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They came, both men and women, as many as were willing-hearted, and brought brooches, ear-rings, signet-rings, and armlets, all jewels of gold; even every man who offered an offering of gold to Yahweh.
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Sacrificial Generosity
Commentators highlight that the Israelites, both men and women, gave up their personal, cherished jewelry. This wasn't just giving from their excess but sacrificing items of luxury and personal identity. As John Calvin notes, this demonstrated an 'extraordinary zeal' because they willingly parted with things people are normally very attached to for the honor of God.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Bracelets - Rather, brooches.
Earrings - The Hebrew word signifies a ring, either for the nose () or for the ear ([Reference E…
19th Century
Anglican
Both men and women ... brought bracelets ... — It is not quite certain what the personal ornaments here mentioned are. Th…
16th Century
Protestant
And they came, both men and women. Specific mention is made of the women, not only for their generosity but also for their labors, which, …
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And they came both men and women, as many as were willing hearted And none else were …
Without a willing mind, costly offerings would be abhorred; with it, the smallest will be accepted. Our hearts are willing, when we cheerfully assi…
