Exodus 35:8
Exodus 35:8 in Multiple Translations
olive oil for the light; spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense;
And oil for the light, and spices for anointing oil, and for the sweet incense,
and oil for the light, and spices for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense,
And oil for the lights, and spices for the holy oil and for the sweet perfumes for burning.
olive oil for the lamps; spices for the anointing oil and for the aromatic incense;
Also oyle for light, and spices for the anointing oyle, and for the sweete incense,
and oil for the light, and spices for the anointing oil, and for the spice perfume,
oil for the light, spices for the anointing oil and for the sweet incense,
And oil for the light, and spices for anointing oil, and for the sweet incense,
And oil to maintain lights, and to make ointment, and most sweet incense.
oil for the lamps, spices to put in the olive oil for anointing and in the sweet-smelling incense,
Berean Amplified Bible — Exodus 35:8
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Exodus 35:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/שֶׁ֖מֶן
לַ/מָּא֑וֹר
וּ/בְשָׂמִים֙
לְ/שֶׁ֣מֶן
הַ/מִּשְׁחָ֔ה
וְ/לִ/קְטֹ֖רֶת
הַ/סַּמִּֽים
וְ/שֶׁ֖מֶן
shemen
H8081
oil
Conj | N-ms
לַ/מָּא֑וֹר
mâʼôwr
H3974
light
Prep | N-ms
וּ/בְשָׂמִים֙
besem
H1314
spice
Conj | N-mp
לְ/שֶׁ֣מֶן
shemen
H8081
oil
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 35:8
וְ/שֶׁ֖מֶן
shemen
H8081
"oil"
Conj | 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.
לַ/מָּא֑וֹר
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/בְשָׂמִים֙
besem
H1314
"spice"
Conj | N-mp
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.
לְ/שֶׁ֣מֶן
shemen
H8081
"oil"
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 35:8
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- Exodus 35:8 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 35:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 35:8
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 35:8
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 35:8
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 35:8
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 35:8
- Sermons on Exodus 35:8
Context — Offerings for the Tabernacle
6blue, purple, and scarlet yarn; fine linen and goat hair;
7ram skins dyed red and fine leather; acacia wood;
8olive oil for the light; spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense;
9and onyx stones and gemstones to be mounted on the ephod and breastpiece. 10Let every skilled craftsman among you come and make everything that the LORD has commanded:Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 27:20 | And you are to command the Israelites to bring you pure oil of pressed olives for the light, to keep the lamps burning continually. |
| 2 | Exodus 25:1–40 | Then the LORD said to Moses, “Tell the Israelites to bring Me an offering. You are to receive My offering from every man whose heart compels him. This is the offering you are to accept from them: gold, silver, and bronze; blue, purple, and scarlet yarn; fine linen and goat hair; ram skins dyed red and fine leather; acacia wood; olive oil for the light; spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense; and onyx stones and gemstones to be mounted on the ephod and breastpiece. And they are to make a sanctuary for Me, so that I may dwell among them. You must make the tabernacle and design all its furnishings according to the pattern I show you. And they are to construct an ark of acacia wood, two and a half cubits long, a cubit and a half wide, and a cubit and a half high. Overlay it with pure gold both inside and out, and make a gold molding around it. Cast four gold rings for it and fasten them to its four feet, two rings on one side and two on the other. And make poles of acacia wood and overlay them with gold. Insert the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark, in order to carry it. The poles are to remain in the rings of the ark; they must not be removed. And place inside the ark the Testimony, which I will give you. And you are to construct a mercy seat of pure gold, two and a half cubits long and a cubit and a half wide. Make two cherubim of hammered gold at the ends of the mercy seat, one cherub on one end and one on the other, all made from one piece of gold. And the cherubim are to have wings that spread upward, overshadowing the mercy seat. The cherubim are to face each other, looking toward the mercy seat. Set the mercy seat atop the ark, and put the Testimony that I will give you into the ark. And I will meet with you there above the mercy seat, between the two cherubim that are over the ark of the Testimony; I will speak with you about all that I command you regarding the Israelites. You are also to make a table of acacia wood two cubits long, a cubit wide, and a cubit and a half high. Overlay it with pure gold and make a gold molding around it. And make a rim around it a handbreadth wide and put a gold molding on the rim. Make four gold rings for the table and fasten them to the four corners at its four legs. The rings are to be close to the rim, to serve as holders for the poles used to carry the table. Make the poles of acacia wood and overlay them with gold, so that the table may be carried with them. You are also to make the plates and dishes, as well as the pitchers and bowls for pouring drink offerings. Make them out of pure gold. And place the Bread of the Presence on the table before Me at all times. Then you are to make a lampstand of pure, hammered gold. It shall be made of one piece, including its base and shaft, its cups, and its buds and petals. Six branches are to extend from the sides of the lampstand—three on one side and three on the other. There are to be three cups shaped like almond blossoms on the first branch, each with buds and petals, three on the next branch, and the same for all six branches that extend from the lampstand. And on the lampstand there shall be four cups shaped like almond blossoms with buds and petals. For the six branches that extend from the lampstand, a bud must be under the first pair of branches, a bud under the second pair, and a bud under the third pair. The buds and branches are to be all of one piece with the lampstand, hammered out of pure gold. Make seven lamps and set them up on the lampstand so that they illuminate the area in front of it. The wick trimmers and their trays must be of pure gold. The lampstand and all these utensils shall be made from a talent of pure gold. See to it that you make everything according to the pattern shown you on the mountain. |
