1 Kings 7:46 The king had them cast in clay molds in the plain of the Jordan between Succoth and Zarethan.

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New International Version
The king had them cast in clay molds in the plain of the Jordan between Sukkoth and Zarethan.

New Living Translation
The king had them cast in clay molds in the Jordan Valley between Succoth and Zarethan.

English Standard Version
In the plain of the Jordan the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarethan.

Berean Standard Bible
The king had them cast in clay molds in the plain of the Jordan between Succoth and Zarethan.

King James Bible
In the plain of Jordan did the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarthan.

New King James Version
In the plain of Jordan the king had them cast in clay molds, between Succoth and Zaretan.

New American Standard Bible
The king had them cast in the plain of the Jordan, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarethan.

NASB 1995
In the plain of the Jordan the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarethan.

NASB 1977
In the plain of the Jordan the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarethan.

Legacy Standard Bible
On the plain of the Jordan the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarethan.

Amplified Bible
In the plain of the Jordan [River] the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarethan.

Christian Standard Bible
The king had them cast in clay molds in the Jordan Valley between Succoth and Zarethan.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The king had them cast in clay molds in the Jordan Valley between Succoth and Zarethan.

American Standard Version
In the plain of the Jordan did the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarethan.

Contemporary English Version
near the Jordan River between Succoth and Zarethan by pouring melted bronze into clay molds.

English Revised Version
In the Plain of Jordan did the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarethan.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The king cast them in foundries in the Jordan Valley between Succoth and Zarethan.

Good News Translation
The king had it all made in the foundry between Sukkoth and Zarethan, in the Jordan Valley.

International Standard Version
The king had them cast in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarethan in the Jordan plain.

Majority Standard Bible
The king had them cast in clay molds in the plain of the Jordan between Succoth and Zarethan.

NET Bible
The king had them cast in earth foundries in the region of the Jordan between Succoth and Zarethan.

New Heart English Bible
The king cast them in the plain of the Jordan, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarethan.

Webster's Bible Translation
In the plain of Jordan did the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarthan.

World English Bible
The king cast them in the plain of the Jordan, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarethan.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
The king has cast them in the circuit of the Jordan, in the thick soil of the ground, between Succoth and Zarthan.

Young's Literal Translation
In the circuit of the Jordan hath the king cast them, in the thick soil of the ground, between Succoth and Zarthan.

Smith's Literal Translation
In the circuit of Jordan the king cast them, in the density of the earth between Succoth and between Zarthan.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
In the plains of the Jordan did the king cast them in a clay ground, between Socoth and Sartham.

Catholic Public Domain Version
In the open regions near the Jordan, the king cast these, in the clay soil between Succoth and Zarethan.

New American Bible
The king had them cast in the neighborhood of the Jordan, between Succoth and Zarethan, in thick clay molds.

New Revised Standard Version
In the plain of the Jordan the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarethan.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
In Kakar which is in the plain of Jericho by the side of the Jordan did the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarthan.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
In Kakar that is in the valley of Yerikho on the side of the Jordan, the King smelted them in the best of the land between Saquth and Tsartan.

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
In the plain of the Jordan did the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarethan.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
In the country round about Jordan did he cast them, in the clay land between Socchoth and Sira.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

Completion of the Bronze Works
…45and the pots, shovels, and sprinkling bowls. All the articles that Huram made for King Solomon in the house of the LORD were made of burnished bronze. 46The king had them cast in clay molds in the plain of the Jordan between Succoth and Zarethan. 47Solomon left all these articles unweighed, because there were so many. The weight of the bronze could not be determined.…

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Cross References

2 Chronicles 4:17
The king had them cast in clay molds in the plain of the Jordan between Succoth and Zeredah.

Exodus 38:31
the bases for the surrounding courtyard and its gate, and all the tent pegs for the tabernacle and its surrounding courtyard.

2 Samuel 8:8
And from Betah and Berothai, cities of Hadadezer, King David took a large amount of bronze.

1 Kings 6:1
In the four hundred and eightieth year after the Israelites had come out of the land of Egypt, in the fourth year of Solomon’s reign over Israel, in the month of Ziv, the second month, he began to build the house of the LORD.

1 Kings 9:15-17
This is the account of the forced labor that King Solomon imposed to build the house of the LORD, his own palace, the supporting terraces, and the wall of Jerusalem, as well as Hazor, Megiddo, and Gezer. / Pharaoh king of Egypt had attacked and captured Gezer. He had set it on fire, killed the Canaanites who lived in the city, and given it as a dowry to his daughter, Solomon’s wife. / So Solomon rebuilt Gezer, Lower Beth-horon,

2 Chronicles 2:7
Send me, therefore, a craftsman skilled in engraving to work with gold and silver, with bronze and iron, and with purple, crimson, and blue yarn. He will work with my craftsmen in Judah and Jerusalem, whom my father David provided.

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.

2 Chronicles 5:1
So all the work that Solomon had performed for the house of the LORD was completed. Then Solomon brought in the items his father David had dedicated—the silver, the gold, and all the furnishings—and he placed them in the treasuries of the house of God.

2 Chronicles 7:11
When Solomon had finished the house of the LORD and the royal palace, successfully carrying out all that was in his heart to do for the house of the LORD and for his own palace,

Jeremiah 52:20
As for the two pillars, the Sea, the twelve bronze bulls under it, and the movable stands that King Solomon had made for the house of the LORD, the weight of the bronze from all these articles was beyond measure.

1 Chronicles 18:8
And from Tibhath and Cun, cities of Hadadezer, David took a large amount of bronze, with which Solomon made the bronze Sea, the pillars, and various bronze articles.

