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Then the Lord said to Moses,
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“Look, I have specifically chosen Bezalel son of Uri, grandson of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.
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I have filled him with the Spirit of God, giving him great wisdom, ability, and expertise in all kinds of crafts.
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He is a master craftsman, expert in working with gold, silver, and bronze.
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He is skilled in engraving and mounting gemstones and in carving wood. He is a master at every craft!
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“And I have personally appointed Oholiab son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, to be his assistant. Moreover, I have given special skill to all the gifted craftsmen so they can make all the things I have commanded you to make:
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the Tabernacle; 1
the Ark of the Covenant; 2
the Ark’s cover - the place of atonement;
all the furnishings of the Tabernacle;
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the table and its utensils;
the pure gold lampstand with all its accessories;
the incense altar;
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the altar of burnt offering with all its utensils;
the washbasin with its stand;
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the beautifully stitched garments - the sacred garments for Aaron the priest, and the garments for his sons to wear as they minister as priests;
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the anointing oil;
the fragrant incense for the Holy Place.
The craftsmen must make everything as I have commanded you.”