1 Chronicles 28:19
1 Chronicles 28:19 in Multiple Translations
“All this,” said David, “all the details of this plan, the LORD has made clear to me in writing by His hand upon me.”
All this, said David, the LORD made me understand in writing by his hand upon me, even all the works of this pattern.
All this, said David, have I been made to understand in writing from the hand of Jehovah, even all the works of this pattern.
All this, said David, the design for all these things, has been made dear to me in writing by the hand of the Lord.
“All this is in writing from the hand of the Lord, given to me as instructions—every detail of this plan,” said David.
All, said he, by writing sent to me by the hand of the Lord, which made me vnderstand all the workemanship of the paterne.
The whole [is] in writing from the hand of Jehovah, 'He caused me to understand all the work of the pattern,' [said David.]
“All this”, David said, “I have been made to understand in writing from the LORD’s hand, even all the works of this pattern.”
All this , said David , the LORD made me understand in writing by his hand upon me, even all the works of this pattern.
All these things, said he, came to me written by the hand of the Lord that I might understand all the works of the pattern.
Then David said, “I have written all these plans while Yahweh was directing [MTY] me. He has enabled me to understand all the details of his plan for the temple that is to be built.”
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Chronicles 28:19
BAB
Word Study
Hover over any word to see its amplified meaning. Click a word to explore its full definition and translation comparisons.
Amplified text is generated using scripting to tie together English translations for comparison. Always refer to the core BSB translation and original Hebrew/Greek text for accuracy. Anomalies may occur.
1 Chronicles 28:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
הַ/כֹּ֥ל
בִּ/כְתָ֛ב
מִ/יַּ֥ד
יְהוָ֖ה
עָלַ֣/י
הִשְׂכִּ֑יל
כֹּ֖ל
מַלְאֲכ֥וֹת
הַ/תַּבְנִֽית
הַ/כֹּ֥ל
kôl
H3605
all
Art | N-ms
בִּ/כְתָ֛ב
kâthâb
H3791
writing
Prep | N-ms
מִ/יַּ֥ד
yâd
H3027
hand
Prep | N-cs
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
עָלַ֣/י
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep | Suff
הִשְׂכִּ֑יל
sâkal
H7919
be prudent
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
כֹּ֖ל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
מַלְאֲכ֥וֹת
mᵉlâʼkâh
H4399
work
N-fp
הַ/תַּבְנִֽית
tabnîyth
H8403
pattern
Art | N-fs
Hebrew Word Study
Select any word above to explore its original meaning, root, and usage across Scripture.
Use ← → arrow keys to navigate between words.
Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Chronicles 28:19
הַ/כֹּ֥ל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Art | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
בִּ/כְתָ֛ב
kâthâb
H3791
"writing"
Prep | N-ms
This Hebrew word refers to something written, like a book or document, and is used in the Bible to describe important records or scriptures. It appears in the book of Ezra and Nehemiah to describe official documents. In English, it is often translated as 'register' or 'scripture'.
Definition: 1) a writing, document, edict 1a) register, enrolment, roll 1b) mode of writing, character, letter 1c) letter, document, a writing 1d) a written edict 1d1) of royal enactment 1d2) of divine authority Aramaic equivalent: ke.tav (כְּתָב "inscription" H3792)
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: register, scripture, writing. See also: 1 Chronicles 28:19; Esther 3:14; Daniel 10:21.
מִ/יַּ֥ד
yâd
H3027
"hand"
Prep | N-cs
In the Bible, 'yad' refers to an open hand, symbolizing power or direction. It can also mean strength or a part of something, like a side or a share. The word is used in many contexts, including anatomy and everyday life.
Definition: : hand/arm[anatomy] 1) hand 1a) hand (of man) 1b) strength, power (fig.) 1c) side (of land), part, portion (metaph.) (fig.) 1d) (various special, technical senses) 1d1) sign, monument 1d2) part, fractional part, share 1d3) time, repetition 1d4) axle-trees, axle 1d5) stays, support (for laver) 1d6) tenons (in tabernacle) 1d7) a phallus, a hand (meaning unsure) 1d8) wrists
Usage: Occurs in 1446 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] be) able, [idiom] about, [phrase] armholes, at, axletree, because of, beside, border, [idiom] bounty, [phrase] broad, (broken-) handed, [idiom] by, charge, coast, [phrase] consecrate, [phrase] creditor, custody, debt, dominion, [idiom] enough, [phrase] fellowship, force, [idiom] from, hand(-staves, -y work), [idiom] he, himself, [idiom] in, labour, [phrase] large, ledge, (left-) handed, means, [idiom] mine, ministry, near, [idiom] of, [idiom] order, ordinance, [idiom] our, parts, pain, power, [idiom] presumptuously, service, side, sore, state, stay, draw with strength, stroke, [phrase] swear, terror, [idiom] thee, [idiom] by them, [idiom] themselves, [idiom] thine own, [idiom] thou, through, [idiom] throwing, [phrase] thumb, times, [idiom] to, [idiom] under, [idiom] us, [idiom] wait on, (way-) side, where, [phrase] wide, [idiom] with (him, me, you), work, [phrase] yield, [idiom] yourselves. See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 7:19; Leviticus 14:22.
