Exodus 37:19
Exodus 37:19 in Multiple Translations
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.
Three bowls made after the fashion of almonds in one branch, a knop and a flower; and three bowls made like almonds in another branch, a knop and a flower: so throughout the six branches going 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;
Each of the six branches that came out had three cups shaped like almond flowers, all complete with buds and petals.
In one branche three bolles made like almondes, a knop and a floure: and in another branch three bolles made like almondes, a knop and a floure: and so throughout the sixe branches that proceeded 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 another branch, a knop and a flower; so to the six branches which are coming out of 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 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.
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.
Each of the branches had on it three gold decorations that looked like almond blossoms. These decorations also had flower buds and flower petals.
Berean Amplified Bible — Exodus 37:19
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Exodus 37:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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שְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה
גְ֠בִעִים
מְֽשֻׁקָּדִ֞ים
בַּ/קָּנֶ֣ה
הָ/אֶחָד֮
כַּפְתֹּ֣ר
וָ/פֶרַח֒
וּ/שְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה
גְבִעִ֗ים
מְשֻׁקָּדִ֛ים
בְּ/קָנֶ֥ה
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
בְּ/קָנֶ֥ה
qâneh
H7070
branch
Prep | N-ms
אֶחָ֖ד
ʼechâd
H259
one
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 37:19
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.
בְּ/קָנֶ֥ה
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.
אֶחָ֖ד
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
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 37:19
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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.
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.
20And on the lampstand were four cups shaped like almond blossoms with buds and petals. 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.Exodus 37:19 Summary
The verse Exodus 37:19 describes the beautiful lampstand with cups shaped like almond blossoms, which symbolize the beauty and life that God brings. The lampstand reminds us of our need to be connected to God, the source of light and life, as seen in John 15:5. Just as the lampstand has multiple branches and cups, we can reflect God's light and life to the world around us in various ways, as noted in Matthew 5:14-16. By being diligent and attentive to detail in our work, as seen in the craftsmanship of the lampstand, we can bring glory to God and create things that are beautiful and meaningful.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the almond blossoms on the lampstand in Exodus 37:19?
The almond blossoms on the lampstand symbolize the beauty and life that God brings, as seen in Exodus 37:19, and remind us of the promise of new life in Christ, as noted in Romans 6:4 and 1 Corinthians 15:22.
Why are there three cups on each branch of the lampstand?
The three cups on each branch, as mentioned in Exodus 37:19, may represent the Trinity or the three aspects of God's nature, and they also add to the overall beauty and symmetry of the lampstand, as described in Exodus 37:17-21.
How does the lampstand relate to our walk with God?
The lampstand, with its cups and branches, reminds us of our need to be connected to God, the source of light and life, as seen in John 15:5 and Matthew 5:14-16, and to reflect His beauty and character to the world around us.
What can we learn from the craftsmanship of the lampstand?
The meticulous craftsmanship of the lampstand, as described in Exodus 37:17-24, teaches us about the importance of diligence and attention to detail in our work, as noted in Colossians 3:23-24, and the value of creating things that bring glory to God.
Reflection Questions
- What does the image of the almond blossoms evoke in my heart, and how can I apply that to my relationship with God?
- How can I, like the lampstand, be a source of light and life to those around me, as mentioned in Matthew 5:14-16?
- What are some ways I can reflect the beauty and character of God in my daily life, as represented by the cups and branches of the lampstand?
- How can I cultivate a deeper connection with God, the source of light and life, as symbolized by the lampstand?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to pay attention to detail and strive for excellence, as seen in the craftsmanship of the lampstand?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 37:19
[See comments on Exodus 37:1].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 37:19
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: He made the candlestick of pure gold.
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 37:19
(19) Another branch.—A right translation—an improvement on “the other branch” of Exodus 25:33. The meaning is that there was the same style of ornamentation in all the branches.
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 37:19
THE ARK OF THE , Exodus 39:1-9. See notes on Exodus 25:10-22. THE TABLE OF , Exodus 39:10-16. See notes on Exodus 25:23-30. THE GOLDEN , Exodus 39:17-24. See notes on Exodus 25:31-40. THE ALTAR OF INCENSE, Exodus 39:25-28.