Goldsmith

A goldsmith was a skilled worker who made things from gold. Some made expensive idols (false gods) for people to worship (Isaiah 40:19; 41:7; 46:6; Jeremiah 10:9, 14; 51:17). Others created holy items and gold coverings for the tabernacle and Solomon’s temple (Exodus 31:4; 35:32; 1 Kings 6:20–35). After the people of Israel returned from exile in Babylon, the goldsmiths formed a special group of workers. They helped fix and restore the temple in Jerusalem (Nehemiah 3:8, 31–32).

See also Minerals and Metals.