Exodus 35:28
Exodus 35:28 in Multiple Translations
as well as spices and olive oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense.
And spice, and oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense.
and the spice, and the oil; for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense.
And the spice and the oil for the light, and the holy oil and the sweet perfumes.
as well as spices and olive oil for lighting, for the anointing oil, and for the aromatic incense.
Also spice, and oyle for light, and for the anoynting oyle, and for the sweete perfume.
and the spices, and the oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the spice perfume;
with the spice and the oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense.
And spice, and oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense.
And spices and oil for the lights, and for the preparing of ointment, and to make the incense of most sweet savour.
They also brought spices to put in the sweet-smelling incense, and they brought olive oil for the lamps and for the oil for anointing and for putting in the sweet-smelling incense.
Berean Amplified Bible — Exodus 35:28
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Exodus 35:28 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אֶת
הַ/בֹּ֖שֶׂם
וְ/אֶת
הַ/שָּׁ֑מֶן
לְ/מָא֕וֹר
וּ/לְ/שֶׁ֨מֶן֙
הַ/מִּשְׁחָ֔ה
וְ/לִ/קְטֹ֖רֶת
הַ/סַּמִּֽים
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
הַ/בֹּ֖שֶׂם
besem
H1314
spice
Art | N-ms
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
הַ/שָּׁ֑מֶן
shemen
H8081
oil
Art | N-ms
לְ/מָא֕וֹר
mâʼôwr
H3974
light
Prep | N-ms
וּ/לְ/שֶׁ֨מֶן֙
shemen
H8081
oil
Conj | Prep | N-ms
הַ/מִּשְׁחָ֔ה
mishchâh
H4888
anointing
Art | N-fs
וְ/לִ/קְטֹ֖רֶת
qᵉṭôreth
H7004
incense
Conj | Prep | N-fs
הַ/סַּמִּֽים
çam
H5561
spice
Art | N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 35:28
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.
הַ/בֹּ֖שֶׂם
besem
H1314
"spice"
Art | N-ms
This word describes a pleasant smell, like a sweet perfume or fragrance. It can also refer to the balsam plant or tree, which was known for its sweet odor.
Definition: 1) spice, balsam, balsam tree, perfume 2) (TWOT) sweet, sweet smell, sweet odour
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: smell, spice, sweet (odour). See also: Exodus 25:6; 2 Chronicles 9:24; Isaiah 3:24.
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.
הַ/שָּׁ֑מֶן
shemen
H8081
"oil"
Art | 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.
לְ/מָא֕וֹר
mâʼôwr
H3974
"light"
Prep | N-ms
This word means light, like the sun or a lamp, and also happiness or cheerfulness. It's used in the Bible to describe God's presence and joy. The KJV translates it as 'light' or 'bright'.
Definition: light, luminary
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: bright, light. See also: Genesis 1:14; Exodus 39:37; Psalms 74:16.
וּ/לְ/שֶׁ֨מֶן֙
shemen
H8081
"oil"
Conj | Prep | 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/לִ/קְטֹ֖רֶת
qᵉṭôreth
H7004
"incense"
Conj | Prep | 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/סַּמִּֽים
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.
Study Notes — Exodus 35:28
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Context — The People Offer Gifts
26And all the skilled women whose hearts were stirred spun the goat hair.
27The leaders brought onyx stones and gemstones to mount on the ephod and breastpiece,
28as well as spices and olive oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense.
29So all the men and women of the Israelites whose hearts prompted them brought a freewill offering to the LORD for all the work that the LORD through Moses had commanded them to do. 30Then 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.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exodus 30:23–38 | “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.” |
| 2 | Exodus 35:8 | olive oil for the light; spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense; |
Exodus 35:28 Summary
This verse talks about the people bringing spices and olive oil to make special things for worship, like the light, anointing oil, and incense. They did this because God asked them to, and they wanted to please Him. Just like the people in the Bible, we can use our skills and resources to worship God and bring Him joy, as seen in verses like Romans 12:1 and 1 Corinthians 10:31. By giving our best to God, we can show our love and gratitude for all that He has done for us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the spices and olive oil in Exodus 35:28?
The spices and olive oil were essential for the light, anointing oil, and fragrant incense, which were all crucial elements in the worship and service of the tabernacle, as seen in Exodus 30:23-33 and Leviticus 24:1-4.
Why were the people bringing these offerings to the Lord?
The people were bringing these offerings to the Lord as an act of worship and obedience, in response to God's command through Moses, as stated in Exodus 35:4-9 and supported by Exodus 25:1-9.
What is the connection between the spices and olive oil and the anointing oil?
The spices and olive oil were used to make the anointing oil, which was used to consecrate and set apart the priests and the tabernacle furnishings for God's service, as described in Exodus 30:22-33 and referenced in Leviticus 8:10-13.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of worship in the Bible?
This verse highlights the importance of worship and the attention to detail that God requires, as seen in Exodus 35:28 and supported by other verses like John 4:23-24, which emphasize the significance of worshiping God in spirit and truth.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's desire for our worship and service to be pleasing to Him?
- How can I apply the principle of attention to detail in my own life, as seen in the preparation of the spices and olive oil?
- What role do I play in supporting the worship and service of my local church, and how can I be more involved?
- In what ways can I use my skills and resources to bring glory to God, just like the skilled women who spun the goat hair?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 35:28
And spice and oil,.... Such excellent spices and precious oil, pure oil olive, as the common people had not, and which they brought out of Egypt; the one was for the light: for the light of the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 35:28
And every man, with whom was found blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine linen, and goats' hair, and red skins of rams, and badgers' skins, brought them. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 35:28
(28) Spice.-See Exodus 30:23-24; Exodus 30:34.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 35:28
20–29. Presentation of the offerings.