Exodus 37:20
New International Version
And on the lampstand were four cups shaped like almond flowers with buds and blossoms.

New Living Translation
The center stem of the lampstand was crafted with four lamp cups shaped like almond blossoms, complete with buds and petals.

English Standard Version
And on the lampstand itself were four cups made like almond blossoms, with their calyxes and flowers,

Berean Standard Bible
And on the lampstand were four cups shaped like almond blossoms with buds and petals.

King James Bible
And in the candlestick were four bowls made like almonds, his knops, and his flowers:

New King James Version
And on the lampstand itself were four bowls made like almond blossoms, each with its ornamental knob and flower.

New American Standard Bible
And on the lampstand there were four cups shaped like almond blossoms, its bulbs and its flowers;

NASB 1995
In the lampstand there were four cups shaped like almond blossoms, its bulbs and its flowers;

NASB 1977
And in the lampstand there were four cups shaped like almond blossoms, its bulbs and its flowers;

Legacy Standard Bible
In the lampstand there were four cups shaped like almond blossoms, its bulbs and its flowers;

Amplified Bible
On the center shaft of the lampstand there were four cups shaped like almond blossoms, with calyxes and flowers [one at the top];

Christian Standard Bible
There were four cups shaped like almond blossoms on the lampstand shaft along with its buds and petals.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
On the lampstand shaft there were four cups shaped like almond blossoms with its calyxes and petals.

American Standard Version
And in the candlestick were four cups made like almond-blossoms, the knops thereof, and the flowers thereof;

Contemporary English Version
and four on the stem.

English Revised Version
And in the candlestick were four cups made like almond-blossoms, the knops thereof, and the flowers thereof:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The lamp stand itself had four flower cups shaped like almond blossoms, each with a bud and petals.

Good News Translation
The shaft of the lampstand had four decorative flowers shaped like almond blossoms with buds and petals.

International Standard Version
On the lamp stand itself there were four cups shaped like almond blossoms each with their calyxes and flowers.

Majority Standard Bible
And on the lampstand were four cups shaped like almond blossoms with buds and petals.

NET Bible
On the lampstand there were four cups shaped like almond flowers with buds and blossoms,

New Heart English Bible
In the lampstand were four cups made like almond blossoms, its buds and its flowers;

Webster's Bible Translation
And in the candlestick were four bowls made like almonds, its knobs, and its flowers:

World English Bible
In the lamp stand were four cups made like almond blossoms, its buds and its flowers;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And in the lampstand [are] four calyxes, made like almonds, its knobs, and its flowers,

Young's Literal Translation
And in the candlestick are four calyxes, made like almonds, its knops, and its flowers,

Smith's Literal Translation
And in the chandelier four bowls made like almonds, its chaplets and its flowers.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And in the shaft itself were four cups after the manner of a nut, and bowls withal at every one, and lilies:

Catholic Public Domain Version
Now on the shaft itself were four bowls, the size of a nut, and little spheres together with each one, and lilies,

New American Bible
On the menorah there were four cups, shaped like almond blossoms, with their knobs and petals.

New Revised Standard Version
On the lampstand itself there were four cups shaped like almond blossoms, each with its calyxes and petals.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And in the candlestick were four bowls fastened to it with their buds and flowers;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And on the lamp stand, four bowls joined and the fruits:
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And in the candlestick were four cups made like almond-blossoms, the knops thereof, and the flowers thereof;

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Lampstand
19There 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. 20And on the lampstand were four cups shaped like almond blossoms with buds and petals. 21A bud was under the first pair of branches that extended from the lampstand, a bud under the second pair, and a bud under the third pair.…

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. ...

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;

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.

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

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. ...

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.”

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.

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,

Isaiah 60:1-3
Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you. / For behold, darkness covers the earth, and thick darkness is over the peoples; but the LORD will rise upon you, and His glory will appear over you. / Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn.


Treasury of Scripture

And in the candlestick were four bowls made like almonds, his knops, and his flowers:

almonds

Exodus 25:33
Three bowls made like unto almonds, with a knop and a flower in one branch; and three bowls made like almonds in the other branch, with a knop and a flower: so in the six branches that come out of the candlestick.

Numbers 17:8
And it came to pass, that on the morrow Moses went into the tabernacle of witness; and, behold, the rod of Aaron for the house of Levi was budded, and brought forth buds, and bloomed blossoms, and yielded almonds.

Ecclesiastes 12:5
Also when they shall be afraid of that which is high, and fears shall be in the way, and the almond tree shall flourish, and the grasshopper shall be a burden, and desire shall fail: because man goeth to his long home, and the mourners go about the streets:

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Exodus 37
1. The ark and mercy seat with cherubim made
10. 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














On the lampstand
The lampstand, or menorah, is a significant symbol in the tabernacle, representing the light of God’s presence among His people. In Hebrew, the word for lampstand is "מְנוֹרָה" (menorah), which is derived from the root "נור" (nur), meaning "to shine" or "to give light." The menorah was crafted from a single piece of pure gold, signifying the purity and holiness of God. Its presence in the tabernacle served as a constant reminder of God’s guidance and illumination in the lives of the Israelites, much like the pillar of fire that led them through the wilderness.

there were four cups
The cups on the lampstand were designed to hold oil, which fueled the light. The number four in biblical numerology often represents completeness or universality. These cups were not merely functional but also symbolic, pointing to the abundance and completeness of God’s provision. The use of oil, often associated with anointing and the Holy Spirit, underscores the spiritual sustenance and empowerment that God provides to His people.

shaped like almond blossoms
The almond blossom is one of the first to bloom in the spring, symbolizing new life and resurrection. In Hebrew, the word for almond is "שָׁקֵד" (shaqed), which is related to the word "שָׁקַד" (shaqad), meaning "to watch" or "to be alert." This connection suggests that the lampstand, with its almond blossom design, serves as a reminder of God’s watchfulness and His readiness to bring forth new beginnings. The almond blossom motif also ties back to Aaron’s rod that budded, affirming God’s chosen leadership and His power to bring life from what seems dead.

with buds and petals
The inclusion of buds and petals in the design emphasizes the beauty and intricacy of God’s creation. In the context of the tabernacle, these details reflect the care and precision with which God instructed the Israelites to worship Him. The buds and petals can also be seen as a metaphor for spiritual growth and maturity, as believers are called to blossom and bear fruit in their faith. This imagery encourages Christians to cultivate their spiritual lives, allowing the Holy Spirit to nurture and develop their gifts and character.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
On the lampstand
וּבַמְּנֹרָ֖ה (ū·ḇam·mə·nō·rāh)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 4501: A chandelier

were four
אַרְבָּעָ֣ה (’ar·bā·‘āh)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 702: Four

cups
גְבִעִ֑ים (ḡə·ḇi·‘îm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 1375: A goblet, the calyx of a, flower

shaped like almond flowers
מְשֻׁ֨קָּדִ֔ים (mə·šuq·qā·ḏîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 8246: To be shaped like almonds

with buds
כַּפְתֹּרֶ֖יהָ (kap̄·tō·re·hā)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 3730: Capital, knob, bulb

and petals.
וּפְרָחֶֽיהָ׃ (ū·p̄ə·rā·ḥe·hā)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 6525: A calyx, bloom


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