Exodus 31 (KJV)
Read Exodus chapter 31 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible.
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Exodus 31 Summary
Exodus 31 introduces Bezalel and Oholiab — craftsmen filled with God's Spirit to build the tabernacle. God also reaffirms the Sabbath as a perpetual sign between Himself and Israel, and gives Moses the stone tablets.
This chapter beautifully shows that artistic skill and craftsmanship are spiritual gifts. God equips people not only for preaching and prophecy but also for creative work that glorifies Him.
Key Themes
Spiritual Gifts for CraftsmanshipSabbath RestStone TabletsGod-Given Skill
Key Verses in Exodus 31
"And I have filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, and in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship."
— Exodus 31:3
God's Spirit empowers artistic and practical skills, not just spiritual ministry.
"For in six days the LORD made heaven and earth, and on the seventh day he rested, and was refreshed."
— Exodus 31:17
God models and commands rest as essential to human flourishing.
Life Application
Whatever your talents — artistic, technical, practical — they can be Spirit-empowered gifts for God's glory. Don't separate secular skills from sacred purpose; let God use every ability you have.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were Bezalel and Oholiab?
Skilled craftsmen whom God filled with His Spirit to design and build the tabernacle, its furnishings, and the priestly garments.
Why is the Sabbath so important in Exodus?
The Sabbath served as a covenant sign between God and Israel, reminding them of creation and their unique relationship with the Creator.
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