Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version They gave toward the work on the temple of God five thousand talents and ten thousand darics of gold, ten thousand talents of silver, eighteen thousand talents of bronze and a hundred thousand talents of iron. New Living Translation For the construction of the Temple of God, they gave about 188 tons of gold, 10,000 gold coins, 375 tons of silver, 675 tons of bronze, and 3,750 tons of iron. English Standard Version They gave for the service of the house of God 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold, 10,000 talents of silver, 18,000 talents of bronze and 100,000 talents of iron. Berean Standard Bible Toward the service of God’s house they gave 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold, 10,000 talents of silver, 18,000 talents of bronze, and 100,000 talents of iron. King James Bible And gave for the service of the house of God of gold five thousand talents and ten thousand drams, and of silver ten thousand talents, and of brass eighteen thousand talents, and one hundred thousand talents of iron. New King James Version They gave for the work of the house of God five thousand talents and ten thousand darics of gold, ten thousand talents of silver, eighteen thousand talents of bronze, and one hundred thousand talents of iron. New American Standard Bible and for the service of the house of God they gave five thousand talents and ten thousand darics of gold, ten thousand talents of silver, eighteen thousand talents of brass, and a hundred thousand talents of iron. NASB 1995 and for the service for the house of God they gave 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold, and 10,000 talents of silver, and 18,000 talents of brass, and 100,000 talents of iron. NASB 1977 and for the service for the house of God they gave 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold, and 10,000 talents of silver, and 18,000 talents of brass, and 100,000 talents of iron. Legacy Standard Bible and for the service for the house of God they gave 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold, and 10,000 talents of silver, and 18,000 talents of brass, and 100,000 talents of iron. Amplified Bible and gave for the service of the house of God: 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold, and 10,000 talents of silver, and 18,000 talents of bronze, and 100,000 talents of iron. Christian Standard Bible For the service of God’s house they gave 185 tons of gold and 10,000 gold coins, 375 tons of silver, 675 tons of bronze, and 4,000 tons of iron. Holman Christian Standard Bible For the service of God’s house they gave 185 tons of gold and 10,000 gold coins, 375 tons of silver, 675 tons of bronze, and 4,000 tons of iron. American Standard Version and they gave for the service of the house of God of gold five thousand talents and ten thousand darics, and of silver ten thousand talents, and of brass eighteen thousand talents, and of iron a hundred thousand talents. Contemporary English Version for the temple. These gifts included more than 170 tons of gold, over 340 tons of silver, 620 tons of bronze, and more than 3,400 tons of iron. English Revised Version and they gave for the service of the house of God of gold five thousand talents and ten thousand darics, and of silver ten thousand talents, and of brass eighteen thousand talents, and of iron a hundred thousand talents. GOD'S WORD® Translation They gave 375,186 pounds of gold, 750,000 pounds of silver, 135,000 pounds of bronze, and 7,500,000 pounds of iron for the work on God's temple. Good News Translation the following for the work on the Temple: 190 tons of gold, 380 tons of silver, 675 tons of bronze, and 3,750 tons of iron. International Standard Version They presented 5,000 gold talents and 10,000 gold darics for the work of the Temple of God, 10,000 silver talents , 18,000 bronze talents, and 100,000 iron talents. NET Bible They donated for the service of God's temple 5,000 talents and ten thousand darics of gold, 10,000 talents of silver, 18,000 talents of bronze, and 100,000 talents of iron. New Heart English Bible and they gave for the service of God's house of gold five thousand talents and ten thousand darics, and of silver ten thousand talents, and of bronze eighteen thousand talents, and of iron a hundred thousand talents. Webster's Bible Translation And gave for the service of the house of God of gold five thousand talents and ten thousand drams, and of silver ten thousand talents, and of brass eighteen thousand talents, and one hundred thousand talents of iron. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleToward the service of God’s house they gave 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold, 10,000 talents of silver, 18,000 talents of bronze, and 100,000 talents of iron. World English Bible and they gave for the service of God’s house of gold five thousand talents and ten thousand darics, of silver ten thousand talents, of bronze eighteen thousand talents, and of iron one hundred thousand talents. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd they give for the service of the house of God five thousand talents and ten thousand drams of gold, and ten thousand talents of silver, and eighteen thousand talents of bronze, and one hundred thousand talents of iron; Young's Literal Translation And they give for the service of the house of God, of gold -- talents five thousand, and drams a myriad; and of silver -- talents ten thousand, and of brass -- a myriad and eight thousand talents; and of iron -- a hundred thousand talents; Smith's Literal Translation And will give for the service of the house of God, gold five thousand talents and ten thousand darics, and silver ten thousand talents, and brass a myriad and eight thousand talents, and iron a hundred thousand talents. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd they gave for the works of the house of the Lord, of gold, five thousand talents, and ten thousand solids: of silver ten thousand talents: and of brass eighteen thousand talents: and of iron a hundred thousand talents. Catholic Public Domain Version and gave, for the works of the house of the Lord, five thousand talents and ten thousand pieces of gold, ten thousand talents of silver, and eighteen thousand talents of brass, and also one hundred thousand talents of iron. New American Bible and contributed for the service of the house of God five thousand talents and ten thousand darics of gold, ten thousand talents of silver, eighteen thousand talents of bronze, and one hundred thousand talents of iron. New Revised Standard Version They gave for the service of the house of God five thousand talents and ten thousand darics of gold, ten thousand talents of silver, eighteen thousand talents of bronze, and one hundred thousand talents of iron. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd gave for the service of the house of the LORD five thousand gold talents and fine tin for the pipes two hundred thousand talents and silver twenty thousand talents and of Corinthian brass seventy thousand talents and one hundred thousand talents of iron. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And they gave for the ministry of the house of LORD JEHOVAH five thousand talents of gold, and two hundred thousand talents fine tin for pipes, and twenty thousand talents silver, and Corinthian brass, seventy thousand talents, and iron, a hundred thousand talents. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and they gave for the service of the house of God of gold five thousand talents and ten thousand darics, and of silver ten thousand talents, and of brass eighteen thousand talents, and of iron a hundred thousand talents. Brenton Septuagint Translation And they gave for the works of the house of the Lord five thousand talents of gold, and ten thousand gold pieces, and ten thousand talents of silver, and eighteen thousand talents of brass, and a hundred thousand talents of iron. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Offerings for the Temple…6Then the leaders of the households, the officers of the tribes of Israel, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and the officials in charge of the king’s work gave willingly. 7Toward the service of God’s house they gave 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold, 10,000 talents of silver, 18,000 talents of bronze, and 100,000 talents of iron. 8Whoever had precious stones gave them to the treasury of the house of the LORD, under the care of Jehiel the Gershonite.… Cross References Exodus 35:22-29 So all who had willing hearts, both men and women, came and brought brooches and earrings, rings and necklaces, and all kinds of gold jewelry. And they all presented their gold as a wave offering to the LORD. / Everyone who had blue, purple, or scarlet yarn, or fine linen, goat hair, ram skins dyed red, or articles of fine leather, brought them. / And all who could present an offering of silver or bronze brought it as a contribution to the LORD. Also, everyone who had acacia wood for any part of the service brought it. ... Exodus 36:3-7 They received from Moses all the contributions that the Israelites had brought to carry out the service of constructing the sanctuary. Meanwhile, the people continued to bring freewill offerings morning after morning, / so that all the skilled craftsmen who were doing all the work on the sanctuary left their work / and said to Moses, “The people are bringing more than enough for doing the work the LORD has commanded us to do.” ... 2 Corinthians 8:1-5 Now, brothers, we want you to know about the grace that God has given the churches of Macedonia. / In the terrible ordeal they suffered, their abundant joy and deep poverty overflowed into rich generosity. / For I testify that they gave according to their ability and even beyond it. Of their own accord, ... 