New International Version20 bowls of gold valued at 1,000 darics, and two fine articles of polished bronze, as precious as gold.
New Living Translation20 gold bowls, equal in value to 1,000 gold coins, 2 fine articles of polished bronze, as precious as gold.
English Standard Version20 bowls of gold worth 1,000 darics, and two vessels of fine bright bronze as precious as gold.
Berean Standard Bible20 gold bowls valued at 1,000 darics, and two articles of fine polished bronze, as precious as gold.
King James BibleAlso twenty basons of gold, of a thousand drams; and two vessels of fine copper, precious as gold.
New King James Versiontwenty gold basins worth a thousand drachmas, and two vessels of fine polished bronze, precious as gold.
New American Standard Bibleand twenty gold bowls worth a thousand darics, and two utensils of fine shiny bronze, precious as gold.
NASB 1995and 20 gold bowls worth 1,000 darics, and two utensils of fine shiny bronze, precious as gold.
NASB 1977and 20 gold bowls, worth 1,000 darics; and two utensils of fine shiny bronze, precious as gold.
Legacy Standard Bibleand 20 gold bowls worth 1,000 darics, and two utensils of fine shiny bronze, precious as gold.
Amplified Biblealso 20 bowls of gold worth 1,000 darics, and two utensils of fine shiny bronze, precious as gold.
Christian Standard Bibletwenty gold bowls worth a thousand gold coins, and two articles of fine gleaming bronze, as valuable as gold.
Holman Christian Standard Bible 20 gold bowls worth 1,000 gold coins, and two articles of fine gleaming bronze, as valuable as gold.
American Standard Versionand twenty bowls of gold, of a thousand darics; and two vessels of fine bright brass, precious as gold.
English Revised Versionand twenty bowls of gold, of a thousand darics; and two vessels of fine bright brass, precious as gold.
GOD'S WORD® Translation20 gold bowls weighing 18 pounds apiece, and two utensils of fine polished bronze that were as precious as gold.
International Standard Version20 gold basins weighing 1,000 darics each, and two vessels made of polished brass, as valuable as gold.
NET Bible20 gold bowls worth 1,000 darics, and two exquisite vessels of gleaming bronze, as valuable as gold.
New Heart English Bibleand twenty bowls of gold, of one thousand darics; and two vessels of fine bright bronze, precious as gold.
Webster's Bible TranslationAlso twenty basins of gold, of a thousand drams; and two vessels of fine copper, precious as gold. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bible20 gold bowls valued at 1,000 darics, and two articles of fine polished bronze, as precious as gold.
World English Bibletwenty bowls of gold weighing one thousand darics, and two vessels of fine bright bronze, precious as gold. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand twenty basins of gold, of one thousand drams, and two vessels of good shining bronze, desirable as gold.
Young's Literal Translation and basins of gold twenty, of a thousand drams, and two vessels of good shining brass, desirable as gold.
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd twenty goblets of gold to a thousand darics: and different vessels of good shining brass, desirable as gold. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd twenty cups of gold, of a thousand solids, and two vessels of the best shining brass, beautiful as gold.
Catholic Public Domain Versionand twenty gold bowls which had the weight of one thousand coins, and two vessels of the finest shining brass, as beautiful as gold.
New American Bibletwenty golden bowls valued at a thousand darics; two vases of excellent polished bronze, as precious as gold.
New Revised Standard Versiontwenty gold bowls worth a thousand darics, and two vessels of fine polished bronze as precious as gold. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAlso twenty bowls of gold, of one thousand drams; and the vessels of fine Corinthian brass, precious as gold.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd twenty bowls of gold and one thousand darics, and vessels of fine Corinthian brass which are beautiful as gold. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and twenty bowels of gold, of a thousand darics; and two vessels of fine bright brass, precious as gold.
Brenton Septuagint Translationand twenty golden bowls, weighing about a thousand drachms, and superior vessels of fine shining brass, precious as gold.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Priests to Guard the Offerings… 26I weighed out into their hands 650 talents of silver, articles of silver weighing 100 talents, 100 talents of gold, 2720goldbowlsvalued at 1,000darics,and twoarticlesof finepolishedbronze,as precious asgold.28Then I told them, “You are holy to the LORD, and these articles are holy. The silver and gold are a freewill offering to the LORD, the God of your fathers.…
Cross References Exodus 25:3-7This is the offering you are to accept from them: gold, silver, and bronze; / blue, purple, and scarlet yarn; fine linen and goat hair; / ram skins dyed red and fine leather; acacia wood; ...
1 Kings 10:14-22The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents, / not including the revenue from the merchants, traders, and all the Arabian kings and governors of the land. / King Solomon made two hundred large shields of hammered gold; six hundred shekels of gold went into each shield. ...
2 Chronicles 9:13-21The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents, / not including the revenue from the merchants and traders. And all the Arabian kings and governors of the land also brought gold and silver to Solomon. / King Solomon made two hundred large shields of hammered gold; six hundred shekels of hammered gold went into each shield. ...
