New International Versionand everyone who was willing and whose heart moved them came and brought an offering to the LORD for the work on the tent of meeting, for all its service, and for the sacred garments.
New Living TranslationAll whose hearts were stirred and whose spirits were moved came and brought their sacred offerings to the LORD. They brought all the materials needed for the Tabernacle, for the performance of its rituals, and for the sacred garments.
English Standard VersionAnd they came, everyone whose heart stirred him, and everyone whose spirit moved him, and brought the LORD’s contribution to be used for the tent of meeting, and for all its service, and for the holy garments.
Berean Standard BibleAnd everyone whose heart stirred him and whose spirit prompted him came and brought an offering to the LORD for the work on the Tent of Meeting, for all its services, and for the holy garments.
King James BibleAnd they came, every one whose heart stirred him up, and every one whom his spirit made willing, and they brought the LORD'S offering to the work of the tabernacle of the congregation, and for all his service, and for the holy garments.
New King James VersionThen everyone came whose heart was stirred, and everyone whose spirit was willing, and they brought the LORD’s offering for the work of the tabernacle of meeting, for all its service, and for the holy garments.
New American Standard BibleAnd everyone whose heart stirred him and everyone whose spirit moved him came and brought the LORD’S contribution for the work of the tent of meeting and for all its service, and for the holy garments.
NASB 1995Everyone whose heart stirred him and everyone whose spirit moved him came and brought the LORD’S contribution for the work of the tent of meeting and for all its service and for the holy garments.
NASB 1977And everyone whose heart stirred him and everyone whose spirit moved him came and brought the LORD’S contribution for the work of the tent of meeting and for all its service and for the holy garments.
Legacy Standard BibleAnd everyone whose heart stirred him and everyone whose spirit was willing came and brought the contribution to Yahweh for the work of the tent of meeting and for all its service and for the holy garments.
Amplified BibleEveryone whose heart stirred him and everyone whose spirit moved him came and brought the LORD’S offering to be used for the Tent of Meeting, for all its service, and for the holy garments.
Christian Standard BibleEveryone whose heart was moved and whose spirit prompted him came and brought an offering to the LORD for the work on the tent of meeting, for all its services, and for the holy garments.
Holman Christian Standard BibleEveryone whose heart was moved and whose spirit prompted him came and brought an offering to the LORD for the work on the tent of meeting, for all its services, and for the holy garments.
American Standard VersionAnd they came, every one whose heart stirred him up, and every one whom his spirit made willing, and brought Jehovah's offering, for the work of the tent of meeting, and for all the service thereof, and for the holy garments.
Contemporary English VersionThen those who wanted to bring gifts to the LORD, brought them to be used for the sacred tent, the worship services, and the priestly clothes.
English Revised VersionAnd they came, every one whose heart stirred him up, and every one whom his spirit made willing, and brought the LORD'S offering, for the work of the tent of meeting, and for all the service thereof, and for the holy garments.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThose who were willing and whose hearts moved them came and brought their contributions to the LORD. The gifts were used to construct the tent of meeting, to pay other expenses, and to make the holy clothes.
Good News Translationand everyone who wished to do so brought an offering to the LORD for making the Tent of the LORD's presence. They brought everything needed for use in worship and for making the priestly garments.
International Standard Versionand every person whose heart moved him and all whose spirits prompted them, brought an offering to the LORD for constructing the Tent of Meeting, for all its service, and for the holy garments.
NET BibleEveryone whose heart stirred him to action and everyone whose spirit was willing came and brought the offering for the LORD for the work of the tent of meeting, for all its service, and for the holy garments.
New Heart English BibleThey came, everyone whose heart stirred him up, and everyone whom his spirit made willing, and brought the LORD's offering, for the work of the Tent of Meeting, and for all of its service, and for the holy garments.
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd they came, every one whose heart excited him, and every one whom his spirit made willing, and they brought the LORD'S offering to the work of the tabernacle of the congregation, and for all his service, and for the holy garments. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd everyone whose heart stirred him and whose spirit prompted him came and brought an offering to the LORD for the work on the Tent of Meeting, for all its services, and for the holy garments.
