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Exodus 25:33

Exodus 25:33 in Multiple Translations

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.

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.

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:

Every branch having three cups made like almond flowers, every cup with a bud and a flower, on all the branches.

Have three cups shaped like almond flowers on the first branch, each with buds and petals, three on the next branch. Each of six branches that come out will have three cups shaped like almond flowers, all complete with buds and petals.

Three boules like vnto almondes, one knop and one floure in one braunch: and three boules like almondes in the other branch, one knop and one floure: so throughout the sixe branches that come out of the Candlesticke.

three calyxes made like almonds in the one branch, a knop and a flower, and three calyxes made like almonds in one branch, a knop and a flower; so for the six branches which are coming out from the candlestick.

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;

Three bowls made like to almonds, with a knob and a flower in one branch; and three bowls made like almonds in the other branch, with a knob and a flower: so in the six branches that project from the candlestick.

Three cups as it were nuts to every branch, and a bowl withal, and a lily; and three cups, likewise of the fashion of nuts in the other branch, and a bowl withal, and a lily. Such shall be the work of the six branches, that are to come out from the shaft:

Each of the branches is to have on it three gold decorations that will look like almond blossoms. These decorations must also have flower buds and flower petals.

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Exodus 25:33 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB שְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה גְ֠בִעִים מְֽשֻׁקָּדִ֞ים בַּ/קָּנֶ֣ה הָ/אֶחָד֮ כַּפְתֹּ֣ר וָ/פֶרַח֒ וּ/שְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה גְבִעִ֗ים מְשֻׁקָּדִ֛ים בַּ/קָּנֶ֥ה הָ/אֶחָ֖ד כַּפְתֹּ֣ר וָ/פָ֑רַח כֵּ֚ן לְ/שֵׁ֣שֶׁת הַ/קָּנִ֔ים הַ/יֹּצְאִ֖ים מִן הַ/מְּנֹרָֽה
שְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה shâlôwsh H7969 three Adj
גְ֠בִעִים gᵉbîyaʻ H1375 cup N-mp
מְֽשֻׁקָּדִ֞ים shâqad H8246 be almond shaped V-Pual-Inf-c
בַּ/קָּנֶ֣ה qâneh H7070 branch Prep | N-ms
הָ/אֶחָד֮ ʼechâd H259 one Art | Adj
כַּפְתֹּ֣ר kaphtôr H3730 capital N-ms
וָ/פֶרַח֒ perach H6525 flower Conj | N-ms
וּ/שְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה shâlôwsh H7969 three Conj | Adj
גְבִעִ֗ים gᵉbîyaʻ H1375 cup N-mp
מְשֻׁקָּדִ֛ים shâqad H8246 be almond shaped V-Pual-Inf-c
בַּ/קָּנֶ֥ה qâneh H7070 branch Prep | N-ms
הָ/אֶחָ֖ד ʼechâd H259 one Art | Adj
כַּפְתֹּ֣ר kaphtôr H3730 capital N-ms
וָ/פָ֑רַח perach H6525 flower Conj | N-ms
כֵּ֚ן kên H3651 right Part
לְ/שֵׁ֣שֶׁת shêsh H8337 six Prep | Adj
הַ/קָּנִ֔ים qâneh H7070 branch Art | N-mp
הַ/יֹּצְאִ֖ים yâtsâʼ H3318 to come out Art | V-Qal
מִן min H4480 from Prep
הַ/מְּנֹרָֽה mᵉnôwrâh H4501 lampstand Art | N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 25:33

שְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה shâlôwsh H7969 "three" Adj
This Hebrew word means three or thrice, and is used to describe quantities or repetitions in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including three, third, and thirteen.
Definition: 1) three, triad 1a) 3, 300, third Aramaic equivalent: te.lat (תְּלָת "three" H8532)
Usage: Occurs in 381 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] fork, [phrase] often(-times), third, thir(-teen, -teenth), three, [phrase] thrice. Compare H7991 (שָׁלִישׁ). See also: Genesis 5:22; Joshua 1:11; 2 Kings 9:32.
גְ֠בִעִים gᵉbîyaʻ H1375 "cup" N-mp
This word means a cup or goblet, also referring to the calyx of a flower. In the Bible, it is used to describe a container or vessel. The term is used in various contexts, including everyday life and rituals.
Definition: cup, bowl
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: house, cup, pot. See also: Genesis 44:2; Exodus 25:33; Jeremiah 35:5.
מְֽשֻׁקָּדִ֞ים shâqad H8246 "be almond shaped" V-Pual-Inf-c
In the Bible, this word describes something shaped like an almond, often used to describe cups or objects in the Temple. It appears in Exodus and Jeremiah, describing items used in worship. The almond shape was significant in ancient Israelite design.
Definition: (Pual) cups shaped like almond blossoms (participle)
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: make like (unto, after the fashion of) almonds. See also: Exodus 25:33; Exodus 37:19; Exodus 37:20.
בַּ/קָּנֶ֣ה qâneh H7070 "branch" Prep | N-ms
This word describes a branch or reed, and is used to represent measurement, strength, or support. In the Bible, it is used to describe objects like the rod of a steelyard or the branches of a lampstand.
Definition: : branch 1) reed, stalk, bone, balances 1a) stalk 1b) water-plant, reed 1c) calamus (aromatic reed) 1d) derived meanings 1d1) measuring-rod 1d2) reed (as unit of measure-6 cubits) 1d3) beam (of scales-for scales themselves) 1d4) shaft (of lampstand) 1d5) branches (of lampstand) 1d6) shoulder-joint
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: balance, bone, branch, calamus, cane, reed, [idiom] spearman, stalk. See also: Genesis 41:5; Isaiah 19:6; Psalms 68:31.
הָ/אֶחָד֮ ʼechâd H259 "one" Art | Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
כַּפְתֹּ֣ר kaphtôr H3730 "capital" N-ms
A capital or knob, referring to the top of a column or a decorative bulb. In the Bible, it describes the design of the candelabrum in Exodus.
Definition: 1) bulb, knob, capital, capital of a pillar 1a) knob, bulb (as ornament) 1b) capital (of a pillar)
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: knop, (upper) lintel. See also: Exodus 25:31; Exodus 37:19; Zephaniah 2:14.
וָ/פֶרַח֒ perach H6525 "flower" Conj | N-ms
A flower or blossom, this word describes the bloom of a plant. It can also mean a bud or sprout, symbolizing new life and growth in the Bible.
Definition: bud, sprout
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: blossom, bud, flower. See also: Exodus 25:31; Numbers 17:23; Isaiah 5:24.
וּ/שְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה shâlôwsh H7969 "three" Conj | Adj
This Hebrew word means three or thrice, and is used to describe quantities or repetitions in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including three, third, and thirteen.
Definition: 1) three, triad 1a) 3, 300, third Aramaic equivalent: te.lat (תְּלָת "three" H8532)
Usage: Occurs in 381 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] fork, [phrase] often(-times), third, thir(-teen, -teenth), three, [phrase] thrice. Compare H7991 (שָׁלִישׁ). See also: Genesis 5:22; Joshua 1:11; 2 Kings 9:32.
גְבִעִ֗ים gᵉbîyaʻ H1375 "cup" N-mp
This word means a cup or goblet, also referring to the calyx of a flower. In the Bible, it is used to describe a container or vessel. The term is used in various contexts, including everyday life and rituals.
Definition: cup, bowl
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: house, cup, pot. See also: Genesis 44:2; Exodus 25:33; Jeremiah 35:5.
מְשֻׁקָּדִ֛ים shâqad H8246 "be almond shaped" V-Pual-Inf-c
In the Bible, this word describes something shaped like an almond, often used to describe cups or objects in the Temple. It appears in Exodus and Jeremiah, describing items used in worship. The almond shape was significant in ancient Israelite design.
Definition: (Pual) cups shaped like almond blossoms (participle)
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: make like (unto, after the fashion of) almonds. See also: Exodus 25:33; Exodus 37:19; Exodus 37:20.
בַּ/קָּנֶ֥ה qâneh H7070 "branch" Prep | N-ms
This word describes a branch or reed, and is used to represent measurement, strength, or support. In the Bible, it is used to describe objects like the rod of a steelyard or the branches of a lampstand.
Definition: : branch 1) reed, stalk, bone, balances 1a) stalk 1b) water-plant, reed 1c) calamus (aromatic reed) 1d) derived meanings 1d1) measuring-rod 1d2) reed (as unit of measure-6 cubits) 1d3) beam (of scales-for scales themselves) 1d4) shaft (of lampstand) 1d5) branches (of lampstand) 1d6) shoulder-joint