1 Chronicles 29:2-5Now with all my ability I have made provision for the house of my God—gold for the gold articles, silver for the silver, bronze for the bronze, iron for the iron, and wood for the wood, as well as onyx for the settings, turquoise, stones of various colors, all kinds of precious stones, and slabs of marble—all in abundance. / Moreover, because of my delight in the house of my God, I now give for it my personal treasures of gold and silver, over and above all that I have provided for this holy temple: / three thousand talents of gold (the gold of Ophir) and seven thousand talents of refined silver, to overlay the walls of the buildings, ...
2 Chronicles 24:9-14And a proclamation was issued in Judah and Jerusalem that they were to bring to the LORD the tax imposed by Moses the servant of God on Israel in the wilderness. / All the officers and all the people rejoiced and brought their contributions, and they dropped them in the chest until it was full. / Whenever the chest was brought by the Levites to the king’s overseers and they saw that there was a large amount of money, the royal scribe and the officer of the high priest would come and empty the chest and carry it back to its place. They did this daily and gathered the money in abundance. ...
Nehemiah 7:70-72Some of the heads of the families contributed to the project. The governor gave to the treasury 1,000 darics of gold, 50 bowls, and 530 priestly garments. / And some of the heads of the families gave to the treasury for the project 20,000 darics of gold and 2,200 minas of silver. / The rest of the people gave a total of 20,000 darics of gold, 2,000 minas of silver, and 67 priestly garments.
Daniel 5:2-4Under the influence of the wine, Belshazzar gave orders to bring in the gold and silver vessels that Nebuchadnezzar his father had taken from the temple in Jerusalem, so that the king could drink from them, along with his nobles, his wives, and his concubines. / Thus they brought in the gold vessels that had been taken from the temple, the house of God in Jerusalem, and the king drank from them, along with his nobles, his wives, and his concubines. / As they drank the wine, they praised their gods of gold and silver, bronze and iron, wood and stone.
Isaiah 60:6-9Caravans of camels will cover your land, young camels of Midian and Ephah, and all from Sheba will come, bearing gold and frankincense and proclaiming the praises of the LORD. / All the flocks of Kedar will be gathered to you; the rams of Nebaioth will serve you and go up on My altar with acceptance; I will adorn My glorious house. / Who are these who fly like clouds, like doves to their shelters? ...
Haggai 2:8The silver is Mine, and the gold is Mine, declares the LORD of Hosts.
Zechariah 6:11Take silver and gold, make an ornate crown, and set it on the head of the high priest, Joshua son of Jehozadak.
Matthew 2:11On coming to the house, they saw the Child with His mother Mary, and they fell down and worshiped Him. Then they opened their treasures and presented Him with gifts of gold and frankincense and myrrh.
Matthew 26:7-13a woman came to Him with an alabaster jar of expensive perfume, which she poured on His head as He reclined at the table. / When the disciples saw this, they were indignant and asked, “Why this waste? / This perfume could have been sold at a high price, and the money given to the poor.” ...
Mark 14:3-9While Jesus was in Bethany reclining at the table in the home of Simon the Leper, a woman came with an alabaster jar of expensive perfume, made of pure nard. She broke open the jar and poured it on Jesus’ head. / Some of those present, however, expressed their indignation to one another: “Why this waste of perfume? / It could have been sold for over three hundred denarii and the money given to the poor.” And they scolded her. ...
Luke 21:1-4Then Jesus looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury, / and He saw a poor widow put in two small copper coins. / “Truly I tell you,” He said, “this poor widow has put in more than all the others. ...
John 12:3-8Then Mary took about a pint of expensive perfume, made of pure nard, and she anointed Jesus’ feet and wiped them with her hair. And the house was filled with the fragrance of the perfume. / But one of His disciples, Judas Iscariot, who was going to betray Him, asked, / “Why wasn’t this perfume sold for three hundred denarii and the money given to the poor?” ...