World English BibleThey came, everyone whose heart stirred him up, and everyone whom his spirit made willing, and brought Yahweh’s offering for the work of the Tent of Meeting, and for all of its service, and for the holy garments. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand they come in—every man whom his heart has lifted up, and everyone whom his spirit has made willing—they have brought in the raised-offering of YHWH for the work of the Tent of Meeting, and for all its service, and for the holy garments.
Young's Literal Translation and they come in -- every man whom his heart hath lifted up, and every one whom his spirit hath made willing -- they have brought in the heave-offering of Jehovah for the work of the tent of meeting, and for all its service, and for the holy garments.
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd they will come, every man whose heart lifted him up and every one whose spirit impelled him, and they brought the offering of Jehovah to the work of the tent of appointment, and for all its work, and for the garments of the holy place. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleOffered firstfruits to the Lord with a most ready and devout mind, to make the work of the tabernacle of the testimony. Whatsoever was necessary to the service, and to the holy vestments,
Catholic Public Domain Versionoffered the first-fruits to the Lord with a most ready and devout mind, to accomplish the work of the tabernacle of the testimony. Whatever was needed for worship and for the holy vestments,
New American Bibleall, as their hearts moved them and their spirit prompted, brought a contribution to the LORD for the work of the tent of meeting, for all its services, and for the sacred vestments.
New Revised Standard VersionAnd they came, everyone whose heart was stirred, and everyone whose spirit was willing, and brought the LORD’s offering to be used for the tent of meeting, and for all its service, and for the sacred vestments. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd they came, every one who was willing in his heart and every one whose spirit made him willing, and they brought offerings for the LORD, to the work of the tabernacle of the congregation, and for all its service, and for the holy vestments.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd every man who consulted with his heart brought something, and every man who considered in his spirit brought an offering to LORD JEHOVAH for the work of the Time Tent and for all its service and for the garments of holiness. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And they came, every one whose heart stirred him up, and every one whom his spirit made willing, and brought the LORD'S offering, for the work of the tent of meeting, and for all the service thereof, and for the holy garments.
Brenton Septuagint Translationand they brought an offering to the Lord for all the works of the tabernacle of witness, and all its services, and for all the robes of the sanctuary.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The People Offer Gifts20Then the whole congregation of Israel withdrew from the presence of Moses. 21And everyonewhoseheartstirred himandwhosespiritpromptedhimcameand broughtan offeringto the LORDfor the workon the Tentof Meeting,for allits services,and for the holygarments.22So all who had willing hearts, both men and women, came and brought brooches and earrings, rings and necklaces, and all kinds of gold jewelry. And they all presented their gold as a wave offering to the LORD.…
Cross References 2 Corinthians 9:7Each one should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not out of regret or compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver.
1 Chronicles 29:9And the people rejoiced at the willing response of their leaders, for they had given to the LORD freely and wholeheartedly. And King David also rejoiced greatly.
1 Chronicles 29:17I know, my God, that You test the heart and delight in uprightness. All these things I have given willingly and with an upright heart, and now I have seen Your people who are present here giving joyfully and willingly to You.
2 Corinthians 8:12For if the eagerness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what he does not have.
Romans 12:8if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is giving, let him give generously; if it is leading, let him lead with diligence; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully.
1 Corinthians 9:17If my preaching is voluntary, I have a reward. But if it is not voluntary, I am still entrusted with a responsibility.
2 Corinthians 8:3-5For I testify that they gave according to their ability and even beyond it. Of their own accord, / they earnestly pleaded with us for the privilege of sharing in this service to the saints. / And not only did they do as we expected, but they gave themselves first to the Lord and then to us, through the will of God.
Philippians 2:13For it is God who works in you to will and to act on behalf of His good purpose.
Ezra 1:5So the family heads of Judah and Benjamin, along with the priests and Levites—everyone whose spirit God had stirred—prepared to go up and rebuild the house of the LORD in Jerusalem.
1 Peter 4:10As good stewards of the manifold grace of God, each of you should use whatever gift he has received to serve one another.
Acts 11:29So the disciples, each according to his ability, decided to send relief to the brothers living in Judea.
2 Corinthians 8:1-2Now, brothers, we want you to know about the grace that God has given the churches of Macedonia. / In the terrible ordeal they suffered, their abundant joy and deep poverty overflowed into rich generosity.
