Exodus 36:6

Verse

After Moses had given an order, they sent a proclamation throughout the camp: “No man or woman should make anything else as an offering for the sanctuary.” So the people were restrained from bringing more,

American Standard Version (1901)

And Moses gave commandment, and they caused it to be proclaimed throughout the camp, saying, Let neither man nor woman make any more work for the offering of the sanctuary. So the people were restrained from bringing.

Bible in Basic English

So Moses made an order and had it given out through all the tents, saying, Let no man or woman make any more offerings for the holy place. So the people were kept from giving more.

Douay-Rheims 1899

Moses therefore commanded proclamation to be made by the crier’s voice: Let neither man nor woman offer any more for the work of the sanctuary. And so they ceased from offering gifts,

Free Bible Version

Moses gave the order, and an announcement was made throughout the camp: “Men and women, don't bring anything more as an offering for the sanctuary.” So the people were stopped from bringing anything more,

Geneva Bible 1599

Then Moses gaue a commandement, and they caused it to be proclaymed throughout the hoste, saying, Let neither man nor woman prepare any more worke for the oblation of the Sanctuarie. So the people were stayed from offring.

King James (Authorized) Version

One Unity Resource Bible

Moses [Drawn out] enjoied the words, and they caused it to be proclaimed throughout the camp, saying, “Let neither man nor woman make anything else for the offering for the sanctuary.” So the people were restrained from bringing.

Translation for Translators

So Moses/I gave the skilled men this message that was proclaimed throughout the camp: “No one should bring anything more as an offering to make the Sacred Tent!” When the people heard that, they did not bring anything more.

Unlocked Literal Bible

So Moses instructed that no one in the camp should bring any more offerings for the construction of the holy place. Then the people stopped bringing these gifts.

Noah Webster Bible

World English Bible

Moses gave a commandment, and they caused it to be proclaimed throughout the camp, saying, “Let neither man nor woman make anything else for the offering for the sanctuary.” So the people were restrained from bringing.

Young's Literal Translation

And Moses commandeth, and they cause a voice to pass over through the camp, saying, 'Let not man or woman make any more work for the heave-offering of the sanctuary;' and the people are restrained from bringing,

Context

The People Bring More than Enough

⁵and said to Moses, “The people are bringing more than enough for doing the work the LORD has commanded us to do.”⁶After Moses had given an order, they sent a proclamation throughout the camp: “No man or woman should make anything else as an offering for the sanctuary.” So the people were restrained from bringing more,⁷since what they already had was more than enough to perform all the work.

Summary

In Exodus 36:6, we see a beautiful example of the Israelites' generosity and willingness to contribute to the construction of the tabernacle. Their hearts were stirred by the Lord to give generously, showcasing their obedience and dedication to God's work. This verse highlights the importance of cheerful and willing giving in the service of the Lord, reflecting a spirit of unity and cooperation among God's people. It serves as a reminder that God values not only the gifts themselves but also the attitude and motivation behind them. The Israelites' response in Exodus 36:6 sets a positive example for believers today, encouraging us to give generously and joyfully to support the work of God's kingdom.

Commentary

John Gill

John Gill Bible Commentary

And Moses gave commandment,.... Orders to some proper person or persons about him: and they caused it to be proclaimed throughout the camp, or "caused a voice to pass"; a crier or herald, as the Targums, who went through the camp and published in every quarter: saying, let neither man nor woman make any more work for the offering of the sanctuary; as the men in cutting shittim wood, and planing it, and the women in spinning blue, purple, and scarlet yarn and goats' hair: so the people were restrained from bringing; that is, any more: instead of a spur to liberality, which most want, a restraint was laid upon these to check it, and prevent an excess in it, of which there is rarely any danger; so eager, forward, and zealous were they in this good work.