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and three bowls made like almonds in another branch, a knop and a flower: so throughout the six branches going out of the candlestick. <a href="/nkjv/exodus/37.htm">New King James Version</a> There were three bowls made like almond blossoms on one branch, with an ornamental knob and a flower, and three bowls made like almond blossoms on the other branch, with an ornamental knob and a flower—and so for the six branches coming out of the lampstand. <a href="/nasb_/exodus/37.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> three cups shaped like almond blossoms, a bulb and a flower on one branch, and three cups shaped like almond blossoms, a bulb and a flower on the other branch—so for the six branches going out of the lampstand. <a href="/nasb/exodus/37.htm">NASB 1995</a> three cups shaped like almond blossoms, a bulb and a flower in one branch, and three cups shaped like almond blossoms, a bulb and a flower in the other branch— so for the six branches going out of the lampstand. <a href="/nasb77/exodus/37.htm">NASB 1977 </a> three cups shaped like almond blossoms, a bulb and a flower in one branch, and three cups shaped like almond blossoms, a bulb and a flower in the other branch—so for the six branches going out of the lampstand. <a href="/lsb/exodus/37.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> three cups shaped like almond blossoms, a bulb and a flower in one branch, and three cups shaped like almond blossoms, a bulb and a flower in the other branch—so for the six branches coming out of the lampstand. <a href="/amp/exodus/37.htm">Amplified Bible</a> three cups shaped like almond blossoms, a calyx and a flower in one branch, and three cups shaped like almond blossoms, a calyx and a flower in the opposite branch—so for the six branches coming out of the center shaft of the lampstand. <a href="/csb/exodus/37.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> There were three cups shaped like almond blossoms, each with a bud and petals, on one branch, and three cups shaped like almond blossoms, each with a bud and petals, on the next branch. It was this way for the six branches that extended from the lampstand. <a href="/hcsb/exodus/37.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> There were three cups shaped like almond blossoms, each with a calyx and petals, on the first branch, and three cups shaped like almond blossoms, each with a calyx and petals, on the next branch. It was this way for the six branches that extended from the lampstand. <a href="/asv/exodus/37.htm">American Standard Version</a> three cups made like almond-blossoms in one branch, a knop and a flower, and three cups made like almond-blossoms in the other branch, a knop and a flower: so for the six branches going out of the candlestick. <a href="/cev/exodus/37.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> There were three decorative almond blossoms on each branch <a href="/erv/exodus/37.htm">English Revised Version</a> three cups made like almond-blossoms in one branch, a knop and a flower; and three cups made like almond-blossoms in the other branch, a knop and a flower: so for the six branches going out of the candlestick. <a href="/gwt/exodus/37.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Each of the six branches coming out of the lamp stand had three flower cups shaped like almond blossoms, with buds and petals. <a href="/gnt/exodus/37.htm">Good News Translation</a> Each of the six branches had three decorative flowers shaped like almond blossoms with buds and petals. <a href="/isv/exodus/37.htm">International Standard Version</a> Three cups shaped like almond blossoms with calyxes and flowers were on one branch and three cups shaped like almond blossoms with calyxes and flowers were on the other branch, and so on for the six branches extending from the lamp stand. <a href="/msb/exodus/37.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> There 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. <a href="/net/exodus/37.htm">NET Bible</a> Three cups shaped like almond flowers with buds and blossoms were on the first branch, and three cups shaped like almond flowers with buds and blossoms were on the next branch, and the same for the six branches that were extending from the lampstand. <a href="/nheb/exodus/37.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> three cups made like almond blossoms in one branch, a bud and a flower, and three cups made like almond blossoms in the other branch, a bud and a flower: so for the six branches going out of the lampstand. <a href="/wbt/exodus/37.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Three bowls made after the fashion of almonds in one branch, a knob and a flower; and three bowls made like almonds in another branch, a knob and a flower: so throughout the six branches proceeding from the candlestick. <a href="/web/exodus/37.htm">World English Bible</a> three cups made like almond blossoms in one branch, a bud and a flower, and three cups made like almond blossoms in the other branch, a bud and a flower; so for the six branches going out of the lamp stand. