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Exodus 35:31

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And he hath filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship;
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And God has filled him with His Spirit, giving him wisdom, understanding, knowledge, and skill in every kind of craftsmanship.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is describing how He has specially gifted Bezalel with divine wisdom and artistic abilities to lead the construction of the tabernacle.

📚 Historical Context

This verse refers to Bezalel, whom God chose to oversee the construction of the tabernacle (God's portable dwelling place among the Israelites) in the wilderness. Moses is speaking to the Israelites about how God has supernaturally equipped Bezalel with both spiritual wisdom and practical skills needed for this sacred building project. This shows that God values both spiritual gifts and artistic craftsmanship as important for His work.

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