New International VersionThen Moses said to the Israelites, “See, the LORD has chosen Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah,
New Living TranslationThen Moses told the people of Israel, “The LORD has specifically chosen Bezalel son of Uri, grandson of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.
English Standard VersionThen Moses said to the people of Israel, “See, the LORD has called by name Bezalel the son of Uri, son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah;
Berean Standard BibleThen Moses said to the Israelites, “See, the LORD has called by name Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.
King James BibleAnd 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;
New King James VersionAnd Moses said to the children of Israel, “See, the LORD has called by name Bezalel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah;
New American Standard BibleThen Moses said to the sons of Israel, “See, the LORD has called by name Bezalel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.
NASB 1995Then Moses said to the sons of Israel, “See, the LORD has called by name Bezalel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.
NASB 1977Then Moses said to the sons of Israel, “See, the LORD has called by name Bezalel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.
Legacy Standard BibleThen Moses said to the sons of Israel, “See, Yahweh has called by name Bezalel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.
Amplified BibleThen Moses said to the Israelites, “See, the LORD called by name Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah;
Christian Standard BibleMoses then said to the Israelites, “Look, the LORD has appointed by name Bezalel son of Uri, son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.
Holman Christian Standard BibleMoses then said to the Israelites: “Look, the LORD has appointed by name Bezalel son of Uri, son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.
American Standard VersionAnd Moses said unto the children of Israel, See, Jehovah hath called by name Bezalel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah;
Contemporary English VersionMoses said to the people of Israel: The LORD has chosen Bezalel of the Judah tribe.
English Revised VersionAnd Moses said unto the children of Israel, See, the LORD hath called by name Bezalel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah;
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThen Moses said to the Israelites, "The LORD has chosen Bezalel, son of Uri and grandson of Hur, from the tribe of Judah.
Good News TranslationMoses said to the Israelites, "The LORD has chosen Bezalel, the son of Uri and grandson of Hur from the tribe of Judah.
International Standard VersionMoses told the Israelis, "Look, the LORD has called Uri's son Bezalel, grandson of Hur, from the tribe of Judah,
NET BibleMoses said to the Israelites, "See, the LORD has chosen Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.
New Heart English BibleMoses said to the children of Israel, "Look, God has called by name Bezalel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd Moses said to 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; Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen Moses said to the Israelites, “See, the LORD has called by name Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.
World English BibleMoses said to the children of Israel, “Behold, Yahweh has called by name Bezalel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Moses says to the sons of Israel, “See, YHWH has called Bezaleel, son of Uri, son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah, by name,
Young's Literal Translation And Moses saith unto the sons of Israel, 'See, Jehovah hath called by name Bezaleel, son of Uri, son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah,
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd Moses will say to the sons of Israel, See, Jehovah called by name Bezaleel, the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Moses said to the children of Israel: Behold the Lord hath called by name Beseleel the son of Uri the son of Hur of the tribe of Juda.
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd Moses said to the sons of Israel: “Behold, the Lord has called by name Bezalel, the son of Uri, the son of Hur, from the tribe of Judah,
New American BibleMoses said to the Israelites: “See, the LORD has singled out Bezalel, son of Uri, son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah,
New Revised Standard VersionThen Moses said to the Israelites: See, the LORD has called by name Bezalel son of Uri son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen Moses said to the children of Israel, See, the LORD has called by name Bezaliel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah;
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd Moshe said to the children of Israel: “See that LORD JEHOVAH has called Betsalieil, son of Uri, son of Khur, by name from the tribe of Yehuda. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Moses said unto the children of Israel: 'See, the LORD hath called by name Bezalel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd Moses said to the children of Israel, Behold, God has called by name Beseleel the son of Urias the son of Or, of the tribe of Juda,
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Bezalel and Oholiab30Then Mosessaidtothe Israelites,“See,the LORDhas calledby nameBezalelsonof Uri,the sonof Hur,of the tribeof Judah.31And He has filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship,…
Cross References Exodus 31:1-6Then the LORD said to Moses, / “See, I have called by name Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah. / And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship, ...
