He is a master craftsman, expert in working with gold, silver, and bronze.
Parallel translations
- WEB and to make skillful works, to work in gold, in silver, in brass,
- KJV And to devise curious works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass,
- BSB to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze,
- NKJV to design artistic works, to work in gold and silver and bronze,
- NASB to create designs for working in gold, in silver, and in bronze,
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Quick answer
Bezalel is gifted to design artistic works in gold, silver, and bronze.
Overview
The Spirit's gift to Bezalel includes the creativity to plan beautiful designs in precious metals. Skilled artistry is here honored as a fitting offering for God's house. This affirms that beauty and craftsmanship can serve the worship of God, reflecting the Creator who makes all things well (Genesis 1:31).
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