Exodus 25:6
ESV
oil for the lamps, spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense,
NIV
olive oil for the light; spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense;
NASB
oil for lighting, balsam oil for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense,
CSB
oil for the light; spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense;
NLT
olive oil for the lamps; spices for the anointing oil and the fragrant incense;
KJV
Oil for the light, spices for anointing oil, and for sweet incense,
NKJV
oil for the light, and spices for the anointing oil and for the sweet incense;
What does Exodus 25:6 mean?
After Israel received the Mosaic covenant (Exodus 19:5–6; 2 Chronicles 5:10), they were instructed to collect raw materials (Exodus 25:1–2) to build a sanctuary (Exodus 25:8). This will become the portable temple used by Israel until the reign of King Solomon (1 Kings 3:1). This "tabernacle" includes sacred objects (Exodus 25:10–11, 23, 31) and the partitions between spaces (Exodus 26). The materials are sourced from voluntary donations. So far, the list has included precious metals, natural materials, and special fabrics (Exodus 25:3–5).Israel's worship included the use of a specially-mixed anointing oil (Exodus 30:23–33). God also called for a sacred incense (Exodus 30:34–38). Use of either substance outside of sacred rituals was strictly forbidden. These compounds require spices, oils, and other minerals. Some of these the Israelites probably needed to acquire through trade with friendly tribes in the area.