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/exodus/37.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> three calyxes, made like almonds, in one branch, a knob and a flower; and three calyxes, made like almonds, in another branch, a knob and a flower; so for the six branches which are coming out of the lampstand. <a href="/ylt/exodus/37.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> three calyxes, made like almonds, in the one branch, a knop and a flower; and three calyxes, made like almonds, in another branch, a knop and a flower; so to the six branches which are coming out of the candlestick. <a href="/slt/exodus/37.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Three bowls made like almonds, in the one stem, a chaplet and a flower; and three bowls made like almonds, in one stem, a chaplet and a flower: thus for the six stems coming forth out of the chandelier.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/exodus/37.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Three cups in manner of a nut on each branch, and bowls withal and lilies; and three cups of the fashion of a nut in another branch, and bowls withal and lilies. The work of the six branches that went out from the shaft of the candlestick was equal. <a href="/cpdv/exodus/37.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Three bowls, the size of a nut, were on each branch, with little spheres and lilies, and three bowls, in the likeness of a nut, were on the other branch, with the little spheres together with the lilies. The workmanship of the six branches, which proceeded from the shaft of the lampstand, was equal. <a href="/nabre/exodus/37.htm">New American Bible</a> On one branch there were three cups, shaped like almond blossoms, each with its knob and petals; on the opposite branch there were three cups, shaped like almond blossoms, each with its knob and petals; and so for the six branches that extended from the menorah. <a href="/nrsvce/exodus/37.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> three cups shaped like almond blossoms, each with calyx and petals, on one branch, and three cups shaped like almond blossoms, each with calyx and petals, on the other branch—so for the six branches going out of the lampstand.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/exodus/37.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Three bowls were fastened on one shaft with their buds and flowers; and three bowls were fastened on another shaft with their buds and flowers; so, throughout the six branches going out of the candlestick. <a href="/hpbt/exodus/37.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> Three bowls fastened on one branch and its fruits and the lilies and three cups fastened on one branch and the fruits and lilies in this way in six branches coming out from it, from the lamp stand.<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/exodus/37.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> three cups made like almond-blossoms in one branch, a knop and a flower; and three cups made like almond-blossoms in the other branch, a knop and a flower. So for the six branches going out of the candlestick. <a href="/sep/exodus/37.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> and blossoms proceeding from its branches, three on this side, and three on the other, made equal to each other. <a href="/parallel/exodus/37-19.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kVae3PiKqhs?start=9867" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/exodus/37.htm">The Lampstand</a> …18Six branches extended from the sides, three on one side and three on the other. 19<a href="/hebrew/7969.htm" title="7969: šə·lō·šāh (Number-ms) -- A three, triad. Or shalosh; masculine shlowshah; or shloshah; a primitive number; three; occasionally third, or Thrice.">There were three</a> <a href="/hebrew/1375.htm" title="1375: ḡə·ḇi·‘îm (N-mp) -- A cup, bowl. From an unused root; a goblet; by analogy, the calyx of a flower.">cups</a> <a href="/hebrew/8246.htm" title="8246: mə·šuq·qā·ḏîm (N-mp) -- To be shaped like almonds. A denominative from shaqed; to be almond-shaped.">shaped like almond blossoms</a> <a href="/hebrew/259.htm" title="259: hā·’e·ḥāḏ (Art:: Number-ms) -- One. A numeral from 'achad; properly, united, i.e. One; or first.">on the first</a> <a href="/hebrew/7070.htm" title="7070: baq·qā·neh (Prep-b, Art:: N-ms) -- A stalk, reed. From qanah; a reed; by resemblance a rod, shaft, tube, stem, the radius, beam.">branch,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3730.htm" title="3730: kap̄·tōr (N-ms) -- Capital, knob, bulb. ">each with buds</a> <a href="/hebrew/6525.htm" title="6525: wā·p̄e·raḥ (Conj-w:: N-ms) -- A bud, sprout. From parach; a calyx; generally, bloom.">and petals,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7969.htm" title="7969: ū·šə·lō·šāh (Conj-w:: Number-ms) -- A three, triad. Or shalosh; masculine shlowshah; or shloshah; a primitive number; three; occasionally third, or Thrice.">three</a> <a href="/hebrew/1375.htm" title="1375: ḡə·ḇi·‘îm (N-mp) -- A cup, bowl. From an unused root; a goblet; by analogy, the calyx of a flower."