King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
[Of] a talent of pure gold made he it, and all the vessels thereof.
Complete Jewish Bible:
The menorah and its utensils were made of sixty-six pounds of pure gold.
Berean Standard Bible:
He made the lampstand and all its utensils from a talent of pure gold.
American Standard Version:
Of a talent of pure gold made he it, and all the vessels thereof.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
Of a talent{H3603} of pure{H2889} gold{H2091} made{H6213} he it, and all the vessels{H3627} thereof.
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Commentary for Exodus 37:24
**Exodus 37:24 Summary:**
This verse 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 among the Israelites during their journey in the wilderness. Specifically, Exodus 37:24 refers to the creation of the golden lampstand, also known as the menorah, which was one of the key liturgical furnishings within the Tabernacle.
**Themes:**
1. **Divine Precision:** The verse emphasizes the exactness and care with which the sacred objects for worship were to be made, highlighting the importance of precision and excellence in service to God.
2. **Sacred Materials:** The use of a talent of pure gold underscores the value and holiness of the objects dedicated to God's service, reflecting the belief that the best should be offered to the Divine.
3. **Worship and Light:** The menorah symbolizes spiritual illumination, guidance, and the presence of God, themes that are central to Jewish worship and are reflected in the meticulous construction of its vessels.
**Historical Context:**
The book of Exodus is set in the context of the Israelites' liberation from slavery in Egypt and their formation as a nation under the leadership of Moses. After receiving the Ten Commandments and other laws at Mount Sinai, God provides Moses with instructions for building the Tabernacle, which would serve as the center of Israelite religious life until the construction of the Temple in Jerusalem by Solomon.
The construction of the Tabernacle and its furnishings, including the golden lampstand, took place around the 13th century BCE. The meticulous attention to detail in the creation of the Tabernacle's components reflects the significance of the Tabernacle as a sanctuary where God would dwell among His people, and where atonement for sins could be made through the priestly sacrifices and rituals. The menorah, in particular, would continue to be a symbol of Judaism, representing hope, divine light, and the enduring presence of God.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H3603
There are 55 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כִּכָּר
Transliteration: kikkâr
Pronunciation: kik-kawr'
Description: from כָּרַר; a circle, i.e. (by implication) a circumjacent tract or region, especially the Ghor or valley of the Jordan; also a (round) loaf; also a talent (or large [round] coin); loaf, morsel, piece, plain, talent. - Strong's Number: H2889
There are 87 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: טָהוֹר
Transliteration: ṭâhôwr
Pronunciation: taw-hore'
Description: or טָהֹר; from טָהֵר; pure (in a physical, chemical, ceremonial or moral sense); clean, fair, pure(-ness). - Strong's Number: H2091
There are 336 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: זָהָב
Transliteration: zâhâb
Pronunciation: zaw-hawb'
Description: from an unused root meaning to shimmer; gold, figuratively, something gold-colored (i.e. yellow), as oil, a clear sky; gold(-en), fair weather. - Strong's Number: H6213
There are 2286 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָשָׂה
Transliteration: ʻâsâh
Pronunciation: aw-saw'
Description: a primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application; accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. - Strong's Number: H3627
There are 276 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כְּלִי
Transliteration: kᵉlîy
Pronunciation: kel-ee'
Description: from כָּלָה; something prepared, i.e. any apparatus (as an implement, utensil, dress, vessel or weapon); armour(-bearer), artillery, bag, carriage, [phrase] furnish, furniture, instrument, jewel, that is made of, [idiom] one from another, that which pertaineth, pot, [phrase] psaltery, sack, stuff, thing, tool, vessel, ware, weapon, [phrase] whatsoever.