1 Chronicles 28:15

וּמִשְׁקָ֞ל לִמְנֹר֣וֹת הַזָּהָ֗ב וְנֵרֹֽתֵיהֶם֙ זָהָ֔ב בְּמִשְׁקַל מְנוֹרָ֥ה וּמְנוֹרָ֖ה וְנֵֽרֹתֶ֑יהָ וְלִמְנֹר֨וֹת הַכֶּ֤סֶף בְּמִשְׁקָל֙ לִמְנוֹרָ֣ה וְנֵֽרֹתֶ֔יהָ כַּֽעֲבוֹדַ֖ת מְנוֹרָ֥ה וּמְנוֹרָֽה
Even the weight for the candlesticks of gold, and for their lamps of gold, by weight for every candlestick, and for the lamps thereof: and for the candlesticks of silver by weight, both for the candlestick, and also for the lamps thereof, according to the use of every candlestick.
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וּ מִשְׁקָ֞ל
וּ
Prefix — connector and (sometimes: but, so, then)
מִשְׁקָ֞ל
Root word weight, weigh
Dictionary form: מִשְׁקָל · mish-KAWL

Noun — Common, masculine singular, absolute state

In the KJV here: even the weight
the weight ×15 by weight ×7 weight ×5 and the weight ×3 of the weight ×3 and by weight ×2 in weight ×2 now the weight ×2
More options
weight — Most versatile; suits nearly every context.
measure — Prefer when emphasis is on assessed quantity.
mass — Technical/scientific register; good for precise amounts.
weighed amount — Highlights the act of weighing; good for tallied totals.
load — Emphasizes physical heaviness or burden carried.

BDB9011 H4948

BDB9010 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB9012

מִשְׁקָל noun masculine id.;; — absolute׳מ 1Kgs 25:16+; construct מִשְׁקַל Judg 8:26+; suffix מִשְׁקָלוֺ Gen 24:22+, etc.; — weight Gen 24:22 (twice in verse)(J), Josh 7:21 (JE), Judg 8:26; 1Sam 17:5; 2Sam 12:30; 2Sam 21:16a (2Sam 21:16b read שֶׁקֶל with ᵐ5.[see especially ᵐ5L] We Dr and modern), 1Kgs 7:47; 1Kgs 10:14; Num 7:13 + 11t. Num 7 (P), 7 t. Chronicles; of wind Job 28:25 בְּמִשְׁקָלוֺ Gen 43:21(J) in its (full) weight t, compare ׳מאֹזְנֵי מ Ezek 5:1 ׳בַּמּ by weight Lev 26:26; 1Chr 28:14 a. 1Chr 28:18 ׳בְּמ id. Ezek 4:16 (of bread), Ezra 8:34; 1Chr 28:14b; 1Chr 28:15 (twice in verse); 1Chr 28:17 (twice in verse); ׳בַּמּ Lev 19:35 in respect to weight, compare ׳מ 1Chr 28:16 as to weight, in weight; ׳לֹאהָֿיָה מ (i.e. there was too much to be weighed) 2Kgs 25:16 = Jer 52:20,׳אֵתן מ 1Chr 22:3; 1Chr 22:14.

weight, weigh
mišqāl
weight (numerically estimated); hence, weighing (the act)
  • heaviness, weight

לִ מְנֹר֣וֹת
לִ
Prefix — preposition to, for
מְנֹר֣וֹת
Root word candlestick, candlesticks
Dictionary form: מְנוֹרָה · meh-noh-RAW

Noun — Common, feminine plural, construct state plural — usually add "-s"; "___ of …" — bound to the next word

In the KJV here: for the candlesticks
the candlestick ×12 of the candlestick ×5 and the candlestick ×4 candlestick ×3 a candlestick ×2 and in the candlestick ×2 and the candlesticks ×2 and a candlestick ×1
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lampstand — Most accurate modern term; standard in contemporary Bible translations.
lamp stand — Two-word variant; equally precise, used in some modern versions.
menorah — Retains Hebrew term; ideal for Jewish or liturgical contexts.
oil lamp holder — Descriptive; clarifies function for readers unfamiliar with the object.
lamp post — Informal option; use cautiously, may suggest outdoor street fixture.
torch stand — Emphasizes light-bearing role; less common but contextually vivid.

BDB5092 H4501

BDB5091 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB5093

מְנוֺרָה, מְנֹרָה42 noun feminine lampstand (Ecclus מנורה fire, ); — absolute׳מְנו 2Kgs 4:10 + 9 t.,מְנֹרָה Exod 25:32 (twice in verse) + 19 t.; construct מְנוֺרַת Zech 4:2; 2Chr 13:11 מְנֹרַת, Exod 25:31 + 2 t.; plural מְנֹרוֺת absolute 1Kgs 7:49 + 2 t.; construct 1Chr 28:15 (twice in verse); 2Chr 4:7 — lampstand:

1. in private house 2Kgs 4:10.
2. ten lampstands in temple, plural 1Kgs 7:49 = 2Chr 4:7; Jer 52:19 (so also ᵐ5; omit || 2Kgs 25:14; 2Kgs 25:15, strike out here NowArchaeology ii. 40 < retain Gf Gie), compare 2Chr 4:20, also 1Chr 28:15 (7 t. in verse), but 2Chr 13:11 has ׳מ in singular (as
3.); compare singular in Zechariah's vision Zech 4:2.

3. seven-branched lampstand in tabernacle Exod 25:31 (twice in verse); Exod 25:32 (twice in verse) + 15 t. Exodus; Lev 24:4 (with lamps upon it,), Num 3:31; Num 4:9; Num 8:2; Num 8:3; Num 8:4 (twice in verse) (all P). — מָנוֺר see II. ניר.

candlestick, candlesticks
mĕnôrâ
a chandelier
  • lamp stand

הַ זָּהָ֗ב
הַ
Prefix — article the
זָּהָ֗ב
Root word gold, golden, weather
Dictionary form: זָהָב · dzaw-HAWB

Noun — Common, masculine singular, absolute state

In the KJV here: of gold
of gold ×117 gold ×69 and gold ×29 and the gold ×15 with gold ×15 golden ×14 the gold ×13 the golden ×11
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gold — Default choice; works as noun in most contexts.
golden — Use as adjective when modifying a noun.
made of gold — Clarifies material when construction is ambiguous.
gold plating — Use when context implies a surface coating or overlay.
pure gold — Emphasizes quality or purity in cultic/royal contexts.

BDB2294 H2091

BDB2293 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB2295

זָהָב385noun masculineGen 2:12 gold (Late Hebrew id.; Arabic Sabean דֿהב e.g. Os29 DHMZMG 1883, 338; Aramaic דְּהַב, , Palmyrene דהבא VogNo. 23) — ׳ז absolute Gen 2:11 + 364 t.; construct Gen 2:12 + 6 t.; suffix זְהָבִי 1Kgs 20:7 + 2 t.; זְהָֽבְךָ 1Kgs 20:3; 1Kgs 20:5 זְהָבֶ֑ךָ Isa 30:22 זְהָבוֺ Isa 2:20; Isa 31:7 זְהָבָם Hos 8:4 + 4 t.; — gold,