></a> <a href="/hebrew/8246.htm" title="8246: mə·šuq·qā·ḏîm (N-mp) -- To be shaped like almonds. A denominative from shaqed; to be almond-shaped."></a> <a href="/hebrew/3730.htm" title="3730: kap̄·tōr (N-ms) -- Capital, knob, bulb. "></a> <a href="/hebrew/6525.htm" title="6525: wā·p̄ā·raḥ (Conj-w:: N-ms) -- A bud, sprout. From parach; a calyx; generally, bloom."></a> <a href="/hebrew/259.htm" title="259: ’e·ḥāḏ (Number-ms) -- One. A numeral from 'achad; properly, united, i.e. One; or first.">on the next</a> <a href="/hebrew/7070.htm" title="7070: bə·qā·neh (Prep-b:: N-ms) -- A stalk, reed. From qanah; a reed; by resemblance a rod, shaft, tube, stem, the radius, beam.">branch,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3651.htm" title="3651: kên (Adv) -- So, thus. From kuwn; properly, set upright; hence just; but usually rightly or so.">and the same</a> <a href="/hebrew/8337.htm" title="8337: lə·šê·šeṯ (Prep-l:: Number-msc) -- Masculine shishshah; a primitive number; six (see suws) beyond five or the fingers of the hand); as ord. Sixth.">for all six</a> <a href="/hebrew/7070.htm" title="7070: haq·qā·nîm (Art:: N-mp) -- A stalk, reed. From qanah; a reed; by resemblance a rod, shaft, tube, stem, the radius, beam.">branches</a> <a href="/hebrew/3318.htm" title="3318: hay·yō·ṣə·’îm (Art:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-mp) -- A primitive root; to go out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim.">that extended</a> <a href="/hebrew/4480.htm" title="4480: min- (Prep) -- From. Or minniy; or minney; for men; properly, a part of; hence, from or out of in many senses.">from</a> <a href="/hebrew/4501.htm" title="4501: ham·mə·nō·rāh (Art:: N-fs) -- A lampstand. Or mnorah; feminine of manowr; a chandelier.">the lampstand.</a> 20And on the lampstand were four cups shaped like almond blossoms with buds and petals.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/1_kings/6-18.htm">1 Kings 6:18</a> The cedar paneling inside the temple was carved with gourds and open flowers. Everything was cedar; not a stone could be seen. <a href="/1_kings/7-49.htm">1 Kings 7:49</a> 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; <a href="/2_chronicles/4-21.htm">2 Chronicles 4:21</a> the flowers, lamps, and tongs of gold—of purest gold; <a href="/numbers/8-4.htm">Numbers 8:4</a> 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. <a href="/exodus/25-31.htm">Exodus 25:31-40</a> 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. ... <a href="/zechariah/4-2.htm">Zechariah 4:2</a> “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. <a href="/revelation/1-12.htm">Revelation 1:12-13</a> 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. <a href="/revelation/1-20.htm">Revelation 1:20</a> 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. <a href="/revelation/2-1.htm">Revelation 2:1</a> “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. <a href="/hebrews/9-2.htm">Hebrews 9:2</a> A tabernacle was prepared. In its first room were the lampstand, the table, and the consecrated bread. This was called the Holy Place. <a href="/john/8-12.htm">John 8:12</a> 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.” <a href="/matthew/5-14.htm">Matthew 5:14-16</a> 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. <a href="/psalms/119-105.htm">Psalm 119:105</a> Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. <a href="/isaiah/42-6.htm">Isaiah 42:6</a> “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, <a href="/isaiah/60-1.htm">Isaiah 60:1</a> Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Three bowls made after the fashion of almonds in one branch, a bud and a flower; and three bowls made like almonds in another branch, a bud and a flower: so throughout the six branches going out of the candlestick.no reference <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/exodus/25-34.htm">Almond</a> <a href="/exodus/25-34.htm">Almond-Blossoms</a> <a href="/exodus/25-34.htm">Almonds</a> <a href="/exodus/37-17.htm">Blossoms</a> <a href="/exodus/37-17.htm">Bowls</a> <a href="/exodus/37-17.htm">Branch</a> <a href="/exodus/37-18.htm">Branches</a> <a href="/exodus/25-35.htm">Bud</a> <a href="/exodus/37-17.htm">Buds</a> <a href="/exodus/25-35.htm">Bulb</a> <a href="/exodus/37-18.htm">Candlestick</a> <a href="/exodus/37-17.htm">Cups</a> <a href="/exodus/32-4.htm">Fashion</a> <a href="/exodus/28-36.htm">Flower</a> <a href="/exodus/37-17.htm">Flowers</a> <a href="/exodus/25-35.htm">Knop</a> <a href="/exodus/37-18.htm">Lampstand</a> <a href="/exodus/37-18.htm">Proceeding</a> <a href="/exodus/25-34.htm">Shaped</a> <a href="/exodus/37-18.htm">Six</a> <a href="/exodus/37-18.htm">Three</a> <a href="/exodus/36-6.htm">Throughout</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/exodus/37-20.htm">Almond</a> <a href="/exodus/37-20.htm">Almond-Blossoms</a> <a href="/exodus/37-20.htm">Almonds</a> <a href="/exodus/37-20.htm">Blossoms</a> <a href="/exodus/37-20.htm">Bowls</a> <a href="/exodus/37-21.htm">Branch</a> <a href="/exodus/37-21.htm">Branches</a> <a href="/exodus/37-21.htm">Bud</a> <a