And spice, and oil for the light, and for the anointing oil, and for the sweet incense.
They also brought spices and oil for the lampstand, oil for anointing ceremonies, and ingredients for the sweet-smelling incense.
This verse describes how the Israelites brought precious materials needed for worship in God's tabernacle, including oils and spices for lighting, ceremonies, and creating fragrant incense.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Moses' instructions for building the tabernacle in the wilderness after the Israelites left Egypt. The people were contributing materials from their own possessions to create a portable place of worship. These specific items - oil for lamps, anointing oil for consecrating priests and objects, and incense for prayers - were essential elements of Hebrew worship practices.
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