1 Timothy 6:18Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, and to be generous and ready to share,
1 Chronicles 28:9As for you, Solomon my son, know the God of your father and serve Him wholeheartedly and with a willing mind, for the LORD searches every heart and understands the intent of every thought. If you seek Him, He will be found by you; but if you forsake Him, He will reject you forever.
Deuteronomy 15:10Give generously to him, and do not let your heart be grieved when you do so. And because of this the LORD your God will bless you in all your work and in everything to which you put your hand.
Treasury of Scripture And they came, every one whose heart stirred him up, and every one whom his spirit made willing, and they brought the LORD's offering to the work of the tabernacle of the congregation, and for all his service, and for the holy garments. Exodus 35:5,22,26,29 Take ye from among you an offering unto the LORD: whosoeveris of a willing heart, let him bring it, an offering of the LORD; gold, and silver, and brass, … Exodus 25:2 Speak unto the children of Israel, that they bring me an offering: of every man that giveth it willingly with his heart ye shall take my offering. Exodus 36:2 And Moses called Bezaleel and Aholiab, and every wise hearted man, in whose heart the LORD had put wisdom,even every one whose heart stirred him up to come unto the work to do it: Jump to Previous CongregationExcitedGarmentsHeartHolyLORD'sMeetingMovedOfferingServiceSpiritStirredTabernacleTentWillingWorkJump to Next CongregationExcitedGarmentsHeartHolyLORD'sMeetingMovedOfferingServiceSpiritStirredTabernacleTentWillingWorkExodus 35 1.The Sabbath4.The free gifts for the tabernacle20.The readiness of the people to offer30.Bezaleel and Aholiab are called to the workAnd everyone whose heart stirred himThis phrase highlights the voluntary nature of the offering. In the context of the Israelites, this stirring of the heart signifies a divine prompting, reflecting a willing and generous spirit. The heart in biblical terms often represents the center of one's being, including emotions and will. This mirrors the New Testament teaching in 2 Corinthians 9:7, where God loves a cheerful giver. The stirring of the heart can be seen as a type of the Holy Spirit's work in believers, prompting them to act according to God's will. and whose spirit prompted him
The spirit here refers to the inner motivation and willingness to contribute to God's work. This phrase emphasizes the personal and spiritual nature of the offering, as opposed to a mere obligation. It suggests a deep, internal conviction, aligning with the idea that true worship and service to God must come from within. This can be connected to the prophecy inEzekiel 36:26-27, where God promises to give a new heart and spirit to His people, enabling them to follow His decrees. came and brought an offering to the LORD
The act of bringing an offering signifies obedience and devotion to God. In the historical context, offerings were a central part of worship and covenant relationship with God. This act of giving is a precursor to the sacrificial system that would be fully realized in the person of Jesus Christ, who offered Himself as the ultimate sacrifice. The offerings for the Tabernacle were tangible expressions of faith and commitment to God's covenant. for the work on the Tent of Meeting
The Tent of Meeting, or Tabernacle, was the portable sanctuary where God dwelled among His people. It was a central place of worship and symbolized God's presence and guidance. The construction of the Tabernacle was a communal effort, requiring the contributions and skills of the entire community. This foreshadows the New Testament concept of the Church as the body of Christ, where each member contributes to the whole (1 Corinthians 12:12-27). for all its services
This phrase refers to the various functions and rituals performed in the Tabernacle, including sacrifices, offerings, and priestly duties. These services were essential for maintaining the covenant relationship between God and Israel. They point forward to the ultimate service of Jesus Christ, who fulfilled and surpassed these rituals through His life, death, and resurrection, as described inHebrews 9:11-14. and for the holy garments
