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Exodus 35:5 Cross-References
Explore 6 cross-references for Exodus 35:5 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Exodus chapter 35 verse 5 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Take ye from among you an offering unto the LORD: whosoever is of a willing heart, let him bring it, an offering of the LORD; gold, and silver, and brass,”
Exodus 35:5 (KJV)
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Commentary on Exodus 35:5
The call for offerings specifically targets those whose heart makes them willing (אֲשֶׁר יִדְּבֶנּוּ לִבּוֹ, asher yidvenu libbo—'whose heart makes him willing'). The Hebrew emphasizes internal motivation—the heart 'impels' or 'volunteers' the person. This principle establishes that God desires gifts flowing from love, not obligation. The extensive list that follows (gold, silver, bronze, fine linens, oils, spices, stones) represents the best of Egypt's plunder, now consecrated for divine purposes.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Exodus 35:5
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“or under compulsion; for God loves a cheerful giver.”
“in holy array. Out of the womb of the morning”
“that as there was the readiness to be willing”
“who offered themselves willingly among the people. Bless Yahweh!”
“and saw how the multitude cast money into the treasury. Many who were rich cast in much.”