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Exodus 25:31–40 “The Lord Who Is Light”

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3–5 minutes

Exodus 25:31-40 NIV

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Resources for Family Worship (with Children):

Explanation:

Next, God commands that a lampstand be made of pure gold, hammered out (v. 31). First, a central shaft is to be fashioned, from which three branches are to extend from each side (v. 32). At the end of each branch, a cup shaped like a peach blossom is to be made and attached (v. 33). The Revised Korean Version translates this as “almond blossom,” but “peach blossom” is a more accurate translation. In Palestine, the peach tree was considered special because it was the first to bloom in the spring.

The central shaft of the lampstand is to be shaped with four cups resembling peach blossoms stacked on top of one another (v. 34), and the side branches are to extend from beneath each of these cups on the shaft (v. 35). The shaft, its cups, and its branches are all to be made of pure gold, hammered from a single piece, seamlessly joined (v. 36). Then seven lamps are to be made and set atop the central shaft and its six branches, with flames lit upon them (v. 37). The wick trimmers and trays must also be made of pure gold (v. 38). The total amount of pure gold to be used for the lampstand and its accompanying utensils is limited to one talent (v. 39), which is roughly 34 kilograms by today’s standards.

God commands that all of this must be made exactly according to the instructions given (v. 40). This lampstand, known as the “Menorah,” is commonly seen in Jewish synagogues and homes.

Meditation:

Because the tabernacle had no windows, the lampstand had to always remain lit. It was the only source of light within the tabernacle. God commanded that three branches extend from each side of the central shaft so that a total of seven lamps could be lit. The number seven signifies completeness. The seven lights represent God, who is the true Light. John, on the island of Patmos, saw the throne of God and described it as having “seven blazing lamps” (Revelation 4:5). The tabernacle was a scaled-down model, a representation of God’s heavenly throne.

The lamp’s light is merely an imitation of sunlight, and sunlight itself is an imitation of the radiant glory of God. Regarding the new heaven and new earth, John wrote, “The city does not need the sun or the moon to shine on it, for the glory of God gives it light, and the Lamb is its lamp” (Revelation 21:23). That light has shone through Jesus Christ. John declared, “The true light that gives light to everyone was coming into the world” (John 1:9). Therefore, with the coming of Jesus Christ, the lampstand was no longer necessary.

Prayer:

Lord who came as the Light,
Lord who shines Your light upon us,
Thank You for illuminating our darkness and allowing us to live in the light of God’s glory.
May the light that has come upon us shine into this dark world.
Help us to always live in the light.
Amen.

Discussion Questions for Children & Youth:

Key Point: God gave light to the tabernacle through the golden lampstand, but today, Jesus is the true light that helps us live with hope and shine in the world.

  • For Preschool-Elementary
    • Why do you think the tabernacle needed a lampstand if it didn’t have windows?
    • What do you think it means that Jesus is the “light of the world”?
    • How can you share Jesus’ light with your friends at school or home?
  • For Youth
    • The lampstand had seven lights, a number that symbolizes completeness. What might this say about God’s light in our lives?
    • In Revelation, there is no need for the sun or moon because God’s glory gives light. How does this image affect your understanding of heaven?
    • What areas of your life feel “dark,” and how might living in Jesus’ light bring change or clarity?

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