Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version They made the lampstand of pure gold. They hammered out its base and shaft, and made its flowerlike cups, buds and blossoms of one piece with them. New Living Translation Then Bezalel made the lampstand of pure, hammered gold. He made the entire lampstand and its decorations of one piece—the base, center stem, lamp cups, buds, and petals. English Standard Version He also made the lampstand of pure gold. He made the lampstand of hammered work. Its base, its stem, its cups, its calyxes, and its flowers were of one piece with it. Berean Standard Bible 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. King James Bible 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: New King James Version He also made the lampstand of pure gold; of hammered work he made the lampstand. Its shaft, its branches, its bowls, its ornamental knobs, and its flowers were of the same piece. New American Standard Bible Then he made the lampstand of pure gold. He made the lampstand of hammered work, its base and its shaft; its cups, its bulbs, and its flowers were of one piece with it. NASB 1995 Then he made the lampstand of pure gold. He made the lampstand of hammered work, its base and its shaft; its cups, its bulbs and its flowers were of one piece with it. NASB 1977 Then he made the lampstand of pure gold. He made the lampstand of hammered work, its base and its shaft; its cups, its bulbs and its flowers were of one piece with it. Legacy Standard Bible Then he made the lampstand of pure gold. He made the lampstand of hammered work, its base and its shaft; its cups, its bulbs, and its flowers were of the same piece. Amplified Bible Then he made the lampstand (menorah) of pure gold. He made the lampstand of hammered work, its base and its [center] shaft; its cups, its calyxes, and its flowers were all of one piece with it. Christian Standard Bible Then he made the lampstand out of pure hammered gold. He made it all of one piece: its base and shaft, its ornamental cups, and its buds and petals. Holman Christian Standard Bible Then he made the lampstand out of pure hammered gold. He made it all of one piece: its base and shaft, its ornamental cups, and its calyxes and petals. American Standard Version And he made the candlestick of pure gold: of beaten work made he the candlestick, even its base, and its shaft; its cups, it knops, and its flowers, were of one piece with it. Contemporary English Version Bezalel made a lampstand of pure gold. The whole lampstand, including its decorative flowers, was made from a single piece of hammered gold, English Revised Version And he made the candlestick of pure gold: of beaten work made he the candlestick, even its base, and its shaft; its cups, its knops, and its flowers, were of one piece with it: GOD'S WORD® Translation He made the lamp stand out of pure gold. The lamp stand, its base, and its shaft, as well as the flower cups, buds, and petals were hammered out of one piece [of gold]. Good News Translation He made the lampstand of pure gold. He made its base and its shaft of hammered gold; its decorative flowers, including buds and petals, formed one piece with it. International Standard Version He made the lamp stand of pure gold. He made the lamp stand, its base, and stem of hammered work and its cups, calyxes, and flowers were of one piece with it. Majority Standard Bible 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. NET Bible He made the lampstand of pure gold. He made the lampstand of hammered metal; its base and its shaft, its cups, its buds, and its blossoms were from the same piece. New Heart English Bible He made the lampstand of pure gold. He made the lampstand of beaten work. Its base, its shaft, its cups, its buds, and its flowers were of one piece with it. Webster's Bible Translation And he made the candlestick of pure gold; of beaten work he made the candlestick; its shaft, and its branch, its bowls, its knobs, and its flowers were of the same: World English Bible He made the lamp stand of pure gold. He made the lamp stand of beaten work. Its base, its shaft, its cups, its buds, and its flowers were of one piece with it. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd he makes the lampstand of pure gold; he has made the lampstand of beaten work, its base, and its branch, its calyxes, its knobs, and its flowers, have been of the same; Young's Literal Translation And he maketh the candlestick of pure gold; of beaten work he hath made the candlestick, its base, and its branch, its calyxes, its knops, and its flowers, have been of the same; Smith's Literal Translation He will make the chandelier pure gold; turned work he made the chandelier; its thigh and its stem, its bowls, its chaplets and its flowers were from it. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHe made also the candlestick of beaten work of the finest gold. From the shaft whereof its branches, its cups, and bowls, and lilies came out: Catholic Public Domain Version He also made the lampstand, formed from the finest gold. The branches, bowls, and little spheres, as well as the lilies, proceeded from its bar: New American Bible The menorah was made of pure beaten gold—its shaft and branches—with its cups and knobs and petals springing directly from it. New Revised Standard Version He also made the lampstand of pure gold. The base and the shaft of the lampstand were made of hammered work; its cups, its calyxes, and its petals were of one piece with it. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he made the candlestick of pure gold; of cast work made he the candlestick; its shaft, its branches, its bowls, its buds, and its flowers were of the same; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And he made a lamp stand of pure molten gold; he made the Menorah, its base and its branches, and its cups, and its fruits, and its lilies; they were of it: OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And he made the candlestick of pure gold: of beaten work made he the candlestick, even its base, and its shaft; its cups, its knops, and its flowers, were of one piece with it. Brenton Septuagint Translation And he made the candlestick which gives light, of gold; Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Lampstand17Then he made the lampstand out of pure hammered gold, all of one piece: its base and shaft, its cups, and its buds and petals. 