King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
The pure candlestick, [with] the lamps thereof, [even with] the lamps to be set in order, and all the vessels thereof, and the oil for light,
Complete Jewish Bible:
the pure menorah, its lamps and their arrangement for display, its accessories and the oil for the light;
Berean Standard Bible:
the pure gold lampstand with its row of lamps and all its utensils, as well as the oil for the light;
American Standard Version:
the pure candlestick, the lamps thereof, even the lamps to be set in order, and all the vessels thereof, and the oil for the light;
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
The pure{H2889} candlestick{H4501}, with the lamps{H5216} thereof, even with the lamps{H5216} to be set in order{H4634}, and all the vessels{H3627} thereof, and the oil{H8081} for light{H3974},
Cross-References (KJV):
Philippians 2:15
- That ye may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world;
Exodus 27:21
- In the tabernacle of the congregation without the vail, which [is] before the testimony, Aaron and his sons shall order it from evening to morning before the LORD: [it shall be] a statute for ever unto their generations on the behalf of the children of Israel.
Exodus 25:31
- ¶ And thou shalt make a candlestick [of] pure gold: [of] beaten work shall the candlestick be made: his shaft, and his branches, his bowls, his knops, and his flowers, shall be of the same.
Matthew 5:14
- Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.
Matthew 5:16
- Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
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Commentary for Exodus 39:37
1. **Themes:**
- **Purity and Holiness:** The mention of the "pure candlestick" suggests a theme of purity and holiness, which is central to the worship practices of the Israelites. The candlestick, or menorah, was to be kept clean and untarnished, symbolizing the spiritual cleanliness required to be in God's presence.
- **Order and Specificity:** The detailed instructions about how the lamps were to be set in order reflect the importance of structure and precise adherence to God's commands in the religious life of the Israelites.
- **Divine Illumination:** The lamps and the oil for light represent divine illumination, both literal and metaphorical. The menorah was to provide light within the Tabernacle, symbolizing God's guiding presence and the enlightenment that comes from divine wisdom and revelation.
2. **Historical Context:**
- **The Exodus Narrative:** Exodus 39:37 is part of the detailed descriptions in the Book of Exodus concerning the construction of the Tabernacle, which was the portable dwelling place for God as the Israelites journeyed through the wilderness after their escape from Egypt.
- **Tabernacle Furnishings:** The verse specifically deals with the instructions for the menorah, one of the key pieces of furniture within the Tabernacle. The menorah was to be placed in the Holy Place, the first of the two rooms in the Tabernacle, alongside the table for the bread of the Presence and the altar of incense.
- **Craftsmanship and Materials:** The detailed descriptions of the Tabernacle's construction, including the menorah, reflect the skill and artistry of the craftsmen, who were filled with the Spirit of God for the task (Exodus 31:1-6). The materials used, such as pure gold, further emphasize the sanctity and importance of these objects.
- **Ceremonial Use:** The menorah was used in the daily worship rituals, with the priests responsible for trimming the wicks and ensuring that the lamps burned each evening, symbolizing God's enduring presence with His people.
In summary, Exodus 39:37 encapsulates the themes of purity, order, and divine illumination within the historical context of the Tabernacle's construction, reflecting the meticulous care and reverence with which the Israelites were to approach their worship and interaction with the divine.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- 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: 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. - Strong's Number: H5216
There are 42 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: נִיר
Transliteration: nîyr
Pronunciation: neer
Description: or נִר; also נֵיר; or נֵר; or (feminine) נֵרָה; from a primitive root (see נִיר; נוּר) properly, meaning to glisten; a lamp (i.e. the burner) or light (literally or figuratively); candle, lamp, light. - Strong's Number: H4634
There are 18 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מַעֲרָכָה
Transliteration: maʻărâkâh
Pronunciation: mah-ar-aw-kaw'
Description: feminine of מַעֲרָךְ; an arrangement; concretely, a pile; specifically a military array; army, fight, be set in order, ordered place, rank, row. - 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. - Strong's Number: H8081
There are 176 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שֶׁמֶן
Transliteration: shemen
Pronunciation: sheh'-men
Description: from שָׁמַן; grease, especially liquid (as from the olive, often perfumed); figuratively, richness; anointing, [idiom] fat (things), [idiom] fruitful, oil(-ed), ointment, olive, [phrase] pine. - Strong's Number: H3974
There are 16 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מָאוֹר
Transliteration: mâʼôwr
Pronunciation: maw-ore'
Description: or מָאֹר; also (in plural) feminine מְאוֹרָה; or מְאֹרָה; from אוֹר; properly, a luminous body or luminary, i.e. (abstractly) light (as an element); figuratively, brightness, i.e.cheerfulness; specifically, a chandelier; bright, light.