bezaleel

/ˌbɛzəˈliːl/

Definitions

1. noun

An Old Testament figure, the son of Uri, who was a skilled craftsman and the chief designer and supervisor of the construction of the Tabernacle and the Ark of the Covenant.

“According to the Bible, Bezaleel was a master craftsman who oversaw the construction of the Tabernacle.”

2. proper noun

A place name, possibly a variant of Bezalel, Bezalel being an Israelite leader who was involved in the construction of the Temple.

“The city of Bezaleel is a small town in Israel known for its historic significance.”

Synonyms

  • artisan
  • craftsman

Antonyms

  • amateur
  • unskilled