KJV ORIGINAL
And in the candlestick shall be four bowls made like unto almonds, with their knops and their flowers.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
And on the lampstand there should be four cups shaped like almond blossoms, complete with their buds and flowers.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is giving Moses detailed instructions for crafting a beautiful golden lampstand with decorative almond-shaped cups for the tabernacle.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's detailed instructions to Moses for building the tabernacle, Israel's portable worship center during their wilderness wanderings. The golden lampstand (menorah) was one of the sacred furnishings that would provide light in the Holy Place, and its almond blossom design may have symbolized new life and God's watchful care over His people.
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