1. = gold-ore, gold in a raw state, Gen 2:11; Gen 2:12; Jer 10:9; Prov 17:3; Prov 27:21; Job 28:1 +; perhaps also 1Kgs 9:28; 1Kgs 10:11; 1Kgs 22:49 etc.; compare ׳עַפְרֹת ז Job 28:6 gold-dust; see also Zech 13:9 (simile of tried people ׳י) and compare Mal 3:3 likewise Job 23:10 (simile of Job's purity, as shewn by divine tests); מִצָּפוֺן זָהָב Job 37:22 is dubious
**read perhaps זֹהַר Du and Dr; Ew De and others out of the North comes gold; others, however, golden light, brightness, of sun after clouds dispersed by north wind, ᵐ5 Rabb Da and others; or golden splendour of God coming from north BöÄ 76 Hi and others; Siegf conjecture יהוה for זהב
2. gold as wealth Gen 13:2 (J; + מִקְנֶה, כֶּסֶף) Gen 24:34 (J; + צאֹן, בָּקָר, כֶּסֶף, עֲבָדִם, שְׁפָחֹת, גְּמַלִּים, חֲמֹרִים) compare Hos 2:8; Isa 2:7; Deut 8:13; Deut 17:17; Job 3:15; Job 31:24; Zech 14:14; Ezra 1:4; Ezra 1:6 +; in general, as precious: נִבְחָר שֵׁם מֵעשֶׁר רָ֑ב מִכֶּסֶף וּמִזָּהָב חֵן טוֺב Prov 22:1 to be chosen is a name more than great riches, and good favour more than silver and than gold; Job 28:17 (of wisdom) gold and glass do not equal it; Ps 19:10 (ordinances of ׳י) which are more to be desired than gold; compare Ps 119:72; Ps 119:127; also metaphor of princes and chief men of Zion Lam 4:1 (compare vLam 4:2).
3. gold as spoil of war Josh 6:19 (+ כֶּסֶף, כְּלֵינְֿחשֶׁת, בַּרְזֶל) so vJosh 6:24, compare Josh 7:21; Josh 7:24; Josh 22:8; 2Kgs 7:8 +.
4. gold as merchandise Ezek 27:22 (+ אֶבֶן יְקָרָה, ראֹשׁ כָּלבּֿשֶֹׁם), compare also gold from Ophir 1Kgs 9:28 etc. (see below 7 below)
5. gold as costly gift: to a prophet ׳מְלֹא בֵּיתוֺ כֶּסֶף וְז (hypothet.), Num 22:18; Num 24:13 (both E); brought by queen of Sheba to Solomon 1Kgs 10:2; 1Kgs 10:10 (both + אֶבֶן יְקָרָה and בְּשָׂמִים) = 2Chr 9:1; 2Chr 9:9 as tribute 2Kgs 23:35 (twice in verse) (compare v2Kgs 23:33 all + כֶּסֶף); as satisfaction for murder 2Sam 21:4 (+ כֶּסֶף).
6. gold as material: of (nose- or ear-) ring, נֶזֶם Gen 24:22; Exod 32:2; Exod 32:3; Judg 8:24; Judg 8:25; Prov 11:22; Prov 25:12; Job 42:11 of chain Gen 41:42, shields 2Sam 8:7, images of emerods 1Sam 6:4; 1Sam 6:17 and mice v1Sam 6:4 v1Sam 6:11 v1Sam 6:18 בְּמַשְׂכִּיּוֺת כֶּסֶף ׳תַּפּוּחֵי ז Prov 25:11 ׳גֻּלַּת ז Exod 12:6 ׳כְּלֵיזֿ Exod 3:22; Exod 11:2; Exod 12:35; 1Sam 6:8; Ps 105:37 etc.; כְּלֵיכֶֿסֶף וּכְלֵי זָהָב Gen 24:53 as presents to a bride (+ בְּגָדִים); so of presents to secure king's favour 2Sam 8:10 (+ כְּלֵי נְחשֶׁת), and in list of yearly gifts or tribute to Solomon 1Kgs 10:25 = 2Chr 9:24 as material of idols אֱלֹהֵי ׳כֶסֶף וֵאלֹהֵי ז Exod 20:23 compare Exod 32:31; Hos 8:4; Isa 2:20; Isa 30:22; Isa 31:7; Deut 29:16; Ps 115:4; Ps 135:15 as plating of idols Deut 7:25 especially as material of the furnishings of Solomon's temple, or (oftener) the platings of temple, or parts thereof, or of its furnishings 1Kgs 6:20; 1Kgs 6:21 (3 t. in verse); 1Kgs 6:22 (twice in verse); 1Kgs 6:28; 1Kgs 7:48 + 10 t. 1Kgs 6:7 also 2Chr 3:5 (twice in verse); 2Chr 3:6 + 14 t. 2Chr 3:4 cf 1Chr 28:14 (twice in verse) + 14 t. 1Chr 28:29 (David's preparation for temple); see also 2Kgs 24:13 compare 2Kgs 14:14 = 2Chr 25:24; 2Kgs 25:15 = Jer 52:19 (in accounts of plundering temple etc.); but more often still of furnishing and utensils of tabernacle, insignia of high-priest etc., Exod 25:3; Exod 25:11; Exod 25:24 + 97 t. Ex 25-40, Lev 8:9; Num 4:11; Num 8:4 (in case of large objects frequently of plating or sheathing, compare 12 c below) Note the expressions ליהוה ׳תְּנוּפַת ז Exod 35:22 a wave-offering of gold, זְהַב הַתְּנוּפָה Exod 38:24 also זְהַב הַתְּרוּמָה Num 31:52 (all P) compare Ezra 8:25, and (of offering to heathen god) יְכַבֵּד בְּזָהָב Dan 11:38.
7. gold described by its source, especially gold from Ophir (compare Glass: Skizze ii. 357 ff. 368) 1Kgs 9:28; 1Kgs 10:11; 1Kgs 22:49; 1Chr 29:4; 2Chr 8:18; 2Chr 9:10 so perh Jer 10:9 (read אוֺפִיר for אוּפַז Ew Klo and others); זְהַב שְׁבָא Ps 72:15 on פַּרְוָ֑יִם ׳ז 2Chr 3:6 see פרוים; compare further Gen 2:11; Gen 2:12.
8. gold defined by var. adjective and pts.: שָׁחוּט ׳ז beaten gold (see שָׁחַט) 1Kgs 10:16; 1Kgs 10:17 = 2Chr 9:15 (twice in verse); 2Chr 9:16 סָגוּר ׳ז 1Kgs 6:20; 1Kgs 6:21 also 1Kgs 7:49; 1Kgs 7:50; 1Kgs 10:21 = 2Chr 4:20; 2Chr 4:22; 2Chr 9:21 (on meaning see סָגַר); especially (but only P & Chronicles) טָהוֺר ׳ז pure gold Exod 25:11; Exod 25:17; Exod 25:24 + 21 t. Exod 25. 28. 30. 37. 39 (of equipments of tabernacle and high priest's insignia), 1Chr 28:17; 2Chr 3:4; 2Chr 9:17 compare טוֺב ׳ז 2Chr 3:5; 2Chr 3:8 on מוּפָז ׳ז 1Kgs 10:18, AV best gold, compare אוּפָז, פָּזַז.
9. ׳ז as measure of weight and value:
  a. = gold-shekel, מִשְׁקָלָם ׳עֲשָׂרָה ז Gen 24:22 ׳כַּף אַחַת עֲשָׂרָה ז Num 7:14 + 11 t. Num 7 אֶלֶף ׳וּשְׁבַעמֵֿאוֺת ז Judg 8:26, compare 1Kgs 10:16; 2Kgs 5:5; 2Chr 9:15; 2Chr 9:16 וָכָ֑סֶף ׳אַלְפֵי ז Ps 119:72 compare further Josh 7:21 but also (only Chronicles) שֶׁקֶל expressed: מִשְׁקַל ׳שִׁקְלֵי ז שֵׁשׁ מֵאוֺת 1Chr 21:25 (50 shekels of silver in || 2Sam 24:24); ׳וּמִשְׁקָל לְמִסְמְרוֺת לִשְׁקָלִים חֲמִשִּׁים ז 2Chr 3:9.
  b. ׳שְׁלשֶׁת מָנִים ז 1Kgs 10:17 three minas of gold (see מָנֶה).
  c. ׳כִּכַּר ז talent of gold 2Sam 12:30; 1Kgs 9:14 + (see כִּכָּר).
  d. זָהָב דַּרְכְּמוֺנִים שֵׁשׁרִֿבּאֹוֺת וָאֶלֶף Ezra 2:69 compare Neh 7:69; Neh 7:70; Neh 7:71 also עֶשְׂרִים לַאֲדַרְכֹּנִים אָ֑לָף ׳וּכְפֹרֵי ז Ezra 8:27 (see דַּרְכְּמוֺן); — with the above should perhaps be compared מִכִּיס ׳הַזָּלִים ז Isa 46:6 i.e. the gold used in making the god was the coin carried in the bag.
10. ׳ז = golden oil, from colour, Zech 4:12.
11. ׳ז often named with כֶּסֶף, and then, in earlier and sometimes in later writings, follows it: בַּכֶּסֶף וּבַזָּהָב Gen 13:2 (J), compare Gen 24:35; Gen 24:53; Gen 44:8 (all J) Exod 3:22; Exod 11:2; Exod 12:35; Num 22:18; Num 24:13 (all E), Josh 6:19; Josh 6:24 (JE), Deut 7:25; Deut 17:17; Deut 29:16; 2Sam 8:11; 2Sam 21:4; 1Kgs 7:51; 1Kgs 15:15; 1Kgs 15:18; 1Kgs 15:19; 2Kgs 7:8; 2Kgs 16:8; 2Kgs 18:14; 2Kgs 20:13; 2Kgs 23:33; 2Kgs 23:35 (twice in verse); Hos 2:10; Hos 8:4; Hos 60:9; Hos 38:13; Joel 4:5, Prov 22:1; Ps 105:37; Ps 115:4; Ps 135:15; 2Chr 1:15; 2Chr 5:1; Ezra 1:4; Ezra 8:25; Dan 11:8; Eccl 2:8 +; in later writings ׳ז often precedes Ezek 28:4; Zech 14:14; Mal 3:3; 1Chr 18:10; 1Chr 22:14; 1Chr 22:16; 1Chr 28:15; 1Chr 28:16; 1Chr 29:3; 1Chr 29:4; 1Chr 29:5; 1Chr 29:7; 2Chr 9:14; 2Chr 9:21; 2Chr 24:14; 2Chr 25:24; Ezra 1:11; Ps 119:72; Song 1:11; Dan 11:38 +, and so in P, Exod 25:3; Exod 31:4; Exod 35:5; Exod 35:32; Num 31:32 yet also as early as Hab 2:19; 1Kgs 10:22; 2Kgs 25:15.
12. the chief verbs used with ׳ז are:
  a. עָשָׂה make of (c. 2 accusative) 1Kgs 7:48 (compare v1Kgs 7:49 v1Kgs 7:49 v1Kgs 7:50 v1Kgs 7:50) 1Kgs 10:16; 1Kgs 12:28; 1Kgs 14:26; 2Chr 4:7; 2Chr 4:8; 2Chr 4:19; 2Chr 12:9; 2Chr 13:8, and especially in P (tabernacle) Exod 25:11; Exod 25:17; Exod 25:18 + 35 t. Ex 25-39; also followed by בְּ work in gold, וּבַכֶּסֶף וּבַנְּחשֶׁת ׳לַעֲשׂוֺת בַּזּ Exod 31:4; Exod 35:32, also (+ בַּבַּרְזֶל, etc.), 2Chr 2:6; 2Chr 2:13
  b. יָצַק (object ׳טַבְּעֹת ז) Exod 25:12; Exod 37:3; Exod 37:13 (all P);
  c. צִפָּה overlay with (c. 2 accusative) 1Kgs 6:20; 1Kgs 6:21 (twice in verse); 1Kgs 6:22; 1Kgs 6:28; 1Kgs 6:30; 1Kgs 6:32; 1Kgs 6:35 (1Kgs 6:32 v1Kgs 6:35 one accusative omitted), 1Kgs 10:18; 2Chr 3:4; 2Chr 3:10; 2Chr 9:17, and especially P (tabernacle) Exod 25:11; Exod 25:13; Exod 25:24; Exod 25:28 + 15 t. Ex 26-37; in same sense
  d. ׳וַיְחַפֵּהוּ ז 2Chr 3:5 compare v2Chr 3:7 v2Chr 3:8 v2Chr 3:9, and
  e. וָכֶסֶף ׳תָּפוּשׂ ז Hab 2:19 encased in gold and silver; also feminine יְרַקְּעֶנּוּ ׳בַּזּ Isa 40:19
  g. רדד Hiph`il, ׳וַיָּ֫רֶב עַלהַֿכְּרוּבִים וְעַלהַֿתִּמֹּרוֺת אֶתהַֿזּ 1Kgs 6:32 and he spread upon the cherubim and upon the palm-trees the gold; further
  h. בָּחַן try, Zech 13:9 compare
  i. זִקַּק Mal 3:3. — On דִּי זָהָב, proper name; on מֵי זָהָב proper name see below מַיִם.

BDB9429 H1722 H2091

BDB9428 | BIBLICAL ARAMAIC | BDB9430

דָּהָב23 noun masculineDan 2:32 gold (so ᵑ7 Syriac; Biblical Hebrew זָהָב); — absolute ׳ד Dan 2:32 +, דְּהַ֑ב Ezra 7:15 emphatic דַּהֲבָה Ezra 5:14; Ezra 6:5; Ezra 7:18, בָא- Dan 2:35 + 15 t. Daniel.

gold, golden, weather
zāhāb
gold, figuratively, something gold-colored (i.e., yellow), as oil, a clear sky
  • gold
    • as precious metal
      • "as a measure of weight"of brilliance, splendor (figuratively)

וְ נֵרֹֽתֵי הֶם֙
וְ
Prefix — connector and (sometimes: but, so, then)
נֵרֹֽתֵי
Root word lamps, lamp, candle, light, candles
הֶם֙
Suffix — pronoun their / them
Dictionary form: נִיר · neer

Noun — Common, masculine plural, construct state plural — usually add "-s"; "___ of …" — bound to the next word

In the KJV here: and for their lamps
the lamps ×9 lamps ×5 a light ×3 and his lamps ×2 and the lamps ×2 is a lamp ×2 is the candle ×2 a lamp ×1
More options
lamp — Most direct modern equivalent; portable light source.
light — Broader, more poetic; suits metaphorical or figurative contexts.
flame — Emphasizes the burning aspect; vivid and evocative.
torch — Implies a handheld, carried light; good for active scenes.
lantern — Suggests an enclosed vessel; fits domestic or sanctuary settings.

