1 Kings 7:20 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.

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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 Version
and 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 Bible
And 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 Bible
And 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 1917
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 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.…

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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.

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1 Kings 7

1. The building of Solomon's house
2. 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

Berean Study Bible

On the capitals of both pillars
The "capitals" refer to the ornate tops of the two bronze pillars, Jachin and Boaz, which stood at the entrance of Solomon's Temple. In Hebrew, the word for "capitals" is "כֹּתֶרֶת" (koteret), which signifies a crown or topmost part, symbolizing authority and completion. These capitals were not merely structural but carried deep symbolic meaning, representing the strength and stability of God's covenant with Israel.

above the rounded projection
The "rounded projection" is a translation of the Hebrew word "גֻּלָּה" (gullah), which can mean a bowl or a rounded shape. This architectural feature highlights the intricate design and craftsmanship of the temple, reflecting the glory and majesty of God. The rounded projection served as a base for the capitals, emphasizing the perfection and completeness of God's creation.

next to the latticework
The "latticework" refers to the decorative network or grid-like design that adorned the pillars. In Hebrew, "שְׂבָכָה" (sebakhah) suggests a woven or interlaced pattern, symbolizing the interconnectedness of God's people and His divine plan. The latticework can be seen as a metaphor for the protective and encompassing nature of God's presence, as well as the beauty and complexity of His creation.

were two hundred pomegranates
The "pomegranates" are significant both culturally and religiously. In Hebrew, "רִמּוֹן" (rimmon) is the word for pomegranate, a fruit often associated with fertility, abundance, and blessing. The pomegranate's numerous seeds symbolize prosperity and the fulfillment of God's promises. In the context of the temple, the pomegranates represent the fruitfulness of a life lived in obedience to God and the blessings that flow from His covenant.

in rows all around
The phrase "in rows all around" indicates the orderly and intentional placement of the pomegranates. This meticulous arrangement reflects the order and harmony inherent in God's creation and His divine order. The circular arrangement can also symbolize eternity and the unending nature of God's love and faithfulness to His people.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(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.

Pulpit Commentary

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

On
עַל־ (‘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

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OT History: 1 Kings 7:20 There were capitals above also (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg)