Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The buds and branches shall all be of one piece with the lampstand, hammered out of pure gold. New Living Translation The almond buds and branches must all be of one piece with the center stem, and they must be hammered from pure gold. English Standard Version Their calyxes and their branches shall be of one piece with it, the whole of it a single piece of hammered work of pure gold. Berean Standard Bible The buds and branches are to be all of one piece with the lampstand, hammered out of pure gold. King James Bible Their knops and their branches shall be of the same: all it shall be one beaten work of pure gold. New King James Version Their knobs and their branches shall be of one piece; all of it shall be one hammered piece of pure gold. New American Standard Bible Their bulbs and their branches shall be of one piece with it; all of it shall be one piece of hammered work of pure gold. NASB 1995 “Their bulbs and their branches shall be of one piece with it; all of it shall be one piece of hammered work of pure gold. NASB 1977 “Their bulbs and their branches shall be of one piece with it; all of it shall be one piece of hammered work of pure gold. Legacy Standard Bible Their bulbs and their branches shall be of the same piece; all of it shall be one piece of hammered work of pure gold. Amplified Bible Their calyxes and their branches shall be of one piece with it; all of it shall be one piece of hammered work of pure gold. Christian Standard Bible Their buds and branches are to be of one piece. All of it is to be a single hammered piece of pure gold. Holman Christian Standard Bible Their calyxes and branches are to be of one piece. All of it is to be a single hammered piece of pure gold.” American Standard Version Their knops and their branches shall be of one piece with it; the whole of it one beaten work of pure gold. Contemporary English Version The lampstand, including its branches and decorative flowers, must be made from a single piece of hammered pure gold. English Revised Version Their knops and their branches shall be of one piece with it: the whole of it one beaten work of pure gold. GOD'S WORD® Translation The buds and branches should also be hammered out of the same piece of pure gold as the lamp stand. Good News Translation The buds, the branches, and the lampstand are to be a single piece of pure hammered gold. International Standard Version Their calyxes and their branches are to be of one piece with it; all of it is to be made of one piece of hammered work of pure gold. NET Bible Their buds and their branches will be one piece, all of it one hammered piece of pure gold. New Heart English Bible Their buds and their branches shall be of one piece with it, all of it one beaten work of pure gold. Webster's Bible Translation Their knobs and their branches shall be of the same: all of it shall be one beaten work of pure gold. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe buds and branches are to be all of one piece with the lampstand, hammered out of pure gold. World English Bible Their buds and their branches shall be of one piece with it, all of it one beaten work of pure gold. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versiontheir knobs and their branches are of the same, all of it one beaten work of pure gold; Young's Literal Translation their knops and their branches are of the same, all of it one beaten work of pure gold; Smith's Literal Translation Their chaplets and their stems shall be from it: all of it one turned work of pure gold. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd both the bowls and the branches shall be of the same beaten work of the purest gold. Catholic Public Domain Version Thus both the little spheres and the branches shall be made out of the same thing: entirely formed from the purest gold. New American Bible Their knobs and branches shall so spring from it that the whole will form a single piece of pure beaten gold. New Revised Standard Version Their calyxes and their branches shall be of one piece with it, the whole of it one hammered piece of pure gold. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTheir buds and their branches shall be of one piece; all of it shall be of one piece cast of pure gold. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the apples and the branches of it shall be all of one smelting of pure gold. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Their knops and their branches shall be of one piece with it; the whole of it one beaten work of pure gold. Brenton Septuagint Translation Let the knops and the branches be of one piece, altogether graven of one piece of pure gold. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Golden Lampstand…35For the six branches that extend from the lampstand, a bud must be under the first pair of branches, a bud under the second pair, and a bud under the third pair. 36The buds and branches are to be all of one piece with the lampstand, hammered out of pure gold. 37Make seven lamps and set them up on the lampstand so that they illuminate the area in front of it.