Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version the table and its articles, the pure gold lampstand and all its accessories, the altar of incense, New Living Translation the table and its utensils; the pure gold lampstand with all its accessories; the incense altar; English Standard Version the table and its utensils, and the pure lampstand with all its utensils, and the altar of incense, Berean Standard Bible the table with its utensils, the pure gold lampstand with all its utensils, the altar of incense, King James Bible And the table and his furniture, and the pure candlestick with all his furniture, and the altar of incense, New King James Version the table and its utensils, the pure gold lampstand with all its utensils, the altar of incense, New American Standard Bible the table and its utensils, the pure gold lampstand with all its utensils, and the altar of incense, NASB 1995 the table also and its utensils, and the pure gold lampstand with all its utensils, and the altar of incense, NASB 1977 the table also and its utensils, and the pure gold lampstand with all its utensils, and the altar of incense, Legacy Standard Bible the table also and its utensils, and the pure gold lampstand with all its utensils, and the altar of incense, Amplified Bible the table [for the bread] and its utensils, the pure gold lampstand with all its utensils, the [golden] altar of incense, Christian Standard Bible the table with its utensils, the pure gold lampstand with all its utensils, the altar of incense, Holman Christian Standard Bible the table with its utensils, the pure gold lampstand with all its utensils, the altar of incense, American Standard Version and the table and its vessels, and the pure candlestick with all its vessels, and the altar of incense, English Revised Version and the table and its vessels, and the pure candlestick with all its vessels, and the altar of incense; GOD'S WORD® Translation the table and the dishes, the pure [gold] lamp stand and all its utensils, the altar for incense, Good News Translation the table and its equipment, the lampstand of pure gold and all its equipment, the altar for burning incense, International Standard Version the table and its furnishings, the lamp stand of pure gold, all its furnishings, the altar of incense, NET Bible the table with its utensils, the pure lampstand with all its utensils, the altar of incense, New Heart English Bible the table and its vessels, the pure lampstand with all its vessels, the altar of incense, Webster's Bible Translation And the table and its furniture, and the pure candlestick with all its furniture, and the altar of incense, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblethe table with its utensils, the pure gold lampstand with all its utensils, the altar of incense, World English Bible the table and its vessels, the pure lamp stand with all its vessels, the altar of incense, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the table and its vessels, and the pure lampstand and all its vessels, and the altar of the incense, Young's Literal Translation and the table and its vessels, and the pure candlestick and all its vessels, and the altar of the perfume, Smith's Literal Translation And the table and its vessels, and the pure chandelier and all its vessels, and the altar of incense, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the table and the vessels thereof, the most pure candlestick with the vessels thereof, and the altars of incense, Catholic Public Domain Version and the table and its vessels, the most pure lampstand with its vessels, and the altars of incense New American Bible the table with its utensils, the pure gold menorah with all its utensils, the altar of incense, New Revised Standard Version the table and its utensils, and the pure lampstand with all its utensils, and the altar of incense, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the table and all its vessels, and the pure candlestick with all its instruments, and the altar of incense, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The Time Tabernacle and the Ark of the Testimony and the Mercy Seat that is upon it and all the implements of the Tabernacle, OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and the table and its vessels, and the pure candlestick with all its vessels, and the altar of incense; Brenton Septuagint Translation and the altars, and the table and all its furniture, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Bezalel and Oholiab the Craftsmen…7the Tent of Meeting, the ark of the Testimony and the mercy seat upon it, and all the other furnishings of the tent— 8 the table with its utensils, the