Exodus 30:32

Exodus 30:32 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

It must not be used to anoint an ordinary man, and you must not make anything like it with the same formula. It is holy, and it must be holy to you.

King James Version KJV

Upon man’s flesh shall it not be poured, neither shall ye make any other like it, after the composition of it: it is holy, and it shall be holy unto you.

American Standard Version ASV

Upon the flesh of man shall it not be poured, neither shall ye make any like it, according to the composition thereof: it is holy, and it shall be holy unto you.

Bible in Basic English BBE

It is not to be used for man's flesh, and no other is to be made like it: holy it is, and you are to keep it holy.

Free Bible Version FBV

Don't use it on ordinary people and don't make anything like it using the same formula. It is holy, and you must treat it as being holy.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

None shall anoynt, mans flesh therewith, neither shall ye make any composition like vnto it: for it is holy, and shalbe holy vnto you.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

on flesh of man it is not poured, and with its proper proportion ye make none like it; it [is] holy; it is holy to you;

World English Bible WEB

It shall not be poured on man’s flesh, and do not make any like it, according to its composition. It is holy. It shall be holy to you.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

Upon man's flesh shall it not be poured, neither shall ye make any other like it, after the composition of it: it is holy, and it shall be holy to you.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

The flesh of man shall not be anointed therewith, and you shall make none other of the same composition, because it is sanctified, and shall be holy unto you.

Translation for Translators T4T

You must not pour it on the bodies of people who are not priests, and you must not make other oil to be like it by mixing the same amount of those things. This oil is sacred, and you must consider it to be sacred.’

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Exodus 30:32 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB עַל בְּשַׂ֤ר אָדָם֙ לֹ֣א יִיסָ֔ךְ וּ/בְ/מַ֨תְכֻּנְתּ֔/וֹ לֹ֥א תַעֲשׂ֖וּ כָּמֹ֑/הוּ קֹ֣דֶשׁ ה֔וּא קֹ֖דֶשׁ יִהְיֶ֥ה לָ/כֶֽם

עַל ʻal H5921 upon Prep

בְּשַׂ֤ר bâsâr H1320 flesh N-ms

אָדָם֙ ʼâdâm H120 the man (Adam) N-ms

לֹ֣א lôʼ H3808 not Part

יִיסָ֔ךְ yâçak H3251 to pour V-Qal-Imperf-3ms

וּ/בְ/מַ֨תְכֻּנְתּ֔/וֹ mathkôneth H4971 tally Conj | Prep | N-fs | Suff

לֹ֥א lôʼ H3808 not Part

תַעֲשׂ֖וּ ʻâsâh H6213 to make V-Qal-Imperf-2mp

כָּמֹ֑/הוּ kᵉmôw H3644 like Prep | Suff

קֹ֣דֶשׁ qôdesh H6944 Holy Place N-ms

ה֔וּא hûwʼ H1931 he/she/it Pron

קֹ֖דֶשׁ qôdesh H6944 Holy Place N-ms

יִהְיֶ֥ה hâyâh H1961 to be V-Qal-Imperf-3ms

לָ/כֶֽם Prep | Suff

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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 30:32

עַל ʻal H5921 "upon" Prep

This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.

Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)

Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.

בְּשַׂ֤ר bâsâr H1320 "flesh" N-ms

The Hebrew word for flesh refers to the body or a person, and can also describe living things or animals. In the Bible, it is used to describe humans and animals, as in Genesis and Leviticus.

Definition: 1) flesh 1a) of the body 1a1) of humans 1a2) of animals 1b) the body itself 1c) male organ of generation (euphemism) 1d) kindred, blood-relations 1e) flesh as frail or erring (man against God) 1f) all living things 1g) animals 1h) mankind Aramaic equivalent: be.shar (בְּשַׁר "flesh" H1321)

Usage: Occurs in 241 OT verses. KJV: body, (fat, lean) flesh(-ed), kin, (man-) kind, [phrase] nakedness, self, skin. See also: Genesis 2:21; Numbers 11:21; Psalms 16:9.

אָדָם֙ ʼâdâm H120 "the man (Adam)" N-ms

Adam was the first human, created by God and mentioned in Genesis 2:19, who married Eve and had sons including Cain, Abel, and Seth.

Definition: The first named man living at the time before the Flood, first mentioned at Gen.2.19; married to Eve (H2332); father of: Cain (H7014B), Abel (H1893) and Seth (H8352); also translated "man" at Gen.2.19,21,23; 3.8,9,20; 5.2; "mankind" at Deu.32.8; "others" at Job.31.33; Another spelling of a.dam (אָדָם "Adam" H0121) man, human being

Usage: Occurs in 526 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] another, [phrase] hypocrite, [phrase] common sort, [idiom] low, man (mean, of low degree), person. See also: Genesis 1:26; Judges 18:7; Psalms 8:5.