… 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. ... Exodus 37:17-24 Then he made the lampstand out of pure hammered gold, all of one piece: its base and shaft, its cups, and its buds and petals. / Six branches extended from the sides, three on one side and three on the other. / There were 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 extended from the lampstand. ... Numbers 8:4 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; 2 Chronicles 4:20 the lampstands of pure gold and their lamps, to burn in front of the inner sanctuary as prescribed; 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. Revelation 1:20 This is the mystery of the seven stars you saw in My right hand and of the seven golden lampstands: The seven stars are the angels of the seven churches, and the seven lampstands are the seven churches. 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. Zechariah 4:11-14 Then I asked the angel, “What are the two olive trees on the right and left of the lampstand?” / And I questioned him further, “What are the two olive branches beside the two gold pipes from which the golden oil pours?” / “Do you not know what these are?” he inquired. “No, my lord,” I replied. ... 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.” 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 1:9 The true Light, who gives light to everyone, was coming into the world. Psalm 119:105 Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. Isaiah 42:6 “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, Treasury of Scripture Their knops and their branches shall be of the same: all it shall be one beaten work of pure gold. beaten Exodus 25:18 And thou shalt make two cherubims of gold, of beaten work shalt thou make them, in the two ends of the mercy seat. Numbers 8:4 And this work of the candlestick was of beaten gold, unto the shaft thereof, unto the flowers thereof, was beaten work: according unto the pattern which the LORD had shewed Moses, so he made the candlestick. 1 Kings 10:16,17 And king Solomon made two hundred targets of beaten gold: six hundred shekels of gold went to one target… Jump to Previous Beaten Branches Buds Bulbs Capitals Complete Gold Hammered Knobs Knops Lampstand Metal Piece Pure Together Whole WorkJump to Next Beaten Branches Buds Bulbs Capitals Complete Gold Hammered Knobs Knops Lampstand Metal Piece Pure Together Whole WorkExodus 25 1. What the Israelites were to offer for the building of the tabernacle10. 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 The buds and branches This phrase refers to the intricate design of the lampstand, or menorah, which was to be placed in the Tabernacle. The buds and branches symbolize life and growth, reminiscent of the almond tree, which is one of the first to bloom in Israel, signifying watchfulness and readiness. The design reflects the beauty and order of God's creation, as well as the light and life that emanate from His presence. are to be all of one piece with the lampstand hammered out of pure gold Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites who received the instructions for the Tabernacle from God on Mount Sinai. 2. Mount Sinai The place where God gave Moses the instructions for building the Tabernacle, including the design of the lampstand. 3. The Tabernacle The portable dwelling place for the presence of God among the Israelites, where the lampstand was to be placed. 4. The Lampstand (Menorah) A sacred object made of pure gold, designed to provide light in the Tabernacle, symbolizing God's presence and guidance. 5. Bezalel and Oholiab Skilled artisans appointed by God to construct the Tabernacle and its furnishings, including the lampstand. Teaching Points Unity in DesignThe lampstand being of one piece signifies the unity and perfection in God's design. Believers are called to unity in the body of Christ, reflecting His perfect design. Purity and Holiness Made of pure gold, the lampstand represents the purity and holiness required in worship. Christians are called to live holy lives, set apart for God's purposes. God's Light in Our Lives Just as the lampstand provided light in the Tabernacle, believers are to be lights in the world, reflecting the light of Christ in their actions and words. Craftsmanship and Service The detailed craftsmanship of the lampstand reminds us of the importance of using our God-given talents and skills in service to Him. Symbol of God's Presence The lampstand symbolizes God's continual presence with His people. We are encouraged to seek His presence daily through prayer and the study of His Word. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 25:36?2. How does Exodus 25:36 emphasize the unity of the lampstand's design? 