BDB5088 H5216

BDB5087 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB5089

I. נֵר noun masculineExod 25:37 lamp; — ׳נ absolute Exod 27:20 +, construct 1Sam 3:3 +; suffix נֵרִי Ps 18:29, נֵירִי || 2Sam 22:29, etc.; plural נֵרוֺת absolute Lev 24:4 +; construct Exod 39:37 suffix נֵרֹתֶיהָ Exod 25:37 (twice in verse) +, נֵרֹתֵיהֶם 1Chr 28:15; 2Chr 4:20 — lampin shrine at Shiloh 1Sam 3:3 especially of lampsin temple 1Kgs 7:49 + 7 t. Chronicles, and in tabernacle Exod 25:37 (twice in verse) + 15 t. P; compare in Zechariah's vision Zech 4:2 (twice in verse) as token of merrymaking Jer 25:10 used in search Zeph 1:12, compare (figurative) נִשְׁמַת אָדָם ׳נֵר י Prov 20:27 used in household work Prov 31:18 figurative of prosperity יִשְׂרָאֵל ׳נ 2Sam 21:17 (embodied in David); also Job 18:6; Job 21:17; Job 29:3; Ps 18:29 = 2Sam 22:29; Ps 132:17; Prov 13:9; Prov 20:20; Prov 24:20 of God's word as a guide Ps 119:105, compare Prov 6:23.

BDB5090 H5216

BDB5089 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB5091

I. נִיר noun [masculine] lamp; — always figurative ׳לְמַעַן הֱיוֺתנֿ לְדָוִיד 1Kgs 11:26, i.e. that his family may remain on the throne; compare 1Kgs 15:4; 2Kgs 8:19 = 2Chr 21:7 happiness, delight (construct) נִר רְשָׁעִים Prov 21:4 (so Vrss Thes Buhl Now Wild, > Ew Del SS Frankenb = II. נִיר below II. ניר below).

BDB5183 H5215 H5216

BDB5182 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB5184

II. נִיר noun [masculine] the tillable, untilled or fallow ground; — ׳נ absolute as accusative of congnate meaning with verb נִירוּ לָכֶם נִ֑יר Hos 10:12; Jer 4:3 till you the untilled ground (figurative of unaccustomed moral action); construct only רָבאֹֿכֶל נִיר רָאשִׁים Prov 13:23 abundant food (yields) the fallow ground of poor men (i.e. with ׳י's blessing). — I. נִיר see נור. p. 632f

BDB9701 H5135 H5216

BDB9700 | BIBLICAL ARAMAIC | BDB9702

נוּר17 noun feminineDan 3:6 and masculineDan 7:9 fire (ᵑ7 Syriac; see √ נור Biblical Hebrew); — absolute ׳נ Dan 3:27; Dan 7:9 (twice in verse); Dan 7:10 emphatic נוּרָא Dan 3:6 + 12 t. 3.

lamps, lamp, candle, light, candles
nîr
a lamp (i.e., the burner) or light (literally or figuratively)
  • lamp

זָהָ֔ב
זָהָ֔ב
Root word gold, golden, weather
Dictionary form: זָהָב · dzaw-HAWB

Noun — Common, masculine singular, absolute state

In the KJV here: of gold
of gold ×117 gold ×69 and gold ×29 and the gold ×15 with gold ×15 golden ×14 the gold ×13 the golden ×11
More options
gold — Default choice; works as noun in most contexts.
golden — Use as adjective when modifying a noun.
made of gold — Clarifies material when construction is ambiguous.
gold plating — Use when context implies a surface coating or overlay.
pure gold — Emphasizes quality or purity in cultic/royal contexts.

BDB2294 H2091

BDB2293 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB2295

זָהָב385noun masculineGen 2:12 gold (Late Hebrew id.; Arabic Sabean דֿהב e.g. Os29 DHMZMG 1883, 338; Aramaic דְּהַב, , Palmyrene דהבא VogNo. 23) — ׳ז absolute Gen 2:11 + 364 t.; construct Gen 2:12 + 6 t.; suffix זְהָבִי 1Kgs 20:7 + 2 t.; זְהָֽבְךָ 1Kgs 20:3; 1Kgs 20:5 זְהָבֶ֑ךָ Isa 30:22 זְהָבוֺ Isa 2:20; Isa 31:7 זְהָבָם Hos 8:4 + 4 t.; — gold,

1. = gold-ore, gold in a raw state, Gen 2:11; Gen 2:12; Jer 10:9; Prov 17:3; Prov 27:21; Job 28:1 +; perhaps also 1Kgs 9:28; 1Kgs 10:11; 1Kgs 22:49 etc.; compare ׳עַפְרֹת ז Job 28:6 gold-dust; see also Zech 13:9 (simile of tried people ׳י) and compare Mal 3:3 likewise Job 23:10 (simile of Job's purity, as shewn by divine tests); מִצָּפוֺן זָהָב Job 37:22 is dubious
**read perhaps זֹהַר Du and Dr; Ew De and others out of the North comes gold; others, however, golden light, brightness, of sun after clouds dispersed by north wind, ᵐ5 Rabb Da and others; or golden splendour of God coming from north BöÄ 76 Hi and others; Siegf conjecture יהוה for זהב
2. gold as wealth Gen 13:2 (J; + מִקְנֶה, כֶּסֶף) Gen 24:34 (J; + צאֹן, בָּקָר, כֶּסֶף, עֲבָדִם, שְׁפָחֹת, גְּמַלִּים, חֲמֹרִים) compare Hos 2:8; Isa 2:7; Deut 8:13; Deut 17:17; Job 3:15; Job 31:24; Zech 14:14; Ezra 1:4; Ezra 1:6 +; in general, as precious: נִבְחָר שֵׁם מֵעשֶׁר רָ֑ב מִכֶּסֶף וּמִזָּהָב חֵן טוֺב Prov 22:1 to be chosen is a name more than great riches, and good favour more than silver and than gold; Job 28:17 (of wisdom) gold and glass do not equal it; Ps 19:10 (ordinances of ׳י) which are more to be desired than gold; compare Ps 119:72; Ps 119:127; also metaphor of princes and chief men of Zion Lam 4:1 (compare vLam 4:2).
3. gold as spoil of war Josh 6:19 (+ כֶּסֶף, כְּלֵינְֿחשֶׁת, בַּרְזֶל) so vJosh 6:24, compare Josh 7:21; Josh 7:24; Josh 22:8; 2Kgs 7:8 +.
4. gold as merchandise Ezek 27:22 (+ אֶבֶן יְקָרָה, ראֹשׁ כָּלבּֿשֶֹׁם), compare also gold from Ophir 1Kgs 9:28 etc. (see below 7 below)
5. gold as costly gift: to a prophet ׳מְלֹא בֵּיתוֺ כֶּסֶף וְז (hypothet.), Num 22:18; Num 24:13 (both E); brought by queen of Sheba to Solomon 1Kgs 10:2; 1Kgs 10:10 (both + אֶבֶן יְקָרָה and בְּשָׂמִים) = 2Chr 9:1; 2Chr 9:9 as tribute 2Kgs 23:35 (twice in verse) (compare v2Kgs 23:33 all + כֶּסֶף); as satisfaction for murder 2Sam 21:4 (+ כֶּסֶף).
6. gold as material: of (nose- or ear-) ring, נֶזֶם Gen 24:22; Exod 32:2; Exod 32:3; Judg 8:24; Judg 8:25; Prov 11:22; Prov 25:12; Job 42:11 of chain Gen 41:42, shields 2Sam 8:7, images of emerods 1Sam 6:4; 1Sam 6:17 and mice v1Sam 6:4 v1Sam 6:11 v1Sam 6:18 בְּמַשְׂכִּיּוֺת כֶּסֶף ׳תַּפּוּחֵי ז Prov 25:11 ׳גֻּלַּת ז Exod 12:6 ׳כְּלֵיזֿ Exod 3:22; Exod 11:2; Exod 12:35; 1Sam 6:8; Ps 105:37 etc.; כְּלֵיכֶֿסֶף וּכְלֵי זָהָב Gen 24:53 as presents to a bride (+ בְּגָדִים); so of presents to secure king's favour 2Sam 8:10 (+ כְּלֵי נְחשֶׁת), and in list of yearly gifts or tribute to Solomon 1Kgs 10:25 = 2Chr 9:24 as material of idols אֱלֹהֵי ׳כֶסֶף וֵאלֹהֵי ז Exod 20:23 compare Exod 32:31; Hos 8:4; Isa 2:20; Isa 30:22; Isa 31:7; Deut 29:16; Ps 115:4; Ps 135:15 as plating of idols Deut 7:25 especially as material of the furnishings of Solomon's temple, or (oftener) the platings of temple, or parts thereof, or of its furnishings 1Kgs 6:20; 1Kgs 6:21 (3 t. in verse); 1Kgs 6:22 (twice in verse); 1Kgs 6:28; 1Kgs 7:48 + 10 t. 1Kgs 6:7 also 2Chr 3:5 (twice in verse); 2Chr 3:6 + 14 t. 2Chr 3:4 cf 1Chr 28:14 (twice in verse) + 14 t. 1Chr 28:29 (David's preparation for temple); see also 2Kgs 24:13 compare 2Kgs 14:14 = 2Chr 25:24; 2Kgs 25:15 = Jer 52:19 (in accounts of plundering temple etc.); but more often still of furnishing and utensils of tabernacle, insignia of high-priest etc., Exod 25:3; Exod 25:11; Exod 25:24 + 97 t. Ex 25-40, Lev 8:9; Num 4:11; Num 8:4 (in case of large objects frequently of plating or sheathing, compare 12 c below) Note the expressions ליהוה ׳תְּנוּפַת ז Exod 35:22 a wave-offering of gold, זְהַב הַתְּנוּפָה Exod 38:24 also זְהַב הַתְּרוּמָה Num 31:52 (all P) compare Ezra 8:25, and (of offering to heathen god) יְכַבֵּד בְּזָהָב Dan 11:38.
7. gold described by its source, especially gold from Ophir (compare Glass: Skizze ii. 357 ff. 368) 1Kgs 9:28; 1Kgs 10:11; 1Kgs 22:49; 1Chr 29:4; 2Chr 8:18; 2Chr 9:10 so perh Jer 10:9 (read אוֺפִיר for אוּפַז Ew Klo and others); זְהַב שְׁבָא Ps 72:15 on פַּרְוָ֑יִם ׳ז 2Chr 3:6 see פרוים; compare further Gen 2:11; Gen 2:12.
8. gold defined by var. adjective and pts.: שָׁחוּט ׳ז beaten gold (see שָׁחַט) 1Kgs 10:16; 1Kgs 10:17 = 2Chr 9:15 (twice in verse); 2Chr 9:16 סָגוּר ׳ז 1Kgs 6:20; 1Kgs 6:21 also 1Kgs 7:49; 1Kgs 7:50; 1Kgs 10:21 = 2Chr 4:20; 2Chr 4:22; 2Chr 9:21 (on meaning see סָגַר); especially (but only P & Chronicles) טָהוֺר ׳ז pure gold Exod 25:11; Exod 25:17; Exod 25:24 + 21 t. Exod 25. 28. 30. 37. 39 (of equipments of tabernacle and high priest's insignia), 1Chr 28:17; 2Chr 3:4; 2Chr 9:17 compare טוֺב ׳ז 2Chr 3:5; 2Chr 3:8 on מוּפָז ׳ז 1Kgs 10:18, AV best gold, compare אוּפָז, פָּזַז.
9. ׳ז as measure of weight and value:
  a. = gold-shekel, מִשְׁקָלָם ׳עֲשָׂרָה ז Gen 24:22 ׳כַּף אַחַת עֲשָׂרָה ז Num 7:14 + 11 t. Num 7 אֶלֶף ׳וּשְׁבַעמֵֿאוֺת ז Judg 8:26, compare 1Kgs 10:16; 2Kgs 5:5; 2Chr 9:15; 2Chr 9:16 וָכָ֑סֶף ׳אַלְפֵי ז Ps 119:72 compare further Josh 7:21 but also (only Chronicles) שֶׁקֶל expressed: מִשְׁקַל ׳שִׁקְלֵי ז שֵׁשׁ מֵאוֺת 1Chr 21:25 (50 shekels of silver in || 2Sam 24:24); ׳וּמִשְׁקָל לְמִסְמְרוֺת לִשְׁקָלִים חֲמִשִּׁים ז 2Chr 3:9.
  b. ׳שְׁלשֶׁת מָנִים ז 1Kgs 10:17 three minas of gold (see מָנֶה).
  c. ׳כִּכַּר ז talent of gold 2Sam 12:30; 1Kgs 9:14 + (see כִּכָּר).
  d. זָהָב דַּרְכְּמוֺנִים שֵׁשׁרִֿבּאֹוֺת וָאֶלֶף Ezra 2:69 compare Neh 7:69; Neh 7:70; Neh 7:71 also עֶשְׂרִים לַאֲדַרְכֹּנִים אָ֑לָף ׳וּכְפֹרֵי ז Ezra 8:27 (see דַּרְכְּמוֺן); — with the above should perhaps be compared מִכִּיס ׳הַזָּלִים ז Isa 46:6 i.e. the gold used in making the god was the coin carried in the bag.
10. ׳ז = golden oil, from colour, Zech 4:12.
11. ׳ז often named with כֶּסֶף, and then, in earlier and sometimes in later writings, follows it: בַּכֶּסֶף וּבַזָּהָב Gen 13:2 (J), compare Gen 24:35; Gen 24:53; Gen 44:8 (all J) Exod 3:22; Exod 11:2; Exod 12:35; Num 22:18; Num 24:13 (all E), Josh 6:19; Josh 6:24 (JE), Deut 7:25; Deut 17:17; Deut 29:16; 2Sam 8:11; 2Sam 21:4; 1Kgs 7:51; 1Kgs 15:15; 1Kgs 15:18; 1Kgs 15:19; 2Kgs 7:8; 2Kgs 16:8; 2Kgs 18:14; 2Kgs 20:13; 2Kgs 23:33; 2Kgs 23:35 (twice in verse); Hos 2:10; Hos 8:4; Hos 60:9; Hos 38:13; Joel 4:5, Prov 22:1; Ps 105:37; Ps 115:4; Ps 135:15; 2Chr 1:15; 2Chr 5:1; Ezra 1:4; Ezra 8:25; Dan 11:8; Eccl 2:8 +; in later writings ׳ז often precedes Ezek 28:4; Zech 14:14; Mal 3:3; 1Chr 18:10; 1Chr 22:14; 1Chr 22:16; 1Chr 28:15; 1Chr 28:16; 1Chr 29:3; 1Chr 29:4; 1Chr 29:5; 1Chr 29:7; 2Chr 9:14; 2Chr 9:21; 2Chr 24:14; 2Chr 25:24; Ezra 1:11; Ps 119:72; Song 1:11; Dan 11:38 +, and so in P, Exod 25:3; Exod 31:4; Exod 35:5; Exod 35:32; Num 31:32 yet also as early as Hab 2:19; 1Kgs 10:22; 2Kgs 25:15.
12. the chief verbs used with ׳ז are:
  a. עָשָׂה make of (c. 2 accusative) 1Kgs 7:48 (compare v1Kgs 7:49 v1Kgs 7:49 v1Kgs 7:50 v1Kgs 7:50) 1Kgs 10:16; 1Kgs 12:28; 1Kgs 14:26; 2Chr 4:7; 2Chr 4:8; 2Chr 4:19; 2Chr 12:9; 2Chr 13:8, and especially in P (tabernacle) Exod 25:11; Exod 25:17; Exod 25:18 + 35 t. Ex 25-39; also followed by בְּ work in gold, וּבַכֶּסֶף וּבַנְּחשֶׁת ׳לַעֲשׂוֺת בַּזּ Exod 31:4; Exod 35:32, also (+ בַּבַּרְזֶל, etc.), 2Chr 2:6; 2Chr 2:13
  b. יָצַק (object ׳טַבְּעֹת ז) Exod 25:12; Exod 37:3; Exod 37:13 (all P);
  c. צִפָּה overlay with (c. 2 accusative) 1Kgs 6:20; 1Kgs 6:21 (twice in verse); 1Kgs 6:22; 1Kgs 6:28; 1Kgs 6:30; 1Kgs 6:32; 1Kgs 6:35 (1Kgs 6:32 v1Kgs 6:35 one accusative omitted), 1Kgs 10:18; 2Chr 3:4; 2Chr 3:10; 2Chr 9:17, and especially P (tabernacle) Exod 25:11; Exod 25:13; Exod 25:24; Exod 25:28 + 15 t. Ex 26-37; in same sense
  d. ׳וַיְחַפֵּהוּ ז 2Chr 3:5 compare v2Chr 3:7 v2Chr 3:8 v2Chr 3:9, and
  e. וָכֶסֶף ׳תָּפוּשׂ ז Hab 2:19 encased in gold and silver; also feminine יְרַקְּעֶנּוּ ׳בַּזּ Isa 40:19
  g. רדד Hiph`il, ׳וַיָּ֫רֶב עַלהַֿכְּרוּבִים וְעַלהַֿתִּמֹּרוֺת אֶתהַֿזּ 1Kgs 6:32 and he spread upon the cherubim and upon the palm-trees the gold; further
  h. בָּחַן try, Zech 13:9 compare
  i. זִקַּק Mal 3:3. — On דִּי זָהָב, proper name; on מֵי זָהָב proper name see below מַיִם.