pure gold lampstand with all its utensils, the altar of incense, 9the altar of burnt offering with all its utensils, and the basin with its stand—… Cross References Exodus 25:23-30 You are also to make a table of acacia wood two cubits long, a cubit wide, and a cubit and a half high. / Overlay it with pure gold and make a gold molding around it. / And make a rim around it a handbreadth wide and put a gold molding on the rim. ... Exodus 37:10-16 He also made the table of acacia wood two cubits long, a cubit wide, and a cubit and a half high. / He overlaid it with pure gold and made a gold molding around it. / And he made a rim around it a handbreadth wide and put a gold molding on the rim. ... Leviticus 24:5-9 You are also to take fine flour and bake twelve loaves, using two-tenths of an ephah for each loaf, / and set them in two rows—six per row—on the table of pure gold before the LORD. / And you are to place pure frankincense near each row, so that it may serve as a memorial portion for the bread, a food offering to the LORD. ... Numbers 4:7 Over the table of the Presence they are to spread a blue cloth and place the plates and cups on it, along with the bowls and pitchers for the drink offering. The regular bread offering is to remain on it. 1 Kings 7:48 Solomon also made all the furnishings for the house of the LORD: the golden altar; the golden table on which was placed the Bread of the Presence; 2 Chronicles 4:19 Solomon also made all the furnishings for the house of God: the golden altar; the tables on which was placed the Bread of the Presence; Hebrews 9:2 A tabernacle was prepared. In its first room were the lampstand, the table, and the consecrated bread. This was called the Holy Place. 1 Kings 6:20-22 The inner sanctuary was twenty cubits long, twenty cubits wide, and twenty cubits high. He overlaid the inside with pure gold, and he also overlaid the altar of cedar. / So Solomon overlaid the inside of the temple with pure gold, and he extended gold chains across the front of the inner sanctuary, which was overlaid with gold. / So he overlaid with gold the whole interior of the temple, until everything was completely finished. He also overlaid with gold the entire altar that belonged to the inner sanctuary. 2 Chronicles 13:11 Every morning and every evening they present burnt offerings and fragrant incense to the LORD. They set out the rows of showbread on the ceremonially clean table, and every evening they light the lamps of the gold lampstand. We are carrying out the requirements of the LORD our God, while you have forsaken Him. 1 Samuel 21:4-6 “There is no common bread on hand,” the priest replied, “but there is some consecrated bread—provided that the young men have kept themselves from women.” / David answered, “Women have indeed been kept from us, as is usual when I set out. And the bodies of the young men are holy even on common missions. How much more so today!” / So the priest gave him the consecrated bread, since there was no bread there but the Bread of the Presence, which had been removed from before the LORD and replaced with hot bread on the day it was taken away. Matthew 12:3-4 Jesus replied, “Have you not read what David did when he and his companions were hungry? / He entered the house of God, and he and his companions ate the consecrated bread, which was not lawful for them to eat, but only for the priests. Mark 2:25-26 Jesus replied, “Have you never read what David did when he and his companions were hungry and in need? / During the high priesthood of Abiathar, he entered the house of God and ate the consecrated bread, which was lawful only for the priests. And he gave some to his companions as well.” Luke 6:3-4 Jesus replied, “Have you not read what David did when he and his companions were hungry? / He entered the house of God, took the consecrated bread and gave it to his companions, and ate what is lawful only for the priests to eat.” 1 Chronicles 28:16 the weight of gold for each table of showbread, and of silver for the silver tables; 2 Chronicles 29:18 Then they went in to King Hezekiah and reported, “We have cleansed the entire house of the LORD, the altar of burnt offering with all its utensils, and the table of the showbread with all its utensils. Treasury of Scripture And the table and his furniture, and the pure candlestick with all his furniture, and the altar of incense, the table Exodus 25:23-30 Thou shalt also make a table of shittim wood: two cubits shall be the length thereof, and a cubit the breadth thereof, and a cubit and a half the height thereof… Exodus 37:10-16 And he made the table of shittim wood: two cubits was the length thereof, and a cubit the breadth