Exodus 38:22

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah, made all that the LORD commanded Moses.

Complete Jewish Bible:

B'tzal'el the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Y'hudah, made everything that ADONAI ordered Moshe to make.

Berean Standard Bible:

Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah, made everything that the LORD had commanded Moses.

American Standard Version:

And Bezalel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah, made all that Jehovah commanded Moses.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And Bezaleel^{H1212} the son^{H1121} of Uri^{H221}, the son^{H1121} of Hur^{H2354}, of the tribe^{H4294} of Judah^{H3063}, made^{H6213} all that the LORD^{H3068} commanded^{H6680} Moses^{H4872}.

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Commentary for Exodus 38:22

**Themes:**
- Divine Craftsmanship: The verse highlights the role of Bezalel, who was chosen by God and filled with His Spirit to accomplish the skilled work necessary for the construction of the Tabernacle. It underscores the importance of craftsmanship and artistry in divine service.
- Obedience to God's Will: Bezalel's actions demonstrate complete obedience to the instructions given by God to Moses, emphasizing the importance of following divine commands precisely.
- Spiritual Gifting: The filling of Bezalel with the Spirit of God for wisdom, understanding, and knowledge in all manner of work showcases the bestowal of spiritual gifts for the accomplishment of God's purposes.

**Historical Context:**
Exodus 38:22 is set during the time of the Israelites' wandering in the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt. God had given Moses detailed instructions for the construction of the Tabernacle, a portable sanctuary where God would dwell among His people. Bezaleel, from the tribe of Judah, was appointed as the chief artisan for this monumental task. His lineage is traced back to Hur, who was one of the leaders of Israel during Moses' absence (Exodus 24:14).

The verse occurs towards the end of the book of Exodus, after the detailed descriptions of the Tabernacle's components and just before the account of its actual erection and inauguration. It serves as a summary statement, affirming that all the items for the Tabernacle were made exactly as the Lord had commanded, reflecting the meticulous care and skill required for the sacred space that would be central to Israel's worship and religious life until the establishment of the Temple in Jerusalem.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: H1212
   There are 9 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: בְּצַלְאֵל
   Transliteration: Bᵉtsalʼêl
   Pronunciation: bets-al-ale'
   Description: probably from צֵל and אֵל with a prepositional prefix; in (the) shadow (i.e. protection) of God; Betsalel, the name of two Israelites; Bezaleel.
   
2. Strong's Number: H1121
   There are 3654 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: בֵּן
   Transliteration: bên
   Pronunciation: bane
   Description: from בָּנָה; a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition, etc., (like father or brother), etc.); [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth.
   
3. Strong's Number: H221
   There are 91 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אוּרִי
   Transliteration: ʼÛwrîy
   Pronunciation: oo-ree'
   Description: from אוּר; fiery; Uri, the name of three Israelites; Uri.
   
4. Strong's Number: H2354
   There are 15 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: חוּר
   Transliteration: Chûwr
   Pronunciation: khoor
   Description: the same as חוּר or חוּר; Chur, the name of four Israelites and one Midianite; Hur.
   
5. Strong's Number: H4294
   There are 204 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: מַטֶּה
   Transliteration: maṭṭeh
   Pronunciation: mat-teh'
   Description: or (feminine) מַטָּה; from נָטָה; a branch (as extending); figuratively, a tribe; also a rod, whether for chastising (figuratively, correction), ruling (a sceptre), throwing (a lance), or walking (a staff; figuratively, a support of life, e.g. bread); rod, staff, tribe.
   
6. Strong's Number: H3063
   There are 754 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יְהוּדָה
   Transliteration: Yᵉhûwdâh
   Pronunciation: yeh-hoo-daw'
   Description: from יָדָה; celebrated; Jehudah (or Judah), the name of five Israelites; also of the tribe descended from the first, and of its territory; Judah.
   
7. Strong's Number: H6213
   There are 2286 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: עָשָׂה
   Transliteration: ʻâsâh
   Pronunciation: aw-saw'
   Description: a primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application; accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use.
   
8. Strong's Number: H3068
   There are 5521 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יְהֹוָה
   Transliteration: Yᵉhôvâh
   Pronunciation: yeh-ho-vaw'
   Description: from הָיָה; (the) self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God; Jehovah, the Lord. Compare יָהּ, יְהֹוִה.
   
9. Strong's Number: H6680
   There are 475 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: צָוָה
   Transliteration: tsâvâh
   Pronunciation: tsaw-vaw'
   Description: a primitive root; (intensively) to constitute, enjoin; appoint, (for-) bid, (give a) charge, (give a, give in, send with) command(-er, -ment), send a messenger, put, (set) in order.
   
10. Strong's Number: H4872
    There are 704 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: מֹשֶׁה
    Transliteration: Môsheh
    Pronunciation: mo-sheh'
    Description: from מָשָׁה; drawing out (of the water), i.e. rescued; Mosheh, the Israelite lawgiver; Moses.