Exodus 25:32
New International Version
Six branches are to extend from the sides of the lampstand—three on one side and three on the other.

New Living Translation
Make it with six branches going out from the center stem, three on each side.

English Standard Version
And there shall be six branches going out of its sides, three branches of the lampstand out of one side of it and three branches of the lampstand out of the other side of it;

Berean Standard Bible
Six branches are to extend from the sides of the lampstand—three on one side and three on the other.

King James Bible
And six branches shall come out of the sides of it; three branches of the candlestick out of the one side, and three branches of the candlestick out of the other side:

New King James Version
And six branches shall come out of its sides: three branches of the lampstand out of one side, and three branches of the lampstand out of the other side.

New American Standard Bible
Six branches shall go out from its sides; three branches of the lampstand from its one side and three branches of the lampstand from its other side.

NASB 1995
“Six branches shall go out from its sides; three branches of the lampstand from its one side and three branches of the lampstand from its other side.

NASB 1977
“And six branches shall go out from its sides; three branches of the lampstand from its one side, and three branches of the lampstand from its other side.

Legacy Standard Bible
Six branches shall go out from its sides; three branches of the lampstand from its one side and three branches of the lampstand from its other side.

Amplified Bible
Six branches shall come out of its sides; three branches of the lampstand out of the one side and three branches of the lampstand out of its other side [the shaft being the seventh branch].

Christian Standard Bible
Six branches are to extend from its sides, three branches of the lampstand from one side and three branches of the lampstand from the other side.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Six branches are to extend from its sides, three branches of the lampstand from one side and three branches of the lampstand from the other side.

American Standard Version
and there shall be six branches going out of the sides thereof; three branches of the candlestick out of the one side thereof, and three branches of the candlestick out of the other side thereof:

Contemporary English Version
with three branches on each of its two sides.

English Revised Version
and there shall be six branches going out of the sides thereof; three branches of the candlestick out of the one side thereof, and three branches of the candlestick out of the other side thereof:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Six branches are to come out of the sides, three branches on one side and three on the other.

Good News Translation
Six branches shall extend from its sides, three from each side.

International Standard Version
Six branches are to extend from its sides, three branches of the lamp stand from one side of it and three branches of the lamp stand from its other side.

Majority Standard Bible
Six branches are to extend from the sides of the lampstand?three on one side and three on the other.

NET Bible
Six branches are to extend from the sides of the lampstand, three branches of the lampstand from one side of it and three branches of the lampstand from the other side of it.

New Heart English Bible
There shall be six branches going out of its sides: three branches of the lampstand out of its one side, and three branches of the lampstand out of its other side;

Webster's Bible Translation
And six branches shall extend from the sides of it; three branches of the candlestick from the one side, and three branches of the candlestick from the other side:

World English Bible
There shall be six branches going out of its sides: three branches of the lamp stand out of its one side, and three branches of the lamp stand out of its other side;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and six branches are coming out of its sides, three branches of the lampstand out of the first side, and three branches of the lampstand out of the second side;

Young's Literal Translation
and six branches are coming out of its sides, three branches of the candlestick out of the one side, and three branches of the candlestick out of the second side;

Smith's Literal Translation
And six stems coming out from its sides; three branches of the chandelier from the one side, and three stems of the chandelier from the second side.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Six branches shall come out of the sides, three out of the one side, and three out of the other.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Six branches shall go out from the sides: three out of one side and three out of the other.

New American Bible
Six branches are to extend from its sides, three branches on one side, and three on the other.