BDB9429 H1722 H2091

BDB9428 | BIBLICAL ARAMAIC | BDB9430

דָּהָב23 noun masculineDan 2:32 gold (so ᵑ7 Syriac; Biblical Hebrew זָהָב); — absolute ׳ד Dan 2:32 +, דְּהַ֑ב Ezra 7:15 emphatic דַּהֲבָה Ezra 5:14; Ezra 6:5; Ezra 7:18, בָא- Dan 2:35 + 15 t. Daniel.

gold, golden, weather
zāhāb
gold, figuratively, something gold-colored (i.e., yellow), as oil, a clear sky
  • gold
    • as precious metal
      • "as a measure of weight"of brilliance, splendor (figuratively)

בְּ מִשְׁקַל
בְּ
Prefix — preposition in, at, by, with
מִשְׁקַל
Root word weight, weigh
Dictionary form: מִשְׁקָל · mish-KAWL

Noun — Common, masculine singular, construct state "___ of …" — bound to the next word

In the KJV here: by weight
the weight ×15 by weight ×7 weight ×5 and the weight ×3 of the weight ×3 and by weight ×2 in weight ×2 now the weight ×2
More options
weight — Most versatile; suits nearly every context.
measure — Prefer when emphasis is on assessed quantity.
mass — Technical/scientific register; good for precise amounts.
weighed amount — Highlights the act of weighing; good for tallied totals.
load — Emphasizes physical heaviness or burden carried.

BDB9011 H4948

BDB9010 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB9012

מִשְׁקָל noun masculine id.;; — absolute׳מ 1Kgs 25:16+; construct מִשְׁקַל Judg 8:26+; suffix מִשְׁקָלוֺ Gen 24:22+, etc.; — weight Gen 24:22 (twice in verse)(J), Josh 7:21 (JE), Judg 8:26; 1Sam 17:5; 2Sam 12:30; 2Sam 21:16a (2Sam 21:16b read שֶׁקֶל with ᵐ5.[see especially ᵐ5L] We Dr and modern), 1Kgs 7:47; 1Kgs 10:14; Num 7:13 + 11t. Num 7 (P), 7 t. Chronicles; of wind Job 28:25 בְּמִשְׁקָלוֺ Gen 43:21(J) in its (full) weight t, compare ׳מאֹזְנֵי מ Ezek 5:1 ׳בַּמּ by weight Lev 26:26; 1Chr 28:14 a. 1Chr 28:18 ׳בְּמ id. Ezek 4:16 (of bread), Ezra 8:34; 1Chr 28:14b; 1Chr 28:15 (twice in verse); 1Chr 28:17 (twice in verse); ׳בַּמּ Lev 19:35 in respect to weight, compare ׳מ 1Chr 28:16 as to weight, in weight; ׳לֹאהָֿיָה מ (i.e. there was too much to be weighed) 2Kgs 25:16 = Jer 52:20,׳אֵתן מ 1Chr 22:3; 1Chr 22:14.

weight, weigh
mišqāl
weight (numerically estimated); hence, weighing (the act)
  • heaviness, weight

מְנוֹרָ֥ה
מְנוֹרָ֥ה
Root word candlestick, candlesticks
Dictionary form: מְנוֹרָה · meh-noh-RAW

Noun — Common, feminine singular, absolute state

In the KJV here: for every candlestick
the candlestick ×12 of the candlestick ×5 and the candlestick ×4 candlestick ×3 a candlestick ×2 and in the candlestick ×2 and the candlesticks ×2 and a candlestick ×1
More options
lampstand — Most accurate modern term; standard in contemporary Bible translations.
lamp stand — Two-word variant; equally precise, used in some modern versions.
menorah — Retains Hebrew term; ideal for Jewish or liturgical contexts.
oil lamp holder — Descriptive; clarifies function for readers unfamiliar with the object.
lamp post — Informal option; use cautiously, may suggest outdoor street fixture.
torch stand — Emphasizes light-bearing role; less common but contextually vivid.

BDB5092 H4501

BDB5091 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB5093

מְנוֺרָה, מְנֹרָה42 noun feminine lampstand (Ecclus מנורה fire, ); — absolute׳מְנו 2Kgs 4:10 + 9 t.,מְנֹרָה Exod 25:32 (twice in verse) + 19 t.; construct מְנוֺרַת Zech 4:2; 2Chr 13:11 מְנֹרַת, Exod 25:31 + 2 t.; plural מְנֹרוֺת absolute 1Kgs 7:49 + 2 t.; construct 1Chr 28:15 (twice in verse); 2Chr 4:7 — lampstand:

1. in private house 2Kgs 4:10.
2. ten lampstands in temple, plural 1Kgs 7:49 = 2Chr 4:7; Jer 52:19 (so also ᵐ5; omit || 2Kgs 25:14; 2Kgs 25:15, strike out here NowArchaeology ii. 40 < retain Gf Gie), compare 2Chr 4:20, also 1Chr 28:15 (7 t. in verse), but 2Chr 13:11 has ׳מ in singular (as
3.); compare singular in Zechariah's vision Zech 4:2.

