Exodus 37:21
New International Version
One bud was under the first pair of branches extending from the lampstand, a second bud under the second pair, and a third bud under the third pair—six branches in all.

New Living Translation
There was an almond bud beneath each pair of branches where the six branches extended from the center stem, all made of one piece.

English Standard Version
and a calyx of one piece with it under each pair of the six branches going out of it.

Berean Standard Bible
A 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.

King James Bible
And a knop under two branches of the same, and a knop under two branches of the same, and a knop under two branches of the same, according to the six branches going out of it.

New King James Version
There was a knob under the first two branches of the same, a knob under the second two branches of the same, and a knob under the third two branches of the same, according to the six branches extending from it.

New American Standard Bible
and a bulb was under the first pair of branches coming out of it, and a bulb under the second pair of branches coming out of it, and a bulb under the third pair of branches coming out of it, for the six branches coming out of the lampstand.

NASB 1995
and a bulb was under the first pair of branches coming out of it, and a bulb under the second pair of branches coming out of it, and a bulb under the third pair of branches coming out of it, for the six branches coming out of the lampstand.

NASB 1977
and a bulb was under the first pair of branches coming out of it, and a bulb under the second pair of branches coming out of it, and a bulb under the third pair of branches coming out of it, for the six branches coming out of the lampstand.

Legacy Standard Bible
and a bulb was under the first pair of branches coming out of it, and a bulb under the second pair of branches coming out of it, and a bulb under the third pair of branches coming out of it, for the six branches coming out of the lampstand.

Amplified Bible
and a calyx was under the first pair of branches coming out of it, and a calyx under the second pair of branches, coming out of it, and a calyx under the third pair of branches coming out of it, for the six branches coming out of the lampstand.

Christian Standard Bible
For the six branches that extended from it, a bud was under the first pair of branches from it, a bud under the second pair of branches from it, and a bud under the third pair of branches from it.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
For the six branches that extended from it, a calyx was under the first pair of branches from it, a calyx under the second pair of branches from it, and a calyx under the third pair of branches from it.

American Standard Version
and a knop under two branches of one piece with it, and a knop under two branches of one piece with it, and a knop under two branches of one piece with it, for the six branches going out of it.

Contemporary English Version
There was also a blossom where each pair of branches came out from the stem.

English Revised Version
and a knop under two branches of one piece with it, and a knop under two branches of one piece with it, and a knop under two branches of one piece with it, for the six branches going out of it.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
There was a bud under each of the three pairs of branches coming out of the lamp stand.

Good News Translation
There was one bud below each of the three pairs of branches.

International Standard Version
A calyx was under the two branches that extended out of the stem; a calyx was under the next pair of branches that extended out of the stem; and a calyx was under the last pair of branches that extended out of the stem, and so on for the six branches extending from the lamp stand.

Majority Standard Bible
A 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.

NET Bible
with a bud under the first two branches from it, and a bud under the next two branches from it, and a bud under the third two branches from it; according to the six branches that extended from it.

New Heart English Bible
and a bud under two branches of one piece with it, and a bud under two branches of one piece with it, and a bud under two branches of one piece with it, for the six branches going out of it.

Webster's Bible Translation
And a knob under two branches of the same, and a knob under two branches of the same, and a knob under two branches of the same, according to the six branches proceeding from it.

World English Bible
and a bud under two branches of one piece with it, and a bud under two branches of one piece with it, and a bud under two branches of one piece with it, for the six branches going out of it.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and a knob under the two branches of the same, and a knob under the two branches of the same, and a knob under the two branches of the same, [are] for the six branches which are coming out of it;

Young's Literal Translation
and a knop under the two branches of the same, and a knop under the two branches of the same, and a knop under the two branches of the same, are to the six branches which are coming out of it;

Smith's Literal Translation
And a chaplet under two stems out of it, and a chaplet under two stems out of it, and a chaplet under two stems out of it, for the six stems coming forth out of it.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And bowls under two branches in three places, which together make six branches going out from one shaft.

Catholic Public Domain Version
and little spheres under two branches in three places, which together made six branches proceeding from one bar.

New American Bible
The six branches that went out from the menorah had a knob under each pair.

New Revised Standard Version
There was a calyx of one piece with it under the first pair of branches, a calyx of one piece with it under the next pair of branches, and a calyx of one piece with it under the last pair of branches.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And a bud under two branches of the same, and a bud under two branches of the same, and a bud under two branches of the same; likewise for the six branches going out of the candlestick.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the lilies, the fruit under two branches of it, and the fruit under two branches of it, and the fruit under two branches of it; in this way for the six branches that come out from the lamp stand.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and a knop under two branches of one piece with it, and a knop under two branches of one piece with it, and a knop under two branches of one piece with it, for the six branches going out of it.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And as to their lamps, which are on the ends, knops proceeded from them; and sockets proceeding from them, that the lamps might be upon them; and the seventh socket, on the top of the candlestick, on the summit above, entirely of solid gold.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
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. 22The buds and branches were all of one piece with the lampstand, hammered out of pure gold.…

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 4:20
the lampstands of pure gold and their lamps, to burn in front of the inner sanctuary as prescribed;

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.