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. / Each one should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not out of regret or compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver. 1 Kings 8:63 And Solomon offered as peace offerings to the LORD 22,000 oxen and 120,000 sheep. So the king and all the Israelites dedicated the house of the LORD. 2 Kings 12:4-5 Then Joash said to the priests, “Collect all the money brought as sacred gifts into the house of the LORD—the census money, the money from vows, and the money brought voluntarily into the house of the LORD. / Let every priest receive it from his constituency, and let it be used to repair any damage found in the temple.” 2 Kings 22:4-7 “Go up to Hilkiah the high priest and have him count the money that has been brought into the house of the LORD, which the doorkeepers have collected from the people. / And let them deliver it into the hands of the supervisors of those doing the work on the house of the LORD, who in turn are to give it to the workmen repairing the damages to the house of the LORD— / to the carpenters, builders, and masons—to buy timber and dressed stone to repair the temple. ... Ezra 2:68-69 When they arrived at the house of the LORD in Jerusalem, some of the heads of the families gave freewill offerings to rebuild the house of God on its original site. / According to their ability, they gave to the treasury for this work 61,000 darics of gold, 5,000 minas of silver, and 100 priestly garments. Nehemiah 7:70-72 Some 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. Mark 12:41-44 As Jesus was sitting opposite the treasury, He watched the crowd putting money into it. And many rich people put in large amounts. / Then one poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which amounted to a small fraction of a denarius. / Jesus called His disciples to Him and said, “Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put more than all the others into the treasury. ... Luke 21:1-4 Then 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. ... Acts 4:34-37 There were no needy ones among them, because those who owned lands or houses would sell their property, bring the proceeds from the sales, / and lay them at the apostles’ feet for distribution to anyone as he had need. / Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the apostles called Barnabas (meaning Son of Encouragement), ... Acts 11:29-30 So the disciples, each according to his ability, decided to send relief to the brothers living in Judea. / This they did, sending their gifts to the elders with Barnabas and Saul. Romans 12:8 if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is giving, let him give generously; if it is leading, let him lead with diligence; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully. 1 Corinthians 16:1-2 Now about the collection for the saints, you are to do as I directed the churches of Galatia: / On the first day of every week, each of you should set aside a portion of his income, saving it up, so that when I come no collections will be needed. Treasury of Scripture And gave for the service of the house of God of gold five thousand talents and ten thousand drams, and of silver ten thousand talents, and of brass eighteen thousand talents, and one hundred thousand talents of iron. Jump to Previous Brass Bronze Darics Drams Eighteen Five Gold House Hundred Iron Service Silver Talents Temple Ten Thousand WorkJump to Next Brass Bronze Darics Drams Eighteen Five Gold House Hundred Iron Service Silver Talents Temple Ten Thousand Work1 Chronicles 29 1. David, by his example and entreaty6. causes the princes and people to offer willingly 10. David's thanksgiving and prayer 20. The people, having blessed God, and sacrificed, make Solomon king. 26. David's reign and death Toward the service of God’s house This phrase refers to the contributions made for the construction and maintenance of the Temple in Jerusalem, which was to be built by Solomon, David's son. The "house of God" signifies the central place of worship for the Israelites, where God's presence would dwell among His people. This act of giving reflects the Israelites' dedication and commitment to their faith and the importance of the Temple as a symbol of God's covenant with Israel. The Temple was not only a religious center but also a cultural and national symbol for the Israelites. they gave 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold 10,000 talents of silver 18,000 talents of bronze and 100,000 talents of iron Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe King of Israel who organized the collection for the temple. He set an example of generosity and devotion to God. 2. Israelites The people of Israel who contributed generously to the building of the temple, demonstrating their commitment to God. 3. Temple of God The central place of worship for the Israelites, which David prepared for and Solomon would eventually build. 