Exodus 37:17
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 Version
And 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 Bible
He 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 Bible
And 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 1917
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.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And he made the candlestick which gives light, of gold;

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Context
The Lampstand
17Then 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.

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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














He also made
This phrase indicates the continuation of Bezalel's work, as he was the craftsman appointed by God to construct the Tabernacle and its furnishings. The Hebrew verb used here, "עשׂה" (asah), implies not just the act of making but also the skill and intentionality behind it. This reflects the divine inspiration and guidance Bezalel received, emphasizing the importance of craftsmanship in worship.

the lampstand
The lampstand, or "מנורה" (menorah) in Hebrew, is a significant symbol in the Tabernacle. It represents the light of God, His presence, and guidance. Historically, the menorah has been a symbol of Judaism and is deeply rooted in the religious and cultural identity of the Jewish people. Its design, as described in Exodus, was intricate and detailed, symbolizing the beauty and complexity of God's creation.

of pure gold
Gold, in biblical times, was a symbol of purity, divinity, and kingship. The use of "pure gold" signifies the holiness and sacredness of the lampstand. In the context of the Tabernacle, it underscores the value and preciousness of the items dedicated to God. The Hebrew word for gold, "זהב" (zahav), is often associated with divine attributes and heavenly splendor.

he made the lampstand
The repetition of the phrase emphasizes the importance of the lampstand in the Tabernacle. It was not just a functional item but a central piece in the holy place, symbolizing the light of God's presence among His people. The act of making it was a fulfillment of God's specific instructions, highlighting obedience and reverence in worship.

and all its utensils
The utensils, or "כלים" (kelim) in Hebrew, refer to the various tools and accessories associated with the lampstand, such as tongs and snuffers. These items were also crafted with care and precision, indicating that every aspect of worship was to be conducted with excellence and attention to detail. This reflects the comprehensive nature of worship, where even the smallest elements are significant.

from a talent of pure gold
A "talent" was a unit of weight used in ancient times, approximately 75 pounds or 34 kilograms. The use of a whole talent of gold for the lampstand and its utensils underscores the lavishness and dedication of resources for God's service. It reflects the principle of giving God the best of what we have, a theme consistent throughout Scripture. The Hebrew term "ככר" (kikkar) for talent also conveys the idea of completeness and abundance in offering to God.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Then he made
וַיַּ֥עַשׂ (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


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