href="/exodus/37-20.htm">Buds</a> <a href="/exodus/37-21.htm">Bulb</a> <a href="/exodus/37-20.htm">Candlestick</a> <a href="/exodus/37-20.htm">Cups</a> <a href="/1_kings/5-18.htm">Fashion</a> <a href="/exodus/39-30.htm">Flower</a> <a href="/exodus/37-20.htm">Flowers</a> <a href="/exodus/37-21.htm">Knop</a> <a href="/exodus/37-20.htm">Lampstand</a> <a href="/exodus/37-21.htm">Proceeding</a> <a href="/exodus/37-20.htm">Shaped</a> <a href="/exodus/37-21.htm">Six</a> <a href="/exodus/38-1.htm">Three</a> <a href="/exodus/40-15.htm">Throughout</a><div class="vheading2">Exodus 37</div>1. <a href="/exodus/37-1.htm">The ark and mercy seat with cherubim made</a> 10. <a href="/exodus/37-10.htm">The table of showbread with its vessels</a> 17. <a href="/exodus/37-17.htm">The candlestick with its lamps and instruments</a> 25. <a href="/exodus/37-25.htm">The altar of incense</a> 29. <a href="/exodus/37-29.htm">The anointing oil and sweet incense</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/exodus/37.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/exodus/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/exodus/37.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>There were three cups shaped like almond blossoms on the first branch The almond blossom is significant in biblical symbolism, often representing watchfulness and the fulfillment of God's promises. The almond tree is one of the first to bloom in Israel, signaling the coming of spring. This imagery is used in <a href="/jeremiah/1-11.htm">Jeremiah 1:11-12</a>, where God uses the almond branch to symbolize His active watching over His word to perform it. The almond blossoms on the lampstand may also symbolize the light of God's presence and His vigilance over His people.each with buds and petals The detailed description of buds and petals emphasizes the beauty and intricacy of the lampstand, reflecting the care and precision in God's instructions for the tabernacle's construction. This attention to detail signifies the importance of worship and the sacredness of the space where God would dwell among His people. The buds and petals can also be seen as a representation of life and growth, pointing to the life-giving presence of God.three on the next branch The repetition of the design on each branch highlights the uniformity and orderliness of God's creation. The number three is often associated with completeness and divine perfection in the Bible, seen in the Trinity and other scriptural instances. This repetition underscores the perfection and holiness required in the worship of God.and the same for all six branches that extended from the lampstand The lampstand, or menorah, with its six branches plus the central shaft, totals seven lamps, a number symbolizing completeness and divine perfection. The menorah served as a source of light in the tabernacle, representing God's eternal light and presence among His people. The design of the lampstand, with its branches and almond blossoms, can be seen as a type of Christ, who is the light of the world (<a href="/john/8-12.htm">John 8:12</a>). The menorah's light points to the illumination and guidance provided by God, fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who brings spiritual light and life to humanity.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/b/bezalel.htm">Bezalel</a> The skilled craftsman chosen by God to construct the Tabernacle and its furnishings, including the lampstand. 2. <a href="/topical/t/tabernacle.htm">Tabernacle</a> The portable dwelling place for the presence of God among the Israelites during their journey through the wilderness. 3. <a href="/topical/l/lampstand.htm">Lampstand (Menorah)</a> A sacred object in the Tabernacle, symbolizing the light of God and His presence among His people. 4. <a href="/topical/a/almond_blossoms.htm">Almond Blossoms</a> A design element on the lampstand, symbolizing watchfulness and the awakening of life. 5. <a href="/topical/i/israelites.htm">Israelites</a> The people of God, for whom the Tabernacle was constructed as a place of worship and divine encounter.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/s/symbolism_of_light.htm">Symbolism of Light</a> The lampstand represents God's presence and guidance. Just as the lampstand illuminated the Tabernacle, God's Word and Spirit illuminate our lives. <a href="/topical/d/divine_craftsmanship.htm">Divine Craftsmanship</a> Bezalel's work on the lampstand reflects the importance of using our God-given talents for His glory. We are called to be diligent and faithful in our service to God. <a href="/topical/w/watchfulness_and_readiness.htm">Watchfulness and Readiness</a> The almond blossoms symbolize watchfulness. As believers, we are called to be spiritually alert and ready for Christ's return. <a href="/topical/u/unity_in_diversity.htm">Unity in Diversity</a> The six branches of the lampstand, each with its unique design, illustrate the unity and diversity within the body of Christ. We are all different but part of one body, serving one purpose. <a href="/topical/c/christ_as_the_light.htm">Christ as the Light</a> The lampstand points to Jesus as the ultimate source of light and life. We are called to reflect His light in a dark world.