Exodus 31:2
Exodus 31:2 in Multiple Translations
“See, I have called by name Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.
See, I have called by name Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah:
See, I have called by name Bezalel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah:
I have made selection of Bezalel, the son of Uri, by name, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah:
“I have chosen by name Bezalel, son of Uri, son of Hur, from the tribe of Judah.
Behold, I haue called by name, Bezaleel the sonne of Vri, the sonne of Hur of the tribe of Iudah,
'See, I have called by name Bezaleel, son of Uri, son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah,
“Behold, I have called by name Bezalel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.
See, I have called by name Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah:
Behold, I have called by name Beseleel the son of Uri the son of Hur of the tribe of Juda,
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Exodus 31:2 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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רְאֵ֖ה
קָרָ֣אתִֽי
בְ/שֵׁ֑ם
בְּצַלְאֵ֛ל
בֶּן
אוּרִ֥י
בֶן
ח֖וּר
לְ/מַטֵּ֥ה
יְהוּדָֽה
רְאֵ֖ה
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
קָרָ֣אתִֽי
qârâʼ
H7121
to call
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
בְ/שֵׁ֑ם
shêm
H8034
name
Prep | N-ms
בְּצַלְאֵ֛ל
Bᵉtsalʼêl
H1212
Bezalel
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
אוּרִ֥י
ʼÛwrîy
H221
Uri
N-proper
בֶן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
ח֖וּר
Chûwr
H2354
Hur
N-proper
לְ/מַטֵּ֥ה
maṭṭeh
H4294
tribe
Prep | N-ms
יְהוּדָֽה
Yᵉhûwdâh
H3063
Judah
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 31:2
רְאֵ֖ה
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
קָרָ֣אתִֽי
qârâʼ
H7121
"to call"
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
This Hebrew word means to call out to someone or something, often by name. It's used in many situations, like calling for help or reading aloud. In Genesis, God calls out to Adam in the Garden.
Definition: : call_to/invite/entreat 1) to call, call out, recite, read, cry out, proclaim 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to call, cry, utter a loud sound 1a2) to call unto, cry (for help), call (with name of God) 1a3) to proclaim 1a4) to read aloud, read (to oneself), read 1a5) to summon, invite, call for, call and commission, appoint, call and endow 1a6) to call, name, give name to, call by 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to call oneself 1b2) to be called, be proclaimed, be read aloud, be summoned, be named 1c) (Pual) to be called, be named, be called out, be chosen
Usage: Occurs in 689 OT verses. KJV: bewray (self), that are bidden, call (for, forth, self, upon), cry (unto), (be) famous, guest, invite, mention, (give) name, preach, (make) proclaim(-ation), pronounce, publish, read, renowned, say. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 49:1; Judges 1:26.
בְ/שֵׁ֑ם
shêm
H8034
"name"
Prep | N-ms
In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.
Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)
Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.
בְּצַלְאֵ֛ל
Bᵉtsalʼêl
H1212
"Bezalel"
N-proper
Bezalel was a skilled Israelite artisan who helped build the tabernacle, his name means in the shadow of God.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.30 § Bezaleel = "in the shadow (i.e. protection) of God" 1) son of Uri and grandson of Hur; a skilled Judahite artisan in all works of metal, wood, and stone and one of the architects of the tabernacle 2) an Israelite, one of the sons of Pahath-moab, in the time of Ezra who had taken a strange wife
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Bezaleel. See also: Exodus 31:2; Exodus 37:1; Ezra 10:30.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
אוּרִ֥י
ʼÛwrîy
H221
"Uri"
N-proper
Uri was a common name in ancient Israel, meaning fiery, and was given to several notable Israelites, including a prince of Judah and a gatekeeper during the time of Ezra, as recorded in Ezra 10:24 and 1 Chronicles 4:19.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.24 § Uri = "fiery" 1) a prince of Judah, a son of Hur who was used by God to prepare the tabernacle 2) an officer (or the father of an officer) of Solomon in Gilead 3) a porter or gatekeeper in time of Ezra who took a foreign woman as wife
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Uri. See also: Exodus 31:2; 1 Kings 4:19; Ezra 10:24.