1 Kings 7:13-14Now King Solomon sent to bring Huram from Tyre. / He was the son of a widow from the tribe of Naphtali, and his father was a man of Tyre, a craftsman in bronze. Huram had great skill, understanding, and knowledge for every kind of bronze work. So he came to King Solomon and carried out all his work.
2 Chronicles 2:13-14So now I am sending you Huram-abi, a skillful man endowed with creativity. / He is the son of a woman from the daughters of Dan, and his father is a man of Tyre. He is skilled in work with gold and silver, bronze and iron, stone and wood, purple, blue, and crimson yarn, and fine linen. He is experienced in every kind of engraving and can execute any design that is given him. He will work with your craftsmen and with those of my lord, your father David.
Isaiah 28:24-29Does the plowman plow for planting every day? Does he continuously loosen and harrow the soil? / When he has leveled its surface, does he not sow caraway and scatter cumin? He plants wheat in rows and barley in plots, and rye within its border. / For his God instructs and teaches him properly. ...
1 Chronicles 28:20-21David also said to Solomon his son, “Be strong and courageous, and do it. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD God, my God, is with you. He will neither fail you nor forsake you before all the work for the service of the house of the LORD is finished. / The divisions of the priests and Levites are ready for all the service of the house of God, and every willing man of every skill will be at your disposal for the work. The officials and all the people are fully at your command.”
2 Timothy 3:16-17All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for instruction, for conviction, for correction, and for training in righteousness, / so that the man of God may be complete, fully equipped for every good work.
Ephesians 2:10For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance as our way of life.
Colossians 3:23-24Whatever you do, work at it with your whole being, as for the Lord and not for men, / because you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as your reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.
1 Corinthians 12:4-11There are different gifts, but the same Spirit. / There are different ministries, but the same Lord. / There are different ways of working, but the same God works all things in all people. ...
Romans 12:6-8We have different gifts according to the grace given us. If one’s gift is prophecy, let him use it in proportion to his faith; / if it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach; / if 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 Peter 4:10-11As good stewards of the manifold grace of God, each of you should use whatever gift he has received to serve one another. / If anyone speaks, he should speak as one conveying the words of God. If anyone serves, he should serve with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be the glory and the power forever and ever. Amen.
Genesis 41:38-39So Pharaoh asked them, “Can we find anyone like this man, in whom the Spirit of God abides?” / Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one as discerning and wise as you.
Daniel 1:17To these four young men God gave knowledge and understanding in every kind of literature and wisdom. And Daniel had insight into all kinds of visions and dreams.
Proverbs 22:29Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will be stationed in the presence of kings; he will not stand before obscure men.
Acts 6:3Therefore, brothers, select from among you seven men confirmed to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will assign this responsibility to them
Treasury of Scripture And Moses said to the children of Israel, See, the LORD has called by name Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah; see Exodus 31:2-6 See, I have called by name Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah: … 1 Kings 7:13,14 And king Solomon sent and fetched Hiram out of Tyre… Isaiah 28:26 For his God doth instruct him to discretion,and doth teach him. Jump to Previous BezaleelBezalelBez'alelChildrenChosenHurIsraelIsraelitesJudahMosesSelectionTribeUriJump to Next BezaleelBezalelBez'alelChildrenChosenHurIsraelIsraelitesJudahMosesSelectionTribeUriExodus 35 1.The Sabbath4.The free gifts for the tabernacle20.The readiness of the people to offer30.Bezaleel and Aholiab are called to the workThen Moses said to the IsraelitesMoses, as the leader and prophet of Israel, often communicated God's instructions to the people. This phrase indicates a formal announcement, emphasizing the importance of the message. The Israelites, recently freed from Egyptian bondage, are in the wilderness, receiving divine instructions for building the Tabernacle, a central place of worship. See, the LORD has called by name
