Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version On the capitals of both pillars, above the bowl-shaped part next to the network, were the two hundred pomegranates in rows all around. New Living Translation The capitals on the two pillars had 200 pomegranates in two rows around them, beside the rounded surface next to the latticework. English Standard Version The capitals were on the two pillars and also above the rounded projection which was beside the latticework. There were two hundred pomegranates in two rows all around, and so with the other capital. Berean Standard Bible On the capitals of both pillars, just above the rounded projection next to the network, were the two hundred pomegranates in rows encircling each capital. King James Bible And the chapiters upon the two pillars had pomegranates also above, over against the belly which was by the network: and the pomegranates were two hundred in rows round about upon the other chapiter. New King James Version The capitals on the two pillars also had pomegranates above, by the convex surface which was next to the network; and there were two hundred such pomegranates in rows on each of the capitals all around. New American Standard Bible So there were capitals on the two pillars, also above and close to the rounded projection which was beside the lattice; and the pomegranates totaled two hundred in rows around both capitals. NASB 1995 There were capitals on the two pillars, even above and close to the rounded projection which was beside the network; and the pomegranates numbered two hundred in rows around both capitals. NASB 1977 And there were capitals on the two pillars, even above and close to the rounded projection which was beside the network; and the pomegranates numbered two hundred in rows around both capitals. Legacy Standard Bible And there were capitals on the two pillars, even right above the rounded projection which was on the one side of the network; and the pomegranates numbered two hundred in rows around both capitals. Amplified Bible The capitals were on the two pillars and also above and close to the rounded projection which was beside the network. There were two hundred pomegranates in rows around both capitals. Christian Standard Bible The capitals on the two pillars were also immediately above the rounded surface next to the grating, and two hundred pomegranates were in rows encircling each capital. Holman Christian Standard Bible The capitals on the two pillars were also immediately above the rounded surface next to the grating, and 200 pomegranates were in rows encircling each capital. American Standard Version And there were capitals above also upon the two pillars, close by the belly which was beside the network: and the pomegranates were two hundred, in rows round about upon the other capital. Contemporary English Version The chain designs on the caps were right above the rounded tops of the two columns, and there were 200 pomegranates in rows around each cap. English Revised Version And there were chapiters above also upon the two pillars, close by the belly which was beside the network: and the pomegranates were two hundred, in rows round about upon the other chapiter. GOD'S WORD® Translation Two hundred pomegranates in rows were directly above the bowl-shaped parts around the filigree on the capitals on both pillars. Good News Translation and were placed on a rounded section which was above the chain design. There were 200 pomegranates in two rows around each capital. International Standard Version with the capitals on the two pillars covered by 200 pomegranates in rows around both the capitals above and adjoining the rounded latticework. Majority Standard Bible On the capitals of both pillars, just above the rounded projection next to the network, were the two hundred pomegranates in rows encircling each capital. NET Bible On the top of each pillar, right above the bulge beside the latticework, there were two hundred pomegranate-shaped ornaments arranged in rows all the way around. New Heart English Bible And the capitals were on the two pillars, even above and close to the rounded projection which was beside the network. And there were two hundred pomegranates in rows all around on the capital, and the same around the other capital. Webster's Bible Translation And the capitals upon the two pillars had pomegranates also above, over against the belly which was by the net-work: and the pomegranates were two hundred in rows around upon the other capital. World English Bible There were capitals above also on the two pillars, close by the belly which was beside the network. There were two hundred pomegranates in rows around the other capital. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the chapiters on the two pillars also [have pomegranates] above, close by the protuberance that [is] beside the net; and the pomegranates [are] two hundred, in rows around on the second capital. Young's Literal Translation and the chapiters on the two pillars also above, over-against the protuberance that is beside the net; and the pomegranates are two hundred, in rows round about on the second chapiter. Smith's Literal Translation And the crowns upon the two pillars also from above from over against the belly which was beyond the net: the pomegranates two hundred in rows round about upon the second crown. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd again other chapiters in the top of the pillars above, according to the measure of the pillar over against the network: and of pomegranates there were two hundred in rows round about the other chapiter. Catholic Public Domain Version And again, there were other heads at the tops of the columns above, in accord with the measure of the column opposite the netting. And there were two hundred of the pomegranates, in rows around the second head. New American Bible And the capitals on the two columns, both above and adjoining the bulge where it crossed out of the netting, had two hundred pomegranates in rows around each capital. New Revised Standard Version The capitals were on the two pillars and also above the rounded projection that was beside the latticework; there were two hundred pomegranates in rows all around; and so with the other capital. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the capitals that were upon the two pillars had pomegranates also above, and over against the side which was by the network; and the pomegranates were two hundred in rows round about upon the one capital; and in like manner the other capital. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And saplings that were upon the two pillars, also from above next to the side of the lattice and pomegranates, two hundred two rows in a circle on one sapling and so the other sapling. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And there were capitals above also upon the two pillars, close by the belly which was beside the network; and the pomegranates were two hundred, in rows round about upon each capital. Brenton Septuagint Translation and a chamber over both the pillars, and above the sides an addition equal to the chamber in width. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Work of Hiram…19And the capitals atop the pillars in the portico were shaped like lilies, four cubits 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. 21Thus he set up the pillars at the portico of the temple. The pillar to the south he named Jachin, and the pillar to the north he named Boaz.… Cross References 2 Chronicles 4:12-13 the 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 25:31-36 Then 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. ... Jeremiah 52:22-23 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. 2 Chronicles 3:15-17 In front of the temple he made two pillars, which together were thirty-five cubits high, each with a capital on top measuring five cubits. / He made interwoven chains and put them on top of the pillars. He made a hundred pomegranates and fastened them into the chainwork. / Then he set up the pillars in front of the temple, one on the south and one on the north. The pillar on the south he named Jachin, and the pillar on the north he named Boaz. Exodus 37:17-22 Then he made the lampstand out of pure hammered gold, all of one piece: its base and shaft, its cups, and its buds and petals. / Six branches extended from the sides, three on one side and three on the other. / There were 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 extended from the lampstand. ... Zechariah 4:2-3 “What do you see?” he asked. “I see a solid gold lampstand,” I replied, “with a bowl at the top and seven lamps on it, with seven spouts to the lamps. / There are also two olive trees beside it, one on the right side of the bowl and the other on its left.” 1 Kings 6:18 The cedar paneling inside the temple was carved with gourds and open flowers. Everything was cedar; not a stone could be seen. 1 Kings 6:29 Then 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 6:32 The 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 6:35 He carved into them cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers, and he overlaid them with gold hammered evenly over the carvings. Revelation 1:12-13 Then I turned to see the voice that was speaking with me. And having turned, I saw seven golden lampstands, / and among the lampstands was One like the Son of Man, dressed in a long robe, with a golden sash around His chest. Revelation 1:20 This is the mystery of the seven stars you saw in My right hand and of the seven golden lampstands: The seven stars are the angels of the seven churches, and the seven lampstands are the seven churches. Revelation 11:4 These witnesses are the two olive trees and the two lampstands that stand before the Lord of the earth. Revelation 21:18 The wall was made of jasper, and the city itself of pure gold, as pure as glass. Revelation 21:21 And the twelve gates were twelve pearls, with each gate consisting of a single pearl. The main street of the city was pure gold, as clear as glass. Treasury of Scripture And the capitals on the two pillars had pomegranates also above, over against the belly which was by the network: and the pomegranates were two hundred in rows round about on the other capital. and the pomegranates 2 Kings 25:17 The height of the one pillar was eighteen cubits, and the chapiter upon it was brass: and the height of the chapiter three cubits; and the wreathen work, and pomegranates upon the chapiter round about, all of brass: and like unto these had the second pillar with wreathen work. 2 Chronicles 3:16 And he made chains, as in the oracle, and put them on the heads of the pillars; and made an hundred pomegranates, and put them on the chains. 2 Chronicles 4:13 And four hundred pomegranates on the two wreaths; two rows of pomegranates on each wreath, to cover the two pommels of the chapiters which were upon the pillars. Jump to Previous Apples Belly Bowl-Shaped Capital Capitals Chapiter Chapiters Close Crown Crowns Enlargement Hundred Lines Net Network Net-Work Numbered Over-Against Part Pillars Pomegranates Projection Round Rounded Rows SecondJump to Next Apples Belly Bowl-Shaped Capital Capitals Chapiter Chapiters Close Crown Crowns Enlargement Hundred Lines Net Network Net-Work Numbered Over-Against Part Pillars Pomegranates Projection Round Rounded Rows Second1 Kings 7 1. The building of Solomon's house2. Of the house of Lebanon 6. Of the porch of pillars 7. Of the porch of judgment 8. Of the house for Pharaoh's daughter 13. Hiram's work of the two pillars, 23. Of the molten sea 27. Of the ten bases 38. Of the ten lavers 40. and all the vessels On the capitals of both pillars The capitals refer to the tops of the two bronze pillars, Jachin and Boaz, which stood at the entrance of Solomon's Temple. These pillars were not only structural but also symbolic, representing strength and stability. The use of capitals in ancient architecture often signified the crowning glory of a structure, and in the context of the temple, they symbolized the divine presence and majesty of God. just above the rounded projection next to the network were the two hundred pomegranates in rows encircling each capital each capital Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonThe king of Israel who commissioned the building of the temple and his palace, including the intricate details of the pillars. 