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1 Kings 7

1 Kings 7:47

Completion of the Bronze Works · 1 Kings 7:40–47
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Translations

Modern
Solomon left all these articles unweighed, because there were so many. The weight of the bronze could not be determined.
Traditional
And Solomon left all the vessels unweighed, because they were exceeding many: neither was the weight of the brass found out.
Literal
And Solomon did not weigh all the articles; because of the exceedingly great abundance, the weight of the bronze was not determined.
Latin
Et posuit Salomon omnia vasa: propter multitudinem autem nimiam non erat pondus æris.

Original

Hebrew
English
Solomon left all these articles unweighed, because there were so many. The weight of the bronze could not be determined.

Notes

1 Kings 7:46–47

between Succoth and Zarethan: This area east of the Jordan River (see Joshus 3:16; Judges 8:4–5) was famous for metalworking. It had plenty of clay for molds, wood for fuel, and a strong north wind that helped with casting.

1 Kings 6:1–8:66

The construction of the Temple and palace complex, along with the temple's dedication celebration, are key events in the 1 Kings account of Solomon's time. The temple, built to honor God, was Israel's most important building. Therefore, the writer of 1 Kings documented its construction details thoroughly.

Theme notes and profiles

Solomon Ancient Law Codes Solomon’s Wisdom

Events

Parallels

2 Chronicles 4:11–18

People

Solomon: Son of David, king of Israel, known for his wisdom

Glossary

Kings, Books of First and Second Minerals and Metals Porch Temple

Topics

Art: Artisans, Skillful: Hiram Brass: Abundance of, for the Temple Brass: Articles Made of Altar, Vessels, and Other Articles of the Tabernacle and Temple Carving: Hiram Master Workman: Hiram Mechanic: Hiram Temple: Solomon's: Pattern and Building of