Exodus 35:15
Exodus 35:15 in Multiple Translations
the altar of incense with its poles; the anointing oil and fragrant incense; the curtain for the doorway at the entrance to the tabernacle;
And the incense altar, and his staves, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the hanging for the door at the entering in of the tabernacle,
and the altar of incense, and its staves, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the screen for the door, at the door of the tabernacle;
And the altar for burning spices, with its rods, and the holy oil and the sweet perfume, and the curtain for the door, at the door of the House;
the altar of incense with its poles; the anointing oil and aromatic incense; the screen for the Tabernacle entrance and all its accessories;
Likewise the Altar of perfume and his barres, and the anoynting oyle, and the sweete incense, and the vaile of the doore at the entring in of the Tabernacle,
'And the altar of perfume, and its staves, and the anointing oil, and the spice perfume, and the covering of the opening at the opening of the tabernacle,
and the altar of incense with its poles, the anointing oil, the sweet incense, the screen for the door, at the door of the tabernacle;
And the incense-altar, and its staffs, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the hanging for the door at the entrance of the tabernacle,
The altar of incense, and the bars, and the oil of unction and the incense of spices: the hanging at the door of the tabernacle:
the altar for burning incense, and the poles for carrying that altar, the oil for anointing and the sweet-smelling incense, the curtain for the entrance of the Sacred Tent,
Berean Amplified Bible — Exodus 35:15
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Exodus 35:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אֶת
מִזְבַּ֤ח
הַ/קְּטֹ֨רֶת֙
וְ/אֶת
בַּדָּ֔י/ו
וְ/אֵת֙
שֶׁ֣מֶן
הַ/מִּשְׁחָ֔ה
וְ/אֵ֖ת
קְטֹ֣רֶת
הַ/סַּמִּ֑ים
וְ/אֶת
מָסַ֥ךְ
הַ/פֶּ֖תַח
לְ/פֶ֥תַח
הַ/מִּשְׁכָּֽן
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
מִזְבַּ֤ח
mizbêach
H4196
altar
N-ms
הַ/קְּטֹ֨רֶת֙
qᵉṭôreth
H7004
incense
Art | N-fs
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
בַּדָּ֔י/ו
bad
H905
alone
N-mp | Suff
וְ/אֵת֙
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
שֶׁ֣מֶן
shemen
H8081
oil
N-ms
הַ/מִּשְׁחָ֔ה
mishchâh
H4888
anointing
Art | N-fs
וְ/אֵ֖ת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
קְטֹ֣רֶת
qᵉṭôreth
H7004
incense
N-fs
הַ/סַּמִּ֑ים
çam
H5561
spice
Art | N-mp
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
מָסַ֥ךְ
mâçâk
H4539
covering
N-ms
הַ/פֶּ֖תַח
pethach
H6607
entrance
Art | N-ms
לְ/פֶ֥תַח
pethach
H6607
entrance
Prep | N-ms
הַ/מִּשְׁכָּֽן
mishkân
H4908
tabernacle
Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 35:15
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
מִזְבַּ֤ח
mizbêach
H4196
"altar"
N-ms
An altar is a place of sacrifice, where offerings are made to God, as seen in the Bible's description of the tabernacle and temple. It was a central part of Israel's worship. The altar played a key role in the priestly rituals.
Definition: altar
Usage: Occurs in 338 OT verses. KJV: altar. See also: Genesis 8:20; Leviticus 7:2; 1 Kings 2:28.
הַ/קְּטֹ֨רֶת֙
qᵉṭôreth
H7004
"incense"
Art | N-fs
Incense refers to a sweet smoke from burning sacrifices, used in worship and perfume. It symbolizes a pleasing aroma to God, found in Leviticus and other books.
Definition: 1) incense, smoke, odour of (burning) sacrifice 1a) sweet smoke of sacrifice 1b) incense 1c) perfume
Usage: Occurs in 58 OT verses. KJV: (sweet) incense, perfume. See also: Exodus 25:6; Numbers 7:50; Psalms 66:15.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
בַּדָּ֔י/ו
bad
H905
"alone"
N-mp | Suff
The Hebrew word 'bad' can mean alone, apart, or a separate part of something, like a branch or a bar. It's used to describe something that's only or except for something else.
Definition: : pole 1) alone, by itself, besides, a part, separation, being alone 1a) separation, alone, by itself 1a1) only (adv) 1a2) apart from, besides (prep) 1b) part 1c) parts (eg limbs, shoots), bars
Usage: Occurs in 179 OT verses. KJV: alone, apart, bar, besides, branch, by self, of each alike, except, only, part, staff, strength. See also: Genesis 2:18; Judges 20:15; Psalms 51:6.