The holy garments were worn by the priests, particularly the high priest, and were essential for their service in the Tabernacle. These garments symbolized purity, holiness, and the special role of the priests as mediators between God and the people. The high priest's garments, especially, foreshadowed the role of Jesus Christ as our High Priest, who mediates a new covenant (Hebrews 4:14-16). The detailed instructions for these garments underscore the importance of approaching God with reverence and purity. Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites, chosen by God to lead His people out of Egypt and through the wilderness. In Exodus 35, Moses is relaying God's instructions for building the Tabernacle. 2. The IsraelitesThe people of God who have been delivered from slavery in Egypt. They are now in the wilderness, receiving God's laws and instructions for worship. 3. The TabernacleA portable sanctuary that God instructed the Israelites to build as a place of worship and His dwelling among them. 4. The Spirit of WillingnessThe passage highlights those whose hearts were stirred and whose spirits were willing to contribute to the work of the Tabernacle. 5. OfferingsThe materials and resources brought by the Israelites for the construction of the Tabernacle, including gold, silver, and other valuable items. Teaching Points The Heart of GivingTrue giving comes from a heart that is stirred by God. It is not out of compulsion but from a willing spirit. Reflect on how God stirs your heart to give and serve. Community in WorshipThe building of the Tabernacle was a communal effort. Each person contributed according to their ability and resources. Consider how you can contribute to your faith community. Obedience to God's CallThe Israelites responded to God's call through Moses. We are also called to respond to God's instructions in our lives, whether through giving, serving, or other acts of obedience. Spiritual Gifts and TalentsJust as the Israelites used their skills for the Tabernacle, we are called to use our God-given talents for His glory. Identify your gifts and seek ways to use them in service to God. The Presence of GodThe Tabernacle was a symbol of God's presence among His people. Today, we are the temple of the Holy Spirit. Reflect on how you can cultivate an awareness of God's presence in your daily life. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of Exodus 35:21?
2.How does Exodus 35:21 inspire us to give willingly to God's work today?
3.What does "everyone whose spirit moved him" teach about voluntary service to God?
4.How can we cultivate a heart that is "willing" as described in Exodus 35:21?
5.What New Testament teachings align with the willingness to give in Exodus 35:21?
6.How can we apply the principle of "willing hearts" in our church community?
7.How does Exodus 35:21 illustrate the concept of free will in giving to God’s work?
8.What historical evidence supports the events described in Exodus 35:21?
9.How does Exodus 35:21 reflect the communal responsibility in religious practice?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 35?
11.How could over a million Israelites survive in the desert for 40 years without leaving archaeological evidence?
12.(Exodus 35) From a historical or archeological standpoint, where did the wandering Israelites obtain such large quantities of gold, silver, and other precious materials?
13.(Exodus 35) Is there any concrete historical or archeological evidence to verify that such a grand construction project occurred in the Sinai wilderness?
14.(Exodus 35) How did recently freed slaves, presumably untrained, develop the advanced craftsmanship needed for building such elaborate sanctuary items?What Does Exodus 35:21 Mean And everyoneThe verse opens by spotlighting the entire covenant community. No tribe, gender, or age is excluded (Exodus 35:10;1 Chronicles 29:9). God’s work is never a spectator sport; the invitation is universal.
whose heart stirred himThis phrase shows the initiative comes from within, not from coercion. A stirred heart is: • awake to God’s worthiness (Psalm 110:3) • quick to seize kingdom opportunities (Judges 5:2) • eager to respond with tangible action (2 Corinthians 9:7)
and whose spirit prompted himBeyond emotion, the inner person is moved by God Himself (Ezra 1:5;Haggai 1:14). Spiritual prompting empowers obedient follow-through, turning good intentions into decisive steps of faith.
came and brought an offering to the LORDThey didn’t merely pledge; they arrived with gifts in hand. All giving is directed “to the LORD,” not to human leaders (Proverbs 3:9;Psalm 96:8;Mark 12:41-44). When the Lord is the audience, generosity becomes worship.
for the work on the Tent of MeetingThe offerings had a clear purpose: constructing the dwelling where God would meet His people (Exodus 25:8; 36:3-7;John 1:14). Contributing to God’s house unites heaven’s agenda with earth’s resources.
for all its servicesMinistry requires ongoing provision—oil for lamps, incense for prayer, bread for fellowship (Numbers 18:21;Philippians 4:18). The people supplied more than bricks; they funded continuous ministry life.
and for the holy garmentsPriestly clothing symbolized beauty, dignity, and mediation (Exodus 28:2;Hebrews 4:14). By giving materials for these garments, the people invested in the means by which they would approach a holy God.