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
עָלַ֣/י
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
הִשְׂכִּ֑יל
sâkal
H7919
"be prudent"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
To be circumspect means to be careful and thoughtful in your actions. In the Bible, this word is used to describe someone who is intelligent and prudent, like Solomon in 1 Kings 3:12.
Definition: 1) to be prudent, be circumspect, wisely understand, prosper 1a) (Qal) to be prudent, be circumspect 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to look at or upon, have insight 1b2) to give attention to, consider, ponder, be prudent 1b3) to have insight, have comprehension 1b3a) insight, comprehension (subst) 1b4) to cause to consider, give insight, teach 1b4a) the teachers, the wise 1b5) to act circumspectly, act prudently, act wisely 1b6) to prosper, have success 1b7) to cause to prosper Aramaic equivalent: se.khal (שְׂכַל "to contemplate" H7920)
Usage: Occurs in 63 OT verses. KJV: consider, expert, instruct, prosper, (deal) prudent(-ly), (give) skill(-ful), have good success, teach, (have, make to) understand(-ing), wisdom, (be, behave self, consider, make) wise(-ly), guide wittingly. See also: Genesis 3:6; Proverbs 1:3; Psalms 2:10.
כֹּ֖ל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
מַלְאֲכ֥וֹת
mᵉlâʼkâh
H4399
"work"
N-fp
Means work or employment, like a job or business, and is used to describe someone's occupation or the result of their labor, as seen in the Bible's description of various professions and industries.
Definition: 1) occupation, work, business 1a) occupation, business 1b) property 1c) work (something done or made) 1d) workmanship 1e) service, use 1f) public business 1f1) political 1f2) religious
Usage: Occurs in 149 OT verses. KJV: business, [phrase] cattle, [phrase] industrious, occupation, ([phrase] -pied), [phrase] officer, thing (made), use, (manner of) work((-man), -manship). See also: Genesis 2:2; 1 Chronicles 9:13; Psalms 73:28.
הַ/תַּבְנִֽית
tabnîyth
H8403
"pattern"
Art | N-fs
This Hebrew word means a pattern or model, like a blueprint for building something. It appears in Exodus 25:40, describing the pattern for the tabernacle. The idea is to follow a specific design or plan.
Definition: 1) pattern, plan, form, construction, figure 1a) construction, structure 1a1) meaning uncertain 1b) pattern 1c) figure, image (of idols)
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: figure, form, likeness, pattern, similitude. See also: Exodus 25:9; 1 Chronicles 28:12; Psalms 106:20.
Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 28:19
Show Verse Quote Highlights
- Context
- Cross References
- 1 Chronicles 28:19 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 28:19
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 28:19
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 28:19
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 28:19
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 28:19
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 28:19
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 28:19
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 28:19
- Sermons on 1 Chronicles 28:19
Context — The Plans for the Temple
17the weight of the pure gold for the forks, sprinkling bowls, and pitchers; the weight of each gold dish; the weight of each silver bowl;
18the weight of the refined gold for the altar of incense; and the plans for the chariot of the gold cherubim that spread their wings and overshadowed the ark of the covenant of the LORD.
19“All this,” said David, “all the details of this plan, the LORD has made clear to me in writing by His hand upon me.”
20David also said to Solomon his son, “Be strong and courageous, and do it. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD God, my God, is with you. He will neither fail you nor forsake you before all the work for the service of the house of the LORD is finished. 21The divisions of the priests and Levites are ready for all the service of the house of God, and every willing man of every skill will be at your disposal for the work. The officials and all the people are fully at your command.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 28:11–12 | Then David gave his son Solomon the plans for the portico of the temple, its buildings, storehouses, upper rooms, inner rooms, and the room for the mercy seat. The plans contained everything David had in mind for the courts of the house of the LORD, for all the surrounding rooms, for the treasuries of the house of God and of the dedicated things, |
| 2 | Exodus 25:40 | See to it that you make everything according to the pattern shown you on the mountain. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 3:14 | So the Spirit lifted me up and took me away, and I went in bitterness and in the anger of my spirit, with the strong hand of the LORD upon me. |
| 4 | Ezekiel 3:22 | And there the hand of the LORD was upon me, and He said to me, “Get up, go out to the plain, and there I will speak with you.” |
| 5 | Ezekiel 1:3 | the word of the LORD came directly to Ezekiel the priest, the son of Buzi, in the land of the Chaldeans by the River Kebar. And there the LORD’s hand was upon him. |
| 6 | Exodus 26:30 | So you are to set up the tabernacle according to the pattern shown you on the mountain. |
1 Chronicles 28:19 Summary
This verse means that God gave David a clear plan for building the temple, and David is saying that he wrote it down as God guided him. This shows that God is a God who guides and directs us, just like He did with David, and we can trust Him to give us wisdom and direction in our lives (Proverbs 3:5-6). Just as David trusted God to help him build the temple, we can trust God to help us with our own challenges and responsibilities. By seeking God's guidance and trusting in His sovereignty, we can, like David, glorify Him and fulfill His purposes for our lives (Psalm 37:5-7).