thereof, and a cubit and a half the height thereof: … pure candlestick Exodus 25:31-40 And thou shalt make a candlestick of pure gold: of beaten work shall the candlestick be made: his shaft, and his branches, his bowls, his knops, and his flowers, shall be of the same… Exodus 37:17-24 And he made the candlestick of pure gold: of beaten work made he the candlestick; his shaft, and his branch, his bowls, his knops, and his flowers, were of the same: … the altar Exodus 30:1-10 And thou shalt make an altar to burn incense upon: of shittim wood shalt thou make it… Exodus 37:25-28 And he made the incense altar of shittim wood: the length of it was a cubit, and the breadth of it a cubit; it was foursquare; and two cubits was the height of it; the horns thereof were of the same… Jump to Previous Accessories Altar Articles Burning Candlestick Furniture Gold Holy Incense Lampstand Perfume Pure Spices Table Utensils VesselsJump to Next Accessories Altar Articles Burning Candlestick Furniture Gold Holy Incense Lampstand Perfume Pure Spices Table Utensils VesselsExodus 31 1. Bezaleel and Aholiah are appointed for the work of the tabernacle12. The observation of the Sabbath is again commanded 18. Moses receives the two tablets the table with its utensils The table referred to here is the Table of Showbread, which was located in the Holy Place of the Tabernacle. This table was made of acacia wood and overlaid with pure gold, signifying the purity and holiness required in the presence of God. The utensils included dishes, pans, bowls, and pitchers, all used in the service of the table. The showbread, or "bread of the Presence," was placed on this table as a continual offering before the Lord, symbolizing God's provision and the covenant relationship with Israel. This table and its utensils highlight the importance of worship and the sustenance provided by God, which is echoed in the New Testament when Jesus refers to Himself as the "bread of life" (John 6:35). the pure gold lampstand with all its utensils the altar of incense Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites, who received the instructions for the tabernacle and its furnishings from God on Mount Sinai. 2. Bezalel and Oholiab Skilled craftsmen chosen by God to construct the tabernacle and its furnishings, including the table, lampstand, and altar of incense. 3. The Tabernacle The portable dwelling place for the presence of God among the Israelites, where the table, lampstand, and altar of incense were to be placed. 4. The Table of Showbread A table in the Holy Place of the tabernacle where the bread of the Presence was placed, symbolizing God's provision and fellowship with His people. 5. The Golden Lampstand (Menorah) A lampstand in the Holy Place, representing the light of God and His guidance. 6. The Altar of Incense An altar in the Holy Place where incense was burned, symbolizing the prayers of the people ascending to God. Teaching Points God's Detailed InstructionsGod cares about the details of worship and how His people approach Him. This teaches us the importance of reverence and obedience in our worship practices. Symbolism of the Furnishings Each item in the tabernacle had a symbolic meaning, pointing to deeper spiritual truths. The table, lampstand, and altar of incense remind us of God's provision, guidance, and the importance of prayer. The Role of Skilled Workers God equipped Bezalel and Oholiab with skills for His purposes. This shows that our talents and abilities are gifts from God to be used for His glory. The Presence of God The tabernacle was a physical representation of God's presence among His people. Today, believers are the temple of the Holy Spirit, and we are called to live in a way that honors His presence within us. Prayer as Incense The altar of incense symbolizes the prayers of the faithful. We are encouraged to maintain a consistent prayer life, knowing that our prayers are precious to God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 31:8?2. How does Exodus 31:8 emphasize the importance of the altar in worship? 3. What role does the "table and its utensils" play in spiritual discipline? 4. How can we apply the concept of sacred spaces in our daily lives? 5. Connect Exodus 31:8 to New Testament teachings on worship and holiness. 6. How does understanding Exodus 31:8 enhance our appreciation of God's detailed instructions? 7. What is the significance of the stone tablets mentioned in Exodus 31:8? 8. How does Exodus 31:8 relate to the concept of divine law? 9. Why were the tablets of the covenant law made of stone in Exodus 31:8? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 31? 11. What events occur in the biblical book of Exodus? 