3. seven-branched lampstand in tabernacle Exod 25:31 (twice in verse); Exod 25:32 (twice in verse) + 15 t. Exodus; Lev 24:4 (with lamps upon it,), Num 3:31; Num 4:9; Num 8:2; Num 8:3; Num 8:4 (twice in verse) (all P). — מָנוֺר see II. ניר.

candlestick, candlesticks
mĕnôrâ
a chandelier
  • lamp stand

וּ מְנוֹרָ֖ה
וּ
Prefix — connector and (sometimes: but, so, then)
מְנוֹרָ֖ה
Root word candlestick, candlesticks
Dictionary form: מְנוֹרָה · meh-noh-RAW

Noun — Common, feminine singular, absolute state

the candlestick ×12 of the candlestick ×5 and the candlestick ×4 candlestick ×3 a candlestick ×2 and in the candlestick ×2 and the candlesticks ×2 and a candlestick ×1
More options
lampstand — Most accurate modern term; standard in contemporary Bible translations.
lamp stand — Two-word variant; equally precise, used in some modern versions.
menorah — Retains Hebrew term; ideal for Jewish or liturgical contexts.
oil lamp holder — Descriptive; clarifies function for readers unfamiliar with the object.
lamp post — Informal option; use cautiously, may suggest outdoor street fixture.
torch stand — Emphasizes light-bearing role; less common but contextually vivid.

BDB5092 H4501

BDB5091 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB5093

מְנוֺרָה, מְנֹרָה42 noun feminine lampstand (Ecclus מנורה fire, ); — absolute׳מְנו 2Kgs 4:10 + 9 t.,מְנֹרָה Exod 25:32 (twice in verse) + 19 t.; construct מְנוֺרַת Zech 4:2; 2Chr 13:11 מְנֹרַת, Exod 25:31 + 2 t.; plural מְנֹרוֺת absolute 1Kgs 7:49 + 2 t.; construct 1Chr 28:15 (twice in verse); 2Chr 4:7 — lampstand:

1. in private house 2Kgs 4:10.
2. ten lampstands in temple, plural 1Kgs 7:49 = 2Chr 4:7; Jer 52:19 (so also ᵐ5; omit || 2Kgs 25:14; 2Kgs 25:15, strike out here NowArchaeology ii. 40 < retain Gf Gie), compare 2Chr 4:20, also 1Chr 28:15 (7 t. in verse), but 2Chr 13:11 has ׳מ in singular (as
3.); compare singular in Zechariah's vision Zech 4:2.

3. seven-branched lampstand in tabernacle Exod 25:31 (twice in verse); Exod 25:32 (twice in verse) + 15 t. Exodus; Lev 24:4 (with lamps upon it,), Num 3:31; Num 4:9; Num 8:2; Num 8:3; Num 8:4 (twice in verse) (all P). — מָנוֺר see II. ניר.

candlestick, candlesticks
mĕnôrâ
a chandelier
  • lamp stand

וְ נֵֽרֹתֶ֑י הָ
וְ
Prefix — connector and (sometimes: but, so, then)
נֵֽרֹתֶ֑י
Root word lamps, lamp, candle, light, candles
הָ
Suffix — pronoun her / it
Dictionary form: נִיר · neer

Noun — Common, masculine plural, construct state plural — usually add "-s"; "___ of …" — bound to the next word

In the KJV here: and for the lamps
the lamps ×9 lamps ×5 a light ×3 and his lamps ×2 and the lamps ×2 is a lamp ×2 is the candle ×2 a lamp ×1
More options
lamp — Most direct modern equivalent; portable light source.
light — Broader, more poetic; suits metaphorical or figurative contexts.
flame — Emphasizes the burning aspect; vivid and evocative.
torch — Implies a handheld, carried light; good for active scenes.
lantern — Suggests an enclosed vessel; fits domestic or sanctuary settings.

BDB5088 H5216

BDB5087 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB5089

I. נֵר noun masculineExod 25:37 lamp; — ׳נ absolute Exod 27:20 +, construct 1Sam 3:3 +; suffix נֵרִי Ps 18:29, נֵירִי || 2Sam 22:29, etc.; plural נֵרוֺת absolute Lev 24:4 +; construct Exod 39:37 suffix נֵרֹתֶיהָ Exod 25:37 (twice in verse) +, נֵרֹתֵיהֶם 1Chr 28:15; 2Chr 4:20 — lampin shrine at Shiloh 1Sam 3:3 especially of lampsin temple 1Kgs 7:49 + 7 t. Chronicles, and in tabernacle Exod 25:37 (twice in verse) + 15 t. P; compare in Zechariah's vision Zech 4:2 (twice in verse) as token of merrymaking Jer 25:10 used in search Zeph 1:12, compare (figurative) נִשְׁמַת אָדָם ׳נֵר י Prov 20:27 used in household work Prov 31:18 figurative of prosperity יִשְׂרָאֵל ׳נ 2Sam 21:17 (embodied in David); also Job 18:6; Job 21:17; Job 29:3; Ps 18:29 = 2Sam 22:29; Ps 132:17; Prov 13:9; Prov 20:20; Prov 24:20 of God's word as a guide Ps 119:105, compare Prov 6:23.

BDB5090 H5216

BDB5089 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB5091

I. נִיר noun [masculine] lamp; — always figurative ׳לְמַעַן הֱיוֺתנֿ לְדָוִיד 1Kgs 11:26, i.e. that his family may remain on the throne; compare 1Kgs 15:4; 2Kgs 8:19 = 2Chr 21:7 happiness, delight (construct) נִר רְשָׁעִים Prov 21:4 (so Vrss Thes Buhl Now Wild, > Ew Del SS Frankenb = II. נִיר below II. ניר below).

BDB5183 H5215 H5216

BDB5182 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB5184

II. נִיר noun [masculine] the tillable, untilled or fallow ground; — ׳נ absolute as accusative of congnate meaning with verb נִירוּ לָכֶם נִ֑יר Hos 10:12; Jer 4:3 till you the untilled ground (figurative of unaccustomed moral action); construct only רָבאֹֿכֶל נִיר רָאשִׁים Prov 13:23 abundant food (yields) the fallow ground of poor men (i.e. with ׳י's blessing). — I. נִיר see נור. p. 632f

BDB9701 H5135 H5216

BDB9700 | BIBLICAL ARAMAIC | BDB9702

נוּר17 noun feminineDan 3:6 and masculineDan 7:9 fire (ᵑ7 Syriac; see √ נור Biblical Hebrew); — absolute ׳נ Dan 3:27; Dan 7:9 (twice in verse); Dan 7:10 emphatic נוּרָא Dan 3:6 + 12 t. 3.

lamps, lamp, candle, light, candles
nîr
a lamp (i.e., the burner) or light (literally or figuratively)
  • lamp

וְ לִ מְנֹר֨וֹת
וְ
Prefix — connector and (sometimes: but, so, then)
לִ
Prefix — preposition to, for
מְנֹר֨וֹת
Root word candlestick, candlesticks
Dictionary form: מְנוֹרָה · meh-noh-RAW

Noun — Common, feminine plural, construct state plural — usually add "-s"; "___ of …" — bound to the next word

In the KJV here: thereof and for the candlesticks
the candlestick ×12 of the candlestick ×5 and the candlestick ×4 candlestick ×3 a candlestick ×2 and in the candlestick ×2 and the candlesticks ×2 and a candlestick ×1
More options
lampstand — Most accurate modern term; standard in contemporary Bible translations.
lamp stand — Two-word variant; equally precise, used in some modern versions.
menorah — Retains Hebrew term; ideal for Jewish or liturgical contexts.
oil lamp holder — Descriptive; clarifies function for readers unfamiliar with the object.
lamp post — Informal option; use cautiously, may suggest outdoor street fixture.
torch stand — Emphasizes light-bearing role; less common but contextually vivid.

BDB5092 H4501

BDB5091 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB5093

מְנוֺרָה, מְנֹרָה42 noun feminine lampstand (Ecclus מנורה fire, ); — absolute׳מְנו 2Kgs 4:10 + 9 t.,מְנֹרָה Exod 25:32 (twice in verse) + 19 t.; construct מְנוֺרַת Zech 4:2; 2Chr 13:11 מְנֹרַת, Exod 25:31 + 2 t.; plural מְנֹרוֺת absolute 1Kgs 7:49 + 2 t.; construct 1Chr 28:15 (twice in verse); 2Chr 4:7 — lampstand:

1. in private house 2Kgs 4:10.
2. ten lampstands in temple, plural 1Kgs 7:49 = 2Chr 4:7; Jer 52:19 (so also ᵐ5; omit || 2Kgs 25:14; 2Kgs 25:15, strike out here NowArchaeology ii. 40 < retain Gf Gie), compare 2Chr 4:20, also 1Chr 28:15 (7 t. in verse), but 2Chr 13:11 has ׳מ in singular (as
3.); compare singular in Zechariah's vision Zech 4:2.

3. seven-branched lampstand in tabernacle Exod 25:31 (twice in verse); Exod 25:32 (twice in verse) + 15 t. Exodus; Lev 24:4 (with lamps upon it,), Num 3:31; Num 4:9; Num 8:2; Num 8:3; Num 8:4 (twice in verse) (all P). — מָנוֺר see II. ניר.

candlestick, candlesticks
mĕnôrâ
a chandelier
  • lamp stand

הַ כֶּ֤סֶף
הַ
Prefix — article the
כֶּ֤סֶף
Root word silver, money, price, silverlings
Dictionary form: כֶּסֶף · keh-SEP

Noun — Common, masculine singular, absolute state

In the KJV here: of silver
of silver ×85 silver ×59 money ×29 the money ×28 the silver ×25 and silver ×19 pieces of silver ×11 shekels of silver ×10
More options
silver — Primary meaning; use for the metal itself.
money — Use when context implies general currency or payment.
cash — Informal register; suits commercial or everyday transactions.
price — Use when emphasizing cost or valuation of something.
coin — Use when referring to specific minted pieces of currency.
funds — Broader term; suits contexts of wealth or financial resources.