וְ/אֵת֙
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
שֶׁ֣מֶן
shemen
H8081
"oil"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for oil, often referring to olive oil, which was highly valued in ancient times. It symbolizes richness, anointing, and healing, and is used in various biblical contexts, including rituals and medicinal practices.
Definition: 1) fat, oil 1a) fat, fatness 1b) oil, olive oil 1b1) as staple, medicament or unguent 1b2) for anointing 1c) fat (of fruitful land, valleys) (metaph)
Usage: Occurs in 176 OT verses. KJV: anointing, [idiom] fat (things), [idiom] fruitful, oil(-ed), ointment, olive, [phrase] pine. See also: Genesis 28:18; Deuteronomy 8:8; Psalms 23:5.
הַ/מִּשְׁחָ֔ה
mishchâh
H4888
"anointing"
Art | N-fs
A consecrated portion refers to something set apart as special or holy, like the anointing oil used in Exodus 30:23-33. It's a gift or substance used for a specific, sacred purpose.
Definition: 1) ointment (used to consecrate by anointing) 2) anointing portion
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: (to be) anointed(-ing), ointment. See also: Exodus 25:6; Exodus 40:9; Numbers 18:8.
וְ/אֵ֖ת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
קְטֹ֣רֶת
qᵉṭôreth
H7004
"incense"
N-fs
Incense refers to a sweet smoke from burning sacrifices, used in worship and perfume. It symbolizes a pleasing aroma to God, found in Leviticus and other books.
Definition: 1) incense, smoke, odour of (burning) sacrifice 1a) sweet smoke of sacrifice 1b) incense 1c) perfume
Usage: Occurs in 58 OT verses. KJV: (sweet) incense, perfume. See also: Exodus 25:6; Numbers 7:50; Psalms 66:15.
הַ/סַּמִּ֑ים
çam
H5561
"spice"
Art | N-mp
This word means a spice or aroma, used in incense and perfumes. It is translated as 'sweet spice' in the KJV Bible, and is mentioned in books like Exodus and Ezekiel.
Definition: 1) spice 1a) a spice used in incense
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: sweet (spice). See also: Exodus 25:6; Exodus 37:29; 2 Chronicles 13:11.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
מָסַ֥ךְ
mâçâk
H4539
"covering"
N-ms
This term means a cover or veil, like the screen of the tabernacle, used for hiding or protection.
Definition: 1) covering, rag, screen 1a) covering 1b) screen (of the tabernacle)
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: covering, curtain, hanging. See also: Exodus 26:36; Exodus 40:8; Psalms 105:39.
הַ/פֶּ֖תַח
pethach
H6607
"entrance"
Art | N-ms
A pethach is an entrance or doorway, like the gates of Jerusalem or the door to the temple, often symbolizing transition or access to a new place.
Definition: opening, doorway, entrance
Usage: Occurs in 154 OT verses. KJV: door, entering (in), entrance (-ry), gate, opening, place. See also: Genesis 4:7; Judges 9:40; Psalms 24:7.
לְ/פֶ֥תַח
pethach
H6607
"entrance"
Prep | N-ms
A pethach is an entrance or doorway, like the gates of Jerusalem or the door to the temple, often symbolizing transition or access to a new place.
Definition: opening, doorway, entrance
Usage: Occurs in 154 OT verses. KJV: door, entering (in), entrance (-ry), gate, opening, place. See also: Genesis 4:7; Judges 9:40; Psalms 24:7.
הַ/מִּשְׁכָּֽן
mishkân
H4908
"tabernacle"
Art | N-ms
The tabernacle was a special tent where God met with the Israelites, as described in Exodus and Leviticus. It was a portable place of worship, like a dwelling place for God. The Israelites carried it with them.
Definition: 1) dwelling place, tabernacle 1a) dwelling-place 1b) dwellings Aramaic equivalent: mish.kan (מִשְׁכַּן "habitation" H4907)
Usage: Occurs in 129 OT verses. KJV: dwelleth, dwelling (place), habitation, tabernacle, tent. See also: Exodus 25:9; Numbers 3:23; Psalms 26:8.