12. What was Moses' Tabernacle? 13. Exodus 8:31: How can a massive infestation of flies vanish overnight without any residue or long-term consequences? 14. Who were Bezalel and Oholiab in the Bible? What Does Exodus 31:8 Mean the table with its utensilsExodus 31:8 opens with, “the table with its utensils”. In Exodus 25:23-30 the Lord had already given exact specifications for this table, later called the “table of the Bread of the Presence” (Leviticus 24:5-9). By repeating it here, God emphasizes: • Provision and fellowship – Twelve loaves of bread, renewed every Sabbath, signified His steady sustenance for the twelve tribes (Psalm 23:5; John 6:35). • Covenant remembrance – The bread stayed “before Me at all times” (Exodus 25:30), reminding Israel of its perpetual relationship with the Lord. • Shared participation – Priests ate the bread in the holy place, picturing intimacy with their Creator (1 Samuel 21:6; Revelation 3:20). Every utensil mattered. Plates, dishes, pitchers, and bowls (Exodus 25:29) enabled continual service, teaching that every detail of worship must align with God’s expressed will. the pure gold lampstand with all its utensils Next is “the pure gold lampstand with all its utensils.” Exodus 25:31-40 records its design: one piece of hammered gold with seven branches. Its meaning shines throughout Scripture: • Divine light – The perpetual flame (Leviticus 24:2-4) pointed to the Lord as the source of illumination and guidance (Psalm 27:1; John 1:4-9). • Perfect purity – Being “pure gold” (Exodus 37:17) underscored holiness, foreshadowing Christ, the flawless Light of the world (John 8:12). • Spirit-empowered witness – Zechariah saw a similar lampstand supplied by olive trees, picturing “not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit” (Zechariah 4:6). Believers today are called “the light of the world” (Matthew 5:14-16), fueled by the Spirit’s oil. Snuffers, wick trimmers, and oil pitchers (Exodus 25:38) ensured continual brightness, stressing our need for ongoing cleansing and renewal to keep testimony clear (1 John 1:7). the altar of incense Finally, Exodus 31:8 mentions “the altar of incense,” detailed in Exodus 30:1-10: • Nearness to God – Placed “in front of the veil” (Exodus 30:6), it stood closest to the Most Holy Place, illustrating the intimacy of prayer. • Continual intercession – Incense burned every morning and evening with the daily lamb offerings (Exodus 30:7-8; Luke 1:8-10). Psalm 141:2 uses the same imagery: “May my prayer be set before You like incense.” • Christ’s mediating work – Revelation 5:8 and 8:3-4 show golden bowls of incense representing “the prayers of the saints,” mingled with Christ’s merits. He “always lives to intercede” (Hebrews 7:25), ensuring our petitions rise acceptably. Utensils—tongs, censers, and firepans (Exodus 38:3)—kept the coals pure, a sober reminder that worship must be undefiled (1 Timothy 2:8). summary Exodus 31:8 reiterates three key pieces of tabernacle furniture because each one portrays an essential facet of God-ordained worship: the table points to constant fellowship and provision, the lampstand to pure illumination by God’s Spirit, and the altar of incense to ceaseless, Christ-mediated prayer. Together they reveal the Lord’s passion to dwell with His people, sustain them, guide them, and hear them—truths still fully realized in Jesus Christ and actively lived out by all who serve Him today. Hebrew the tableהַשֻּׁלְחָן֙ (haš·šul·ḥān) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7979: A table, a meal with its utensils, כֵּלָ֔יו (kê·lāw) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 3627: Something prepared, any apparatus the pure הַטְּהֹרָ֖ה (haṭ·ṭə·hō·rāh) Article | Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 2889: Clean, pure gold lampstand הַמְּנֹרָ֥ה (ham·mə·nō·rāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4501: A chandelier with all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every its utensils, כֵּלֶ֑יהָ (kê·le·hā) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 3627: Something prepared, any apparatus the altar מִזְבַּ֥ח (miz·baḥ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4196: An altar of incense, הַקְּטֹֽרֶת׃ (haq·qə·ṭō·reṯ) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 7004: Smoke, odor of (burning) sacrifice, incense Links Exodus 31:8 NIVExodus 31:8 NLT Exodus 31:8 ESV Exodus 31:8 NASB Exodus 31:8 KJV Exodus 31:8 BibleApps.com Exodus 31:8 Biblia Paralela Exodus 31:8 Chinese Bible Exodus 31:8 French Bible Exodus 31:8 Catholic Bible OT Law: Exodus 31:8 The table and its vessels the pure (Exo. 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