BDB4136 H3701

BDB4135 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB4137

כֶּ֫סֶף402 noun masculineGen 23:9 silver, money (Late Hebrew id.; Phoenician, Zinjirli כסף; Aramaic כַּסְפָּא ; Palmyrene כספא VogNo. 23; Assyrian kaspu; probably the pale metal Thes and others, compare RSJPh xiv,125) — ׳כ absolute Gen 20:16 +, כָּ֑סֶף Exod 21:11 +; construct Exod 43:21 +; suffix כַּסְפִּי Gen 42:28 + 3 t., כַּסְפְּךָ 1Kgs 20:3 + 2 t., כַּסְפֶּ֑ךָ Gen 17:13; Isa 30:22, כַּסְפֵּךְ Isa 1:22, כַּסְפֵּנוּ Gen 31:15 + 2 t., כַּסְפָּם Hos 8:4 + 6 t.; plural suffix כַּסְפֵּיהֶם Gen 42:25; Gen 42:35 — silver,

1. = silver ore, raw silver (rare and mostly late) Job 28:1, also (in figurative) Ezek 22:20; Ezek 22:22; Zech 13:9; Prov 2:4; Prov 17:3; Prov 27:21; Mal 3:3 (twice in verse); Ps 12:7; Ps 66:10; Isa 48:10 ׳הָגוֺ סִיגים מִכּ Prov 25:4 remove dross from silver, compare סִיגִים ׳כ Prov 26:23 and ׳מִגִים כ Ezek 22:18 (ᵑ0; ᵐ5 ׳ס ׳כ; Co strike out in view of vEzek 22:20); נִמְאָס ׳כ Jer 6:30 (compare vJer 6:29), כַּסְפֵּךְ הָיָה לְסִיגִים Isa 1:22.
2. sliver as bright, shining, figurative of dove's wings כַּנְפֵי יוֺנָה נֶחְפָּה בַכֶּ֑סֶף Ps 68:14.
3. silver, as wealth, Gen 13:2 (J) + often (c. 54 t. in all; frequently with gold, etc., see זהב); מְלֹא וזהב ׳בֵיתוֺ כ Num 22:18; Num 24:13 figurative of a slave as valuable, כַּסְפּוֺ הוּא Exod 21:21 (all J E); silver as less valuable than gold 1Kgs 10:21 = 2Chr 9:20 compare also 1Kgs 10:27 = 2Chr 1:15; 2Chr 9:27 נִבְחָר ׳כ choice silver, Prov 18:19; Prov 10:20.
4. silver as spoil of war (with זהב, q. v.) Judg 5:19; 2Sam 8:11 = 1Chr 18:11 + 11 t.
5. sliver as merchandise Ezek 27:12; Prov 3:14 (׳סְחַרכֿ), Zeph 1:12 compare also 1Kgs 10:22 = 2Chr 9:21.
6. silver as costly gift (with זהב, q. v.) 1Kgs 15:18; 1Kgs 15:19 = 2Chr 16:2; 2Chr 16:3; 2Kgs 16:8; 2Kgs 18:15; 2Chr 9:14; 2Chr 17:11; 2Chr 21:3; Isa 60:9; Dan 11:38 (other instances under 8).
7. silver as material (c. 117 t. in all; often with זהב, q. v.), of cup Gen 44:2 compare vGen 44:8 (J), trumpets Num 10:2 (P), ׳כְּלֵיכֿ Gen 24:53 (J) +; of idols Exod 20:23; Isa 2:20; Deut 29:16; Ezek 16:17; Ps 115:4; Ps 135:15 + 4 t., compare Deut 7:25; Jer 10:4; Hab 2:19 especially of fittings of tabernacle Exod 26. 27. 36. 38. (19 t.), and those offered by chiefs of people Num 7 (28 t.), etc.
8. silver as measure of weight and value (c. 184 t.): —
  a. shekels: — שְׁלשִׁים שְׁקָלִים ׳כ Exod 21:32 (JE), compare 2Sam 24:24; Lev 5:15; Num 18:16 (both P), Neh 5:15 also (different order) ׳חֲמִשָּׁה שׁקלים כ Lev 27:6 (twice in verse) (P), compare Josh 7:21 (JE), 2Kgs 15:20, and ׳אַרְבַּע מֵאֹת שֶׁקֶל י Gen 23:15; Gen 23:16, compare Lev 27:3; Lev 27:16 (all P), 1Sam 9:8 once ׳שִׁבְעָה שְׁקָלִים וַעֲשָׂרָה הַכּ Jer 32:9.
  b. more often omitted שׁקל Gen 20:16; Gen 45:22 (E), Gen 37:28 (J), Hos 3:2; Song 8:11 + 17 t.
  c. talents: — ׳כִּכַּר (הַ)כּ Exod 38:27 (P), compare 1Kgs 20:39; 2Kgs 5:22; 2Kgs 15:19; 2Kgs 18:14; 2Kgs 23:33 = 2Chr 36:3; 1Chr 19:6; 2Chr 25:6; 2Chr 27:5; Esth 3:9 ׳עֶשֶׂר כִּכְּרֵיכֿ 2Kgs 5:5 ׳כִּכְּרַיִם כ 1Kgs 16:24; 2Kgs 5:23 אלף אלפים ככרים ׳כ 1Chr 22:14 compare 1Chr 29:7; Ezra 8:26.
  d. minas: — מָנִים חֲמֵשֶׁת אֲלָפִים ׳כ Ezra 2:69 compare Neh 7:70; Neh 7:71.
  e. more often = money, measure of value and exchange (c. 112 t.; not necess. coined) Gen 31:15; Gen 42:25; Gen 42:27 (E), Gen 43:12 (twice in verse); Gen 43:15; Gen 43:18 (J), Gen 23:13; Lev 27:18; Num 3:48 (P), Judg 16:18; 1Kgs 21:2; 2Kgs 12:5 etc.; so Ps 68:31 Che, but see De Grill Bae, and Checritical note.; ׳מִקְנַת כ one bought for money Gen 17:12; Gen 17:13; Gen 17:23; Gen 17:27; Exod 12:44 (all P); מִקְנָתוֺ ׳כ Lev 25:51 (H) money for which he was bought; מָלֵא ׳כ full price Gen 23:9 (P) 1Chr 21:22; 1Chr 21:24 כַּסְפֵּנוּ בְּמִשְׁקָלוֺ Gen 43:21 i.e. our money in full; מִמְכָרוֺ ׳כ Lev 25:50 the price of his sale; אָשָׁם ׳כ 2Kgs 12:7 trespass-money, חַטָּאוֺת ׳כ v.2Kgs 12:7 sin-money, הַכִּפֻּרִים ׳כ Exod 30:16 atonement-money, הַפִּדְיוֺן ׳כ Num 3:49 redemption-money (both P); עֶרְכְּךָ ׳כ Lev 27:15; Lev 27:19 i.e. estimated value, etc.
9. among verbs and phrase with ׳כ are: — צרף try, refine, Zech 13:9; Isa 48:10; Mal 3:3 a Ps 12:7; Ps 66:10 זִקַּק Mal 3:3 b, (compare הִתּוּךְ Ezek 22:22, √ נתך, see vEzek 22:20 vEzek 22:21); יפּה beautify ׳בכ Jer 10:4 ׳תָּפוּשׂ כ Hab 2:19 encased with gold and silver; לְ ׳שָׁקַל אתהַֿכּ weigh out the silver to or for a person Jer 32:9; Gen 23:16 (P) Ezra 8:25, without לְ Jer 32:10, compare Exod 22:16 (E), 1Kgs 20:39 ׳ב ׳שׁקל כ Isa 55:2 = spend money for; מְחִירָהּ ׳לֹא יִשָּׁקֵל כ Job 28:15 ׳וַיִּשְׁקְלוּ אֶתשְֿׂכָרִי שׁלשׁים כ Zech 11:12 בַּקָּנֶה ישׁקלו ׳כ Isa 46:6, of wighing material for idol; ׳מָכַר בכ sell for money Amos 2:6; Gen 37:28 (J), Deut 21:14 ׳נָתַן בכ Deut 2:28b 1Kgs 21:6; 1Kgs 21:15; Gen 23:9 (P), 1Chr 21:22 also, of food, ׳הִשְׁבִּיר ב Deut 2:28 a; השׂדה ׳נתן כ Gen 23:13 (P) pay the price of the field; ׳קָנָה בְכ buy something for money Amos 8:6; Jer 32:25; Jer 32:44; Isa 43:24; 1Chr 21:24, compare ׳קָנָה נֶפֶשׁ קִנְיַן כ Lev 22:11 (H); ׳שׁבר בכ Deut 2:6 a Isa 55:1 ׳כרה בכ Deut 2:6b; peculiar is its use with פָּדָה, redeem (q. v.) in Num 18:16 ׳לקח כ receive money 2Kgs 5:26; 2Kgs 12:8; 2Kgs 12:9 ׳לָוָה כ Neh 5:4 borrow money; הִלְוָה Exod 22:24 (JE) lend money to (c. 2 accusative); בְּנֶשֶׁךְ ׳נתן כ give money on usury Lev 25:37 (H), Ps 15:5 compare לֹא תַשִּׁיךְ ׳לְאָחִיךָ נֶשֶׁךְ כ Deut 23:20.

silver, money, price, silverlings
kesep
silver (from its pale color); by implication, money
  • silver, money
    • silver
      • as metal
        • "as ornament"as color
      money, shekels, talents

בְּ מִשְׁקָל֙
בְּ
Prefix — preposition in, at, by, with
מִשְׁקָל֙
Root word weight, weigh
Dictionary form: מִשְׁקָל · mish-KAWL

Noun — Common, masculine singular, absolute state

In the KJV here: by weight
the weight ×15 by weight ×7 weight ×5 and the weight ×3 of the weight ×3 and by weight ×2 in weight ×2 now the weight ×2
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weight — Most versatile; suits nearly every context.
measure — Prefer when emphasis is on assessed quantity.
mass — Technical/scientific register; good for precise amounts.
weighed amount — Highlights the act of weighing; good for tallied totals.
load — Emphasizes physical heaviness or burden carried.

BDB9011 H4948

BDB9010 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB9012

מִשְׁקָל noun masculine id.;; — absolute׳מ 1Kgs 25:16+; construct מִשְׁקַל Judg 8:26+; suffix מִשְׁקָלוֺ Gen 24:22+, etc.; — weight Gen 24:22 (twice in verse)(J), Josh 7:21 (JE), Judg 8:26; 1Sam 17:5; 2Sam 12:30; 2Sam 21:16a (2Sam 21:16b read שֶׁקֶל with ᵐ5.[see especially ᵐ5L] We Dr and modern), 1Kgs 7:47; 1Kgs 10:14; Num 7:13 + 11t. Num 7 (P), 7 t. Chronicles; of wind Job 28:25 בְּמִשְׁקָלוֺ Gen 43:21(J) in its (full) weight t, compare ׳מאֹזְנֵי מ Ezek 5:1 ׳בַּמּ by weight Lev 26:26; 1Chr 28:14 a. 1Chr 28:18 ׳בְּמ id. Ezek 4:16 (of bread), Ezra 8:34; 1Chr 28:14b; 1Chr 28:15 (twice in verse); 1Chr 28:17 (twice in verse); ׳בַּמּ Lev 19:35 in respect to weight, compare ׳מ 1Chr 28:16 as to weight, in weight; ׳לֹאהָֿיָה מ (i.e. there was too much to be weighed) 2Kgs 25:16 = Jer 52:20,׳אֵתן מ 1Chr 22:3; 1Chr 22:14.

weight, weigh
mišqāl
weight (numerically estimated); hence, weighing (the act)
  • heaviness, weight

לִ מְנוֹרָ֣ה
לִ
Prefix — preposition to, for
מְנוֹרָ֣ה
Root word candlestick, candlesticks
Dictionary form: מְנוֹרָה · meh-noh-RAW

Noun — Common, feminine singular, absolute state

In the KJV here: both for the candlestick
the candlestick ×12 of the candlestick ×5 and the candlestick ×4 candlestick ×3 a candlestick ×2 and in the candlestick ×2 and the candlesticks ×2 and a candlestick ×1
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lampstand — Most accurate modern term; standard in contemporary Bible translations.
lamp stand — Two-word variant; equally precise, used in some modern versions.
menorah — Retains Hebrew term; ideal for Jewish or liturgical contexts.
oil lamp holder — Descriptive; clarifies function for readers unfamiliar with the object.
lamp post — Informal option; use cautiously, may suggest outdoor street fixture.
torch stand — Emphasizes light-bearing role; less common but contextually vivid.

