹשִׁ֛ים

H7970

and thirty

thirty; or (ordinal) thirtieth

#17

בְּשֶׁ֥קֶל

H8255

after the shekel

probably a weight; used as a commercial standard

#18

בְּשֶׁ֥קֶל

H8255

after the shekel

probably a weight; used as a commercial standard

#19

הַקֹּֽדֶשׁ׃

H6944

of the holy

a sacred place or thing; rarely abstract, sanctity

Analysis

Within the broader context of Exodus, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Exodus.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

How does this verse's literary context within Exodus chapter 38 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
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 the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?

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