Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version At the top of the stand there was a circular band half a cubit deep. The supports and panels were attached to the top of the stand. New Living Translation Around the top of each cart was a rim nine inches wide. The corner supports and side panels were cast as one unit with the cart. English Standard Version And on the top of the stand there was a round band half a cubit high; and on the top of the stand its stays and its panels were of one piece with it. Berean Standard Bible At the top of each stand was a circular band half a cubit high. The supports and panels were cast as a unit with the top of the stand. King James Bible And in the top of the base was there a round compass of half a cubit high: and on the top of the base the ledges thereof and the borders thereof were of the same. New King James Version On the top of the cart, at the height of half a cubit, it was perfectly round. And on the top of the cart, its flanges and its panels were of the same casting. New American Standard Bible And on the top of the stand there was a circular form half a cubit high, and on the top of the stand its stays and its borders were part of it. NASB 1995 On the top of the stand there was a circular form half a cubit high, and on the top of the stand its stays and its borders were part of it. NASB 1977 And on the top of the stand there was a circular form half a cubit high, and on the top of the stand its stays and its borders were part of it. Legacy Standard Bible And on the top of the stand there was a circular form half a cubit high, and on the top of the stand its stays and its borders were part of it. Amplified Bible On the top of the stand there was a circular piece half a cubit high, and on the top of the stand its supports and borders were part of it. Christian Standard Bible At the top of the cart was a band nine inches high encircling it; also, at the top of the cart, its braces and its frames were one piece with it. Holman Christian Standard Bible At the top of the cart was a band nine inches high encircling it; also, at the top of the cart, its braces and its frames were one piece with it. American Standard Version And in the top of the base was there a round compass half a cubit high; and on the top of the base the stays thereof and the panels thereof were of the same. English Revised Version And in the top of the base was there a round compass of half a cubit high: and on the top of the base the stays thereof and the borders thereof were of the same. GOD'S WORD® Translation The top of each stand had a round, nine-inch-high band. Above the stand were supports which were part of the panels. Good News Translation There was a 9-inch band around the top of each cart; its supports and the panels were of one piece with the cart. International Standard Version On top of each stand was a circular structure one half of one cubit high, with its braces and support frames integral with it, forming a single piece. Majority Standard Bible At the top of each stand was a circular band half a cubit high. The supports and panels were cast as a unit with the top of the stand. NET Bible On top of each stand was a round opening three-quarters of a foot deep; there were also supports and frames on top of the stands. New Heart English Bible In the top of the base was there a round compass ten and a quarter inches high; and on the top of the base its stays and its panels were of the same. Webster's Bible Translation And in the top of the base was there a round compass of half a cubit high: and on the top of the base its ledges and its borders were of the same. World English Bible In the top of the base there was a round band half a cubit high; and on the top of the base its supports and its panels were the same. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd in the top of the base [is] the half of a cubit in the height all around; and on the top of the base its spokes and its borders [are] of the same. Young's Literal Translation And in the top of the base is the half of a cubit in the height all round about; and on the top of the base its spokes and its borders are of the same. Smith's Literal Translation And in the head of the base its height, half a cubit rounded round about: and upon the head of the base its hands and its borders from out of it. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd in the top of the base there was a round compass of half a cubit, so wrought that the laver might be set thereon, having its gravings, and divers sculptures of itself. Catholic Public Domain Version And at the summit of the base, there was a round stand of one half cubit, fabricated so that the basin could be placed upon it, having its engravings, and various sculptures of its own. New American Bible At the top of the stand there was a raised collar half a cubit high, and the handles and panels on top of the stand formed part of it. New Revised Standard Version On the top of the stand there was a round band half a cubit high; on the top of the stand, its stays and its borders were of one piece with it. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe supports and the frame of the base were half a cubit; and on the top of the base there was a rim; and the top of the base, its axletrees, and its borders were of the same. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the belly of the base bowl was a half of a cubit and the height of the wheel was all around and upon the top of the base and its hands and its prominences. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And in the top of the base was there a round compass of half a cubit high; and on the top of the base the stays thereof and the borders thereof were of one piece therewith. Brenton Septuagint Translation And on the top of the base half a cubit was the size of it, there was a circle on the top of the base, and there was the top of its spaces and its borders: and it was open at the top of its spaces. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Ten Bronze Stands…34Each stand had four handles, one for each corner, projecting from the stand. 35At the top of each stand was a circular band half a cubit high. The supports and panels were cast as a unit with the top of the stand. 36He engraved cherubim, lions, and palm trees on the surfaces of the supports and panels, wherever each had space, with wreaths all around.… Cross References Exodus 25:31-40 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. ... Exodus 37:17-24 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. ... 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); 2 Chronicles 4:19-22 Solomon also made all the furnishings for the house of God: the golden altar; the tables on which was placed the Bread of the Presence; / the lampstands of pure gold and their lamps, to burn in front of the inner sanctuary as prescribed; / the flowers, lamps, and tongs of gold—of purest gold; ... 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. 1 Kings 10:18-20 Additionally, the king made a great throne of ivory and overlaid it with pure gold. / The throne had six steps, and its back had a rounded top. There were armrests on both sides of the seat, with a lion standing beside each armrest. / Twelve lions stood on the six steps, one at either end of each step. Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom. 2 Chronicles 3:10-13 In the Most Holy Place he made two cherubim of sculptured work, and he overlaid them with gold. / The total wingspan of the cherubim was twenty cubits. One wing of the first cherub was five cubits long and touched the wall of the temple, and its other wing was five cubits long and touched the wing of the other cherub. / The wing of the second cherub also measured five cubits and touched the wall of the temple, while its other wing measured five cubits and touched the wing of the first cherub. ... 2 Chronicles 3:16 He made interwoven chains and put them on top of the pillars. He made a hundred pomegranates and fastened them into the chainwork. Ezekiel 41:18-20 were alternating carved cherubim and palm trees. Each cherub had two faces: / the face of a man was toward the palm tree on one side, and the face of a young lion was toward the palm tree on the other side. They were carved all the way around the temple. / Cherubim and palm trees were carved on the wall of the outer sanctuary from the floor to the space above the entrance. Ezekiel 41:25 Cherubim and palm trees like those on the walls were carved on the doors of the outer sanctuary, and there was a wooden canopy outside, on the front of the portico. 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. Treasury of Scripture And in the top of the base was there a round compass of half a cubit high: and on the top of the base the ledges thereof and the borders thereof were of the same. Jump to Previous Band Base Borders Circular Compass Cubit Deep Form Half Height High Ledges Panels Part Piece Round Spokes Stand Stays Supports Thereof Therewith Top VesselJump to Next Band Base Borders Circular Compass Cubit Deep Form Half Height High Ledges Panels Part Piece Round Spokes Stand Stays Supports Thereof Therewith Top Vessel1 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 At the top of each stand was a circular band half a cubit high. This phrase describes the architectural detail of the stands used in Solomon's Temple, which were part of the larger complex of the temple furnishings. The circular band, being half a cubit high, indicates a precise measurement, reflecting the meticulous craftsmanship and divine order associated with the temple's construction. A cubit, an ancient unit of length, was approximately 18 inches, making the band about 9 inches high. This detail underscores the importance of symmetry and proportion in the temple's design, which was intended to reflect the perfection and holiness of God. The circular shape may symbolize eternity and completeness, themes often associated with God's nature. The use of such detailed craftsmanship in the temple furnishings highlights the reverence and dedication to worship in ancient Israel. The supports and panels were cast as a unit with the top of the stand. Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonThe king of Israel who commissioned the building of the temple and his palace, including the intricate designs of the temple furnishings. 2. Hiram (Huram) A skilled craftsman from Tyre, brought in by Solomon to oversee the construction of the temple's bronze work, including the stands mentioned in this verse. 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. Bronze Stands Part of the temple furnishings, these stands were used to support the basins for washing, showcasing the detailed craftsmanship and the importance of purity in worship. 5. Jerusalem The city where the temple was built, serving as the spiritual and political center of Israel. Teaching Points The Importance of Detail in WorshipThe intricate design of the temple furnishings, including the bronze stands, highlights the importance of detail and excellence in our worship and service to God. Unity in Craftsmanship The casting of the supports and panels as a unit symbolizes the unity and harmony that should characterize the body of Christ, working together for God's glory. Purity and Preparation The stands supported basins for washing, reminding us of the need for spiritual cleansing and preparation before approaching God in worship. God's Presence and Holiness The temple and its furnishings were a constant reminder of God's presence and the holiness required to dwell with Him, calling us to live lives set apart for His purposes. Legacy of Faithful Service Just as Hiram's craftsmanship left a lasting legacy in the temple, our service to God should aim to leave a legacy of faithfulness and dedication.Verse 35. - And in the top [Heb. head] of the base was there a round compass [Probably "the base above" (ver. 29)or stand for the laver. This was apparently arched to the height of nine inches above the top of the base] of half a cubit high: and on the top of the base the ledges [Heb. hands. These can hardly be either "the hands of the wheels" (ver. 32) or the "shoulders" of ver. 30 or ver. 34, but what they were it is difficult to say. They may have been arms or projections supporting the laver] thereof and the borders thereof were of the same. [Heb. from it, sc., of one piece or casting.] Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew At the topוּבְרֹ֣אשׁ (ū·ḇə·rōš) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7218: The head of each stand הַמְּכוֹנָ֗ה (ham·mə·ḵō·w·nāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4350: A fixed resting place, base [was] a circular עָגֹ֣ל ׀ (‘ā·ḡōl) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 5696: Circular band סָבִ֑יב (sā·ḇîḇ) Adverb Strong's 5439: A circle, neighbour, environs, around half חֲצִ֧י (ḥă·ṣî) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 2677: The half, middle a cubit הָאַמָּ֛ה (hā·’am·māh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 520: A mother, a cubit, a door-base high. קוֹמָ֖ה (qō·w·māh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 6967: Height The supports יְדֹתֶ֔יהָ (yə·ḏō·ṯe·hā) Noun - feminine plural construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 3027: A hand and panels וּמִסְגְּרֹתֶ֖יהָ (ū·mis·gə·rō·ṯe·hā) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine plural construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 4526: Something enclosing, a margin, a stronghold were cast as a unit מִמֶּֽנָּה׃ (mim·men·nāh) Preposition | third person feminine singular Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of with וְעַ֨ל (wə·‘al) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the top רֹ֤אשׁ (rōš) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7218: The head of the stand. הַמְּכֹנָה֙ (ham·mə·ḵō·nāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4350: A fixed resting place, base Links 1 Kings 7:35 NIV1 Kings 7:35 NLT 1 Kings 7:35 ESV 1 Kings 7:35 NASB 1 Kings 7:35 KJV 1 Kings 7:35 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 7:35 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 7:35 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 7:35 French Bible 1 Kings 7:35 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 7:35 In the top of the base was (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |
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