2. Hiram A skilled craftsman from Tyre, known for his expertise in bronze work, who was responsible for creating the temple furnishings, including the pillars. 3. Temple of Solomon The first temple in Jerusalem, a central place of worship for the Israelites, symbolizing God's presence among His people. 4. Pillars (Jachin and Boaz) Two bronze pillars at the entrance of Solomon's Temple, representing strength and stability. 5. Pomegranates Decorative elements on the pillars, symbolizing fruitfulness and abundance. Teaching Points Symbolism of PomegranatesThe pomegranates on the pillars symbolize fruitfulness and abundance, reminding believers of the spiritual fruit they are called to bear in their lives (Galatians 5:22-23). God's Attention to Detail The intricate design of the temple, including the pomegranates, reflects God's attention to detail and His desire for beauty and order in worship. Believers are encouraged to honor God with excellence in all they do (Colossians 3:23). Strength and Stability in Faith The pillars, named Jachin and Boaz, symbolize strength and stability. Christians are called to stand firm in their faith, rooted in the truth of God's Word (Ephesians 6:13-14). The Role of Art in Worship The artistic elements of the temple, such as the pomegranates, highlight the role of creativity and art in worship, encouraging believers to use their gifts to glorify God (Exodus 35:30-35).(20) Over against (or rather, close to) the belly which was by the network.--The "belly" here (like the "bowls" or "globes" of the chapiters in 1Kings 7:41-42) seems to signify the rounded form of the capital, where it comes down to join the shaft. At this junction the bands of pomegranate ornament ran round the shaft. In this verse it is obvious that there is an omission in the text. It should be, "were two hundred in rows round about the one chapiter, and two hundred in rows round about the other chapiter." Hence the "four hundred" of 1Kings 7:42 and 2Chronicles 4:13.Verse 20. And the chapiters upon the two pillars had pomegranates [Instead of the italics, Keil would supply Hiram made, but it is doubtful whether this is any improvement. We have already heard more than once that he made the chapiters. It is better to supply projected or were, as in the preceding verse. This verse is extremely obscure; but its design appears to be to explain how the bowl of the chapiter projected above its base] also above [i.e., above the neck, or lowest cubit, on which was the net and chain work], over against [מִלְּעֻמַּת with two prefixes is a rare form] the belly [or "bowl" (ver. 41)] which was by [Heb. beyond, on the other side of, i.e., as it appeared to a spectator standing below] the network: and the pomegranates were two hundred in rows [This agrees with the total of four hundred, as given in ver. 42, and in 2 Chronicles, and with the "hundred round about" (i.e., the number in each row) mentioned in Jeremiah 52:23. We gather from this latter passage that ninety-six out of the hundred faced the four quarters, for this is apparently the meaning of רוּחָה, windwards; see Ezekiel 42:16-18, not that the pomegranates could be "set in motion by the play of the wind," as Ewald confidently affirms. The remaining four pomegranates, of course, occupied the four corners. The necessary inference from this statement, viz., that this part of the capital was foursquare, seems to have escaped the notice of the commentators] round about upon the other chapiter. [Some words have evidently dropped out of the Hebrew here, as in ver. 15. The text, no doubt, originally stood "two hundred in rows round about the one chapiter, and two hundred in rows round about upon the other chapiter." There has been no intentional compression that is not the genius of the Semitic languages - but an accidental omission, occasioned by the recurrence of almost identical words. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Onעַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the capitals וְכֹתָרֹ֗ת (wə·ḵō·ṯā·rōṯ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 3805: The capital of a, column of both שְׁנֵי֙ (šə·nê) Number - mdc Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number) pillars, הָֽעַמּוּדִ֔ים (hā·‘am·mū·ḏîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 5982: A column, a stand, platform just מִלְּעֻמַּ֣ת (mil·lə·‘um·maṯ) Preposition-m, Preposition-l Strong's 5980: Society, near, beside, along with above מִמַּ֙עַל֙ (mim·ma·‘al) Preposition-m | Adverb Strong's 4605: The upper part, with prefix upward, above, overhead, from the top the rounded projection הַבֶּ֔טֶן (hab·be·ṭen) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 990: The belly, the womb, the bosom, body of anything next to לְעֵ֣בֶר (lə·‘ê·ḇer) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5676: A region across, on the opposite side the network, הַשְּׂבָכָ֑ה (haś·śə·ḇā·ḵāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 7639: A net-work, a snare, a ballustrade, a reticulated ornament to a, pillar [were] the two hundred מָאתַ֙יִם֙ (mā·ṯa·yim) Number - fd Strong's 3967: A hundred pomegranates וְהָרִמּוֹנִ֤ים (wə·hā·rim·mō·w·nîm) Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 7416: A pomegranate, the tree, the fruit in rows טֻרִ֣ים (ṭu·rîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 2905: A row, a wall encircling סָבִ֔יב (sā·ḇîḇ) Adverb Strong's 5439: A circle, neighbour, environs, around each capital. הַכֹּתֶ֥רֶת (hak·kō·ṯe·reṯ) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 3805: The capital of a, column Links 1 Kings 7:20 NIV1 Kings 7:20 NLT 1 Kings 7:20 ESV 1 Kings 7:20 NASB 1 Kings 7:20 KJV 1 Kings 7:20 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 7:20 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 7:20 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 7:20 French Bible 1 Kings 7:20 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 7:20 There were capitals above also (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |
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