summaryExodus 35:21 portrays Spirit-ignited hearts freely supplying everything needed for God’s dwelling, its ministries, and the priests who served within it. Genuine worship overflows in voluntary, purposeful generosity, demonstrating that when God stirs His people, they gladly match their resources to His redemptive work. THE ZEAL OF THE PEOPLE IN OFFERING AND ASSISTING IN THE WORK. (21)They came, every one whose heart stirred him up.--All classes came, "men and women" (Exodus 35:22), rich and poor, "rulers" (Exodus 35:27), and those whose only skill was to "spin with their hands" (Exodus 35:25). And the great majority gave freely--to the utmost of their power. Still it is implied, both here and inExodus 35:22;Exodus 35:29, that there were some whose hearts did not stir them up. Enough and to spare, was, however, contributed, and at last the people had to be "restrained from bringing" (Exodus 36:8). . . . Verses 21-29. - THE ZEAL OF THE PEOPLE IN OFFERING. Moses dismissed the people; but they soon began to return, bringing their offerings with them. There was a general, if not a universal, willingness Men and women alike "brought bracelets (brooches?), and earrings, and rings, and armlets - all articles of gold," and offered them to the Lord (ver. 22). Others brought blue and purple and scalier and fine linen, and goats' hair and rams' skins dyed red, and badger (or rather, seal) skins (ver. 23). Silver and bronze and shittimwood were contributed by others (ver. 24). The women, who were the only spinners, brought their spun yarn of blue and purple and scarlet and fine linen, and their yarn of goats' hair (vers. 25, 26); while the richest class of all - "the rulers" - gave, as their contribution, the onyx stones for the ephod, the jewels for the high-priest's breastplate, and the oil needed for the light, together with rare spices for the anointing ointment and the incense (vers. 27, 28). Subsequently, we are told that what was contributed was "much more than enough" ( Exodus 36:5), and that the people had to be "restrained from bringing" ( ibid. 6). Verse 21. - The Lord's offering - i.e., "their offering to Jehovah." For allhis service. The use of "his" for "its" causes an unfortunate ambiguity here. The antecedent to the pronoun is not the Lord, but the tabernacle.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew And everyoneכָּל־(kāl-)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, everywhoseאֲשֶׁר־(’ă·šer-)Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834:Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order thatheartלִבּ֑וֹ(lib·bōw)Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 3820:The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centrestirred himנְשָׂא֣וֹ(nə·śā·’ōw)Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5375:To lift, carry, takeandוְכֹ֡ל(wə·ḵōl)Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, everywhoseאֲשֶׁר֩(’ă·šer)Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834:Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order thatspiritרוּח֜וֹ(rū·ḥōw)Noun - common singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 7307:Wind, breath, exhalation, life, anger, unsubstantiality, a region of the sky, spiritpromptedנָדְבָ֨ה(nā·ḏə·ḇāh)Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 5068:To impel, to volunteer, to present spontaneouslyhimאֹת֗וֹ(’ō·ṯōw)Direct object marker | third person masculine singular
Strong's 853:Untranslatable mark of the accusative casecameוַיָּבֹ֕אוּ(way·yā·ḇō·’ū)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 935:To come in, come, go in, goand broughtהֵ֠בִיאוּ(hê·ḇî·’ū)Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 935:To come in, come, go in, goan offeringתְּרוּמַ֨ת(tə·rū·maṯ)Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 8641:Contribution, offering (for sacred uses)to the LORDיְהוָ֜ה(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israelfor the workלִמְלֶ֨אכֶת(lim·le·ḵeṯ)Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 4399:Deputyship, ministry, employment, work, propertyon the Tentאֹ֤הֶל(’ō·hel)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 168:A tentof Meeting,מוֹעֵד֙(mō·w·‘êḏ)Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4150:Appointed time, place, or meetingfor allוּלְכָל־(ū·lə·ḵāl-)Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, everyits services,עֲבֹ֣דָת֔וֹ(‘ă·ḇō·ḏā·ṯōw)Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5656:Work of any kindand for the sacredהַקֹּֽדֶשׁ׃(haq·qō·ḏeš)Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6944:A sacred place, thing, sanctitygarments.וּלְבִגְדֵ֖י(ū·lə·ḇiḡ·ḏê)Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 899:A covering, clothing, treachery, pillage
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