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onyx stones, and stones to be set for the ephod and for the breastplate.

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The Heart of the Offering

Commentators observe that this verse is part of a larger list of offerings. They emphasize that the most crucial element was not the specific item, like onyx stones, but the attitude of the giver. Both Charles Ellicott and Matthew Henry highlight that God's primary requirement for an acceptable offering was a 'willing heart.'

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Exodus

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Exodus 35:4–9

19th Century

Bishop

THE PEOPLE INVITED TO OFFER THE MATERIALS OF THE TABERNACLE, AND TO ASSIST IN THE WORK.

And Moses spoke—This passa…

John Gill

John Gill

On Exodus 35:9

17th Century

Pastor

(See Gill on Exodus 35:5).

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Exodus 35:4–19

17th Century

Minister

The tabernacle was to be dedicated to the honour of God, and used in his service; and therefore what was brought for it, was an offering to the Lor…