The phrase "called by name" signifies a personal and specific selection by God, highlighting divine sovereignty and purpose. This calling is reminiscent of other biblical figures like Abraham and Samuel, who were also called by name for specific missions. It underscores the idea that God knows individuals personally and appoints them for His work. Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur
Bezalel is identified with a clear lineage, which was important in Israelite culture for establishing identity and authority. His grandfather, Hur, is traditionally believed to have been a leader who supported Moses during the battle against the Amalekites (Exodus 17:10-12). This lineage suggests a heritage of faithfulness and leadership. of the tribe of Judah
The tribe of Judah is significant in biblical history, being one of the twelve tribes of Israel. Judah is later associated with kingship, as King David and ultimately Jesus Christ come from this tribe. Bezalel's association with Judah may foreshadow the tribe's future prominence and the Messianic line. Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites, chosen by God to lead His people out of Egypt and through the wilderness. He serves as the mediator between God and the Israelites. 2. BezalelA skilled craftsman chosen by God to oversee the construction of the Tabernacle. His name means "in the shadow of God," indicating divine protection and guidance. 3. UriThe father of Bezalel, mentioned to establish Bezalel's lineage and connection to the tribe of Judah. 4. HurThe grandfather of Bezalel, who is also noted in the Bible as a leader who supported Moses during the battle against the Amalekites. 5. Tribe of JudahOne of the twelve tribes of Israel, known for its leadership and prominence, from which King David and ultimately Jesus Christ would come. Teaching Points Divine Calling and PurposeGod calls individuals by name for specific tasks. Just as Bezalel was chosen for his craftsmanship, each believer has a unique role in God's kingdom. Empowerment by the Holy SpiritBezalel's skills were not just natural talents but were enhanced by the Spirit of God. Believers today are similarly empowered by the Holy Spirit to fulfill their God-given purposes. Importance of Heritage and LegacyBezalel's lineage from the tribe of Judah underscores the importance of heritage in God's plan. Our spiritual heritage in Christ is vital for understanding our identity and purpose. Obedience and AvailabilityBezalel's willingness to serve as God directed is a model for believers. God desires our obedience and availability to use the gifts He has given us. Community and CollaborationThe construction of the Tabernacle was a community effort. Similarly, the body of Christ functions best when each member contributes their gifts for the common good. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of Exodus 35:30?
2.How does Exodus 35:30 highlight God's role in appointing leaders for tasks?
3.What qualities did God see in Bezalel to choose him for this work?
4.How can we discern God's calling in our own lives today?
5.Connect Exodus 35:30 with other instances of God appointing leaders in Scripture.
6.How can we support those God has appointed for specific tasks in the church?
7.How does Exodus 35:30 demonstrate God's choice of leaders for specific tasks?
8.Why did God specifically choose Bezalel in Exodus 35:30?
9.What skills did Bezalel possess according to Exodus 35:30?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 35?
11.(Exodus 35) How did recently freed slaves, presumably untrained, develop the advanced craftsmanship needed for building such elaborate sanctuary items?
12.Who was Hur in the Bible?
13.Exodus 37:17–24: Could a single gold talent realistically be fashioned into a single lampstand with six branches and intricate decorations as described?
14.(Exodus 35) Is there any concrete historical or archeological evidence to verify that such a grand construction project occurred in the Sinai wilderness?What Does Exodus 35:30 Mean Then Moses said to the IsraelitesMoses, the covenant mediator, speaks God’s word to the whole congregation (cf.Exodus 24:3;Deuteronomy 5:1). • By placing this announcement immediately after the call to Sabbath rest and free-will offerings (Exodus 35:1–29), Moses shows that the skills, resources, and people God supplies are inseparably linked to worship and obedience. • The people must hear and respond together; God’s instructions are never a private matter (Numbers 27:21).
See“See” is an imperative—“pay close attention” (compare1 Samuel 12:16;John 1:29). • God wants Israel to recognize that what follows is His initiative, not human committee work. • Spiritual attentiveness precedes fruitful service; the people must look before they labor (2 Chronicles 20:17).
the LORD has called by nameThe LORD singles out Bezalel personally—“called by name” (Isaiah 43:1;John 10:3). • Calling is God’s sovereign act. He chooses whom He wills and equips them for their task (Acts 13:2). • The phrase assures Bezalel—and everyone else—that this assignment carries divine authority. •Psalm 147:4 reminds us that the One who names the stars also knows and names His servants.