3. What does the "hammered work of pure gold" symbolize in Exodus 25:36? 4. How can we apply the concept of unity in Exodus 25:36 to church life? 5. How does Exodus 25:36 connect to the New Testament teachings on spiritual light? 6. What practical steps can we take to reflect God's purity in our lives? 7. What is the significance of the single piece construction in Exodus 25:36 for the lampstand? 8. How does Exodus 25:36 reflect God's attention to detail in worship practices? 9. Why is the lampstand's design important in the context of Exodus 25:36? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 25? 11. What does the menorah symbolize? 12. What is the biblical significance of the lampstand? 13. Exodus 37:17-24: Could a single gold talent realistically be fashioned into a single lampstand with six branches and intricate decorations as described? 14. In Hebrews 9:2-5, how can the detailed description of the Tabernacle's furnishings be reconciled with the limited archeological evidence for such an elaborate structure? What Does Exodus 25:36 Mean The buds and branches- God specifies ornamental details, revealing He cares about beauty in worship just as in Exodus 28:2, “You are to make holy garments for Aaron, your brother, for glory and for beauty”. - Buds and branches hint at life and fruitfulness; the lampstand will stand in the Holy Place where fresh bread and daily incense also testify to ongoing vitality (Exodus 25:30; 30:8). - In John 15:5 Jesus says, “I am the vine; you are the branches”. The earlier imagery of branches anticipates the truth that life and light flow from union with God’s appointed source. Are to be all of one piece - No joint, weld, or detachable part was allowed, underscoring unity and integrity. Similarly, Paul declares in 1 Corinthians 12:12 that “the body is one unit, though it is composed of many parts”. - The single-piece design prevents fracture; God’s people are called to “make every effort to preserve the unity of the Spirit” (Ephesians 4:3). - It also mirrors God’s own indivisibility—“Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is One” (Deuteronomy 6:4). With the lampstand - Everything must remain connected to the central shaft that supports and feeds each branch with oil, much like Psalm 36:9, “In Your light we see light”. - The lampstand’s placement opposite the table of the Bread of the Presence (Exodus 26:35) shows how light of revelation and provision of sustenance meet only in God’s presence. - Revelation 1:12–13 pictures Christ walking among seven golden lampstands, linking this Old Testament pattern to New Covenant reality where churches draw light only while joined to Him. Hammered out of pure gold - Gold signifies holiness and incorruptibility; Revelation 21:18 describes the New Jerusalem “made of pure gold, as pure as glass”. - Being “hammered” shows craftsmanship through testing; 1 Peter 1:7 teaches faith refined by fire results in praise, glory, and honor. - Purity is required for approaching God: “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God” (Matthew 5:8). summary Exodus 25:36 unites imagery of life, unity, consecration, and tested purity. The buds and branches symbolize ever-living fruitfulness that springs from God’s light. Formed in one seamless piece, the lampstand pictures the indivisible character of God and the togetherness He desires for His people. Its constant connection to the central shaft reminds believers that only fellowship with the Lord sustains true illumination. Crafted from pure, hammered gold, it calls worshipers to embrace refining processes that yield holiness fit for His presence. Verse 36. - All it. Rather, "all of it." Shall be one beaten work. Compare ver. 31Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Their budsכַּפְתֹּרֵיהֶ֥ם (kap̄·tō·rê·hem) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 3730: Capital, knob, bulb and branches וּקְנֹתָ֖ם (ū·qə·nō·ṯām) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 7070: A reed, a, rod, shaft, tube, stem, the radius, beam are to be יִהְי֑וּ (yih·yū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be all כֻּלָּ֛הּ (kul·lāh) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every of one piece, אַחַ֖ת (’a·ḥaṯ) Number - feminine singular Strong's 259: United, one, first hammered מִקְשָׁ֥ה (miq·šāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4749: Rounded work, moulded by hammering out of טָהֽוֹר׃ (ṭā·hō·wr) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2889: Clean, pure gold. זָהָ֥ב (zā·hāḇ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2091: Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky Links Exodus 25:36 NIVExodus 25:36 NLT Exodus 25:36 ESV Exodus 25:36 NASB Exodus 25:36 KJV Exodus 25:36 BibleApps.com Exodus 25:36 Biblia Paralela Exodus 25:36 Chinese Bible Exodus 25:36 French Bible Exodus 25:36 Catholic Bible OT Law: Exodus 25:36 Their buds and their branches shall be (Exo. 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