New International VersionThe capitals on top of the pillars in the portico were in the shape of lilies, four cubits high.
New Living TranslationThe capitals on the columns inside the entry room were shaped like water lilies, and they were six feet tall.
English Standard VersionNow the capitals that were on the tops of the pillars in the vestibule were of lily-work, four cubits.
Berean Standard BibleAnd the capitals atop the pillars in the portico were shaped like lilies, four cubits high.
King James BibleAnd the chapiters that were upon the top of the pillars were of lily work in the porch, four cubits.
New King James VersionThe capitals which were on top of the pillars in the hall were in the shape of lilies, four cubits.
New American Standard BibleThe capitals which were on the tops of the pillars in the porch were of lily design, four cubits.
NASB 1995The capitals which were on the top of the pillars in the porch were of lily design, four cubits.
NASB 1977And the capitals which were on the top of the pillars in the porch were of lily design, four cubits.
Legacy Standard BibleNow the capitals which were on the top of the pillars in the porch were of lily design, four cubits.
Amplified BibleThe capitals which were upon the top of the pillars in the porch were of lily work (design), four cubits.
Christian Standard BibleAnd the capitals on top of the pillars in the portico were shaped like lilies, six feet high.
Holman Christian Standard BibleAnd the capitals on top of the pillars in the portico were shaped like lilies, six feet high.
American Standard VersionAnd the capitals that were upon the top of the pillars in the porch were of lily-work, four cubits.
Contemporary English VersionThe caps for the columns of the porch were almost two meters high and were shaped like lilies.
English Revised VersionAnd the chapiters that were upon the top of the pillars in the porch were of lily work, four cubits.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThe capitals on top of the pillars in the entrance hall were lily-shaped. [Each] was six feet high.
Good News TranslationThe capitals were shaped like lilies, 6 feet tall,
International Standard VersionThe capitals on top of each pillar above the rounded latticework contained four cubits of lily designs,
NET BibleThe tops of the two pillars in the porch were shaped like lilies and were six feet high.
New Heart English BibleThe capitals that were on the top of the pillars in the porch were of lily work, six feet and eleven inches.
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd the capitals that were upon the top of the pillars were of lily-work in the porch, four cubits. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd the capitals atop the pillars in the portico were shaped like lilies, four cubits high.
World English BibleThe capitals that were on the top of the pillars in the porch were of lily work, four cubits. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the chapiters that [are] on the top of the pillars [are] of lily-work in the porch, four cubits;
Young's Literal Translation And the chapiters that are on the top of the pillars are of lily-work in the porch, four cubits;
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd the crowns which were upon the head of the, pillars of lily-work in the porch, four cubits. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the chapiters that were upon the top of the pillars, were of lily work in the porch, of four cubits.
Catholic Public Domain VersionNow the heads that were at the top of the columns, in the portico of four cubits, had been fabricated with a work of lilies.
New American BibleThe capitals on top of the columns (in the porch) were made like lilies, four cubits high.
New Revised Standard VersionNow the capitals that were on the tops of the pillars in the vestibule were of lily-work, four cubits high. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the capitals that were upon the top of the pillars were of lily work in the porch, four cubits.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd saplings that were upon the top of pillars, the work of lilies, and he made in the porch four cubits. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the capitals that were upon the top of the pillars in the porch were of lily-work, four cubits.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd on the heads of the pillars he made lily-work against the porch, of four cubits,
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The Work of Hiram… 18Likewise, he made the pillars with two rows of pomegranates around each grating to cover each capital atop the pillars. 19And the capitalsatopthe pillarsin the porticowere shapedlike lilies,fourcubits high.20On the capitals of both pillars, just above the rounded projection next to the network, were the two hundred pomegranates in rows encircling each capital.…
Cross References 2 Chronicles 4:12-13the two pillars; the two bowl-shaped capitals atop the pillars; the two sets of network covering both bowls of the capitals atop the pillars; / the four hundred pomegranates for the two sets of network (two rows of pomegranates for each network covering both the bowl-shaped capitals atop the pillars);
Exodus 25:31-36Then you are to make a lampstand of pure, hammered gold. It shall be made of one piece, including its base and shaft, its cups, and its buds and petals. / Six branches are to extend from the sides of the lampstand—three on one side and three on the other. / There are to be three cups shaped like almond blossoms on the first branch, each with buds and petals, three on the next branch, and the same for all six branches that extend from the lampstand. ...
1 Kings 6:18The cedar paneling inside the temple was carved with gourds and open flowers. Everything was cedar; not a stone could be seen.
1 Kings 6:29Then he carved the walls all around the temple, in both the inner and outer sanctuaries, with carved engravings of cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers.
