Exodus 35:25 Meaning and Explanation
“And all the women that were wise hearted did spin with their hands, and brought that which they had spun, both of blue, and of purple, and of scarlet, and of fine linen.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Skilled women spin thread in the tabernacle's required colors and bring their finished work.
The Context of Exodus 35:25
Skilled women spin fine thread in the sanctuary's required colors.
What Does Exodus 35:25 Mean?
The women skilled in spinning—'wise hearted'—used hand spindles to create fine thread from plant fibers (linen and wool). Creating strong, even thread required practice and knowledge; it was not unskilled labor. The thread they produced in blue, purple, scarlet, and white/natural linen could then be woven into the tabernacle's hangings, the high priest's garments, and other components. These women engaged in a sustained effort over weeks or months, not a quick gift-giving moment.
This verse honors women's skilled work explicitly: they are called 'wise hearted' just as the male craftspeople were in verse 10. Their contribution was essential—without spinners, there would be no thread; without thread, there would be no woven goods. The mention of specific colors shows they did not simply spin whatever they had but intentionally produced materials matching the sanctuary's design. Their inclusion demonstrates that the tabernacle project recognized and honored women's essential skills.
Exodus 35:25 in the Original Language
shakol (שׁכּל / טוּוַח), from root meaning to produce or bear; here context suggests careful, intentional spinning rather than casual work.
Frequently Asked Questions About Exodus 35:25
What does Exodus 35:25 mean?
Skilled women spin thread in the tabernacle's required colors and bring their finished work.
What is the context of Exodus 35:25?
Skilled women spin fine thread in the sanctuary's required colors.