BDB5092 H4501

BDB5091 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB5093

מְנוֺרָה, מְנֹרָה42 noun feminine lampstand (Ecclus מנורה fire, ); — absolute׳מְנו 2Kgs 4:10 + 9 t.,מְנֹרָה Exod 25:32 (twice in verse) + 19 t.; construct מְנוֺרַת Zech 4:2; 2Chr 13:11 מְנֹרַת, Exod 25:31 + 2 t.; plural מְנֹרוֺת absolute 1Kgs 7:49 + 2 t.; construct 1Chr 28:15 (twice in verse); 2Chr 4:7 — lampstand:

1. in private house 2Kgs 4:10.
2. ten lampstands in temple, plural 1Kgs 7:49 = 2Chr 4:7; Jer 52:19 (so also ᵐ5; omit || 2Kgs 25:14; 2Kgs 25:15, strike out here NowArchaeology ii. 40 < retain Gf Gie), compare 2Chr 4:20, also 1Chr 28:15 (7 t. in verse), but 2Chr 13:11 has ׳מ in singular (as
3.); compare singular in Zechariah's vision Zech 4:2.

3. seven-branched lampstand in tabernacle Exod 25:31 (twice in verse); Exod 25:32 (twice in verse) + 15 t. Exodus; Lev 24:4 (with lamps upon it,), Num 3:31; Num 4:9; Num 8:2; Num 8:3; Num 8:4 (twice in verse) (all P). — מָנוֺר see II. ניר.

candlestick, candlesticks
mĕnôrâ
a chandelier
  • lamp stand

וְ נֵֽרֹתֶ֔י הָ
וְ
Prefix — connector and (sometimes: but, so, then)
נֵֽרֹתֶ֔י
Root word lamps, lamp, candle, light, candles
הָ
Suffix — pronoun her / it
Dictionary form: נִיר · neer

Noun — Common, masculine plural, construct state plural — usually add "-s"; "___ of …" — bound to the next word

In the KJV here: and also for the lamps
the lamps ×9 lamps ×5 a light ×3 and his lamps ×2 and the lamps ×2 is a lamp ×2 is the candle ×2 a lamp ×1
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lamp — Most direct modern equivalent; portable light source.
light — Broader, more poetic; suits metaphorical or figurative contexts.
flame — Emphasizes the burning aspect; vivid and evocative.
torch — Implies a handheld, carried light; good for active scenes.
lantern — Suggests an enclosed vessel; fits domestic or sanctuary settings.

BDB5088 H5216

BDB5087 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB5089

I. נֵר noun masculineExod 25:37 lamp; — ׳נ absolute Exod 27:20 +, construct 1Sam 3:3 +; suffix נֵרִי Ps 18:29, נֵירִי || 2Sam 22:29, etc.; plural נֵרוֺת absolute Lev 24:4 +; construct Exod 39:37 suffix נֵרֹתֶיהָ Exod 25:37 (twice in verse) +, נֵרֹתֵיהֶם 1Chr 28:15; 2Chr 4:20 — lampin shrine at Shiloh 1Sam 3:3 especially of lampsin temple 1Kgs 7:49 + 7 t. Chronicles, and in tabernacle Exod 25:37 (twice in verse) + 15 t. P; compare in Zechariah's vision Zech 4:2 (twice in verse) as token of merrymaking Jer 25:10 used in search Zeph 1:12, compare (figurative) נִשְׁמַת אָדָם ׳נֵר י Prov 20:27 used in household work Prov 31:18 figurative of prosperity יִשְׂרָאֵל ׳נ 2Sam 21:17 (embodied in David); also Job 18:6; Job 21:17; Job 29:3; Ps 18:29 = 2Sam 22:29; Ps 132:17; Prov 13:9; Prov 20:20; Prov 24:20 of God's word as a guide Ps 119:105, compare Prov 6:23.

BDB5090 H5216

BDB5089 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB5091

I. נִיר noun [masculine] lamp; — always figurative ׳לְמַעַן הֱיוֺתנֿ לְדָוִיד 1Kgs 11:26, i.e. that his family may remain on the throne; compare 1Kgs 15:4; 2Kgs 8:19 = 2Chr 21:7 happiness, delight (construct) נִר רְשָׁעִים Prov 21:4 (so Vrss Thes Buhl Now Wild, > Ew Del SS Frankenb = II. נִיר below II. ניר below).

BDB5183 H5215 H5216

BDB5182 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB5184

II. נִיר noun [masculine] the tillable, untilled or fallow ground; — ׳נ absolute as accusative of congnate meaning with verb נִירוּ לָכֶם נִ֑יר Hos 10:12; Jer 4:3 till you the untilled ground (figurative of unaccustomed moral action); construct only רָבאֹֿכֶל נִיר רָאשִׁים Prov 13:23 abundant food (yields) the fallow ground of poor men (i.e. with ׳י's blessing). — I. נִיר see נור. p. 632f

BDB9701 H5135 H5216

BDB9700 | BIBLICAL ARAMAIC | BDB9702

נוּר17 noun feminineDan 3:6 and masculineDan 7:9 fire (ᵑ7 Syriac; see √ נור Biblical Hebrew); — absolute ׳נ Dan 3:27; Dan 7:9 (twice in verse); Dan 7:10 emphatic נוּרָא Dan 3:6 + 12 t. 3.

lamps, lamp, candle, light, candles
nîr
a lamp (i.e., the burner) or light (literally or figuratively)
  • lamp

כַּ ֽעֲבוֹדַ֖ת
כַּ
Prefix — preposition like, as
ֽעֲבוֹדַ֖ת
Root word service, servile, work, bondage, act, …
Dictionary form: עֲבֹדָה · uh-boh-DAW

Noun — Common, feminine singular, construct state "___ of …" — bound to the next word

In the KJV here: thereof according to the use
the service ×21 for the service ×13 servile ×11 their service ×11 of the service ×8 service ×6 his service ×5 bondage ×4
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work — Broad, neutral; suits labor or task contexts well.
service — Modernizes KJV's most common rendering; ideal for cultic/temple contexts.
labor — Emphasizes physical effort; good for agricultural or forced work.
servitude — Highlights subjugation; fits slavery or oppression passages.
ministry — Preferred in priestly or Levitical worship contexts.
duty — Implies assigned obligation; suits administrative or military roles.

BDB5744 H5656

BDB5743 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB5745

עַבֹדָה, and (Chronicles) עֲבוֺדָה145 noun feminine labour, service (on formation see LagBN 179 BaNB 61); — ׳י Exod 1:14 + 41 t.; construct עֲבֹדַת Exod 30:16 + 43 t.; suffix עֲבֹדָתִי Gen 30:26 + 33 t. suffixes; in Chronicles עֲבוֺדָה 1Chr 28:14 + 7 t.; construct עֲבוֺדַת 1Chr 6:33 + 13 t.; suffix עֲבוֺדָתִי 2Chr 12:8 עֲבוֺדָתָם 1Chr 6:17; 2Chr 31:16 —

1. labour, work, Ps 104:23 in the field Exod 1:14; 1Chr 27:26, probably Neh 10:38 (׳עָרֵי ע), Ps 104:14 (׳עֵשֶׂב לע); in fine linen 1Chr 4:21 in erection of tabernacle Exod 35:24; Exod 36:1; Exod 36:3; Exod 36:5; Exod 39:42 (P); in repairing temple 2Chr 34:13 (twice in verse); כל מלאכת עבדה לא תעשׂוּ ye shall do no laborious work Lev 23:7; Lev 23:8; Lev 23:21; Lev 23:25; Lev 23:35; Lev 23:36; Num 28:18; Num 28:25; Num 28:26; Num 29:1; Num 29:12; Num 29:35 (P); figurative of man, הַצְּדָקָה ׳ע Isa 32:17 (|| ׳מַעֲשֵׂה הַצּ); of God's work of judgment Isa 28:21 (twice in verse).
2. labour of servant or slave: of Jacob for Laban Gen 29:27; Gen 30:26 (JE); עֶבֶד ׳ע of bondservant Lev 25:39 (P); of the Nethinim Ezra 8:20 service of things, vessels of tabernacle and temple Num 4:26; Num 4:32 (P) 1Chr 9:28; 1Chr 28:14 (twice in verse); 1Chr 28:15.
3. labour, service of captives or subjects: of Israel in Egypt Exod 1:14; Exod 2:23 (twice in verse) (P), Exod 5:11 (E), Exod 6:6 (P); ׳הע כבד(הׅ Exod 5:9 (E) Neh 5:18 קשׁה ׳ע Exod 1:14; Exod 6:9 (P) Deut 26:6; 1Kgs 12:4 = 2Chr 10:4; Isa 14:3 ׳מֵרֹב ע Lam 1:3 ממלכוֺת ׳ע 2Chr 12:8 המלך ׳ע 1Chr 26:30 אדניהם ׳ע Neh 3:5 military service Ezek 29:18 (twice in verse).
4. service of God, in P Chronicles, Ezra: by people Josh 22:27 (P) 2Chr 12:8, feast of passover Exod 12:25; Exod 12:26; 2Chr 35:10; 2Chr 35:16, unleavened bread Exod 13:5 Levites and priests Num 4:19; Num 4:49; Num 8:11; 1Chr 24:3; 1Chr 24:19; 2Chr 8:14; 2Chr 31:16 מתנה ׳ע Num 18:7 Levites Exod 38:21; Num 4:24; Num 4:27 (twice in verse); Num 4:28; Num 4:33; Num 4:47 (twice in verse); Num 7:7; Num 7:8; Num 8:26; Num 18:21; 1Chr 6:17; 2Chr 31:2 with בְּאֹהֶל מוֺעֵד v2Chr 31:4 v2Chr 31:23 v2Chr 31:31 v2Chr 31:33 v2Chr 31:35 v2Chr 31:39 v2Chr 31:43; 2Chr 8:19; 2Chr 8:22; 2Chr 18:31 אֹהֶל מוֺעֵד Exod 30:16; Num 4:30; Num 7:5; Num 8:24; Num 18:4; Num 18:6; Num 18:21; Num 18:23, compare Exod 35:21; Num 7:5 (ה)מִשְׁכָּן Exod 39:32; Exod 39:40; Num 3:7; Num 3:8; Num 16:9; 1Chr 6:33, compare Exod 27:19; Num 3:36; 1Chr 23:26 הַקֹּדֶשׁ ׳ע Num 7:9, compare Num 3:31 of its court vNum 3:26 more specifically משׂא ׳ע Num 4:47 ׳צבא הע Num 8:25 (ה)אלהים ׳בית י ׳ע 1Chr 23:24; 1Chr 23:28; 1Chr 23:32; 1Chr 25:6; 1Chr 28:13 (twice in verse); 1Chr 28:21 (twice in verse); 1Chr 29:7; 2Chr 29:35; 2Chr 31:21; 2Chr 35:2; Neh 10:33 בית האלהים ׳מלאכת ע 1Chr 9:13; 1Chr 28:20; 2Chr 24:12 ׳מעשׂה ע 1Chr 23:28 its service Ezek 44:14; 1Chr 9:19 specific service of Levitical singers 1Chr 25:1 (twice in verse), and doorkeepers 1Chr 26:8; 2Chr 35:15.