| 3 | Exodus 30:23 | “Take the finest spices: 500 shekels of liquid myrrh, half that amount (250 shekels) of fragrant cinnamon, 250 shekels of fragrant cane, |
| 4 | Exodus 30:28 | the altar of burnt offering and all its utensils, and the basin with its stand. |
Exodus 35:8 Summary
Exodus 35:8 talks about the special items needed for worship in the tabernacle, like olive oil for the lamps and spices for the anointing oil and incense. These items were important because they helped the Israelites remember God's presence and guidance, as seen in Exodus 25:6 and Psalm 138:2. Just like the Israelites, we can offer our best to God in worship and service, using the gifts and talents He has given us (Romans 12:1). By doing so, we can be a 'fragrant aroma' to those around us, pointing them to God's love and presence in our lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of olive oil for the light in Exodus 35:8?
Olive oil for the light represents the Holy Spirit's presence and guidance, as seen in Exodus 25:6 and Leviticus 24:2, where it is used for the lamps in the tabernacle.
What are the spices for the anointing oil and fragrant incense used for?
The spices are used to create a sacred anointing oil, as described in Exodus 30:23-33, and fragrant incense, as mentioned in Exodus 30:34-38, both of which are used in worship and to symbolize the presence of God, as seen in Psalm 138:2.
Why are these specific items, like olive oil and spices, so important in the Bible?
These items are important because they represent the heart of worship and the presence of God among His people, as seen in Exodus 29:43 and Leviticus 16:2, where God's glory is present in the tabernacle.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of worship in the Bible?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of worship in the Bible, where God's people are called to offer their best to Him, as seen in Malachi 1:6-8 and Romans 12:1, where we are called to offer our bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God.
Reflection Questions
- What does the use of olive oil for the light in the tabernacle reveal about God's character and our relationship with Him?
- How can we, like the Israelites, offer our best to God in worship and service, as seen in Exodus 35:8 and Romans 12:1?
- What role does the anointing oil and fragrant incense play in our worship and how can we apply this to our daily lives?
- How can we, as believers, be a 'fragrant aroma' to those around us, as seen in 2 Corinthians 2:14-16, and what does this have to do with the spices mentioned in Exodus 35:8?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 35:8
[See comments on Exodus 35:5].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 35:8
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 35:8
THE PEOPLE INVITED TO OFFER THE OF THE , AND TO ASSIST IN THE WORK.(4-9) And Moses spake.—This passage is the sequence and counterpart of Exo 25:1-7, and follows exactly the same order in the enumeration of the required offerings. Both passages equally declare the sine quâ non of an acceptable offering to be “a willing heart” (Exodus 25:2; Exodus 35:5).
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 35:8
Verse 8. Oil for the light] See Exodus 25:6.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 35:8
8. sweet incense] incense of fragrant powders (Exodus 25:6). So vv. 15, 27.
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 35:8
THE FOR THE , Exodus 35:4-29. 5-9. An offering — See notes on Exodus 25:2-7.
Sermons on Exodus 35:8
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Oil for the Light by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the pressing need for a true knowledge and understanding of the Holy Spirit and His work. The speaker highlights that living in the good of t |
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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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Nehemiah #3: Chapter 7-12 by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the unity of believers in Christ. He describes a gathering in a large tent where people from different backgrounds come together to worship a |
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The Tabernacle 07 the Lampstand by J. Henry Brown | In this sermon, the speaker recounts a personal experience where he was reunited with old friends after 15 years. During their conversation, a little girl enters the room with doll |
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The Person of the Holy Spirit by John F. Walvoord | John F. Walvoord delves into the Doctrine of the Holy Spirit, covering major divisions such as the Personality, Deity, Procession, Titles, and Types of the Holy Spirit. He emphasiz |
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Fren-03 the Holiest Place of All by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding and following God's prescribed pattern for approaching Him. He highlights the privilege we have as believers |
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Redemption: Grace and Love by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of meeting God's needs through love and grace. He uses the example of the Israelites building the Tabernacle to illustrate th |