18Six branches extended from the sides, three on one side and three on the other.… Cross References Exodus 25:31-40 Then 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. / Six branches are to extend from the sides of the lampstand—three on one side and three on the other. / There 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. ... 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 4:7 He made ten gold lampstands according to their specifications and placed them in the temple, five on the south side and five on the north. 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. 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. Revelation 2:1 “To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: These are the words of Him who holds the seven stars in His right hand and walks among the seven golden lampstands. 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 9:5 While I am in the world, I am the light of the world.” Psalm 119:105 Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. Treasury of Scripture 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 candlestick of Exodus 25:31-39 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 40:24,25 And he put the candlestick in the tent of the congregation, over against the table, on the side of the tabernacle southward… Leviticus 24:4 He shall order the lamps upon the pure candlestick before the LORD continually. Jump to Previous Base Beaten Best Blossoms Bowls Branch Buds Bulbs Calyxes Candlestick Capitals Cups Flowerlike Flowers Gold Hammered Itself Knobs Knops Lampstand Maketh Metal Piece Pillar Pure Shaft Support WorkJump to Next Base Beaten Best Blossoms Bowls Branch Buds Bulbs Calyxes Candlestick Capitals Cups Flowerlike Flowers Gold Hammered Itself Knobs Knops Lampstand Maketh Metal Piece Pillar Pure Shaft Support WorkExodus 37 1. The ark and mercy seat with cherubim made10. The table of showbread with its vessels 17. The candlestick with its lamps and instruments 25. The altar of incense 29. The anointing oil and sweet incense Then he made the lampstand out of pure hammered gold The lampstand, or menorah, was crafted by Bezalel, a skilled artisan filled with the Spirit of God. The use of pure gold signifies the holiness and divine nature of the object, as gold is often associated with purity and deity in the Bible. The process of hammering the gold indicates the meticulous and careful work required, symbolizing the refinement and perfection expected in worship. Gold's durability and value reflect the eternal and priceless nature of God's presence. all of one piece its base and shaft its cups, and its buds and petals Persons / Places / Events 1. BezalelThe skilled craftsman chosen by God to construct the Tabernacle and its furnishings, including the lampstand. He was filled with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, understanding, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship (Exodus 31:1-5). 2. The Lampstand (Menorah) A significant piece of furniture in the Tabernacle, made of pure gold, symbolizing the light of God and His presence among His people. It was crafted with intricate detail, including branches and almond blossoms. 3. The Tabernacle The portable dwelling place for the presence of God among the Israelites during their journey through the wilderness. The lampstand was placed in the Holy Place, providing light. 4. Pure Gold Symbolizes purity, divinity, and the preciousness of God's presence. The use of pure gold for the lampstand underscores the holiness and sacredness of the items used in worship. 5. The Wilderness Journey The context in which the Tabernacle was constructed, representing the Israelites' journey from slavery in Egypt to the Promised Land, guided by God's presence. Teaching Points Symbol of Divine LightThe lampstand represents God's light and guidance. As believers, we are called to walk in the light of Christ, allowing His presence to illuminate our lives and guide our paths. Craftsmanship and Excellence Bezalel's work on the lampstand exemplifies the importance of using our God-given talents with excellence for His glory. We should strive to offer our best in service to God. Purity and Holiness The use of pure gold signifies the purity and holiness required in worship. We are reminded to approach God with pure hearts and to live lives set apart for His purposes. God's Presence in Our Journey Just as the lampstand provided light in the Tabernacle, God's presence provides light in our spiritual journey. We are encouraged to seek His guidance and remain in His presence. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Then he madeוַיַּ֥עַשׂ (way·ya·‘aś) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make the lampstand הַמְּנֹרָ֖ה (ham·mə·nō·rāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4501: A chandelier out of pure טָה֑וֹר (ṭā·hō·wr) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2889: Clean, pure hammered מִקְשָׁ֞ה (miq·šāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4749: Rounded work, moulded by hammering gold, זָהָ֣ב (zā·hāḇ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2091: Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky all of one piece: מִמֶּ֥נָּה (mim·men·nāh) Preposition | third person feminine singular Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of its base יְרֵכָ֣הּ (yə·rê·ḵāh) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 3409: Thigh,loin, flank, side and shaft, וְקָנָ֔הּ (wə·qā·nāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 7070: A reed, a, rod, shaft, tube, stem, the radius, beam its ornamental cups, גְּבִיעֶ֛יהָ (gə·ḇî·‘e·hā) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 1375: A goblet, the calyx of a, flower and its buds כַּפְתֹּרֶ֥יהָ (kap̄·tō·re·hā) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 3730: Capital, knob, bulb and petals. וּפְרָחֶ֖יהָ (ū·p̄ə·rā·ḥe·hā) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 6525: A calyx, bloom Links Exodus 37:17 NIVExodus 37:17 NLT Exodus 37:17 ESV Exodus 37:17 NASB Exodus 37:17 KJV Exodus 37:17 BibleApps.com Exodus 37:17 Biblia Paralela Exodus 37:17 Chinese Bible Exodus 37:17 French Bible Exodus 37:17 Catholic Bible OT Law: Exodus 37:17 He made the lampstand of pure gold (Exo. 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