4 And Moses spake unto all the congregation of the children of Israel, saying, This is the thing which the Lord commanded, saying,
4 Moses said to the whole Israelite community, "This is what the Lord has commanded:
4 Moses said to all the congregation of the people of Israel, "This is the thing that the Lord has commanded.
4 Moses spoke to the entire congregation of Israel, saying, "This is what God has commanded:
4 And Moses spoke to all the congregation of the children of Israel, saying, "This is the thing which the Lord commanded, saying:
4 Then Moses said to the whole community of Israel, "This is what the Lord has commanded:
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Exodus 35:4
Commentary on Exodus 35:4-19
(Read Exodus 35:4-19)
The tabernacle was to be dedicated to the honour of God, and used in his service; and therefore what was brought for it, was an offering to the Lord. The rule is, Whosoever is of a willing heart, let him bring. All that were skilful must work. God dispenses his gifts; and as every man hath received, so he must minister, 1 Corinthians 12:7-21.