Exodus 35:16
Exodus 35:16 in Multiple Translations
the altar of burnt offering with its bronze grate, its poles, and all its utensils; the basin with its stand;
The altar of burnt offering, with his brasen grate, his staves, and all his vessels, the laver and his foot,
the altar of burnt-offering, with its grating of brass, its staves, and all its vessels, the laver and its base;
The altar of burned offerings, with its network of brass, its rods, and all its vessels, the washing-vessel and its base;
the altar of burnt offering with its bronze grate, its poles and all its utensils; the basin plus its stand;
The Altar of burnt offering with his brasen grate, his barres and all his instruments, the Lauer and his foote,
'The altar of burnt-offering and the brazen grate which it hath, its staves, and all its vessels, the laver and its base,
the altar of burnt offering, with its grating of bronze, its poles, and all its vessels, the basin and its base;
The altar of burnt-offering, with its brazen grate, its staffs, and all its vessels, the laver and its foot,
The altar of holocaust, and its grate of brass, with the bars and vessels thereof: the laver and its foot:
the altar for offering sacrifices that will be completely burned and its bronze grating, the poles for carrying that altar and all the things that will be used with it, the washbasin and its base,
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Exodus 35:16 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אֵ֣ת
מִזְבַּ֣ח
הָ/עֹלָ֗ה
וְ/אֶת
מִכְבַּ֤ר
הַ/נְּחֹ֨שֶׁת֙
אֲשֶׁר
ל֔/וֹ
אֶת
בַּדָּ֖י/ו
וְ/אֶת
כָּל
כֵּלָ֑י/ו
אֶת
הַ/כִּיֹּ֖ר
וְ/אֶת
כַּנּֽ/וֹ
אֵ֣ת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
מִזְבַּ֣ח
mizbêach
H4196
altar
N-ms
הָ/עֹלָ֗ה
ʻôlâh
H5930
burnt offering
Art | N-fs
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
מִכְבַּ֤ר
makbêr
H4345
grate
N-ms
הַ/נְּחֹ֨שֶׁת֙
nᵉchôsheth
H5178
bronze
Art | N-fs
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
ל֔/וֹ
Prep | Suff
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
בַּדָּ֖י/ו
bad
H905
alone
N-mp | Suff
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
כֵּלָ֑י/ו
kᵉlîy
H3627
article/utensil
N-mp | Suff
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הַ/כִּיֹּ֖ר
kîyôwr
H3595
basin
Art | N-ms
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
כַּנּֽ/וֹ
kên
H3653
stand
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 35:16
אֵ֣ת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
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.
מִזְבַּ֣ח
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.
הָ/עֹלָ֗ה
ʻôlâh
H5930
"burnt offering"
Art | N-fs
This word refers to a step or stairs, often used to describe the ascent to the altar for a burnt offering. In the Bible, it can also mean a holocaust or sacrifice, like in Leviticus.
Definition: whole burnt offering Aramaic equivalent: a.lah (עֲלָת "burnt offering" H5928)
Usage: Occurs in 262 OT verses. KJV: ascent, burnt offering (sacrifice), go up to. See also H5766 (עֶוֶל). See also: Genesis 8:20; Numbers 15:5; 2 Chronicles 29:7.
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.
מִכְבַּ֤ר
makbêr
H4345
"grate"
N-ms
A grate or lattice-work, used to describe a barrier or partition, like a screen. It appears in the Bible as a physical object, not a metaphor.
Definition: grating, lattice-work
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: grate. See also: Exodus 27:4; Exodus 38:5; Exodus 39:39.
הַ/נְּחֹ֨שֶׁת֙
nᵉchôsheth
H5178
"bronze"
Art | N-fs
This Hebrew word refers to copper or something made of it, like a coin or chain. It can also symbolize something base or impure, as in lust or filthiness. It appears in various KJV translations, including brasen and brass.
Definition: 1) copper, bronze 1a) copper (ore), bronze (as copper alloy) 1b) fetters (of copper or bronze) 1c) copper (as value)
Usage: Occurs in 119 OT verses. KJV: brasen, brass, chain, copper, fetter (of brass), filthiness, steel. See also: Genesis 4:22; 1 Kings 7:38; Psalms 107:16.
