Exodus 25:36 The buds and branches shall all be of one piece with the lampstand, hammered out of pure gold.
Today finds me thinking about menorahs, their history, their symbolism. Commentary says modern menorahs are modeled after this description in Exodus.
Exodus 25:37 “Then make its seven lamps and set them up on it so that they light the space in front of it.
Menorahs make me think of candle light, and I have always loved the soft glow of candle light and the hope cast by the tenuous, wavering flame.
Exodus 25:38-39 Its wick trimmers and trays are to be of pure gold. A talent of pure gold is to be used for the lampstand and all these accessories.
Precious Savior, Thank You for the connections that occur when I focus on Your word and let my mind wander. And thank You for the tenuous, wavering flame of hope that can only come from You. Draw me closer. Amen.
Exodus 25:40 See that you make them according to the pattern shown you on the mountain.
Have a blessed day.