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: balance, bone, branch, calamus, cane, reed, [idiom] spearman, stalk. See also: Genesis 41:5; Isaiah 19:6; Psalms 68:31.
הָ/אֶחָ֖ד ʼechâd H259 "one" Art | Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
כַּפְתֹּ֣ר kaphtôr H3730 "capital" N-ms
A capital or knob, referring to the top of a column or a decorative bulb. In the Bible, it describes the design of the candelabrum in Exodus.
Definition: 1) bulb, knob, capital, capital of a pillar 1a) knob, bulb (as ornament) 1b) capital (of a pillar)
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: knop, (upper) lintel. See also: Exodus 25:31; Exodus 37:19; Zephaniah 2:14.
וָ/פָ֑רַח perach H6525 "flower" Conj | N-ms
A flower or blossom, this word describes the bloom of a plant. It can also mean a bud or sprout, symbolizing new life and growth in the Bible.
Definition: bud, sprout
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: blossom, bud, flower. See also: Exodus 25:31; Numbers 17:23; Isaiah 5:24.
כֵּ֚ן kên H3651 "right" Part
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means 'so' or 'thus', often used to show agreement or confirmation, like in the book of Genesis. It can also mean 'rightly' or 'justly', as in doing something the correct way. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: adv adj 1) right, just, honest, true, veritable 1a) right, just, honest 1b) correct 1c) true, veritable
Usage: Occurs in 737 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] after that (this, -ward, -wards), as... as, [phrase] (for-) asmuch as yet, [phrase] be (for which) cause, [phrase] following, howbeit, in (the) like (manner, -wise), [idiom] the more, right, (even) so, state, straightway, such (thing), surely, [phrase] there (where) -fore, this, thus, true, well, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:7; Exodus 37:19; Judges 7:17.
לְ/שֵׁ֣שֶׁת shêsh H8337 "six" Prep | Adj
This Hebrew word means the number six, and is often used in the Bible to describe measurements, like the six days of creation in Genesis 1.
Definition: 1) six 1a) six (cardinal number) 1b) sixth (ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers Aramaic equivalent: shet (שֵׁת "six" H8353)
Usage: Occurs in 202 OT verses. KJV: six(-teen, -teenth), sixth. See also: Genesis 7:6; 1 Kings 6:6; Proverbs 6:16.
הַ/קָּנִ֔ים qâneh H7070 "branch" Art | N-mp
This word describes a branch or reed, and is used to represent measurement, strength, or support. In the Bible, it is used to describe objects like the rod of a steelyard or the branches of a lampstand.
Definition: : branch 1) reed, stalk, bone, balances 1a) stalk 1b) water-plant, reed 1c) calamus (aromatic reed) 1d) derived meanings 1d1) measuring-rod 1d2) reed (as unit of measure-6 cubits) 1d3) beam (of scales-for scales themselves) 1d4) shaft (of lampstand) 1d5) branches (of lampstand) 1d6) shoulder-joint
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: balance, bone, branch, calamus, cane, reed, [idiom] spearman, stalk. See also: Genesis 41:5; Isaiah 19:6; Psalms 68:31.
הַ/יֹּצְאִ֖ים yâtsâʼ H3318 "to come out" Art | V-Qal
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to go out or come out, and it's used in many different ways, like leaving a place or starting a new journey, as seen in Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: : come/go_out/escape 1) to go out, come out, exit, go forth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come out or forth, depart 1a2) to go forth (to a place) 1a3) to go forward, proceed to (to or toward something) 1a4) to come or go forth (with purpose or for result) 1a5) to come out of 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to go or come out, bring out, lead out 1b2) to bring out of 1b3) to lead out 1b4) to deliver 1c) (Hophal) to be brought out or forth
Usage: Occurs in 991 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, appear, [idiom] assuredly, bear out, [idiom] begotten, break out, bring forth (out, up), carry out, come (abroad, out, thereat, without), [phrase] be condemned, depart(-ing, -ure), draw forth, in the end, escape, exact, fail, fall (out), fetch forth (out), get away (forth, hence, out), (able to, cause to, let) go abroad (forth, on, out), going out, grow, have forth (out), issue out, lay (lie) out, lead out, pluck out, proceed, pull out, put away, be risen, [idiom] scarce, send with commandment, shoot forth, spread, spring out, stand out, [idiom] still, [idiom] surely, take forth (out), at any time, [idiom] to (and fro), utter. See also: Genesis 1:12; Exodus 9:33; Leviticus 26:45.
מִן min H4480 "from" Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
הַ/מְּנֹרָֽה mᵉnôwrâh H4501 "lampstand" Art | N-fs
The Hebrew word for lampstand, often translated as candlestick, refers to a chandelier or lamp stand, like those found in the Temple. It appears in Exodus 25:31 and 37:17. In the Bible, lampstands symbolize God's presence.
Definition: lamp stand
Usage: Occurs in 31 OT verses. KJV: candlestick. See also: Exodus 25:31; Exodus 40:24; Jeremiah 52:19.