לֹ֣א lôʼ H3808 "not" Part

The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.

Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)

Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.

יִיסָ֔ךְ yâçak H3251 "to pour" V-Qal-Imperf-3ms

To pour means to flow or be poured out, like anointing someone with oil. This word is used in the Bible to describe being poured out or anointed.

Definition: (Qal) to anoint, be poured,

Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: be poured. See also: Exodus 30:32.

וּ/בְ/מַ֨תְכֻּנְתּ֔/וֹ mathkôneth H4971 "tally" Conj | Prep | N-fs | Suff

This word refers to a proportion or measurement, like a builder's tally of bricks in Exodus, or a recipe's ingredients in Ezekiel.

Definition: 1) measurement, proportion, tale 1a) tale, tally (of bricks) 1b) measurement, proportion

Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: composition, measure, state, tale. See also: Exodus 5:8; Exodus 30:37; Ezekiel 45:11.

לֹ֥א lôʼ H3808 "not" Part

The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.

תַעֲשׂ֖וּ ʻâsâh H6213 "to make" V-Qal-Imperf-2mp

This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.

Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made

Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.

כָּמֹ֑/הוּ kᵉmôw H3644 "like" Prep | Suff

This word means like or as, used to compare things. It appears in the Bible to describe similarities or to make comparisons, such as in the book of Psalms.

Definition: adv 1) like, as, the like of which conj 2) when, according as, as it were

Usage: Occurs in 126 OT verses. KJV: according to, (such) as (it were, well as), in comparison of, like (as, to, unto), thus, when, worth. See also: Genesis 19:15; Job 40:17; Psalms 29:6.

קֹ֣דֶשׁ qôdesh H6944 "Holy Place" N-ms

The Holy Place refers to a sacred or set-apart area, like the temple in Jerusalem. It is a place of sanctity and holiness, where God is worshipped. The Bible describes it as a place of reverence and awe.

Definition: This name means apartness, holiness, sacredness Also named: hagion (ἅγιον "Holy Place" G0039)

Usage: Occurs in 380 OT verses. KJV: consecrated (thing), dedicated (thing), hallowed (thing), holiness, ([idiom] most) holy ([idiom] day, portion, thing), saint, sanctuary. See also: Exodus 3:5; Leviticus 23:4; 1 Chronicles 26:26.

ה֔וּא hûwʼ H1931 "he/she/it" Pron

This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.

Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)

Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.

קֹ֖דֶשׁ qôdesh H6944 "Holy Place" N-ms

Definition: This name means apartness, holiness, sacredness Also named: hagion (ἅγιον "Holy Place" G0039)

יִהְיֶ֥ה hâyâh H1961 "to be" V-Qal-Imperf-3ms

The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.

Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone

Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.

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Study Notes — Exodus 30:32

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Context
Cross References
Exodus 30:32 Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
Reflection Questions
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 30:32
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 30:32
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 30:32
Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 30:32
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 30:32
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 30:32
Sermons on Exodus 30:32

Context — The Anointing Oil

30Anoint Aaron and his sons and consecrate them to serve Me as priests. 31And you are to tell the Israelites, ‘This will be My sacred anointing oil for the generations to come.

32It must not be used to anoint an ordinary man, and you must not make anything like it with the same formula. It is holy, and it must be holy to you.

33Anyone who mixes perfume like it or puts it on an outsider shall be cut off from his people.’” 34The LORD also said to Moses, “Take fragrant spices—gum resin, onycha, galbanum, and pure frankincense—in equal measures,

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	Exodus 30:25	Prepare from these a sacred anointing oil, a fragrant blend, the work of a perfumer; it will be a sacred anointing oil.
2	Exodus 30:37–38	You are never to use this formula to make incense for yourselves; you shall regard it as holy to the LORD. Anyone who makes something like it to enjoy its fragrance shall be cut off from his people.”
3	Leviticus 21:10	The priest who is highest among his brothers, who has had the anointing oil poured on his head and has been ordained to wear the priestly garments, must not let his hair hang loose or tear his garments.
4	Matthew 7:6	Do not give dogs what is holy; do not throw your pearls before swine. If you do, they may trample them under their feet, and then turn and tear you to pieces.