1 Kings 6:32The double doors were made of olive wood, and he carved into them cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers and overlaid the cherubim and palm trees with hammered gold.
1 Kings 6:35He carved into them cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers, and he overlaid them with gold hammered evenly over the carvings.
2 Chronicles 3:5He paneled the main room with cypress, which he overlaid with fine gold and decorated with palm trees and chains.
2 Chronicles 3:10In the Most Holy Place he made two cherubim of sculptured work, and he overlaid them with gold.
2 Chronicles 3:16He made interwoven chains and put them on top of the pillars. He made a hundred pomegranates and fastened them into the chainwork.
2 Chronicles 4:2-5He also made the Sea of cast metal. It was circular in shape, measuring ten cubits from rim to rim, five cubits in height, and thirty cubits in circumference. / Below the rim, figures of oxen encircled it, ten per cubit all the way around the Sea, cast in two rows as a part of the Sea. / The Sea stood on twelve oxen, three facing north, three facing west, three facing south, and three facing east. The Sea rested on them, with all their hindquarters toward the center. ...
Jeremiah 52:21-23Each pillar was eighteen cubits tall and twelve cubits in circumference; each was hollow, four fingers thick. / The bronze capital atop one pillar was five cubits high, with a network of bronze pomegranates all around. The second pillar, with its pomegranates, was similar. / Each capital had ninety-six pomegranates on the sides, and a total of a hundred pomegranates were above the surrounding network.
Revelation 4:6-8And before the throne was something like a sea of glass, as clear as crystal. In the center, around the throne, were four living creatures, covered with eyes in front and back. / The first living creature was like a lion, the second like a calf, the third had a face like a man, and the fourth was like an eagle in flight. / And each of the four living creatures had six wings and was covered with eyes all around and within. Day and night they never stop saying: “Holy, Holy, Holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come!”
Revelation 21:18-21The wall was made of jasper, and the city itself of pure gold, as pure as glass. / The foundations of the city walls were adorned with every kind of precious stone: The first foundation was jasper, the second sapphire, the third chalcedony, the fourth emerald, / the fifth sardonyx, the sixth carnelian, the seventh chrysolite, the eighth beryl, the ninth topaz, the tenth chrysoprase, the eleventh jacinth, and the twelfth amethyst. ...
Revelation 22:1-2Then the angel showed me a river of the water of life, as clear as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb / down the middle of the main street of the city. On either side of the river stood a tree of life, bearing twelve kinds of fruit and yielding a fresh crop for each month. And the leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nations.
Matthew 6:29Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his glory was adorned like one of these.
Treasury of Scripture And the capitals that were on the top of the pillars were of lily work in the porch, four cubits. lily work 1 Kings 7:22 And upon the top of the pillarswas lily work: so was the work of the pillars finished. 1 Kings 6:18,32-35 And the cedar of the house withinwas carved with knops and open flowers: allwas cedar; there was no stone seen… Jump to Previous CapitalsChapitersCrownsCubitsDesignFlowersFourHighLilyOrnamentedPillarsPorchPorticoShapeTopTopsVestibuleWorkJump to Next CapitalsChapitersCrownsCubitsDesignFlowersFourHighLilyOrnamentedPillarsPorchPorticoShapeTopTopsVestibuleWork1 Kings 7 1.The building of Solomon's house2.Of the house of Lebanon6.Of the porch of pillars7.Of the porch of judgment8.Of the house for Pharaoh's daughter13.Hiram's work of the two pillars,23.Of the molten sea27.Of the ten bases38.Of the ten lavers40.and all the vesselsAnd the capitals atop the pillars in the porticoThe capitals refer to the decorative tops of the pillars, which were a significant architectural feature in ancient structures. The portico, or porch, was part of Solomon's Temple, a central place of worship and a symbol of God's presence among His people. The use of pillars in temple architecture is reminiscent of the two pillars, Jachin and Boaz, which stood at the entrance of the temple ( 1 Kings 7:21). These pillars symbolize strength and stability, reflecting God's enduring covenant with Israel. were shaped like lilies Lilies are often associated with beauty and purity in biblical literature. The lily motif in the temple's design may symbolize the beauty and holiness of God. In the Song of Solomon, lilies are used to describe the beloved (Song of Solomon 2:1-2), and Jesus later references lilies in His teachings about God's provision (Matthew 6:28-29). The use of floral designs in the temple underscores the connection between creation and the Creator, highlighting the divine artistry in both nature and sacred spaces. four cubits high A cubit is an ancient measurement roughly equivalent to 18 inches or 45 centimeters. Thus, the capitals were about six feet high, indicating their prominence and grandeur. The specific measurement emphasizes the importance of precision and order in the construction of the temple, reflecting God's desire for excellence in worship. The height of the capitals also suggests their visibility and significance, drawing attention to the entrance of the temple and inviting worshippers to enter into God's presence with reverence. Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonThe king of Israel who commissioned the building of the temple and his palace, including the detailed work described in this passage. 2. HiramA skilled craftsman from Tyre, often associated with the construction of Solomon's temple and palace, including the intricate designs of the pillars. 3. The TempleThe holy place in Jerusalem built by Solomon as a dwelling place for the Lord, symbolizing God's presence among His people. 4. The PorticoAn architectural feature of Solomon's temple, serving as an entrance or porch area, where the pillars with lily-shaped capitals were located. 5. The PillarsTwo significant bronze pillars named Jachin and Boaz, which stood at the entrance of the temple, symbolizing strength and stability. Teaching Points Symbolism of Beauty in WorshipThe lily-shaped capitals remind us of the importance of beauty and artistry in worship spaces, reflecting God's own creativity and attention to detail. God's Presence and StabilityThe pillars, with their ornate capitals, symbolize the strength and stability of God's presence in our lives, encouraging us to rely on Him as our foundation. Attention to Detail in ServiceJust as the temple's construction involved meticulous craftsmanship, our service to God should be marked by diligence and excellence. Continuity of God's DesignThe design elements in the temple connect to earlier worship structures, showing God's consistent plan and purpose throughout biblical history. Spiritual Growth and FlourishingThe lily, often a symbol of growth and beauty, can inspire us to pursue spiritual growth and flourishing in our walk with God. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 7
Why does the Old Testament prescribe capital punishment for minor offenses?
What are the Jachin and Boaz pillars?
2 Chronicles 3:15-17 - Is there any credible external confirmation that the pillars Jachin and Boaz actually existed as they are described?
Solomon built a facility containing how many baths? Two thousand (1 Kings 7:26) Over three thousand (2 Chronicles 4:5)Verse 19. - And the chapiters that were upon the top of the pillars [It is difficult to believe that these words, which are identical with those in vers. 16, 17,18, can refer to a different - a second and superposed capital (Rawlinson), or to the entablature (Fergusson)] were of lily work [ i.e., bassirelievi in imitation of flowering lilies. Probably the bowl-shaped chapiter was treated as a fullblown lily, just as the capitals of Egyptian pillars took the form of the lotus. The molten sea was similarly treated (ver. 26). The lily ( שׁוּשַׁן), from שׁוּשׁ), to be white), was undoubtedly an emblem of purity. Bahr observes that it may justly be named "the flower of the promised land," and that as the lotus was the religious flower of the Indian and Egyptian religions, so was the lily of the Jewish] inthe porch [These words, בָּאוּלָם, are very obscure. Keil understands" as in the hall" (cf. κατὰ τὸαὐλὰμ, LXX.) But that idea would have been expressed by כָּאוּלָם, and nothing is said elsewhere about any lily work in the porch (Bahr). Ewald, too, thinks the decoration of the porch is referred to, and holds that a description of this lily work must once have preceded this statement, though it is now wanting. Thenius, al. suppose them to refer to the position of the pillars within the porch, and the "four cubits" mentioned presently, they take to indicate the diameter of the capitals. Wordsworth would render "inside or toward the porch," and understands that the lily work was only on the inside of the pillars. It is, perhaps, impossible to arrive at any certain conclusion], four cubits. [This may either mean that of five cubits (which was the height of the entire capital), four, and these the upper four (ver. 22), were covered with lily work, while one cubit at the bottom of the capital was ornamented with chain-work or festeons - we can hardly believe that nets, chains, and lily work were all combined in the same space, or it may refer to the position of the pillars in the portico.]
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Hebrew And the capitalsוְכֹֽתָרֹ֗ת(wə·ḵō·ṯā·rōṯ)Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 3805:The capital of a, columnatopרֹ֣אשׁ(rōš)Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7218:The headthe pillarsהָעַמּוּדִ֔ים(hā·‘am·mū·ḏîm)Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 5982:A column, a stand, platformin the porticoבָּֽאוּלָ֑ם(bā·’ū·lām)Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 197:A vestibulewere shapedמַעֲשֵׂ֖ה(ma·‘ă·śêh)Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4639:An action, a transaction, activity, a product, propertylike lilies,שׁוּשַׁ֣ן(šū·šan)Noun - common singular Strong's 7799:A lily, as a, flower of architectural ornament, a, trumpetfourאַרְבַּ֖ע(’ar·ba‘)Number - feminine singular construct Strong's 702:Fourcubits [high].אַמּֽוֹת׃(’am·mō·wṯ)Noun - feminine plural Strong's 520:A mother, a cubit, a door-base
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