See the Evidence

And he hath put in his heart that he may teach, both he, and Aholiab, the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan.
Exodus 35:34 (KJV)

Moses is speaking to Israel about the people equipped for the tabernacle’s work. Verses 31–33 describe Bezaleel’s wisdom and practical abilities. Verse 34 adds teaching and names Aholiab alongside him. Verse 35 then describes the two men’s abilities in making and designing.

The phrase “that he may teach” identifies a purpose beyond producing an object. God’s provision included the ability to help others learn. The passage records that provision; it does not describe their lessons, name their pupils or tell us how they taught.

An implication for our work

As a modern application, a skilled tailor might explain a technique and let an apprentice practise it. Doing the work and helping someone learn to do it are distinct contributions. The example illustrates the teaching mentioned in the passage; it is not a reconstruction of the tabernacle workshop.

For Christians, Peter gives a relevant instruction: use received gifts to serve one another as stewards of God’s grace, so that God is glorified through Jesus Christ (1 Peter 4:10–11). That supports serving others with what we have received, without making every craftsperson’s gift identical to those described in Exodus.

What could you help someone learn, rather than always doing it for them?