Bezalel son of Uri, the son of HurSpecific genealogy anchors Bezalel in Israel’s story (Exodus 31:2). • Hur, Bezalel’s grandfather, helped support Moses’ arms in the battle with Amalek (Exodus 17:10-12) and was entrusted with leadership during Moses’ absence (Exodus 24:14). Faithfulness runs in this family line. • Mentioning three generations highlights God’s faithfulness “to a thousand generations of those who love Him” (Exodus 20:6). • For the craftsmen in the camp, this proves that ordinary lineage can be used for extraordinary purposes.
of the tribe of JudahJudah is the royal tribe (Genesis 49:10) and later the lineage of David and the Messiah (Revelation 5:5). • God’s choice of a Judahite craftsman foreshadows the intertwining of kingship and temple worship. • Leadership in worship is not limited to priests (Levites); all tribes have roles in God’s plan (Numbers 10:14). • The tribe noted for marching first now supplies the man who will fashion the very dwelling in which God will “march” with His people (Exodus 40:34-38).
summaryExodus 35:30 shows that God personally and purposefully appoints His servants. Through Moses, He calls the community to attention, declares His sovereign selection of Bezalel, honors a legacy of faithfulness, and ties the work of artful worship to Judah’s line of promise. The verse reassures every believer that the God who calls by name still equips ordinary people for sacred tasks and uses family histories and tribal identities to advance His unchanging redemptive plan. BEZALEEL AND AHOLIAB SET OVER THE WORK. (30-35) This passage is the sequel toExodus 31:1-6, where Bezaleel and Aholiab were designated for their respective offices, and follows closely the order, and even the wording, of that passage. The verbal resemblance is even greater in the original than in the Authorised Version. The only additions made are inExodus 35:34-35. (34)He hath put in his heart that he may teach.--It was essential that the two master-craftsmen should be able to instruct their subordinates, to whom the actual accomplishment of the works which they designed had to be committed. God specially qualified them to act as instructors. Both he and Aholiab.--Aholiab, though subordinate to Bezaleel, was the director of his own department, that of weaving and embroidery (Exodus 38:23), and had to instruct in it as Bezaleel had in his. (35)Them hath he filled with wisdom of heart.--See Notes 1 and 2 onExodus 28:3; and comp.Exodus 31:3. . . . Verses 30-35. - THE APPOINTMENT OF BEZALEEL AND AHOLIAB TO SUPERINTEND THE WORK. Though, in some real sense, "learned in all the wisdom of the Egyptians," still Moses was probably devoid of the technical knowledge requisite for a "superintendent of the works" on the present occasion. At any rate, his other duties imperatively required that he should decline to undertake, in addition to them, so onerous an office. And God had told him whom it would be best for him to set over the work ( Exodus 31:1-6). Accordingly, he now made known to the people that the construction of the tabernacle and its appurtenances would be committed to two men - Bezaleel, the son of Uri, as principal, and Aholiab, the son of Ahisamach, as his assist-ant - who would "teach" those under them what they were to do (ver. 34). Verse 30. - The Lord hath called, etc See Exodus 31:2: - "I have called by name Bezaleel," etc. Of the tribe of Judah. The descent of Bezaleel from Judah has been already traced. (See the comment on Exodus 31:2.)
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew Then Mosesמֹשֶׁה֙(mō·šeh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4872:Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiversaidוַיֹּ֤אמֶר(way·yō·mer)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559:To utter, saytoאֶל־(’el-)Preposition
Strong's 413:Near, with, among, tothe Israelites,בְּנֵ֣י(bə·nê)Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121:A son“See,רְא֛וּ(rə·’ū)Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural
Strong's 7200:To seethe LORDיְהוָ֖ה(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israelhas calledקָרָ֥א(qā·rā)Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7121:To call, proclaim, readby nameבְּשֵׁ֑ם(bə·šêm)Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 8034:A nameBezalelבְּצַלְאֵ֛ל(bə·ṣal·’êl)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1212:Bezalel -- 'in the shadow (protection) of El', two Israelitessonבֶּן־(ben-)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121:A sonof Uri,אוּרִ֥י(’ū·rî)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 221:Uri -- 'fiery', three Israelitesthe sonבֶן־(ḇen-)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121:A sonof Hur,ח֖וּר(ḥūr)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2354:Hur -- four Israelites, also a Midianiteof the tribeלְמַטֵּ֥ה(lə·maṭ·ṭêh)Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4294:A staff, rod, shaft, branch, a tribeof Judah.יְהוּדָֽה׃(yə·hū·ḏāh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3063:Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites
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