New Revised Standard Version
and there shall be six branches going out of its sides, three branches of the lampstand out of one side of it and three branches of the lampstand out of the other side of it;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And six branches shall come out of the sides of it; three branches of the candlestick out of the one side, and three branches of the candlestick out of the other side;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And six branches that will come out from its sides: three branches from one side of the menorah and three branches from its other side:
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And there shall be six branches going out of the sides thereof: three branches of the candlestick out of the one side thereof, and three branches of the candle-stick out of the other side thereof;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And six branches proceeding sideways, three branches of the candlestick from one side of it, and three branches of the candlestick from the other side.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Golden Lampstand
31Then you are to make a lampstand of pure, hammered gold. It shall be made of one piece, including its base and shaft, its cups, and its buds and petals. 32Six branches are to extend from the sides of the lampstand— three on one side and three on the other. 33There are to be three cups shaped like almond blossoms on the first branch, each with buds and petals, three on the next branch, and the same for all six branches that extend from the lampstand.…

Cross References
Hebrews 9:2-5
A tabernacle was prepared. In its first room were the lampstand, the table, and the consecrated bread. This was called the Holy Place. / Behind the second curtain was a room called the Most Holy Place, / containing the golden altar of incense and the gold-covered ark of the covenant. Inside the ark were the gold jar of manna, Aaron’s staff that had budded, and the stone tablets of the covenant. ...

Revelation 1:12-13
Then I turned to see the voice that was speaking with me. And having turned, I saw seven golden lampstands, / and among the lampstands was One like the Son of Man, dressed in a long robe, with a golden sash around His chest.

Numbers 8:2-4
“Speak to Aaron and tell him: ‘When you set up the seven lamps, they are to light the area in front of the lampstand.’” / And Aaron did so; he set up the lamps facing toward the front of the lampstand, just as the LORD had commanded Moses. / This is how the lampstand was constructed: it was made of hammered gold from its base to its blossoms, fashioned according to the pattern the LORD had shown Moses.

1 Kings 7:49
the lampstands of pure gold in front of the inner sanctuary, five on the right side and five on the left; the gold flowers, lamps, and tongs;

Zechariah 4:2
“What do you see?” he asked. “I see a solid gold lampstand,” I replied, “with a bowl at the top and seven lamps on it, with seven spouts to the lamps.

Revelation 11:4
These witnesses are the two olive trees and the two lampstands that stand before the Lord of the earth.

2 Chronicles 4:20
the lampstands of pure gold and their lamps, to burn in front of the inner sanctuary as prescribed;

Matthew 5:14-16
You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. / Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a basket. Instead, they set it on a stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. / In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

John 8:12
Once again, Jesus spoke to the people and said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows Me will never walk in the darkness, but will have the light of life.”

Leviticus 24:2-4
“Command the Israelites to bring you pure oil of pressed olives for the light, to keep the lamps burning continually. / Outside the veil of the Testimony in the Tent of Meeting, Aaron is to tend the lamps continually before the LORD from evening until morning. This is to be a permanent statute for the generations to come. / He shall tend the lamps on the pure gold lampstand before the LORD continually.

1 Samuel 3:3
Before the lamp of God had gone out, Samuel was lying down in the temple of the LORD, where the ark of God was located.

Psalm 119:105
Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.

Isaiah 42:6-7
“I, the LORD, have called you for a righteous purpose, and I will take hold of your hand. I will keep you and appoint you to be a covenant for the people and a light to the nations, / to open the eyes of the blind, to bring prisoners out of the dungeon and those sitting in darkness out from the prison house.

John 1:4-5
In Him was life, and that life was the light of men. / The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.

John 9:5
While I am in the world, I am the light of the world.”