בֶן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
ח֖וּר
Chûwr
H2354
"Hur"
N-proper
Hur was a personal name given to several Israelites and one Midianite, including a chief assistant to Moses and Aaron, and a father of Rephaiah in the time of Nehemiah, as mentioned in Nehemiah 3:9 and other biblical passages.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.3.9; father of: Rephaiah (H7509J) § Hur = "hole" 1) a chief assistant to Moses and Aaron 2) grandfather of Bezaleel, the chief artificer of the tabernacle; possibly the same as 1 above 3) the 4th of the 5 kings of Midian who were slain with Balaam after Peor 4) father of Rephaiah in the time of Nehemiah 5) father of Ben-Hur who was commissariat officer for Solomon in Mount Ephraim
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Hur. See also: Exodus 17:10; Joshua 13:21; Nehemiah 3:9.
לְ/מַטֵּ֥ה
maṭṭeh
H4294
"tribe"
Prep | N-ms
In the Bible, this word can mean a tribe, like the 12 tribes of Israel, or a staff, like the one Moses used to lead his people in Exodus 4:2.
Definition: : tribe 1) staff, branch, tribe 1a) staff, rod, shaft 1b) branch (of vine) 1c) tribe 1c1) company led by chief with staff (originally)
Usage: Occurs in 205 OT verses. KJV: rod, staff, tribe. See also: Genesis 38:18; Numbers 34:19; Psalms 105:16.
יְהוּדָֽה
Yᵉhûwdâh
H3063
"Judah"
N-proper
Judah is the name of the tribe descended from Judah, the son of Jacob. It is also the name of the region where the tribe lived. The name means 'praised' and is first mentioned in Genesis.
Definition: § Judah = "praised" the tribe descended from Judah the son of Jacob
Usage: Occurs in 754 OT verses. KJV: Judah. See also: Genesis 29:35; 1 Samuel 23:3; 2 Kings 14:13.
Study Notes — Exodus 31:2
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- Context
- Cross References
- Exodus 31:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 31:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 31:2
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 31:2
- Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 31:2
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 31:2
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 31:2
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 31:2
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 31:2
- Sermons on Exodus 31:2
Context — Bezalel and Oholiab
1Then the LORD said to Moses,
2“See, I have called by name Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.
3And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship, 4to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 36:1 | “So Bezalel, Oholiab, and every skilled person are to carry out everything commanded by the LORD, who has given them skill and ability to know how to perform all the work of constructing the sanctuary.” |
| 2 | Exodus 35:30 | Then 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. |
| 3 | John 3:27 | John replied, “A man can receive only what is given him from heaven. |
| 4 | Isaiah 45:3–4 | I will give you the treasures of darkness and the riches hidden in secret places, so that you may know that I am the LORD, the God of Israel, who calls you by name. For the sake of Jacob My servant and Israel My chosen one, I call you by name; I have given you a title of honor, though you have not known Me. |
| 5 | Exodus 33:17 | So the LORD said to Moses, “I will do this very thing you have asked, for you have found favor in My sight, and I know you by name.” |
| 6 | Mark 3:16–19 | These are the twelve He appointed: Simon (whom He named Peter), James son of Zebedee and his brother John (whom He named Boanerges, meaning “Sons of Thunder”), Andrew, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James son of Alphaeus, Thaddaeus, Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Jesus. |
| 7 | Exodus 33:12 | Then Moses said to the LORD, “Look, You have been telling me, ‘Lead this people up,’ but You have not let me know whom You will send with me. Yet You have said, ‘I know you by name, and you have found favor in My sight.’ |
| 8 | Exodus 37:1 | Bezalel went on to construct the ark of acacia wood, two and a half cubits long, a cubit and a half wide, and a cubit and a half high. |
| 9 | 1 Chronicles 2:19–20 | When Azubah died, Caleb married Ephrath, who bore to him Hur. Hur was the father of Uri, and Uri was the father of Bezalel. |
Exodus 31:2 Summary
In Exodus 31:2, God personally calls Bezalel to lead the construction of the tabernacle, emphasizing the importance of his role. This verse shows that God gives people special skills and abilities to serve Him and others, just like He gave Bezalel the skills to build the tabernacle (as seen in Exodus 31:3-4). This is similar to how God gives us spiritual gifts today, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:4-11. By trusting in God's sovereignty and surrendering our skills and abilities to Him, we can fulfill our own unique purpose and calling, just like Bezalel did.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be 'called by name' in Exodus 31:2?
In the Bible, being called by name signifies a special and personal invitation from God, as seen in Isaiah 43:1 where God says, 'I have called you by name; you are Mine.' In Exodus 31:2, God is personally calling Bezalel for a specific task, emphasizing the importance of his role.
Who was Bezalel and why was he chosen for this task?
