Bezalel, son of Uri, was a skilled craftsman filled with God's Spirit to build the tabernacle and its furnishings.
Bezalel, the son of Uri and grandson of Hur from the tribe of Judah, was a skilled craftsman chosen by God to oversee the construction of the tabernacle and its furnishings (Exo. 31:2; 35:30; 1Ch. 2:20). God filled Bezalel with His Spirit, giving him wisdom, understanding, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship, including working with gold, silver, bronze, stone, and wood (Exo. 31:3-5). Bezalel, along with Oholiab from the tribe of Dan, led the skilled workers in creating the tabernacle, the ark of the covenant, the altar, and all the other sacred items according to the divine instructions given to Moses (Exo. 36:1-2; 37:1; 38:22). Bezalel's exceptional skills and divine empowerment underscore the importance of the tabernacle as a place where God's presence would dwell among His people. The tabernacle and its furnishings, crafted by Bezalel, were later brought to Jerusalem by King Solomon (2Ch. 1:5).
Bezalel and Oholiab: the tabernacle craftsmen
WorkStated in the textGod filled Bezalel (of Judah) and Oholiab (of Dan) with skill and Spirit to build the tabernacle, the two tribes of Leah's line and Bilhah's line cooperating. Bezalel is the first person in the Bible said to be filled with the Spirit of God.
Where the text shows it: Exod 31:1-6 — Bezalel and Oholiab appointedExod 35:30-35 — Filled with the Spirit; all craftsmen work under themExod 38:22-23 — Bezalel made everything the LORD commanded Moses Sources: Exod 31:1-6 · Exod 35:30-35 · Exod 38:22-23
Bezalel, Uri and Hur: a Judahite craftsman from Moses' companion
FamilyStated in the textBezalel was son of Uri son of Hur of Judah. Hur stood with Aaron to hold up Moses' hands in the battle against Amalek, and was left in charge of the people with Aaron when Moses was on Sinai.
Sources: Exod 31:2 · Exod 17:10-12 · Exod 24:14 · 1 Chr 2:19-20
8 verses in 3 books · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H1212