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
ל֔/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
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.
בַּדָּ֖י/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/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.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
כֵּלָ֑י/ו
kᵉlîy
H3627
"article/utensil"
N-mp | Suff
This Hebrew word refers to any object or tool, like a utensil or a piece of furniture. It is used to describe a wide range of items, from musical instruments to weapons. It emphasizes the object's purpose or function.
Definition: 1) article, vessel, implement, utensil 1a) article, object (general) 1b) utensil, implement, apparatus, vessel 1b1) implement (of hunting or war) 1b2) implement (of music) 1b3) implement, tool (of labour) 1b4) equipment, yoke (of oxen) 1b5) utensils, furniture 1c) vessel, receptacle (general) 1d) vessels (boats) of paper-reed
Usage: Occurs in 276 OT verses. KJV: armour(-bearer), artillery, bag, carriage, [phrase] furnish, furniture, instrument, jewel, that is made of, [idiom] one from another, that which pertaineth, pot, [phrase] psaltery, sack, stuff, thing, tool, vessel, ware, weapon, [phrase] whatsoever. See also: Genesis 24:53; 1 Samuel 14:13; Ezra 8:26.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
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.
הַ/כִּיֹּ֖ר
kîyôwr
H3595
"basin"
Art | N-ms
This word means a round container, like a basin or pan. It can also refer to a platform or stage. The KJV translation includes 'hearth', 'laver', and 'scaffold'.
Definition: 1) pot, basin, laver, pan 1a) pot, caldron 1b) fire-pot, brazier 1c) basin, laver 1d) platform, stage
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: hearth, laver, pan, scaffold. See also: Exodus 30:18; 1 Samuel 2:14; Zechariah 12:6.
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.
כַּנּֽ/וֹ
kên
H3653
"stand"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word refers to a base or pedestal, like the base of a statue or a foundation. It can also mean a place or office, such as a position of authority. It appears in books like Exodus and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) base, stand, pedestal, office, foot, place, estate 1a) base, pedestal 1b) office, place
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: base, estate, foot, office, place, well. See also: Genesis 40:13; Exodus 40:11; Isaiah 33:23.
Study Notes — Exodus 35:16
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- Context
- Cross References
- Exodus 35:16 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 35:16
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 35:16
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 35:16
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 35:16
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 35:16
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 35:16
- Sermons on Exodus 35:16
Context — The Skilled Craftsmen
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; 18the tent pegs for the tabernacle and for the courtyard, along with their ropes;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 27:1–8 | “You are to build an altar of acacia wood. The altar must be square, five cubits long, five cubits wide, and three cubits high. Make a horn on each of its four corners, so that the horns are of one piece, and overlay it with bronze. Make all its utensils of bronze—its pots for removing ashes, its shovels, its sprinkling bowls, its meat forks, and its firepans. Construct for it a grate of bronze mesh, and make a bronze ring at each of the four corners of the mesh. Set the grate beneath the ledge of the altar, so that the mesh comes halfway up the altar. Additionally, make poles of acacia wood for the altar and overlay them with bronze. The poles are to be inserted into the rings so that the poles are on two sides of the altar when it is carried. Construct the altar with boards so that it is hollow. It is to be made just as you were shown on the mountain. |
| 2 | Exodus 30:18–21 | “You are to make a bronze basin with a bronze stand for washing. Set it between the Tent of Meeting and the altar, and put water in it, with which Aaron and his sons are to wash their hands and feet. Whenever they enter the Tent of Meeting or approach the altar to minister by presenting an offering made by fire to the LORD, they must wash with water so that they will not die. Thus they are to wash their hands and feet so that they will not die; this shall be a permanent statute for Aaron and his descendants for the generations to come.” |
| 3 | Exodus 38:1–8 | Bezalel constructed the altar of burnt offering from acacia wood. It was square, five cubits long, five cubits wide, and three cubits high. He made a horn at each of its four corners, so that the horns and altar were of one piece, and he overlaid the altar with bronze. He made all the altar’s utensils of bronze—its pots, shovels, sprinkling bowls, meat forks, and firepans. He made a grate of bronze mesh for the altar under its ledge, halfway up from the bottom. At the four corners of the bronze grate he cast four rings as holders for the poles. And he made the poles of acacia wood and overlaid them with bronze. Then he inserted the poles into the rings on the sides of the altar for carrying it. He made the altar with boards so that it was hollow. Next he made the bronze basin and its stand from the mirrors of the women who served at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. |
Exodus 35:16 Summary
Exodus 35:16 describes the altar of burnt offering and the basin with its stand, which were crucial components of the tabernacle. The altar represented the place where the Israelites would offer sacrifices to God, like in Leviticus 1:1-17, to atone for their sins and worship Him. The basin, or laver, was used for ceremonial washing, as seen in Exodus 30:17-21, to symbolize spiritual cleansing and purification. Just like the Israelites, we can create a sacred space for worship and communion with God, and prepare ourselves for spiritual service through prayer, reflection, and purification, as encouraged in Psalms 51:7 and Hebrews 10:22.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the altar of burnt offering in Exodus 35:16?