Study Notes — Exodus 35:15
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- Context
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- Exodus 35:15 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 35:15
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 35:15
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 35:15
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 35:15
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 35:15
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 35:15
- Sermons on Exodus 35:15
Context — The Skilled Craftsmen
13the table with its poles, all its utensils, and the Bread of the Presence;
14the lampstand for light with its accessories and lamps and oil for the light;
15the altar of incense with its poles; the anointing oil and fragrant incense; the curtain for the doorway at the entrance to the tabernacle;
16the altar of burnt offering with its bronze grate, its poles, and all its utensils; the basin with its stand; 17the curtains of the courtyard with its posts and bases, and the curtain for the gate of the courtyard;Cross References
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| 1 | Exodus 30:1–10 | “You are also to make an altar of acacia wood for the burning of incense. It is to be square, a cubit long, a cubit wide, and two cubits high. Its horns must be of one piece. Overlay with pure gold the top and all the sides and horns, and make a molding of gold around it. And make two gold rings below the molding on opposite sides to hold the poles used to carry it. Make the poles of acacia wood and overlay them with gold. Place the altar in front of the veil that is before the ark of the Testimony —before the mercy seat that is over the Testimony—where I will meet with you. And Aaron is to burn fragrant incense on it every morning when he tends the lamps. When Aaron sets up the lamps at twilight, he must burn the incense perpetually before the LORD for the generations to come. On this altar you must not offer unauthorized incense or a burnt offering or grain offering; nor are you to pour a drink offering on it. Once a year Aaron shall make atonement on the horns of the altar. Throughout your generations he shall make atonement on it annually with the blood of the sin offering of atonement. The altar is most holy to the LORD.” |
| 2 | Exodus 30:22–38 | Then the LORD said to Moses, “Take the finest spices: 500 shekels of liquid myrrh, half that amount (250 shekels) of fragrant cinnamon, 250 shekels of fragrant cane, 500 shekels of cassia —all according to the sanctuary shekel—and a hin of olive oil. Prepare from these a sacred anointing oil, a fragrant blend, the work of a perfumer; it will be a sacred anointing oil. Use this oil to anoint the Tent of Meeting, the ark of the Testimony, the table and all its utensils, the lampstand and its utensils, the altar of incense, the altar of burnt offering and all its utensils, and the basin with its stand. You are to consecrate them so that they will be most holy. Whatever touches them shall be holy. Anoint Aaron and his sons and consecrate them to serve Me as priests. And you are to tell the Israelites, ‘This will be My sacred anointing oil for the generations to come. It must not be used to anoint an ordinary man, and you must not make anything like it with the same formula. It is holy, and it must be holy to you. Anyone who mixes perfume like it or puts it on an outsider shall be cut off from his people.’” The LORD also said to Moses, “Take fragrant spices—gum resin, onycha, galbanum, and pure frankincense—in equal measures, and make a fragrant blend of incense, the work of a perfumer, seasoned with salt, pure and holy. Grind some of it into fine powder and place it in front of the Testimony in the Tent of Meeting, where I will meet with you. It shall be most holy to you. You are never to use this formula to make incense for yourselves; you shall regard it as holy to the LORD. Anyone who makes something like it to enjoy its fragrance shall be cut off from his people.” |
| 3 | Exodus 37:25–28 | He made the altar of incense out of acacia wood. It was square, a cubit long, a cubit wide, and two cubits high. Its horns were of one piece. And he overlaid with pure gold the top and all the sides and horns. Then he made a molding of gold around it. He made two gold rings below the molding on opposite sides to hold the poles used to carry it. And he made the poles of acacia wood and overlaid them with gold. |
| 4 | Exodus 36:37–38 | For the entrance to the tent, he made a curtain embroidered with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and finely spun linen, together with five posts and their hooks. He overlaid the tops of the posts and their bands with gold, and their five bases were bronze. |
| 5 | Psalms 141:2 | May my prayer be set before You like incense, my uplifted hands like the evening offering. |
| 6 | Exodus 26:36–37 | For the entrance to the tent, you are to make a curtain embroidered with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and finely spun linen. Make five posts of acacia wood for the curtain, overlay them with gold hooks, and cast five bronze bases for them. |
Exodus 35:15 Summary
Exodus 35:15 talks about the altar of incense, the anointing oil, and the curtain at the entrance to the tabernacle. The altar of incense was like a special messenger that carried the people's prayers to God (Psalm 141:2). The anointing oil was used to make the priests and the tabernacle special and separate for God's use (Exodus 30:22-33). The curtain was like a divider that reminded people of the importance of being humble and reverent when approaching God (Hebrews 10:19-20).
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the purpose of the altar of incense in the tabernacle?
The altar of incense was used for burning fragrant incense to symbolize the prayers of the people rising to God, as seen in Psalm 141:2 and Revelation 8:3-4.
What was the significance of the anointing oil in Exodus 35:15?