4. Jerusalem The city where the temple was to be built, serving as the spiritual and political center of Israel. 5. Contributions The offerings of gold, silver, bronze, and iron given by the leaders and people for the construction of the temple. Teaching Points Generosity as WorshipThe act of giving is a form of worship and devotion to God. Just as the Israelites gave generously for the temple, we are called to give of our resources for God's work today. Leadership in Giving David's leadership in giving set a powerful example for the people. Leaders in the church and community should model generosity and commitment to God's purposes. Community Participation The collective effort of the Israelites highlights the importance of community involvement in God's work. Every member has a role to play in supporting the mission of the church. Sacrificial Giving The substantial contributions of the Israelites demonstrate sacrificial giving. We are encouraged to give not just from our excess but in a way that reflects our trust in God's provision. Eternal Perspective The focus on building the temple reminds us to invest in what has eternal significance. Our giving should reflect our priorities in God's kingdom. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 29:7?2. How does 1 Chronicles 29:7 inspire sacrificial giving in our lives today? 3. What does the generosity in 1 Chronicles 29:7 reveal about the Israelites' faith? 4. How can we emulate the leaders' example in 1 Chronicles 29:7? 5. What New Testament teachings align with the giving seen in 1 Chronicles 29:7? 6. How can we prioritize God's work as seen in 1 Chronicles 29:7? 7. What does 1 Chronicles 29:7 reveal about the importance of generosity in faith? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 29:7 reflect the community's commitment to God's work? 9. What historical context influenced the contributions mentioned in 1 Chronicles 29:7? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 29? 11. 1 Chronicles 7:20-29 - Are there historical or archaeological records supporting Ephraim's vast numbers and territorial claims listed here? 12. Could the overwhelming generosity described in 1 Chronicles 29:6-9 be an exaggeration or literary device rather than a historical record? 13. How do we verify the legitimacy of David's authorship of prayers like the one in 1 Chronicles 29:10-13 when external corroboration is lacking? 14. Why does Judges 7 seemingly contradict other biblical passages that emphasize the need for adequate numbers in battle (e.g., 1 Chronicles 21:1-5)? What Does 1 Chronicles 29:7 Mean Toward the service of God’s houseDavid’s leaders were not donating to a vague cause; they were giving “toward the service of God’s house.” The project was specific—the future Temple—and the purpose was worship. • 1 Chronicles 29:1 reminds us, “the house is not for man but for the LORD God.” • Exodus 25:8 sets the pattern: “They are to make a sanctuary for Me, so that I may dwell among them.” • Centuries later we are told, “Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you?” (1 Corinthians 6:19), so every act of stewardship still serves His dwelling place, whether in stone or in believers. They gave 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold Gold is the most precious metal named in Scripture, fitting for the Most High. • Solomon later “overlaid the whole house with gold” (1 Kings 6:22). The leaders were laying that foundation. • Their generosity echoes Proverbs 3:9, “Honor the LORD with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your harvest.” • Paul echoes the same spirit: “God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9:7). These givers were joyful; no coercion, only worship. Approximate weight: 5,000 talents ≈ 170 metric tons; 10,000 darics ≈ 185 kg—a staggering offering that underlines God’s worth. 10,000 talents of silver Silver often pictures redemption. The census atonement money was silver (Exodus 30:15 – 16), and the tabernacle’s foundation sockets were cast from it (Exodus 38:27). • Haggai 2:8 reminds, “The silver is Mine, and the gold is Mine, declares the LORD of Hosts.” The people merely returned what was already God’s. • Though Peter later says we were redeemed “not with perishable things such as silver or gold, but with the precious blood of Christ” (1 Peter 1:18 – 19), the silver here still foreshadows the costliness of redemption. 18,000 talents of bronze Bronze is the metal of strength and judgment, used for the altar of burnt offering where sacrifices were consumed (Exodus 27:1 – 2). • 1 Kings 7:15 tells of the bronze pillars Jachin and Boaz, symbolizing stability. • The leaders’ bronze gift ensured that the place of atonement and the vessels of service would be durable, capable of withstanding fire and time—an echo of Ephesians 6:13, “take up the full armor of God,” which includes shoes “of bronze” metaphorically strong. 