Exodus 35:10

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

«وَكُلُّ مَنْ هُوَ مَاهِرٌ بَيْنَكُمْ، فَلْيَأْتِ وَيَعْمَلْ كُلَّ مَا أمَرَهُ اللهُ بِهِ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Exodus instructs all the skilled and wise-hearted people to come forward and make everything that God has commanded. It emphasizes the importance of obedience and the use of one's talents for divine purposes.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're part of a big project to build a special house for God. This verse says that if you're good at making things, you should come and help build it just the way God wants it. It's like when you use your best toys to build something special!

Historical Background

Exodus was written by Moses around 1440 BC. This verse is part of the instructions given to the Israelites as they were preparing to build the tabernacle, a place where God would dwell among His people. The Israelites were in the wilderness, recently freed from slavery in Egypt.

Living It Out Today

In today's context, this verse can remind us to use our talents to serve God and others, such as using our skills in design or engineering to create something that benefits the community or promotes God's message.

Topics

• obedience
• talent
• worship
• service
• community
• faith

Related Verses

• Exodus 25:1-9
• Exodus 28:1-43
• Exodus 31:1-11
• 1 Corinthians 12:4-11
• Revelation 21:22

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the verse addressing?

The verse is addressing all the Israelites, particularly those with wise and skilled hearts, who are capable of making things according to God's instructions.

What does 'wise hearted' mean?

'Wise hearted' refers to individuals who have both skill and wisdom, meaning they can not only do a task but do it in a way that is clever and thoughtful, as God desires.

What was the purpose of the tabernacle?

The tabernacle was a mobile sanctuary that served as the place where God would meet His people, and it was a central part of their worship and religious life as they journeyed through the wilderness.

How can we apply this verse in our lives today?

Today, we can use our talents and skills to serve God and others, whether through creating art, building things, or using our expertise in any field to promote God's message and serve the community.