Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The buds and the branches were all of one piece with the lampstand, hammered out of pure gold. New Living Translation The almond buds and branches were all of one piece with the center stem, and they were hammered from pure gold. English Standard Version Their calyxes and their branches were of one piece with it. The whole of it was a single piece of hammered work of pure gold. Berean Standard Bible The buds and branches were all of one piece with the lampstand, hammered out of pure gold. King James Bible Their knops and their branches were of the same: all of it was one beaten work of pure gold. New King James Version Their knobs and their branches were of one piece; all of it was one hammered piece of pure gold. New American Standard Bible Their bulbs and their branches were of one piece with it; the whole of it was a single hammered work of pure gold. NASB 1995 Their bulbs and their branches were of one piece with it; the whole of it was a single hammered work of pure gold. NASB 1977 Their bulbs and their branches were of one piece with it; the whole of it was a single hammered work of pure gold. Legacy Standard Bible Their bulbs and their branches were of one piece with it; the whole of it was a single hammered work of pure gold. Amplified Bible Their calyxes and their branches were of one piece with it; all of it was a single hammered work of pure gold. Christian Standard Bible Their buds and branches were of one piece with it. All of it was a single hammered piece of pure gold. Holman Christian Standard Bible Their calyxes and branches were of one piece. All of it was a single hammered piece of pure gold. American Standard Version Their knops and their branches were of one piece with it: the whole of it was one beaten work of pure gold. Contemporary English Version The lampstand, including its branches and decorative flowers, was made from a single piece of hammered pure gold. English Revised Version Their knops and their branches were of one piece with it: the whole of it was one beaten work of pure gold. GOD'S WORD® Translation The buds and branches were hammered out of the same piece of pure gold as the lamp stand. Good News Translation The buds, the branches, and the lampstand were a single piece of pure hammered gold. International Standard Version Their calyxes and their branches were of one piece with it, all of it was of one piece of hammered work of pure gold. NET Bible Their buds and their branches were of one piece; all of it was one hammered piece of pure gold. New Heart English Bible Their buds and their branches were of one piece with it. The whole thing was one beaten work of pure gold. Webster's Bible Translation Their knobs and their branches were of the same: all of it was one beaten work of pure gold. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe buds and branches were all of one piece with the lampstand, hammered out of pure gold. World English Bible Their buds and their branches were of one piece with it. The whole thing was one beaten work of pure gold. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versiontheir knobs and their branches have been of the same; all of it one beaten work of pure gold. Young's Literal Translation their knops and their branches have been of the same; all of it one beaten work of pure gold. Smith's Literal Translation Their chaplets and their stems were out of it: all of it a turned work of pure gold. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleSo both the bowls, and the branches were of the same, all beaten work of the purest gold. Catholic Public Domain Version Thus, both the little spheres and the branches were from the same thing: all hand-worked from the purest gold. New American Bible The knobs and branches so sprang from it that the whole formed but a single piece of pure beaten gold. New Revised Standard Version Their calyxes and their branches were of one piece with it, the whole of it one hammered piece of pure gold. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTheir buds and branches were of the same; all of it was one piece of molten work of pure gold. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And its fruits and the branches of it were all one molten work of pure gold. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Their knops and their branches were of one piece with it; the whole of it was one beaten work of pure gold. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Lampstand…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. 22The buds and branches were all of one piece with the lampstand, hammered out of pure gold. 23He also made its seven lamps, its wick trimmers, and trays of pure gold.… 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 4:20 the lampstands of pure gold and their lamps, to burn in front of the inner sanctuary as prescribed; 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. 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. Revelation 11:4 These witnesses are the two olive trees and the two lampstands that stand before the Lord of the earth. Exodus 26:35 And place the table outside the veil on the north side of the tabernacle, and put the lampstand opposite the table, on the south side. Leviticus 24:4 He shall tend the lamps on the pure gold lampstand before the LORD continually. 1 Samuel 3:3 Before the lamp of God had gone out, Samuel was lying down in the temple of the LORD, where the ark of God was located. 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. Psalm 119:105 Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. Treasury of Scripture Their knops and their branches were of the same: all of it was one beaten work of pure gold. were Exodus 25:31 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. 1 Corinthians 9:27 But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway. Colossians 3:5 Mortify therefore your members which are upon the earth; fornication, uncleanness, inordinate affection, evil concupiscence, and covetousness, which is idolatry: beaten work Psalm 51:17 The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise. Isaiah 5:4,5,10 What could have been done more to my vineyard, that I have not done in it? wherefore, when I looked that it should bring forth grapes, brought it forth wild grapes? … Jump to Previous Beaten Best Branches Buds Bulbs Capitals Complete Gold Hammered Knobs Knops Lampstand Metal Piece Pure Single Together Whole WorkJump to Next Beaten Best Branches Buds Bulbs Capitals Complete Gold Hammered Knobs Knops Lampstand Metal Piece Pure Single Together Whole 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 The buds and branches This phrase refers to the intricate design of the lampstand, or menorah, which was crafted with almond blossoms, buds, and branches. The almond tree is one of the first to bloom in Israel, symbolizing watchfulness and awakening. The design reflects the beauty and order of God's creation, as well as the care and precision required in worship. The branches also symbolize the unity and interconnectedness of the people of God, as seen in the imagery of the vine and branches in John 15:5. were all of one piece with the lampstand hammered out of pure gold Persons / Places / Events 1. BezalelThe chief artisan appointed 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. Tabernacle The portable dwelling place for the presence of God among the Israelites during their journey through the wilderness. It was a central place of worship and sacrifice. 3. Lampstand (Menorah) A seven-branched lampstand made of pure gold, symbolizing the light of God and His presence. It was placed in the Holy Place of the Tabernacle. 4. Pure Gold Represents the purity and holiness required in the worship of God. The use of pure gold signifies the value and sacredness of the items used in the Tabernacle. 5. Hammered Work The process of crafting the lampstand from a single piece of gold, symbolizing unity and the intricate work of God in creation and in His people. Teaching Points Unity in ChristJust as the lampstand was made of one piece, believers are called to be united in Christ, reflecting His light in the world. Purity and Holiness The use of pure gold in the lampstand reminds us of the call to live holy lives, set apart for God's purposes. God's Craftsmanship The intricate design of the lampstand reflects God's attention to detail and His craftsmanship in our lives. We are His workmanship, created for good works. Light of the World As the lampstand illuminated the Tabernacle, we are called to be lights in the world, shining the truth and love of Christ to those around us. Symbolism of Light Light is a powerful symbol of God's presence, guidance, and truth. We are encouraged to walk in the light and reject the darkness of sin. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Exodus 37What does the menorah symbolize? What is the biblical significance of the lampstand? Exodus 37:17-24: Could a single gold talent realistically be fashioned into a single lampstand with six branches and intricate decorations as described? Acts 17:29 - If God is beyond images and idols, how do Old Testament instructions for sacred objects not contradict Paul's teaching here? Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The 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 were הָי֑וּ (hā·yū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common 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 [with the lampstand], מִמֶּ֣נָּה (mim·men·nāh) Preposition | third person feminine singular Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of which was a single 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 piece of pure 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 37:22 NIVExodus 37:22 NLT Exodus 37:22 ESV Exodus 37:22 NASB Exodus 37:22 KJV Exodus 37:22 BibleApps.com Exodus 37:22 Biblia Paralela Exodus 37:22 Chinese Bible Exodus 37:22 French Bible Exodus 37:22 Catholic Bible OT Law: Exodus 37:22 Their buds and their branches were (Exo. 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