Treasury of Scripture

And six branches shall come out of the sides of it; three branches of the candlestick out of the one side, and three branches of the candlestick out of the other side:

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Exodus 25
1. What the Israelites were to offer for the building of the tabernacle
10. The dimensions of the ark
17. The mercy seat, with the cherubim
23. The table of show bread, with the furniture thereof
31. The golden candlestick, with the instruments thereof














Six branches are to extend from the sides of the lampstand—
The lampstand, or menorah, is a significant element in the Tabernacle, symbolizing the light of God and His presence among His people. The design of the lampstand, with its branches, is reminiscent of a tree, possibly symbolizing the Tree of Life from Genesis. The number six, representing the branches, is often associated with humanity, as man was created on the sixth day. The lampstand itself, made of pure gold, signifies purity and divinity, pointing to the holiness required to approach God. The branches extending from the central shaft can be seen as a representation of the unity and diversity within the body of believers, with Christ as the central vine (John 15:5).

three on one side and three on the other.
The symmetry of the lampstand, with three branches on each side, emphasizes balance and order, reflecting God's nature as a God of order (1 Corinthians 14:33). The number three is often associated with divine completeness and perfection, seen in the Trinity. This design may also foreshadow the unity of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The lampstand's structure, with its central shaft and branches, can be seen as a type of Christ, who is the light of the world (John 8:12) and the source from which all spiritual life and light emanate. The menorah's light was to burn continually, symbolizing the perpetual presence and guidance of God, much like the eternal light of Christ in the lives of believers.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Moses
The leader of the Israelites who received the instructions for the Tabernacle, including the design of the lampstand, directly from God on Mount Sinai.

2. Mount Sinai
The place where God communicated with Moses and provided the detailed instructions for the construction of the Tabernacle and its furnishings.

3. The Tabernacle
The portable sanctuary that served as the dwelling place of God among the Israelites during their journey through the wilderness.

4. The Lampstand (Menorah)
A sacred object within the Tabernacle, symbolizing the light of God and His presence among His people. It was crafted from pure gold and had a central shaft with three branches on each side.

5. Bezalel and Oholiab
Skilled artisans appointed by God to oversee the construction of the Tabernacle and its furnishings, including the lampstand.
Teaching Points
Symbolism of Light
The lampstand represents God's presence and guidance. Just as the lampstand illuminated the Tabernacle, believers are called to reflect God's light in a dark world.

Divine Design
The specific instructions for the lampstand highlight the importance of following God's design and purpose in our lives. We are to seek His guidance in all aspects of our lives.

Unity and Diversity
The lampstand's branches, extending from a central shaft, symbolize unity in diversity. In the body of Christ, we are diverse members united in purpose and mission.

Holiness and Purity
Made of pure gold, the lampstand signifies the holiness and purity required in worship. Believers are called to live lives of holiness, set apart for God's purposes.

God's Provision
The lampstand provided continuous light, reminding us of God's constant provision and presence. We can trust Him to meet our needs and guide us daily.Verse 32. - Six branches. The representation on the Arch of Titus exactly agrees with this description. It was a peculiarity of the "candlestick," as compared with other candelabra, that all the branches were in the same plane.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Six
וְשִׁשָּׁ֣ה (wə·šiš·šāh)
Conjunctive waw | Number - masculine singular
Strong's 8337: Six (a cardinal number)

branches
קָנִ֔ים (qā·nîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 7070: A reed, a, rod, shaft, tube, stem, the radius, beam

are to extend
יֹצְאִ֖ים (yō·ṣə·’îm)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim

from the sides
מִצִּדֶּ֑יהָ (miṣ·ṣid·de·hā)
Preposition-m | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 6654: A side, an adversary

of the lampstand—
מְנֹרָ֗ה (mə·nō·rāh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 4501: A chandelier

three
שְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה ׀ (šə·lō·šāh)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 7969: Three, third, thrice

from one
הָאֶחָ֔ד (hā·’e·ḥāḏ)
Article | Number - masculine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

side
מִצִּדָּהּ֙ (miṣ·ṣid·dāh)
Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 6654: A side, an adversary

and three
וּשְׁלֹשָׁה֙ (ū·šə·lō·šāh)
Conjunctive waw | Number - masculine singular
Strong's 7969: Three, third, thrice

from the other.
הַשֵּׁנִֽי׃ (haš·šê·nî)
Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular
Strong's 8145: Second (an ordinal number)


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