1 Kings 4:12
Baana son of Ahilud in Taanach, in Megiddo, and in all of Beth-shean next to Zarethan below Jezreel, from Beth-shean to Abel-meholah and on past Jokmeam;

1 Kings 5:16
not including his 3,300 foremen who supervised the workers.

1 Kings 10:26
Solomon accumulated 1,400 chariots and 12,000 horses, which he stationed in the chariot cities and also with him in Jerusalem.

1 Kings 11:27
and this is the account of his rebellion against the king. Solomon had built the supporting terraces and repaired the gap in the wall of the city of his father David.

Treasury of Scripture

In the plain of Jordan did the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarthan.

Genesis 33:17
And Jacob journeyed to Succoth, and built him an house, and made booths for his cattle: therefore the name of the place is called Succoth.

1 Kings 4:12
Baana the son of Ahilud; to him pertained Taanach and Megiddo, and all Bethshean, which is by Zartanah beneath Jezreel, from Bethshean to Abelmeholah, even unto the place that is beyond Jokneam:

Zartanah

Joshua 2:16
And she said unto them, Get you to the mountain, lest the pursuers meet you; and hide yourselves there three days, until the pursuers be returned: and afterward may ye go your way.

Zaretan

2 Chronicles 4:17
In the plain of Jordan did the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zeredathah.

Zeredathah

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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

The king
This phrase refers to King Solomon, the son of David, who was renowned for his wisdom and for building the first temple in Jerusalem. Solomon's reign is often seen as a golden age for Israel, marked by peace and prosperity. His leadership in constructing the temple and other significant structures reflects his dedication to glorifying God and establishing a central place of worship for the Israelites.

had them cast
The process of casting involves pouring molten metal into a mold to create a specific shape. This phrase indicates the meticulous and skilled craftsmanship involved in creating the temple furnishings. The use of casting signifies the permanence and durability of the items, symbolizing the enduring nature of God's covenant with Israel.

in clay molds
Clay molds were used in ancient times for casting metal objects. The use of clay, a humble and abundant material, highlights the contrast between the earthly and the divine. It serves as a reminder that God can use simple, earthly means to accomplish His divine purposes. The process of casting in clay molds also reflects the creativity and resourcefulness of the artisans under Solomon's direction.

in the plain of the Jordan
This geographical reference situates the casting process in a specific location known for its rich alluvial soil, ideal for making clay molds. The Jordan Valley was a significant area in Israel's history, symbolizing transition and transformation, as it was the crossing point into the Promised Land. This setting underscores the importance of the work being done for the temple, a place where heaven and earth would meet.

between Succoth and Zarethan
These locations are mentioned to provide a precise geographical context. Succoth and Zarethan were towns in the Jordan Valley, and their mention indicates the logistical planning and organization required for such a large-scale project. Historically, these areas were known for their resources and strategic importance, which would have facilitated the production and transportation of the temple furnishings.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(46) In the plain of Jordan did the king cast them.--The casting was done in the Jordan valley. Succoth is on the east side of Jordan, in the territory of Gad (see Genesis 33:17; Joshua 13:27; Judges 8:5)--the place of the halt of Jacob on his way from Padan-aram, and of the insult offered to Gideon and his revenge. Zarthan, or Zaretan (Joshua 3:16), is on the western side, in the territory of Manasseh, not far from Bethshan, and nearly opposite Succoth.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 46. - In the plain [Heb. Ciccar, i.e., circle or circuit, the word used only of the Ghor or Jordan valley. This tract is called "The Ciccar" Genesis 13:11, 19:17, etc. See Stanley, "Sinai and Palestine," App., § 12] of Jordan [in the Heb. this river ("the descender") always takes the art.] did the king cast them, in the clay ground [Heb. as marg. in the thickness of the ground. Whether the soil was made thick by stamping (Keil) it is impossible to say. It looks as if this site had been chosen because the soil was suitable] between Succoth [Genesis 33:17. It appears from Judges 8:5 that it lay east of the Jordan (cf. Joshua 13:27, where it allotted to the tribe of Gad); "and indeed it has been recovered, under its later name Tarala, at Tell Dar'ala, northeast of the Damieh ford" (Condor, p. 229). As Zarthan was almost certainly west of the Jordan, and as the casting - from the nature of the country - must as certainly have been done to the west of the river it is somewhat surprising to find a trans-Jordanie town mentioned as one of the landmarks defining the site. It is possible that there was a western Succoth - a place named Sakut was discovered by Robinson and Van de velde, a few miles south of Bethshean; but this name is radically different (Conder). It is, therefore, more probable that, being near the ford of the river this place was so well known that it would serve better than any of the less familiar western towns to identify the site of the foundry] and Zarthan. [See note on 1 Kings 4:12.]

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

The king
הַמֶּ֔לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4428: A king

had them cast
יְצָקָ֣ם (yə·ṣā·qām)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine plural
Strong's 3332: To pour out, to melt, cast as metal, to place firmly, to stiffen, grow hard

in clay
בְּמַעֲבֵ֖ה (bə·ma·‘ă·ḇêh)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4568: Thickness, compactness

molds
הָאֲדָמָ֑ה (hā·’ă·ḏā·māh)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 127: Ground, land

in the plain
בְּכִכַּ֤ר (bə·ḵik·kar)
Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 3603: A round, a round district, a round loaf, a round weight, a talent (a measure of weight or money)

of the Jordan
הַיַּרְדֵּן֙ (hay·yar·dên)
Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 3383: Jordan -- the principal river of Palestine

between
בֵּ֥ין (bên)
Preposition
Strong's 996: An interval, space between

Succoth
סֻכּ֖וֹת (suk·kō·wṯ)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 5523: Succoth -- a city East of the Jordan, also a place in Egypt

and Zarethan.
צָרְתָֽן׃ (ṣā·rə·ṯān)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 6891: Zarethan -- a city in the Jordan Valley

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