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Exodus 35:25

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And all the women that were wise hearted did spin with their hands, and brought that which they had spun, [both] of blue, and of purple, [and] of scarlet, and of fine linen.

And all the women {H802} that were wise {H2450} hearted {H3820} did spin {H2901} with their hands {H3027}, and brought {H935} that which they had spun {H4299}, both of blue {H8504}, and of purple {H713}, and of scarlet {H8144}{H8438}, and of fine linen {H8336}.

All the women who were skilled at spinning got to work and brought what they had spun, the blue, purple and scarlet yarn and the fine linen.

Every skilled woman spun with her hands and brought what she had spun: blue, purple, or scarlet yarn, or fine linen.

And all the women that were wise-hearted did spin with their hands, and brought that which they had spun, the blue, and the purple, the scarlet, and the fine linen.

Commentary

Exodus 35:25 highlights the voluntary and skilled contributions of Israelite women towards the construction of the Tabernacle, emphasizing their crucial role in this significant communal project.

Context

This verse is part of a detailed section (Exodus 35:4-29) where Moses reiterates God's instructions for building the Tabernacle, calling for both materials and skilled labor from the community. Following the revelation at Mount Sinai, the people are invited to participate in creating a dwelling place for God among them. Verses like Exodus 35:21-29 describe the overwhelming generosity and willingness of the people to bring their offerings. Exodus 35:25 specifically focuses on the women's unique and vital contribution through their craftsmanship.

Key Themes

  • Willing and Skilled Contribution: The phrase "wise hearted" indicates not just intellectual understanding but practical skill and spiritual discernment, often seen as a divine enablement for specific tasks. These women willingly applied their expertise to God's service.
  • Community Participation: The building of the Tabernacle was a collective effort, requiring contributions from every segment of the Israelite community, including women. This highlights the value of diverse gifts and talents in serving God's purposes.
  • Sacred Craftsmanship: The materials specified—blue, purple, scarlet, and fine linen—were highly valuable and symbolic. They were used for the Tabernacle's curtains, veils, and priestly garments (Exodus 26:1, Exodus 28:5-8), representing heavenly glory, royalty, sacrifice, and purity. The women's spinning was foundational to creating these essential components.
  • Generosity and Dedication: Their act of spinning and bringing what they had made demonstrates profound dedication and generosity, offering their time, skill, and resources for a sacred cause.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew phrase translated "wise hearted" is chakhamot lev (חֲכַמּוֹת לֵב). While "wise" often refers to intellectual wisdom, in this context, especially concerning the Tabernacle, it denotes practical skill, aptitude, and discernment, often considered a gift imparted by God for craftsmanship. It's the same concept of divinely inspired skill attributed to master craftsmen like Bezaleel and Aholiab (Exodus 31:3-6). The specific colors—blue (symbolizing heaven), purple (royalty), and scarlet (sacrifice or life)—along with fine linen (purity), were not arbitrary but carried deep symbolic significance within the Tabernacle's design, pointing to God's character and plan of redemption.

Practical Application

Exodus 35:25 serves as an enduring reminder that God values all gifts and talents, especially when offered with a willing and discerning heart. Just as these women used their specific skills for the Tabernacle, believers today are called to use their unique abilities—whether in practical service, creative arts, teaching, or administration—to build up the body of Christ and further God's kingdom. Every contribution, no matter how seemingly small, is vital when offered with a heart dedicated to the Lord. It encourages us to identify our "wise hearted" skills and deploy them for God's glory, contributing to the spiritual "building" of our communities.

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Cross-References

  • Exodus 28:3 (3 votes)

    And thou shalt speak unto all [that are] wise hearted, whom I have filled with the spirit of wisdom, that they may make Aaron's garments to consecrate him, that he may minister unto me in the priest's office.

  • Exodus 36:1 (3 votes)

    ¶ Then wrought Bezaleel and Aholiab, and every wise hearted man, in whom the LORD put wisdom and understanding to know how to work all manner of work for the service of the sanctuary, according to all that the LORD had commanded.

  • Philippians 4:3 (3 votes)

    And I intreat thee also, true yokefellow, help those women which laboured with me in the gospel, with Clement also, and [with] other my fellowlabourers, whose names [are] in the book of life.

  • Romans 16:12 (3 votes)

    Salute Tryphena and Tryphosa, who labour in the Lord. Salute the beloved Persis, which laboured much in the Lord.

  • Romans 16:1 (3 votes)

    ¶ I commend unto you Phebe our sister, which is a servant of the church which is at Cenchrea:

  • Romans 16:4 (3 votes)

    Who have for my life laid down their own necks: unto whom not only I give thanks, but also all the churches of the Gentiles.

  • Exodus 31:6 (3 votes)

    And I, behold, I have given with him Aholiab, the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan: and in the hearts of all that are wise hearted I have put wisdom, that they may make all that I have commanded thee;