Treasury of Scripture Also twenty basins of gold, of a thousand drams; and two vessels of fine copper, precious as gold. fine copper. precious. Lamentations 4:2 The precious sons of Zion, comparable to fine gold, how are they esteemed as earthen pitchers, the work of the hands of the potter! Jump to Previous ArticlesBasinsBasonsBestBowelsBowlsBrassBrightCopperDaricsDesirableDramsEqualFineGoldGoodPolishedPreciousShiningThousandTwentyUtensilsValueValuedVesselsWorthJump to Next ArticlesBasinsBasonsBestBowelsBowlsBrassBrightCopperDaricsDesirableDramsEqualFineGoldGoodPolishedPreciousShiningThousandTwentyUtensilsValueValuedVesselsWorthEzra 8 1.The companions of Ezra, who returned from Babylon15.He sends to Iddo for ministers for the temple21.He keeps a fast24.He commits the treasures to the custody of the priests31.From Ahava they come to Jerusalem33.The treasure is weighed in the temple36.The commission is delivered20 gold bowls valued at 1,000 daricsThe mention of "20 gold bowls" highlights the wealth and resources dedicated to the temple service. Gold bowls were often used in religious rituals and offerings, signifying purity and holiness. The valuation of these bowls at "1,000 darics" provides insight into the economic context of the time. The daric was a gold coin used in the Persian Empire, indicating the influence of Persian culture and economy on the Jewish people during the post-exilic period. This reflects the historical setting of Ezra, where the Jewish exiles were returning from Babylonian captivity under Persian rule. The provision of such valuable items underscores the importance of restoring the temple worship in Jerusalem. and two articles of fine polished bronze
The "two articles of fine polished bronze" suggest items of significant craftsmanship and value. Bronze, an alloy of copper and tin, was commonly used in ancient times for its durability and aesthetic appeal. The polishing of these articles indicates a high level of artistry and care, reflecting the dedication to the temple's beauty and function. In the broader biblical context, bronze is often associated with judgment and strength, as seen in the bronze altar and the bronze serpent in the wilderness (Numbers 21:9). These articles may symbolize the enduring strength and resilience of the Jewish faith and community. as precious as gold
The phrase "as precious as gold" elevates the value of the bronze articles to that of gold, emphasizing their importance and worth. This comparison highlights the reverence and esteem for the temple's furnishings, regardless of the material. In biblical symbolism, gold often represents divinity, purity, and kingship, as seen in the construction of the tabernacle and Solomon's temple. By equating the bronze articles with gold, the text underscores the sacredness of all contributions to the temple, reflecting the heart of worship and devotion. This can also be seen as a type of Christ, who is described as precious and invaluable, fulfilling the law and the prophets with His divine nature and sacrificial love. Persons / Places / Events 1. EzraA scribe and priest who led a group of exiles from Babylon back to Jerusalem. He was instrumental in re-establishing the Law of Moses among the people. 2. BabylonThe place of exile for the Israelites. Ezra and his group were returning from Babylon to Jerusalem, which was a significant event in the history of Israel's restoration. 3. JerusalemThe destination of Ezra and the exiles. It was the center of Jewish worship and the location of the Temple, which was being restored. 4. Gold Bowls and Bronze ArticlesThese items were part of the offerings brought back to Jerusalem. They symbolize the wealth and dedication of the people to the worship of God. 5. DaricsA Persian gold coin, indicating the wealth and resources that were being dedicated to the Temple service. Teaching Points The Value of DedicationThe gold bowls and bronze articles represent the dedication of the people to God's service. Our offerings, whether material or spiritual, should reflect our commitment to God. Symbolism of Wealth in WorshipThe use of precious materials in worship underscores the value we place on our relationship with God. It challenges us to consider what we are willing to offer to God in our own lives. Faithfulness in StewardshipEzra's careful accounting of the offerings shows the importance of being faithful stewards of what God has entrusted to us. We should manage our resources with integrity and purpose. Restoration and RenewalThe return to Jerusalem and the restoration of the Temple symbolize spiritual renewal. We are called to continually seek renewal in our relationship with God and in our communities. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Ezra 8
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In Ezra 8:25–27, do the large amounts of silver and gold conflict with known trade or economic data from that era?
Deuteronomy 15:6 suggests Israel would lend to many nations--what evidence supports Israel's capacity for widespread lending in antiquity?(27) A thousand drams.-- Darics, and therefore the whole worth rather more than a thousand guineas. Fine copper.--Probably the Roman Orichalcum, a metal very highly valued. Verse 27. - Twenty basons of gold, of a thousand drams (see comment on Ezra 2:69). The "basons" would be worth about £55 each. Fine copper, precious as gold. The metal intended is probably that known to the Romans as orichalchum, which is generally believed to have been brass, but which may have been a more complicated amalgam. Being rarely, and perhaps only accidentally, produced, this metal was highly valued.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew 20עֶשְׂרִ֔ים(‘eś·rîm)Number - common plural
Strong's 6242:Twenty, twentiethgoldזָהָב֙(zā·hāḇ)Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2091:Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear skybowlsוּכְפֹרֵ֤י(ū·ḵə·p̄ō·rê)Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 3713:A cover, a tankard, white frostworth 1,000אָ֑לֶף(’ā·lep̄)Number - masculine singular
Strong's 505:A thousanddarics,לַאֲדַרְכֹנִ֖ים(la·’ă·ḏar·ḵō·nîm)Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 150:A daric, Persian coinand twoשְׁנַ֔יִם(šə·na·yim)Number - md
Strong's 8147:Two (a cardinal number)articlesוּכְלֵ֨י(ū·ḵə·lê)Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 3627:Something prepared, any apparatusof fineטוֹבָה֙(ṭō·w·ḇāh)Adjective - feminine singular
Strong's 2896:Pleasant, agreeable, goodpolishedמֻצְהָ֤ב(muṣ·hāḇ)Verb - Hofal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 6668:To glitter, be golden in colorbronze,נְחֹ֜שֶׁת(nə·ḥō·šeṯ)Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 5178:Copper, something made of that metal, coin, a fetter, baseas precious as gold.כַּזָּהָֽב׃(kaz·zā·hāḇ)Preposition-k, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2091:Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky
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