Exodus 37:24
New International Version
They made the lampstand and all its accessories from one talent of pure gold.

New Living Translation
The entire lampstand, along with its accessories, was made from 75 pounds of pure gold.

English Standard Version
He made it and all its utensils out of a talent of pure gold.

Berean Standard Bible
He made the lampstand and all its utensils from a talent of pure gold.

King James Bible
Of a talent of pure gold made he it, and all the vessels thereof.

New King James Version
Of a talent of pure gold he made it, with all its utensils.

New American Standard Bible
He made it and all its utensils from a talent of pure gold.

NASB 1995
He made it and all its utensils from a talent of pure gold.

NASB 1977
He made it and all its utensils from a talent of pure gold.

Legacy Standard Bible
He made it and all its utensils from a talent of pure gold.

Amplified Bible
He made the lampstand and all its utensils from a talent of pure gold.

Christian Standard Bible
He made it and all its utensils of seventy-five pounds of pure gold.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
He made it and all its utensils of 75 pounds of pure gold.

American Standard Version
Of a talent of pure gold made he it, and all the vessels thereof.

English Revised Version
Of a talent of pure gold made he it, and all the vessels thereof.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The lamp stand and all the utensils were made out of 75 pounds of pure gold.

Good News Translation
He used seventy-five pounds of pure gold to make the lampstand and all its equipment.

International Standard Version
He made it and all of its furnishings from a talent of pure gold.

Majority Standard Bible
He made the lampstand and all its utensils from a talent of pure gold.

NET Bible
He made the lampstand and all its accessories with seventy-five pounds of pure gold.

New Heart English Bible
He made it of a talent of pure gold, with all its vessels.

Webster's Bible Translation
Of a talent of pure gold he made it, and all its vessels.

World English Bible
He made it of a talent of pure gold, with all its vessels.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
he has made it of a talent of pure gold, and with all its vessels.

Young's Literal Translation
of a talent of pure gold he hath made it, and all its vessels.

Smith's Literal Translation
A talent of pure gold he made it and all its vessels.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The candlestick with all the vessels thereof weighed a talent of gold.

Catholic Public Domain Version
The lampstand with all its vessels weighed a talent of gold.

New American Bible
A talent of pure gold was used for the menorah and its various utensils.

New Revised Standard Version
He made it and all its utensils of a talent of pure gold.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Of a talent of pure gold he made it, and all its vessels.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
From a talent of pure gold he made it, it and all its implements.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Of a talent of pure gold made he it, and all the vessels thereof.

Brenton Septuagint Translation


Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Lampstand
23He also made its seven lamps, its wick trimmers, and trays of pure gold. 24He made the lampstand and all its utensils from a talent of pure gold.

Cross References
Exodus 25:31-39
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 7:48-50
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; / 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; / the pure gold basins, wick trimmers, sprinkling bowls, ladles, and censers; and the gold hinges for the doors of the inner temple (that is, the Most Holy Place) as well as for the doors of the main hall of the temple.

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 4:19-22
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; / the lampstands of pure gold and their lamps, to burn in front of the inner sanctuary as prescribed; / the flowers, lamps, and tongs of gold—of purest gold; ...

Hebrews 9:2-4
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.

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.

1 Kings 10:21
All King Solomon’s drinking cups were gold, and all the utensils of the House of the Forest of Lebanon were pure gold. There was no silver, because it was accounted as nothing in the days of Solomon.

2 Chronicles 9:20
All King Solomon’s drinking cups were gold, and all the utensils of the House of the Forest of Lebanon were pure gold. There was no silver, because it was accounted as nothing in the days of Solomon.

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.

Revelation 21:23
And the city has no need of sun or moon to shine on it, because the glory of God illuminates the city, and the Lamb is its lamp.

Revelation 22:5
There will be no more night in the city, and they will have no need for the light of a lamp or of the sun. For the Lord God will shine on them, and they will reign forever and ever.


Treasury of Scripture

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Exodus 37
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10. The table of showbread with its vessels
17. The candlestick with its lamps and instruments
25. The altar of incense
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He made
This phrase refers to Bezalel, the skilled craftsman chosen by God to construct the Tabernacle and its furnishings. The Hebrew root for "made" is עָשָׂה (asah), which means to do, fashion, or accomplish. This emphasizes the intentional and skillful work involved in creating the lampstand, reflecting the divine inspiration and guidance Bezalel received. It serves as a reminder of the importance of using our God-given talents for His glory.

the lampstand
The lampstand, or menorah, is a significant symbol in the Tabernacle, representing the light of God’s presence among His people. The Hebrew word for lampstand is מְנוֹרָה (menorah), which is derived from the root נֵר (ner), meaning lamp or light. The menorah's design, with its seven branches, signifies completeness and perfection, pointing to the divine light that guides and sustains the faithful. It also foreshadows Christ as the Light of the World, illuminating the path to salvation.

and all its utensils
This phrase encompasses the various tools and accessories associated with the lampstand, such as tongs and trays. The Hebrew word for utensils is כֵּלִים (kelim), which can also mean vessels or instruments. These items were crafted with precision and care, highlighting the meticulous attention to detail required in worship. They symbolize the readiness and preparation necessary for serving God, reminding believers to approach Him with reverence and dedication.

from a talent
A talent is a unit of weight used in ancient times, approximately 75 pounds or 34 kilograms. The Hebrew word for talent is כִּכָּר (kikkar), which also means a round loaf or circle, indicating the substantial amount of material used. This reflects the lavishness and generosity in the offerings made for the Tabernacle, encouraging believers to give abundantly and willingly to the work of God.

of pure gold
Gold, in its purest form, is a symbol of divinity, purity, and value. The Hebrew word for pure is טָהוֹר (tahor), meaning clean or unadulterated. The use of pure gold for the lampstand and its utensils signifies the holiness and perfection required in the presence of God. It serves as a reminder of the sanctity of worship and the call for believers to purify their hearts and lives as they serve the Lord. The gold's brilliance and worth also point to the eternal glory and majesty of God, inspiring awe and reverence in His presence.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
He made
עָשָׂ֣ה (‘ā·śāh)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6213: To do, make

[the lampstand]
אֹתָ֑הּ (’ō·ṯāh)
Direct object marker | third person feminine singular
Strong's 853: Untranslatable mark of the accusative case

and all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

its utensils
כֵּלֶֽיהָ׃ (kê·le·hā)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 3627: Something prepared, any apparatus

from a talent
כִּכָּ֛ר (kik·kār)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 3603: A round, a round district, a round loaf, a round weight, a talent (a measure of weight or money)

of pure
טָה֖וֹר (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


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