100,000 talents of iron Iron, common yet rugged, provided nails, hinges, tools, and reinforcement—details easy to overlook but essential for daily ministry. • David had already stockpiled iron “without weighing” for the Temple (1 Chronicles 22:14), showing foresight and faith. • The gift underlines Isaiah 41:10, “I will strengthen you, surely I will help you,” reminding us that God equips His work with practical resources as well as precious ones. summary 1 Chronicles 29:7 records a multi–metal offering that matched every dimension of Temple ministry—worship (gold), redemption (silver), judgment and endurance (bronze), and practical strength (iron). The verse showcases willing, joyful giving for God’s dwelling, modeling the truth that all we have already belongs to Him and is best invested in His service. (7) And gave . . . of gold.--And they gave . . . gold, five thousand talents; between thirty and forty millions sterling (!).Ten thousand drams.--Rather, Darics. The Daric (Greek, ????????) was a Persian gold coin, value about 1 2s., first struck by the great Darius, son of Hystaspes (B.C. 521-485). It remained current in Western Asia long after the fall of the Persian Empire. The Hebrew word ('?darkonim) occurs again only once, viz., at Ezra 8:27, where it clearly means Darics, and is so rendered by the Syriac (d?rik-ne). The darkon (or darbon) is mentioned in the Talmud as a Persian coin. The chronicler, or his authority, has evidently substituted a familiar modern term for some ancient expression of value. No real coins are mentioned in Scripture before the age of the exile. Silver ten thousand talents.--About 4,000,000 in modern value (see 1Kings 10:21; 1Kings 10:27); or, according to Schrader, who argues from Assyrian data, 3,750,000. The value of the bronze and the iron must have been much greater then than now. (See Note on 1Chronicles 22:14.) Verse 7. - The Authorized Version translation drams occurs also twice in Ezra and twice in Nehemiah. There is no doubt that the coin referred to is the Persian daric, with which the Jews became familiar during the time of their exile. The Hebrew word appears in three different forms.1. As אֲדַרְכְּמון; here and Ezra 8:27. 2. As דַּרְכְּמון; Ezra 2:69; Nehemiah 7:70-72. 3. As דַּכְרוֹן; in rabbinical writings, but not in Scripture. . . . Hebrew Toward the serviceלַעֲבוֹדַ֣ת (la·‘ă·ḇō·w·ḏaṯ) Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 5656: Work of any kind of God’s הָאֱלֹהִ֗ים (hā·’ĕ·lō·hîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative house בֵּית־ (bêṯ-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1004: A house they gave וַֽיִּתְּנ֞וּ (way·yit·tə·nū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 5414: To give, put, set 5,000 {} חֲמֵֽשֶׁת־ (ḥă·mê·šeṯ-) Number - masculine singular construct Strong's 2568: Five talents כִּכָּרִ֣ים (kik·kā·rîm) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 3603: A round, a round district, a round loaf, a round weight, a talent (a measure of weight or money) and 10,000 רִבּוֹ֒ (rib·bōw) Number - feminine singular Strong's 7239: A myriad, large number darics וַאֲדַרְכֹנִ֣ים (wa·’ă·ḏar·ḵō·nîm) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 150: A daric, Persian coin of gold, זָהָ֞ב (zā·hāḇ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2091: Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky 10,000 {} עֲשֶׂ֣רֶת (‘ă·śe·reṯ) Number - masculine singular construct Strong's 6235: Ten talents כִּכָּרִים֙ (kik·kā·rîm) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 3603: A round, a round district, a round loaf, a round weight, a talent (a measure of weight or money) of silver, וְכֶ֗סֶף (wə·ḵe·sep̄) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3701: Silver, money 18,000 {} רִבּ֛וֹ (rib·bōw) Number - feminine singular Strong's 7239: A myriad, large number talents כִּכָּרִ֑ים (kik·kā·rîm) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 3603: A round, a round district, a round loaf, a round weight, a talent (a measure of weight or money) of bronze, וּנְחֹ֕שֶׁת (ū·nə·ḥō·šeṯ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5178: Copper, something made of that metal, coin, a fetter, base and 100,000 מֵֽאָה־ (mê·’āh-) Number - feminine singular Strong's 3967: A hundred talents כִּכָּרִֽים׃ (kik·kā·rîm) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 3603: A round, a round district, a round loaf, a round weight, a talent (a measure of weight or money) of iron. וּבַרְזֶ֖ל (ū·ḇar·zel) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1270: Iron, an iron implement Links 1 Chronicles 29:7 NIV1 Chronicles 29:7 NLT 1 Chronicles 29:7 ESV 1 Chronicles 29:7 NASB 1 Chronicles 29:7 KJV 1 Chronicles 29:7 BibleApps.com 1 Chronicles 29:7 Biblia Paralela 1 Chronicles 29:7 Chinese Bible 1 Chronicles 29:7 French Bible 1 Chronicles 29:7 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Chronicles 29:7 And they gave for the service (1 Chron. 1Ch iCh i Ch 1 chr 1chr) |
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