Exodus 30:32 Summary

[This verse is telling us that the special oil used to anoint priests is only for them, and we should not use it for ordinary people. This oil is holy, meaning it is set apart for God's use, as seen in Exodus 30:32. We can learn from this that some things are special and should be treated with reverence and respect, just like the anointing oil. We can also see this concept in other Bible verses, such as Leviticus 8:30, where the anointing oil is used to consecrate the priests.]

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the anointing oil in Exodus 30:32?

The anointing oil is sacred because it is used to consecrate priests for service to the Lord, as seen in Exodus 30:30, and it must be treated with reverence and respect, as stated in Exodus 30:32-33.

Can anyone make the anointing oil using the same formula?

No, according to Exodus 30:32, the anointing oil must not be made with the same formula for ordinary use, and anyone who does so will be cut off from their people, as stated in Exodus 30:33.

Why is the anointing oil considered holy?

The anointing oil is considered holy because it is set apart for God's use, as seen in Exodus 30:32, and it is a symbol of God's presence and power, as seen in other Bible verses such as Leviticus 8:30 and Numbers 35:33-34.

What happens if someone puts the anointing oil on an outsider?

According to Exodus 30:33, anyone who puts the anointing oil on an outsider will be cut off from their people, emphasizing the importance of treating the anointing oil with reverence and respect.

Reflection Questions

What does it mean for something to be 'holy' in God's eyes, and how can I apply this concept to my own life?
How can I show reverence and respect for the things that God has set apart as sacred, such as the anointing oil in Exodus 30:32?
In what ways can I consecrate myself to serve the Lord, just as the priests were consecrated in Exodus 30:30?
What are some modern-day equivalents of the anointing oil, and how can I treat them with the same reverence and respect?

Gill's Exposition on Exodus 30:32

Upon man's flesh shall it not be poured,.... That is, not upon common men, or on men's flesh in common, as was usual at feasts and entertainments in the eastern countries, see Psalms 23:5 but this

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 30:32

And thou shalt anoint Aaron and his sons, and consecrate them, that they may minister unto me in the priest's office. No JFB commentary on these verses.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 30:32

Upon man’ s flesh shall it not be poured, except those whom God himself, the author of this law, excepts, to wit, the high priests, of which see ; and some of the kings, of which see , though others think the kings were only anointed with common oil. It shall be holy unto you, as it is unto me, ; you shall account it holy, as I do.

Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 30:32

Exodus 30:32 Upon man’ s flesh shall it not be poured, neither shall ye make [any other] like it, after the composition of it: it [is] holy, [and] it shall be holy unto you. Ver. 32. Upon man’ s flesh.] A Latine Postiller hence infers, in a hyperbolical sense, that priests are angels, not having human flesh.

Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 30:32

(32) Upon man’s flesh shall it not be poured—i.e., it shall not be in ordinary use as an unguent—a mere “man,” who is not a priest, shall not apply it to his private use. It shall be reserved altogether for holy purposes. Neither shall ye make any other like it, after the composition of it—i.e., after the recipe given in Exodus 30:23-25. The ingredients might be used in unguents separately—they might even be so used when united in some different proportions from those laid down for the “holy ointment”—but in the proportions fixed for the holy oil they must have no secular employment.

Cambridge Bible on Exodus 30:32

32. of man] i.e. of ordinary men (cf. Psalms 82:7, Isaiah 8:1, Hosea 6:7 [2nd marg.]). poured] poured for anointing, viz. for the toilet; the Heb. word (sûk) being the one used distinctively in this connexion (footnote, p. 337).

Sermons on Exodus 30:32

	Sermon	Description
	The Preacher by Vance Havner	In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of the role of the preacher in today's society. He emphasizes that despite the push towards celebrity and entertainment, the B
	Steadying the Ark of God by Vance Havner	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of true worship and the need for personal responsibility in carrying out God's work. He criticizes the idea of putting on a r
	God's Work in the Darkness by Leonard Ravenhill	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that entertainment is a substitute for true joy and that the glory of God needs to be restored. He mentions the importance of being anointed
	Lying Signs and Wonders: Deceptions of the Last Days by Art Katz	Art Katz addresses the phenomenon of 'lying signs and wonders' in the last days, expressing concern over the division it creates among believers. He emphasizes the need for discern
	The Creation and Consecration of the Ark by T. Austin-Sparks	T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of the Ark of the Covenant as a representation of the greatness and glory of the Lord Jesus Christ, illustrating how the ark's journey
	Personal Testimony by Keith Daniel	In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a personal experience of going against his conscience and the consequences that followed. He describes the moment when his father confronted
	Sex and the Single Person by John Piper	In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of enslavement to worldly desires and emphasizes the need to be free from such bondage. He highlights the prevalence of sexual tempt