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_exodus_37.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Exodus 37</a> <a href="/q/can_one_gold_talent_make_a_detailed_lampstand.htm">Exodus 37:17-24: Could a single gold talent realistically be fashioned into a single lampstand with six branches and intricate decorations as described?</a> <a href="/q/how_did_nomads_craft_gold_cherubim.htm">Exodus 37:1-9: How could ancient desert nomads craft such detailed cherubim from pure gold with the tools and resources supposedly available?</a> <a href="/q/could_israelites_keep_lamps_burning_always.htm">How historically feasible was it for the Israelites to keep the lamps burning continually (Leviticus 24:2) given their technological limitations?</a> <a href="/q/what's_the_lampstand's_biblical_meaning.htm">What is the biblical significance of the lampstand?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/exodus/37.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(19) Another branch.--A right translation--an improvement on "the other branch" of <a href="/exodus/25-33.htm" title="Three bowls made like to almonds, with a bud and a flower in one branch; and three bowls made like almonds in the other branch, with a bud and a flower: so in the six branches that come out of the candlestick.">Exodus 25:33</a>. The meaning is that there was the same style of ornamentation in all the branches. <a href="/commentaries/exodus/37-19.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>There were three שְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה (šə·lō·šāh) Number - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7969.htm">Strong's 7969: </a> Three, third, thrice cups גְ֠בִעִים (ḡə·ḇi·‘îm) Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1375.htm">Strong's 1375: </a> A goblet, the calyx of a, flower shaped like almond blossoms מְֽשֻׁקָּדִ֞ים (mə·šuq·qā·ḏîm) Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_8246.htm">Strong's 8246: </a> To be shaped like almonds on the first הָאֶחָד֮ (hā·’e·ḥāḏ) Article | Number - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_259.htm">Strong's 259: </a> United, one, first branch, בַּקָּנֶ֣ה (baq·qā·neh) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7070.htm">Strong's 7070: </a> A reed, a, rod, shaft, tube, stem, the radius, beam each with buds כַּפְתֹּ֣ר (kap̄·tōr) Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3730.htm">Strong's 3730: </a> Capital, knob, bulb and petals, וָפֶרַח֒ (wā·p̄e·raḥ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6525.htm">Strong's 6525: </a> A calyx, bloom three וּשְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה (ū·šə·lō·šāh) Conjunctive waw | Number - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7969.htm">Strong's 7969: </a> Three, third, thrice on the next אֶחָ֖ד (’e·ḥāḏ) Number - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_259.htm">Strong's 259: </a> United, one, first branch, בְּקָנֶ֥ה (bə·qā·neh) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7070.htm">Strong's 7070: </a> A reed, a, rod, shaft, tube, stem, the radius, beam and the same כֵּ֚ן (kên) Adverb <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3651.htm">Strong's 3651: </a> So -- thus for all six לְשֵׁ֣שֶׁת (lə·šê·šeṯ) Preposition-l | Number - masculine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_8337.htm">Strong's 8337: </a> Six (a cardinal number) branches הַקָּנִ֔ים (haq·qā·nîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7070.htm">Strong's 7070: </a> A reed, a, rod, shaft, tube, stem, the radius, beam that extended הַיֹּצְאִ֖ים (hay·yō·ṣə·’îm) Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3318.htm">Strong's 3318: </a> To go, bring, out, direct and proxim from מִן־ (min-) Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4480.htm">Strong's 4480: </a> A part of, from, out of the lampstand. הַמְּנֹרָֽה׃ (ham·mə·nō·rāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4501.htm">Strong's 4501: </a> A chandelier <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/exodus/37-19.htm">Exodus 37:19 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/exodus/37-19.htm">Exodus 37:19 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/exodus/37-19.htm">Exodus 37:19 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/exodus/37-19.htm">Exodus 37:19 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/exodus/37-19.htm">Exodus 37:19 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/exodus/37-19.htm">Exodus 37:19 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/exodus/37-19.htm">Exodus 37:19 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/exodus/37-19.htm">Exodus 37:19 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/exodus/37-19.htm">Exodus 37:19 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/exodus/37-19.htm">Exodus 37:19 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/exodus/37-19.htm">OT Law: Exodus 37:19 Three cups made like almond blossoms (Exo. 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