Bezalel was a skilled craftsman from the tribe of Judah, and God chose him to oversee the construction of the tabernacle, as stated in Exodus 31:2. His selection was not based on his own merits, but on God's sovereign choice, similar to how God chose Moses in Exodus 3:1-4:17.
What is the significance of God calling someone by name in the Old Testament?
In the Old Testament, God calling someone by name often signified a new identity, purpose, or mission, as seen in Genesis 17:5 where God changes Abram's name to Abraham. In Exodus 31:2, God is giving Bezalel a new purpose and identity as the leader of the tabernacle's construction.
How does this verse relate to the concept of spiritual gifts in the New Testament?
The concept of God giving Bezalel skills and abilities in Exodus 31:2 is similar to the idea of spiritual gifts in the New Testament, as seen in 1 Corinthians 12:4-11. Both emphasize God's sovereignty in distributing gifts and talents to individuals for the benefit of the community.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to be personally called by God for a specific task, and how can I discern my own calling?
- How can I, like Bezalel, surrender my skills and abilities to God for His purposes?
- What are some ways I can use my own gifts and talents to serve God and others, just as Bezalel did in constructing the tabernacle?
- In what ways can I trust in God's sovereignty, even when I don't understand why He has chosen me for a particular task or role?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 31:2
See, I have called by name Bezaleel,.... Had pitched upon, chosen, and distinguished him particularly from all other men to be the architect or chief master builder of the tabernacle, and to be the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 31:2
See, I have called by name Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah: See I have called.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 31:2
He seems to be the same mentioned
Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 31:2
Exodus 31:2 See, I have called by name Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah:Ver. 2. The son of Hur.] Of that Hur mentioned in Exodus 17:12; Exodus 24:14.
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 31:2
(2) I have called by name.—It is a high honour to be called of God by name. He thus calls only those whom He appoints to some great work, as Moses (Exodus 3:4; Exodus 33:12), Samuel (1 Samuel 3:10), and Cyrus (Isaiah 45:3-4). Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur.—Hur, the grandfather of Bezaleel, is generally supposed to be identical with the Hur who supported Moses’s hands (Exodus 17:12), and was left joint regent with Aaron when Moses went up into Mount Sinai (Exodus 24:14). There is, however, no evidence of this beyond the identity of the name. Of the tribe of Judah.—Descended from Judah through Pharez, Hezron, and Caleb (1 Chronicles 2:5; 1 Chronicles 2:18-20).
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 31:2
Verse 2. I have called by name Bezaleel] That is, I have particularly appointed this person to be the chief superintendent of the whole work. His name is significant, בצלאל betsal-el, in or under the shadow of God, meaning, under the especial protection of the Most High. He was the son of Uri, the son of Hur, the son of Caleb or Chelubai, the son of Esron, the son of Pharez, the son of Judah. See 1 Chronicles 2:5, 1 Chronicles 2:9, 1 Chronicles 2:18-20, and See Clarke on Exodus 17:10.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 31:2
2. called by name] i.e. specially chosen: cf. Isaiah 45:3-4 (of Cyrus). Bĕ ?ẓ ?al’çl] i.e. ‘In the shadow (i.e. protection, Numbers 14:9 RVm.) of God’; cf. the Ass. name Ina-ṣ ?illi-Bel, ‘In the shadow of Bel’ (cited by Bä.). There are no sufficient grounds for identifying the Ḥ ?ur here with the Ḥ ?ur of Exo 17:10, Exodus 24:14. The whole series Ḥ ?ur, Uri, Bĕ ?ẓ ?al’çl occurs again in 1 Chronicles 2:19 f., in the ‘family’ of Caleb, one of the three leading clans of Judah; but the relation of the two series of names to each other is uncertain: 1 Samuel 30:14 appears to shew that even in David’s time the Caleb-clan was not yet actually part of Judah (comp. the writer’s Genesis, p. 327; and DB., EB., s.v. Caleb). In v. 6 Oholiab is associated with Bĕ ?ẓ ?al’çl; but Bĕ ?ẓ ?al’çl is evidently regarded as the constructor in chief: he always takes the first place (Exodus 36:1-2; cf. Exodus 38:22 f.), and is often mentioned alone (Exodus 37:1, and implicitly in vv. 10, 17, 25, &c.).
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 31:2
AND AHOLIAB, Exodus 31:1-11. 2. I have called by name — The artistic construction of the house of God is no ordinary work, and after its plan and dimensions and the most minute details of its
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