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.

Revelation 11:4
These witnesses are the two olive trees and the two lampstands that stand before the Lord of the earth.

Exodus 26:35
And place the table outside the veil on the north side of the tabernacle, and put the lampstand opposite the table, on the south side.

Leviticus 24:4
He shall tend the lamps on the pure gold lampstand before the LORD continually.

1 Samuel 3:3
Before the lamp of God had gone out, Samuel was lying down in the temple of the LORD, where the ark of God was located.

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.

Psalm 119:105
Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.


Treasury of Scripture

And a bud under two branches of the same, and a bud under two branches of the same, and a bud under two branches of the same, according to the six branches going out of it.

Exodus 25:35
And there shall be a knop under two branches of the same, and a knop under two branches of the same, and a knop under two branches of the same, according to the six branches that proceed out of the candlestick.

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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














A bud
The Hebrew word for "bud" is "פֶּרַח" (perach), which signifies a blossom or flower. In the context of the lampstand, the bud represents life and growth, symbolizing the beauty and vitality of God's creation. The use of floral imagery in the Tabernacle's design reflects the Garden of Eden, suggesting a return to divine fellowship and purity. The bud's presence under each pair of branches emphasizes the continuity of life and the perpetual renewal of God's covenant with His people.

under the first pair of branches
The phrase "under the first pair of branches" indicates the specific placement of the buds, which were located beneath each pair of branches on the lampstand. This meticulous design underscores the order and precision inherent in God's instructions for the Tabernacle. The branches themselves can be seen as representing the tribes of Israel, with the buds symbolizing the potential for growth and fruitfulness within each tribe when they remain connected to the divine source of light and life.

a bud under the second pair
Repeating the pattern of a bud under each pair of branches highlights the uniformity and harmony in God's creation. The second pair of branches, like the first, is adorned with a bud, reinforcing the idea that every part of the community of believers is equally important and cherished by God. This repetition serves as a reminder of the consistency of God's promises and the unchanging nature of His love and provision.

a bud under the third pair
The third pair of branches, also adorned with a bud, completes the symmetrical design of the lampstand. The number three often signifies completeness and divine perfection in biblical numerology. The presence of a bud under the third pair of branches can be seen as a symbol of the fullness of God's plan for His people, encompassing all aspects of their lives and ensuring that His light reaches every corner of their existence.

The same pattern was repeated for all six branches
The repetition of the pattern for all six branches emphasizes the comprehensive and inclusive nature of God's design. The number six, often associated with humanity, suggests that the lampstand's design is meant to illuminate the entirety of human experience. The consistent pattern of buds under each branch serves as a reminder that God's light and life are available to all who seek Him, regardless of their position or status.

extending from the lampstand
The branches "extending from the lampstand" symbolize the outreach of God's light into the world. The lampstand itself represents the presence of God, and the branches signify the believers who are called to carry His light into the darkness. This imagery encourages Christians to remain connected to the source of divine light, allowing it to flow through them and illuminate the lives of others. The extension of the branches from the lampstand serves as a powerful reminder of the mission of the Church to be a beacon of hope and truth in a world in need of God's love.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
A bud
וְכַפְתֹּ֡ר (wə·ḵap̄·tōr)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3730: Capital, knob, bulb

was under
תַּחַת֩ (ta·ḥaṯ)
Preposition
Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of

the first pair
שְׁנֵ֨י (šə·nê)
Number - mdc
Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number)

of branches
הַקָּנִים֙ (haq·qā·nîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 7070: A reed, a, rod, shaft, tube, stem, the radius, beam

that extended
הַיֹּצְאִ֖ים (hay·yō·ṣə·’îm)
Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim

from [the lampstand],
מִמֶּ֗נָּה (mim·men·nāh)
Preposition | third person feminine singular
Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of

a bud
וְכַפְתֹּר֙ (wə·ḵap̄·tōr)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3730: Capital, knob, bulb

under
תַּ֣חַת (ta·ḥaṯ)
Preposition
Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of

the second pair,
שְׁנֵ֤י (šə·nê)
Number - mdc
Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number)

and a bud
וְכַפְתֹּ֕ר (wə·ḵap̄·tōr)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3730: Capital, knob, bulb

under
תַּֽחַת־ (ta·ḥaṯ-)
Preposition
Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of

the third pair.
שְׁנֵ֥י (šə·nê)
Number - mdc
Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number)


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