Overview
The Bible addresses almond tree across 8 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Exodus, Genesis and Numbers. Closely related themes include Candlestick, Lamp, Trees and Jacob. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Moses, Aaron and Jeremiah.
Key Bible verses about almond tree
Old Testament
Exodus
Three bowls made like unto almonds, with a knop and a flower in one branch; and three bowls made like almonds in the other branch, with a knop and a flower: so in the six branches that come out of the candlestick.
And in the candlestick shall be four bowls made like unto almonds, with their knops and their flowers.
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.
And in the candlestick were four bowls made like almonds, his knops, and his flowers:
People in the Bible and almond tree
Biblical figures whose stories intersect with this theme.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying almond tree for yourself
- Begin with Genesis 43:11, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Compare how Exodus, Genesis and Numbers each treat the theme.
- Consider the lives of Moses, Aaron and Jeremiah and how their stories intersect with it.
- Widen the study to related themes: Candlestick, Lamp, Trees and Jacob.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about almond tree?
The Bible addresses almond tree across 8 verses, drawn from the Old Testament. These passages cluster most in Exodus, Genesis and Numbers. Closely related themes include Candlestick, Lamp, Trees and Jacob. Figures whose stories touch this theme include Moses, Aaron and Jeremiah.
How many Bible verses are about almond tree?
The Bible references almond tree in 8 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention almond tree?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Genesis 43:11: “And their father Israel said unto them, If it must be so now, do this; take of the best fruits in the land in your vessels, and carry down the man a present, a little balm, and a little honey, spices, and myrrh, nuts, and almonds:”
Which people in the Bible are associated with almond tree?
Moses, Aaron and Jeremiah.
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