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The term "paneled" in the Bible typically refers to the use of wood paneling in the construction and decoration of buildings, particularly in the context of houses and temples. This term is most notably mentioned in the Old Testament, where it is associated with luxury, comfort, and sometimes misplaced priorities.
Haggai 1:4In the book of Haggai, the prophet addresses the people of Judah who have returned from exile and are more concerned with their own comfort than with the rebuilding of the Lord's temple.
Haggai 1:4 states, "Is it a time for you yourselves to live in your paneled houses, while this house lies in ruins?" Here, "paneled houses" signifies the people's focus on their personal dwellings, which are adorned and completed, in contrast to the neglected state of the temple. The use of paneling in their homes suggests a level of affluence and self-indulgence, highlighting their misplaced priorities and spiritual complacency.
1 Kings 6:9The use of paneling is also seen in the construction of Solomon's temple. In
1 Kings 6:9 , it is recorded, "So he built the temple and finished it, and he covered the temple with beams and boards of cedar." The use of cedar paneling in the temple construction reflects the grandeur and splendor intended for the house of the Lord. Cedar was a valuable and durable wood, often associated with wealth and prestige, and its use in the temple underscored the importance and sacredness of the building.
Jeremiah 22:14In
Jeremiah 22:14, the prophet criticizes King Jehoiakim for his unjust practices and self-indulgence, saying, "He says, ‘I will build myself a great palace with spacious upper rooms.’ So he cuts windows in it, panels it with cedar, and paints it bright red." The paneling of Jehoiakim's palace with cedar is indicative of his desire for opulence and his focus on personal luxury at the expense of justice and righteousness. This critique serves as a warning against the pursuit of material wealth and comfort over spiritual and moral obligations.
Symbolism and ImplicationsThe use of paneling in biblical texts often carries symbolic weight, representing human tendencies toward self-centeredness and the prioritization of personal comfort over divine commands. It serves as a reminder of the need to align one's priorities with God's will, emphasizing the importance of spiritual devotion over materialistic pursuits.
In summary, the concept of "paneled" in the Bible is multifaceted, reflecting both the beauty and craftsmanship associated with sacred spaces and the potential for human error in prioritizing personal luxury over spiritual responsibilities.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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imp. & p. p.) of Panel.
Strong's Hebrew
7824. sachiph -- perhapspaneled... 7823, 7824. sachiph. 7825 . perhaps
paneled. Transliteration: sachiph
Phonetic Spelling: (shaw-kheef') Short Definition:
paneled.
...5603. saphan -- to cover, cover in, panel
... 5602, 5603. saphan. 5604 . to cover, cover in, panel. Transliteration: saphan
Phonetic Spelling: (saw-fan') Short Definition:paneled. Word Origin a prim....
Library
Representation of the Cross in the Palace, and of Daniel at the...
... soul, that in the principal apartment of the imperial palace itself, on a vast tablet
[3282] displayed in the center of its gold-coveredpaneled ceiling, he...
The Love of Rameses
... The levels of scented vapor from the aromatic torches undulated midway between the
ceiling and the floor and belted the frescoes upon thepaneled walls....
Description of the Walls, Roof, Decoration, and Gilding of the...
... It would seem from this description that the paneling was like that of Santa Maria
Maggiore at Rome, a horizontal surface rather than the pointed roofpaneled....
That He Instructed the Governors Concerning the Beautifying of the...
... You will also be careful to send us a report without delay, not only respecting
the marbles and columns, but thepaneled ceiling also, should this appear to...
Under Ban of the Ritual
... These were elaborate and beautiful, painted andpaneled, ornamented with garlands
and sheaves of carved lotus, and spread with sails, checkered and embroidered...
Thesaurus
Paneled (3 Occurrences)... Multi-Version Concordance
Paneled (3 Occurrences).
... Haggai 1:4 "Is it a time for you
yourselves to dwell in your
paneled houses, while this house lies waste?
...Nineveh (23 Occurrences)
... The slabs with which they werepaneled showed bas-reliefs illustrating the Assyrian
campaigns against Babylonia, certain Arab tribes, and Elam....
Library
... The walls of the chambers had once beenpaneled with bas-reliefs, one of which
represented a city standing on the shore of a sea that was covered with galleys....
Elbow (1 Occurrence)
... 3. (n.) A sharp angle in any surface of wainscoting or other woodwork; the upright
sides which flank anypaneled work, as the sides of windows, where the jamb...
Paneling (3 Occurrences)
Pancake (1 Occurrence)
Calah (2 Occurrences)
... In the center of the East side of this platform lie the remains of the palace of
Assur-nacir-apli, the chambers and halls of which werepaneled with sculptured...
Chariot (102 Occurrences)
... Their chariotry was their chief arm of offense. The Hittite chariot was used, too,
for hunting; but a heavier car withpaneled sides was employed for war....
Ruins (84 Occurrences)
... (See NAS RSV). Haggai 1:4 "Is it a time for you yourselves to dwell in your
paneled houses, while this house lies waste? (See RSV)....
Resources
Is it wrong to live in nice houses (Haggai 1:4)? | GotQuestions.orgSummary of the Book of Haggai - Bible Survey | GotQuestions.orgWhat are the cedars of Lebanon the Bible mentions? | GotQuestions.orgPaneled: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.comBible Concordance •
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