King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And this [is] the offering which ye shall take of them; gold, and silver, and brass,
Complete Jewish Bible:
The contribution you are to take from them is to consist of gold, silver and bronze;
Berean Standard Bible:
This is the offering you are to accept from them: gold, silver, and bronze;
American Standard Version:
And this is the offering which ye shall take of them: gold, and silver, and brass,
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And this is the offering{H8641} which ye shall take{H3947} of them; gold{H2091}, and silver{H3701}, and brass{H5178},
Cross-References (KJV):
Deuteronomy 8:9
- A land wherein thou shalt eat bread without scarceness, thou shalt not lack any [thing] in it; a land whose stones [are] iron, and out of whose hills thou mayest dig brass.
Job 28:2
- Iron is taken out of the earth, and brass [is] molten [out of] the stone.
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Commentary for Exodus 25:3
**Themes:**
1. **Sacred Contributions:** Exodus 25:3 emphasizes the importance of offerings in the worship of God. These materials were to be used for constructing the Tabernacle, which was the place where God's presence would dwell among the Israelites.
2. **Community Participation:** The verse suggests a communal effort, where every member of the Israelite community was called to contribute to the construction of the sanctuary, reflecting a shared commitment to their faith.
3. **Preciousness and Purity:** The mention of gold, silver, and brass signifies the value and purity that should be dedicated to God. These materials were not only valuable but also durable, symbolizing the enduring nature of the covenant between God and His people.
4. **Preparation for Worship:** The collection of these materials was a practical step towards establishing a formal place of worship, which would facilitate the sacrificial system and the priestly duties as prescribed by God.
**Historical Context:**
Exodus 25:3 is set in the context of the Israelites' journey through the wilderness after their escape from slavery in Egypt. God had delivered them from Pharaoh's oppression and was now leading them to the Promised Land. As part of their new life as a free nation under God's guidance, they were instructed to build a Tabernacle—a portable sanctuary that would serve as a dwelling place for God's presence and the center of their religious life.
The instructions for the Tabernacle's construction, including the call for these specific offerings, were given to Moses by God on Mount Sinai. The Israelites were camped at the base of the mountain, and it was here that they were to begin gathering the resources needed for the Tabernacle. The request for gold, silver, and brass reflects both the wealth that the Israelites brought out of Egypt and the necessity of using the finest materials to honor God.
The offering was voluntary, and the enthusiasm with which the people responded is noted in the subsequent chapters, where the text describes an abundance of materials brought forward by the community. This generous response indicated the people's willingness to follow God's commandments and their eagerness to participate in the creation of a sacred space. The Tabernacle would not only be a place of worship but also a tangible symbol of God's covenant with Israel and His promise to be with them on their journey.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H8641
There are 63 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: תְּרוּמָה
Transliteration: tᵉrûwmâh
Pronunciation: ter-oo-maw'
Description: or תְּרֻמָה; (Deuteronomy 12:11), from רוּם; a present (as offered up), especially in sacrifice or as tribute; gift, heave offering (shoulder), oblation, offered(-ing). - Strong's Number: H3947
There are 909 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: לָקַח
Transliteration: lâqach
Pronunciation: law-kakh'
Description: a primitive root; to take (in the widest variety of applications); accept, bring, buy, carry away, drawn, fetch, get, infold, [idiom] many, mingle, place, receive(-ing), reserve, seize, send for, take (away, -ing, up), use, win. - Strong's Number: H2091
There are 336 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: זָהָב
Transliteration: zâhâb
Pronunciation: zaw-hawb'
Description: from an unused root meaning to shimmer; gold, figuratively, something gold-colored (i.e. yellow), as oil, a clear sky; gold(-en), fair weather. - Strong's Number: H3701
There are 343 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כֶּסֶף
Transliteration: keçeph
Pronunciation: keh'-sef
Description: from כָּסַף; silver (from its pale color); by implication, money; money, price, silver(-ling). - Strong's Number: H5178
There are 119 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: נְחֹשֶׁת
Transliteration: nᵉchôsheth
Pronunciation: nekh-o'-sheth
Description: for נְחוּשָׁה; copper, hence, something made of that metal, i.e. coin, a fetter; figuratively, base (as compared with gold or silver); brasen, brass, chain, copper, fetter (of brass), filthiness, steel.