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.
Each of the six branches had three cups shaped like almond blossoms, with buds and flowers decorating them. This same pattern of three almond-shaped cups with buds and flowers was repeated on every branch that extended from the lampstand.
This verse describes the beautiful, detailed craftsmanship of the golden lampstand's branches, each decorated with almond blossom designs that God had specifically commanded.
📚 Historical Context
This passage describes the construction of the golden lampstand (menorah) for the Tabernacle, following the exact specifications God gave Moses on Mount Sinai. The skilled craftsman Bezalel was making this sacred piece of furniture that would provide light in the Holy Place of the Tabernacle. The almond blossom design was significant because Aaron's rod that budded was an almond branch, symbolizing God's choice and blessing.
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