And Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah, made all that the LORD commanded Moses.

EXODUS 38:22KJV
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Exodus 38:22 (KJV)

What does Exodus 38:22 mean?

Exodus 38:22 states that Bezaleel, the son of Uri and grandson of Hur from the tribe of Judah, carried out all the work that the LORD had commanded Moses. This verse highlights Bezaleel’s role as the main craftsman responsible for building the tabernacle and its furnishings according to God’s instructions.

This verse appears in a section where the actual construction of the tabernacle is being described. Moses is overseeing the work, but Bezaleel is the skilled artisan chosen to make everything exactly as God directed. The verse emphasizes the careful obedience to God’s commands and the specific people God chose for this important task.

The Hebrew behind Exodus 38:22

  • בְּצַלְאֵל (Bətsal’el, "Bezaleel") means "in the shadow (protection) of God." The name itself hints at the idea that Bezaleel is working under God’s guidance and care.
  • עָשָׂה (ʿasah, "made") is the Hebrew verb for "to make" or "to do." The verse uses this word to stress that Bezaleel actively completed the work, not just planned it.
  • צִוָּה (tsivvah, "commanded") means "to command" or "to order." This word underscores that everything Bezaleel did was in direct response to God’s instructions given through Moses.

Why Exodus 38:22 matters

  • The verse clarifies that the tabernacle was not a human invention but was built exactly as God commanded, showing obedience and faithfulness.
  • By naming Bezaleel and his lineage, the verse highlights the importance of individual responsibility and the honor of being chosen for sacred work.
  • This verse connects the instructions given earlier in Exodus to their real-world fulfillment, showing that God’s plans were carried out in detail by specific, named people.

Where else these words appear

“Uri” Hebrew H221 · used in 7 verses

  • Exodus 31:2 See, I have called by name Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah:
  • 1 Kings 4:19 Geber the son of Uri was in the country of Gilead, in the country of Sihon king of the Amorites, and of Og king of Bashan; and he was the only officer which was in the land.
  • 2 Chronicles 1:5 Moreover the brasen altar, that Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, had made, he put before the tabernacle of the LORD: and Solomon and the congregation sought unto it.

“Bezaleel” Hebrew H1212 · used in 9 verses

  • Exodus 31:2 See, I have called by name Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah:
  • Exodus 36:1 Then wrought Bezaleel and Aholiab, and every wise hearted man, in whom the LORD put wisdom and understanding to know how to work all manner of work for the service of the sanctuary, according to all that the LORD had commanded.
  • 1 Chronicles 2:20 And Hur begat Uri, and Uri begat Bezaleel.

“Hur” Hebrew H2354 · used in 15 verses

  • Exodus 17:10 So Joshua did as Moses had said to him, and fought with Amalek: and Moses, Aaron, and Hur went up to the top of the hill.
  • Exodus 35:30 And Moses said unto the children of Israel, See, the LORD hath called by name Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah;
  • 1 Chronicles 2:50 These were the sons of Caleb the son of Hur, the firstborn of Ephratah; Shobal the father of Kirjathjearim,