The altar of burnt offering was a crucial part of the tabernacle, where the Israelites would offer sacrifices to God, as instructed in Exodus 27:1-8 and Leviticus 1:1-17, to atone for their sins and worship Him.
Why is the bronze grate mentioned specifically in Exodus 35:16?
The bronze grate was an essential component of the altar of burnt offering, as it allowed for the removal of ashes and facilitated the burning of sacrifices, as described in Exodus 27:4-5 and Exodus 29:37-38.
What is the purpose of the basin with its stand in Exodus 35:16?
The basin with its stand, also known as the laver, was used by the priests for ceremonial washing, as mentioned in Exodus 30:17-21 and Exodus 40:30-32, to symbolize spiritual cleansing and purification before approaching God.
How does Exodus 35:16 relate to the overall theme of the tabernacle?
Exodus 35:16 is part of the larger narrative of the tabernacle's construction, which represents God's dwelling place among His people, as seen in Exodus 25:8 and Hebrews 9:1-14, and highlights the importance of worship, sacrifice, and purification in the Israelites' relationship with God.
Reflection Questions
- What does the altar of burnt offering represent in my own life, and how can I apply the principle of sacrifice and worship to my daily relationship with God?
- How can I, like the Israelites, create a sacred space for worship and communion with God, and what are the essential elements of such a space?
- What are the spiritual ashes and debris that need to be removed from my life, and how can I, like the bronze grate, allow God to cleanse and purify me?
- In what ways can I, like the priests, prepare myself for spiritual service and worship, and what role does ceremonial washing and purification play in my walk with God?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 35:16
The altar of burnt offering with his brazen grate, his staves, and all his vessels,.... Of which see Exodus 27:1 the laver and his foot; Aben Ezra here observes that it had no staves, and conjectures
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 35:16
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 35:16
(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 35:16
Verse 16. The altar of burnt-offering] The brazen altar, see Exodus 27:1-8.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 35:16
10–19. All skilled workmen among the people invited to assist in the task of making the objects prescribed. There is nothing in chs. 25–31 corresponding to this invitation: Exodus 28:3 relates to the priestly vestments alone. The enumeration of things to be made begins with the Dwelling, and then proceeds in order from the Holy of holies to the Court, ending with the vestments for the priests.
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 35:16
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 35:16
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(Exodus) Exodus 27:1-8 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the significance of the way of the cross as the only path to God. The brazen altar is highlighted as the place where access to God is made p |
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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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(Exodus) Exodus 25:9 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the tabernacle and its significance in the Bible. He emphasizes that the tabernacle was a pattern of the one in heaven, indicating the existen |
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(Exodus) Exodus 37:1-29 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the structure and symbolism of the tabernacle in the Bible. The tabernacle had three compartments and three entrances: the outer court, the ho |
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(Exodus) Exodus 38:1-8 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the significance of two articles of furniture in the outer court of the tabernacle: the altar of burnt offering and the laver. The altar rep |
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Can Two Walk Together? by James Macginlay | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of prayer and dismisses the idea of fake religions that rely on visions, dreams, and hallucinations. He encourages the congre |
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The Tabernacle 03 Consecration-Priesthood by J. Henry Brown | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the anticipation of believers for the moment when they will be transformed and receive eternal life. He emphasizes that our current bodies are |