The anointing oil was used to consecrate and dedicate the priests, the tabernacle, and its furnishings for God's service, as explained in Exodus 30:22-33 and Leviticus 8:10-12.
What was the curtain for the doorway at the entrance to the tabernacle for?
The curtain served as a divider between the holy place and the outside, symbolizing the separation between God's presence and the world, as mentioned in Exodus 26:36-37 and Hebrews 10:19-20.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Exodus?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of the construction of the tabernacle, which represents God's dwelling among His people, as seen in Exodus 25:8 and 29:45-46.
Reflection Questions
- What does the altar of incense represent in my own life, and how can I apply its symbolism to my prayer life?
- How can I, like the Israelites, dedicate and consecrate myself for God's service, and what role does the anointing oil play in this process?
- What are some ways I can create a sacred space in my own life, separating myself from the world and dedicating myself to God's presence?
- How does the curtain at the entrance to the tabernacle remind me of the importance of humility and reverence in my approach to God?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 35:15
And the incense altar, and his staves,.... Which were overlaid with gold; hence this altar was called the golden altar, of which see Exodus 30:1 and the anointing oil and sweet incense; each of which
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 35:15
And Moses spake unto all the congregation of the children of Israel, saying, This is the thing which the LORD commanded, saying, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 35:15
(10-19) And every wise hearted among you.—The first appeal is to all; all may contribute something towards the materials of the sacred structure. But the second appeal is to some only. The “wise-hearted” alone can take part in the actual construction, and “make all that the Lord hath commanded.” On the expression “wise – hearted,” see Note on Exodus 28:3. It includes skill of various kinds and degrees, even that of poor women, who “did spin with their hands, and brought that which they had spun, both of blue, and of purple, and of scarlet, and of fine linen” (Exodus 35:25). In enumerating the things to be constructed, Moses follows, not the order of the revelations made to him, but what may be called the natural order: first, the Tabernacle as a whole; then its various parts (Exodus 35:11); after this, its contents—those of the Holy of Holies (Exodus 35:12), of the Holy Place (Exodus 35:13-15), and of the Court (Exodus 35:16-18); finally, the dress to be worn by those who conducted the services (Exodus 35:19). On the Tabernacle and its parts, see Exodus 26:1-37; on the Ark, the staves, and the mercy-seat, Exodus 25:10-15; on the “veil of the covering,” Exodus 26:31; on the table and the candlestick, Exodus 25:23-30; on the incense altar, Exodus 30:1-10; on the anointing oil, Exodus 30:23-25; on the sweet incense, Exodus 30:34-35; on the hanging for the door, Exodus 26:36; on the altar of burnt offering, Exodus 27:1-8; on the laver and its foot, Exodus 30:17-21; on the hangings of the Court, its pillars, sockets, pins, &c., Exodus 27:9-19; and on “the cloths of service,” Exodus 28:2-42. (On the true meaning of the expression, “cloths of service,” see Note on Exodus 31:10.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 35:15
Verse 15. The incense altar] The golden altar, see Exodus 30:1-10.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 35:15
15. the altar of incense] this here appears in the place in which we should expect it, among the other vessels of the Holy place. door (twice)] entrance. the altar of burnt offering] See on Exodus 38:1.
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 35:15
11-19. The tabernacle, etc. — These different parts of the sanctuary and the sacred vessels are illustrated in notes on chaps. 25-28.
Sermons on Exodus 35:15
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(Exodus) Exodus 27:9-21 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the significance of light in the Bible and its connection to Christ. The speaker explains that while Jesus was on earth, he referred to himsel |
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(Exodus) Exodus 30:34-38 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the significance of the altar of incense in the tabernacle. The altar of incense represents prayer and worship, where believers offer their pr |
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(Exodus) Exodus 30:1-6 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the three articles of furniture in the main compartment of the tabernacle, which all represent worship. The lampstand and the table of showbre |
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(Exodus) Exodus 25:23-28 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of settling the sin question before being able to worship God. He explains that in the tabernacle, there are two articles of f |
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The Altar of Incense by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes the significance of the altar of incense in the temple, representing the prayers of the saints as a sweet aroma to God. He explains how the incense symbolize |
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The Yardstick for Measuring Your Life by Paris Reidhead | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing our sins before approaching God. He compares the labor in the tabernacle, which was used for was |
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Hints on the Tabernacle Exodus 25-34 by John Nelson Darby | John Nelson Darby explores the significance of the tabernacle as a divine pattern reflecting heavenly realities, emphasizing that the tabernacle serves as a shadow of good things t |