Study Notes — Exodus 25:33

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1 Numbers 17:4–8 Place the staffs in the Tent of Meeting in front of the Testimony, where I meet with you. The staff belonging to the man I choose will sprout, and I will rid Myself of the constant grumbling of the Israelites against you.” So Moses spoke to the Israelites, and each of their leaders gave him a staff—one for each of the leaders of their tribes, twelve staffs in all. And Aaron’s staff was among them. Then Moses placed the staffs before the LORD in the Tent of the Testimony. The next day Moses entered the Tent of the Testimony and saw that Aaron’s staff, representing the house of Levi, had sprouted, put forth buds, blossomed, and produced almonds.
2 Jeremiah 1:11–12 And the word of the LORD came to me, asking, “Jeremiah, what do you see?” “I see a branch of an almond tree,” I replied. “You have observed correctly,” said the LORD, “for I am watching over My word to accomplish it.”
3 Zechariah 4:3 There are also two olive trees beside it, one on the right side of the bowl and the other on its left.”
4 Exodus 37:19–20 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. And on the lampstand were four cups shaped like almond blossoms with buds and petals.

Exodus 25:33 Summary

The lampstand in Exodus 25:33 is adorned with cups shaped like almond blossoms, which represent the beauty and life that God brings. Just as the almond blossoms bloom and flourish, our lives can flourish when we are connected to God (see Psalm 1:3 and Jeremiah 17:7-8). The intricate design of the lampstand reminds us to pay attention to detail and strive for excellence in our service to God. By reflecting on the symbolism of the almond blossoms, we can deepen our appreciation for God's presence and provision in our lives.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the almond blossoms on the lampstand in Exodus 25:33?

The almond blossoms on the lampstand represent the beauty and life of God's creation, as seen in Exodus 25:33, and may also symbolize the spiritual nourishment and growth that comes from God's presence, as described in Psalm 1:3 and Jeremiah 1:11-12.

Why are there three cups shaped like almond blossoms on each branch of the lampstand?

The repetition of the almond blossoms on each branch, as described in Exodus 25:33, emphasizes the abundance and richness of God's provision and presence, as also seen in the plentiful manna in Exodus 16:13-18 and the overflowing oil in 1 Kings 17:14-16.

How does the design of the lampstand relate to the overall theme of the tabernacle?

The intricate design of the lampstand, including the almond blossoms in Exodus 25:33, contributes to the overall theme of the tabernacle as a symbol of God's presence and glory among His people, as expressed in Exodus 25:8 and Hebrews 9:1-5.

What can we learn from the attention to detail in the construction of the lampstand?

The attention to detail in the construction of the lampstand, as seen in Exodus 25:33, teaches us about the importance of reverence, obedience, and excellence in our service to God, as also emphasized in Colossians 3:23-24 and Malachi 1:6-14.

Reflection Questions

  1. What does the image of the almond blossoms on the lampstand evoke in my heart and mind, and how can I apply this to my own spiritual journey?
  2. How can I cultivate a deeper appreciation for the beauty and life that God brings into my life, just as the almond blossoms represent?
  3. In what ways can I reflect the light and presence of God in my own life, just as the lampstand was designed to do?
  4. What are some areas in my life where I need to pay attention to detail and strive for excellence, just as the craftsmen did in building the lampstand?

Gill's Exposition on Exodus 25:33

Three bowls made like unto almonds, with a knop and a flower in one branch,.... There were three bowls or cups in the form of almond nuts to each branch, which were either to hold oil for the lamps,

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 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.

Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 25:33

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.Ver. 33. Three bowls made like unto almonds, &c.] Signifying the several endowments and ornaments of Christ’ s faithful ministers.

Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 25:33

(33) Three bowls made like unto almonds.—Or, three cups like almond blossoms. It is not quite clear if these were consecutive, or if each cup held a “knop” (pomegranate), on which followed a (lily) blossom. On the whole Reland’s representation accords best with the latter view. In the other branch.—Rather, in another branch. The ornamentation was the same in the first, the second, and all the other branches; but in the longer branches the triple series was probably repeated of tener.

Cambridge Bible on Exodus 25:33

33. There were three of these cups, shaped like almond-flowers, in each of the six branches.

Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 25:33

33. Three bowls — Returning now to a further description of the ornamental bowls or cups (βαιςιν) mentioned in Exodus 25:31, the writer describes them as made like unto almonds, probably meaning like almond blossoms.

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