Exodus 37:17
Exodus 37:17 in Multiple Translations
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.
¶ 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:
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.
Then he made the support for the lights, all of the best gold; its base and its pillar were of hammered gold; its cups and buds and flowers were all made out of the same metal:
He made the lampstand of pure, hammered gold. The whole of it was made of one piece—its base, shaft, cups, buds, and flowers.
Likewise he made the Candlesticke of pure golde: of worke beaten out with the hammer made he the Candlesticke: and his shaft, and his branche, his bolles, his knops, and his floures were of one piece.
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;
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.
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:
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:
He made the lampstand from pure gold. Its base and its shaft were hammered from one large lump of gold. The branches of the lampstand, the cups for holding the oil, the flower buds and the petals that decorated the branches of the lamp, the base, and the shaft were all hammered from one big lump of gold.
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Study Notes — Exodus 37:17
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- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 37:17
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 37:17
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 37:17
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 37:17
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 37:17
- Sermons on Exodus 37:17
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. 19There 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.Cross References
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| 1 | 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. And on the lampstand there shall be four cups shaped like almond blossoms with buds and petals. For the six branches that extend from the lampstand, a bud must be under the first pair of branches, a bud under the second pair, and a bud under the third pair. The buds and branches are to be all of one piece with the lampstand, hammered out of pure gold. Make seven lamps and set them up on the lampstand so that they illuminate the area in front of it. The wick trimmers and their trays must be of pure gold. The lampstand and all these utensils shall be made from a talent of pure gold. |
| 2 | 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. |
| 3 | 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. |
| 4 | Philippians 2:15 | so that you may be blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and perverse generation, in which you shine as lights in the world |
| 5 | Zechariah 4:11 | Then I asked the angel, “What are the two olive trees on the right and left of the lampstand?” |
| 6 | Revelation 1:12–5 | — |
| 7 | Exodus 40:24–25 | He also placed the lampstand in the Tent of Meeting opposite the table on the south side of the tabernacle and set up the lamps before the LORD, just as the LORD had commanded him. |
| 8 | 1 Chronicles 28:15 | the weight of the gold lampstands and their lamps, including the weight of each lampstand and its lamps; the weight of each silver lampstand and its lamps, according to the use of each lampstand; |
| 9 | John 1:4–9 | 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. There came a man who was sent from God. His name was John. He came as a witness to testify about the Light, so that through him everyone might believe. He himself was not the Light, but he came to testify about the Light. The true Light who gives light to every man was coming into the world. |
| 10 | Leviticus 24:4 | He shall tend the lamps on the pure gold lampstand before the LORD continually. |
Exodus 37:17 Summary
The lampstand made of pure hammered gold represents God's valuable and important presence in our lives, as seen in Exodus 25:31-40. The fact that it was made in one piece shows God's perfect and complete design, like the unity and wholeness we strive for in our own lives, as stated in Colossians 1:17. Just as the lampstand provides light, we are called to be a light to others, as encouraged in Matthew 5:14-16, and to reflect on our role in sharing God's love and guidance with those around us. By looking at the lampstand, we can appreciate the beauty and craftsmanship of God's creation and strive to be a source of light and guidance for others.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the lampstand being made of pure hammered gold?
The use of pure hammered gold signifies the value and importance of the lampstand, as gold is a precious metal, and the fact that it was hammered into shape emphasizes the skill and craftsmanship that went into its creation, much like the attention to detail God has for us in Exodus 31:3-5 and Psalm 138:8.
Why was the lampstand made in one piece?
The lampstand being made in one piece symbolizes the unity and wholeness of God's plan, as seen in Exodus 25:31-40, and highlights the perfection and completeness of God's design, as stated in Deuteronomy 32:4.
What do the cups, buds, and petals on the lampstand represent?
The cups, buds, and petals on the lampstand are thought to represent the fruitfulness and abundance of God's creation, as seen in Genesis 1:11-12, and may also symbolize the beauty and fragrance of God's presence, as described in Psalm 100:5.
How does the lampstand relate to our lives as believers?
The lampstand serves as a reminder of God's presence and guidance in our lives, as stated in Psalm 119:105, and encourages us to reflect on our own role in being a light to others, as seen in Matthew 5:14-16.
Reflection Questions
- What does the intricacy of the lampstand's design reveal about God's character, and how can I apply that to my own life?
- In what ways can I, like the lampstand, be a source of light and guidance for those around me, as encouraged in Matthew 5:16?
- How can I cultivate a deeper appreciation for the beauty and craftsmanship of God's creation, as reflected in the lampstand's design?
- What role does unity and wholeness play in my own spiritual journey, and how can I strive for those qualities, as seen in Ephesians 4:3-6?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 37:17
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 37:17
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 37:17
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 37:17
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 37:17
Sermons on Exodus 37:17
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Golden Snuffers by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of the 'golden snuffers' in maintaining the freshness of God's testimony through His people, represented as wicks in the candlestick of |
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(Exodus) Exodus 25:31-40 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of worshiping God and walking in the light. He compares the lampstand in the tabernacle to Christ, describing it as a perfect |
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Vision of Peter by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having a heavenly vision. He refers to himself as the first and the last, the one who leads the race to be whole and the l |
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The Golden Lampstand by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches on the significance of the pure, hammered gold lampstand in the holy Tent as a representation of Christ, the all-gold Savior without blemish, who bore the agoniz |
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"A Candlestick All of Gold" Its Function by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of the 'candlestick of pure gold' as a representation of the Church's calling to be a source of divine light in the world. He highlight |
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"A Candlestick All of Gold" Its Testimony by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of the golden candlestick as a representation of God's original testimony, highlighting its role in both the establishment and recovery |
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Ark of the Covenant - Part 2 by Major Ian Thomas | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the need for a radical transformation of character through the power of God. He uses the example of the Israelites in the wilderness, who we |