BDB9748 H5656 H5673

BDB9747 | BIBLICAL ARAMAIC | BDB9749

[עֲבִידָה] noun feminine work, service (Biblical Hebrew עֲבֹדָה); — emphatic עֲבִידְתָּא Ezra 5:8; Dan 2:49, construct עֲבִידַת Ezra 4:24 +; —

1. work, of building temple, Ezra 4:24; Ezra 5:8; Ezra 6:7 = administration Dan 2:49; Dan 3:12.
2. ritual, service, of God Ezra 6:18.

service, servile, work, bondage, act, …
ʿăbōdâ
work of any kind
  • labor, service
    • labor, work
      • "labor (of servant or slave)"labor, service (of captives or subjects)"service (of God)

מְנוֹרָ֥ה
מְנוֹרָ֥ה
Root word candlestick, candlesticks
Dictionary form: מְנוֹרָה · meh-noh-RAW

Noun — Common, feminine singular, absolute state

In the KJV here: of every candlestick
the candlestick ×12 of the candlestick ×5 and the candlestick ×4 candlestick ×3 a candlestick ×2 and in the candlestick ×2 and the candlesticks ×2 and a candlestick ×1
More options
lampstand — Most accurate modern term; standard in contemporary Bible translations.
lamp stand — Two-word variant; equally precise, used in some modern versions.
menorah — Retains Hebrew term; ideal for Jewish or liturgical contexts.
oil lamp holder — Descriptive; clarifies function for readers unfamiliar with the object.
lamp post — Informal option; use cautiously, may suggest outdoor street fixture.
torch stand — Emphasizes light-bearing role; less common but contextually vivid.

BDB5092 H4501

BDB5091 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB5093

מְנוֺרָה, מְנֹרָה42 noun feminine lampstand (Ecclus מנורה fire, ); — absolute׳מְנו 2Kgs 4:10 + 9 t.,מְנֹרָה Exod 25:32 (twice in verse) + 19 t.; construct מְנוֺרַת Zech 4:2; 2Chr 13:11 מְנֹרַת, Exod 25:31 + 2 t.; plural מְנֹרוֺת absolute 1Kgs 7:49 + 2 t.; construct 1Chr 28:15 (twice in verse); 2Chr 4:7 — lampstand:

1. in private house 2Kgs 4:10.
2. ten lampstands in temple, plural 1Kgs 7:49 = 2Chr 4:7; Jer 52:19 (so also ᵐ5; omit || 2Kgs 25:14; 2Kgs 25:15, strike out here NowArchaeology ii. 40 < retain Gf Gie), compare 2Chr 4:20, also 1Chr 28:15 (7 t. in verse), but 2Chr 13:11 has ׳מ in singular (as
3.); compare singular in Zechariah's vision Zech 4:2.

3. seven-branched lampstand in tabernacle Exod 25:31 (twice in verse); Exod 25:32 (twice in verse) + 15 t. Exodus; Lev 24:4 (with lamps upon it,), Num 3:31; Num 4:9; Num 8:2; Num 8:3; Num 8:4 (twice in verse) (all P). — מָנוֺר see II. ניר.

candlestick, candlesticks
mĕnôrâ
a chandelier
  • lamp stand

וּ מְנוֹרָֽה
וּ
Prefix — connector and (sometimes: but, so, then)
מְנוֹרָֽה
Root word candlestick, candlesticks
Dictionary form: מְנוֹרָה · meh-noh-RAW

Noun — Common, feminine singular, absolute state

the candlestick ×12 of the candlestick ×5 and the candlestick ×4 candlestick ×3 a candlestick ×2 and in the candlestick ×2 and the candlesticks ×2 and a candlestick ×1
More options
lampstand — Most accurate modern term; standard in contemporary Bible translations.
lamp stand — Two-word variant; equally precise, used in some modern versions.
menorah — Retains Hebrew term; ideal for Jewish or liturgical contexts.
oil lamp holder — Descriptive; clarifies function for readers unfamiliar with the object.
lamp post — Informal option; use cautiously, may suggest outdoor street fixture.
torch stand — Emphasizes light-bearing role; less common but contextually vivid.

BDB5092 H4501

BDB5091 | BIBLICAL HEBREW | BDB5093

מְנוֺרָה, מְנֹרָה42 noun feminine lampstand (Ecclus מנורה fire, ); — absolute׳מְנו 2Kgs 4:10 + 9 t.,מְנֹרָה Exod 25:32 (twice in verse) + 19 t.; construct מְנוֺרַת Zech 4:2; 2Chr 13:11 מְנֹרַת, Exod 25:31 + 2 t.; plural מְנֹרוֺת absolute 1Kgs 7:49 + 2 t.; construct 1Chr 28:15 (twice in verse); 2Chr 4:7 — lampstand:

1. in private house 2Kgs 4:10.
2. ten lampstands in temple, plural 1Kgs 7:49 = 2Chr 4:7; Jer 52:19 (so also ᵐ5; omit || 2Kgs 25:14; 2Kgs 25:15, strike out here NowArchaeology ii. 40 < retain Gf Gie), compare 2Chr 4:20, also 1Chr 28:15 (7 t. in verse), but 2Chr 13:11 has ׳מ in singular (as
3.); compare singular in Zechariah's vision Zech 4:2.

3. seven-branched lampstand in tabernacle Exod 25:31 (twice in verse); Exod 25:32 (twice in verse) + 15 t. Exodus; Lev 24:4 (with lamps upon it,), Num 3:31; Num 4:9; Num 8:2; Num 8:3; Num 8:4 (twice in verse) (all P). — מָנוֺר see II. ניר.

candlestick, candlesticks
mĕnôrâ
a chandelier
  • lamp stand

The cantillation accents are the Masoretes' punctuation: each group below ends at a pausing accent. Translate a group as one unit.
וּמִשְׁקָ֞ל לִמְנֹר֣וֹת הַזָּהָ֗ב Revia — a lesser break וְנֵרֹֽתֵיהֶם֙ Pashta — a lesser break זָהָ֔ב Zaqef Qatan — a strong break בְּמִשְׁקַל מְנוֹרָ֥ה וּמְנוֹרָ֖ה Tipeha — a lesser break וְנֵֽרֹתֶ֑יהָ Etnahta — the verse's main pause — take a breath here וְלִמְנֹר֨וֹת הַכֶּ֤סֶף בְּמִשְׁקָל֙ Pashta — a lesser break לִמְנוֹרָ֣ה וְנֵֽרֹתֶ֔יהָ Zaqef Qatan — a strong break כַּֽעֲבוֹדַ֖ת Tipeha — a lesser break מְנוֹרָ֥ה וּמְנוֹרָֽה Silluq — end of the verse

וּמִשְׁקָל לִמְנֹרוֹת הַזָּהָב וְנֵרֹֽתֵיהֶם זָהָב בְּמִשְׁקַל-מְנוֹרָה וּמְנוֹרָה וְנֵֽרֹתֶיהָ וְלִמְנֹרוֹת הַכֶּסֶף בְּמִשְׁקָל לִמְנוֹרָה וְנֵֽרֹתֶיהָ כַּֽעֲבוֹדַת מְנוֹרָה וּמְנוֹרָֽה׃
15
Even the weight for the candlesticks of gold, and for their lamps of gold, by weight for every candlestick, and for the lamps thereof: and for the candlesticks of silver by weight, both for the candlestick, and also for the lamps thereof, according to the use of every candlestick.
Cross References

Exodus 25:31

וְעָשִׂיתָ מְנֹרַת זָהָב טָהוֹר מִקְשָׁה תֵּֽעָשֶׂה הַמְּנוֹרָה יְרֵכָהּ וְקָנָהּ גְּבִיעֶיהָ כַּפְתֹּרֶיהָ וּפְרָחֶיהָ מִמֶּנָּה יִֽהְיֽוּ׃
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.

Zechariah 4:11

וָאַעַן וָאֹמַר אֵלָיו מַה-שְּׁנֵי הַזֵּיתִים הָאֵלֶה עַל-יְמִין הַמְּנוֹרָה וְעַל-שְׂמֹאולָֽהּ׃
11
Then answered I, and said unto him, What are these two olive trees upon the right side of the candlestick and upon the left side thereof?

2 Chronicles 4:7

וַיַּעַשׂ אֶת-מְנֹרוֹת הַזָּהָב עֶשֶׂר כְּמִשְׁפָּטָם וַיִּתֵּן בַּֽהֵיכָל חָמֵשׁ מִיָּמִין וְחָמֵשׁ מִשְּׂמֹֽאול׃
7
And he made ten candlesticks of gold according to their form, and set them in the temple, five on the right hand, and five on the left.

Revelation 1:12

Καὶ ἐπέστρεψα βλέπειν τὴν φωνὴν ἥτις ἐλάλησεν μετ' ἐμοῦ καὶ ἐπιστρέψας εἶδον ἑπτὰ λυχνίας χρυσᾶς
12
And I turned to see the voice that spake with me. And being turned, I saw seven golden candlesticks;

Revelation 1:20

τὸ μυστήριον τῶν ἑπτὰ ἀστέρων ὦν εἶδες ἐπὶ τῆς δεξιᾶς μου καὶ τὰς ἑπτὰ λυχνίας τὰς χρυσᾶς· οἱ ἑπτὰ ἀστέρες ἄγγελοι τῶν ἑπτὰ ἐκκλησιῶν εἰσιν καὶ αἱ ἑπτὰ λυχνίαι ἅς εἶδες ἑπτὰ ἐκκλησίαι εἰσίν
20
The mystery of the seven stars which thou sawest in my right hand, and the seven golden candlesticks. The seven stars are the angels of the seven churches: and the seven candlesticks which thou sawest are the seven churches.

Zechariah 4:2

וַיֹּאמֶר אֵלַי מָה אַתָּה רֹאֶה ‫(ויאמר)‬ וָאֹמַר רָאִיתִי׀ וְהִנֵּה מְנוֹרַת זָהָב כֻּלָּהּ וְגֻלָּהּ עַל-רֹאשָׁהּ וְשִׁבְעָה נֵרֹתֶיהָ עָלֶיהָ שִׁבְעָה וְשִׁבְעָה מֽוּצָקוֹת לַנֵּרוֹת אֲשֶׁר עַל-רֹאשָֽׁהּ׃
2
And said unto me, What seest thou? And I said, I have looked, and behold a candlestick all of gold, with a bowl upon the top of it, and his seven lamps thereon, and seven pipes to the seven lamps, which are upon the top thereof:

1 Kings 7:19

וְכֹֽתָרֹת אֲשֶׁר עַל-רֹאשׁ הָֽעַמּוּדִים מַֽעֲשֵׂה שׁוּשַׁן בָּֽאוּלָם אַרְבַּע אַמּֽוֹת׃
19
And the chapiters that were upon the top of the pillars were of lily work in the porch, four cubits.
1 Chronicles 28:14
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