King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
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.
Complete Jewish Bible:
Where each pair of branches joins the central shaft is to be a ring of outer leaves of one piece with the pair of branches -thus for all six branches.
Berean Standard Bible:
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.
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 the candlestick.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And there shall be a knop{H3730} under two{H8147} branches{H7070} of the same, and a knop{H3730} under two{H8147} branches{H7070} of the same, and a knop{H3730} under two{H8147} branches{H7070} of the same, according to the six{H8337} branches{H7070} that proceed{H3318} out of the candlestick{H4501}.
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Commentary for Exodus 25:35
Exodus 25:35 is part of the detailed instructions given by God to Moses for the construction of the Tabernacle, which was the portable dwelling place for God's presence among the Israelites during their journey in the wilderness after the Exodus from Egypt. This verse specifically describes the design of the golden lampstand (menorah), which was to be placed in the Tabernacle's Holy Place.
**Themes:**
1. **Divine Precision:** The meticulous instructions for the menorah reflect the importance of precision in worship and the belief that God's dwelling should be constructed exactly as He commands.
2. **Light and Purity:** The menorah symbolizes light, which is often associated with God's presence, truth, and purity. The lampstand was to provide continuous light, representing God's enduring presence with His people.
3. **Unity and Multiplicity:** The branches of the menorah, with knops (decorative bulbs or flowers) beneath each pair, may symbolize the unity of God's people under His guidance, as well as the multiplicity of blessings and guidance that come from God.
**Historical Context:**
The instructions for the Tabernacle, including the menorah, were given to Moses on Mount Sinai after the Israelites had escaped from slavery in Egypt. This period is traditionally dated to around the 13th century BCE. The Tabernacle was a central aspect of Israelite worship until the construction of the Temple in Jerusalem by King Solomon.
The menorah itself became one of the most enduring symbols of Judaism, representing God's light and presence. It is still a significant emblem in Jewish religious life and identity, and its design has been preserved in synagogues and Jewish art throughout the centuries.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H3730
There are 12 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כַּפְתֹּר
Transliteration: kaphtôr
Pronunciation: kaf-tore'
Description: or (Amos 9:1) כַּפְתּוֹר; probably from an unused root meaning to encircle; a chaplet; but used only in an architectonic sense, i.e. the capital of acolumn, or a wreath-like button or disk on the candelabrum; knop, (upper) lintel. - Strong's Number: H8147
There are 647 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שְׁנַיִם
Transliteration: shᵉnayim
Pronunciation: shen-ah'-yim
Description: dual of שֵׁנִי; feminine שְׁתַּיִם; two; also (as ordinal) twofold; both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. - Strong's Number: H7070
There are 38 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: קָנֶה
Transliteration: qâneh
Pronunciation: kaw-neh'
Description: from קָנָה; a reed (as erect); by resemblance a rod (especially for measuring), shaft, tube, stem, the radius (of the arm), beam (of a steelyard); balance, bone, branch, calamus, cane, reed, [idiom] spearman, stalk. - Strong's Number: H8337
There are 203 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שֵׁשׁ
Transliteration: shêsh
Pronunciation: shaysh
Description: masculine שִׁשָּׁה; a primitive number; compare שׂוּשׂ; six (as an overplus beyond five or the fingers of the hand); as ord. sixth; six(-teen, -teenth), sixth. - Strong's Number: H3318
There are 992 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יָצָא
Transliteration: yâtsâʼ
Pronunciation: yaw-tsaw'
Description: a primitive root; to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim.; [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. - Strong's Number: H4501
There are 31 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מְנוֹרָה
Transliteration: mᵉnôwrâh
Pronunciation: men-o-raw'
Description: or מְנֹרָה; feminine of מָנוֹר (in the original sense of נִיר); a chandelier; candlestick.