Frequently Asked Questions
How did David know the details of the plan for the temple?
The LORD made the details of the plan clear to David in writing by His hand upon him, as stated in 1 Chronicles 28:19, similar to how God guided Moses in Exodus 25:9 and 31:18.
What is the significance of the phrase 'by His hand upon me'?
This phrase suggests that God directly communicated with David, guiding his thoughts and actions, much like He did with prophets in the Old Testament, such as Isaiah 8:11 and Ezekiel 1:3.
Is this verse implying that David received a vision or a dream from God?
While the verse does not explicitly state that David received a vision or dream, it does imply a direct and intimate communication from God, similar to the experiences of other biblical figures, such as Genesis 28:12 and Numbers 12:6.
How can we apply David's experience to our own lives?
We can apply David's experience by seeking God's guidance and wisdom in our lives, just as David did, and trusting that He will provide us with the direction and clarity we need, as promised in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Jeremiah 29:13.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God guides and directs us in our lives, and how can we be more attentive to His leading?
- How can we, like David, trust in God's sovereignty and provision, even when faced with daunting tasks or challenges?
- What does this verse reveal about the nature of God's communication with humanity, and how does it relate to our understanding of prayer and worship?
- In what ways can we, like David, seek to honor and glorify God through our actions and decisions, and what role does obedience play in this process?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Chronicles 28:19
All this, said David, the Lord made me understand in writing by his hand upon me,.... Either by an impulse of his Spirit on him, whereby it was as it were written on his mind, and as clearly
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Chronicles 28:19
All this, said David, the LORD made me understand in writing by his hand upon me, even all the works of this pattern. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 28:19
The meaning is either, 1. That God revealed this to Samuel, or Gad, or Nathan, or some other man of God, who put it into writing, and by them to David. Or, 2. That God did, as it were, by his own hand and finger, write these things upon the table of my mind, which now I deliver to thee.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 28:19
1 Chronicles 28:19 All [this, said David], the LORD made me understand in writing by [his] hand upon me, [even] all the works of this pattern.Ver. 19. To understand in writing.] Either of his own setting down, by divine direction; or else of God’ s setting down, and sent him by an angel, or by some prophet. By his hand upon me.] As of old upon Moses.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 28:19
(19) All this said David.—The words with which David delivered the plans of the building and the schedule of its vessels to Solomon. The omission of any introductory formula, such as “And David said,” is dramatic. (Comp. 1 Chronicles 16:8; 1 Chronicles 23:4-5.) Literally rendered, after the Hebrew punctuation, the verse runs:—“The whole in a writing from the hand of Jehovah, to me he made clear; all the works of the model.” With the expression “a writing from the hand of Jehovah” (comp. Exodus 31:18; Exodus 25:40), David affirms his “pattern” of the sanctuary and its vessels to have been conceived, and described in writing, under that Divine guidance which he sought and followed in all the great enterprises of his life. Whether “the writing” was a communication “by the hand of” one of David’s seers, or merely the description of the Mosaic sanctuary (Exodus 25 seq.), is not clear. The verb “he taught” (hiskîl) requires an object, such as is supplied in the Authorised version: “made me understand.” It takes a dative (Proverbs 21:11), and probably the word rendered “upon me” is really a later equivalent of the same construction. Else we might compare Nehemiah 2:8, Ezekiel 1:3, and render: “The whole, in a writing from the hand of Jehovah upon me, he taught,” implying that David himself sketched out the whole design under Divine inspiration. Perhaps the text is corrupt.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 28:19
Verse 19. Understand in writing] In some vision of ecstasy he had seen a regularly sketched out plan, which had made so deep an impression on his mind that he could readily describe it to his son. "That the architecture of the temple," says Dr. Delaney, "was of Divine origin, I, for my part, am fully satisfied from this passage, and am confirmed in this opinion by finding from Vilalpandas that the Roman, at least the Greek, architecture is derived from this, as from its fountain; and in my humble opinion even an infidel may easily believe these to be of Divine original, inasmuch as they are, at least the latter is, found perfect in the earliest models; nor hath the utmost reach of human wisdom, invention, and industry, been ever able to improve it, or alter it but to disadvantage, through the course of so many ages."
Cambridge Bible on 1 Chronicles 28:19
19. All this, said David, the Lord made me understand in writing by his hand upon me, even all the works of this pattern] The “writing” here mentioned probably means not a book, but a plan or series of patterns shewn to him in a vision. Cp. Exodus 25:9.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Chronicles 28:19
19. The Lord made me understand in writing by his hand upon me — Literally, the whole in a writing from the hand of Jehovah upon me he taught, all the works of the pattern.
Sermons on 1 Chronicles 28:19
| Sermon | Description | |
|---|---|---|
|
(God's Sanctuary) 01 Building Gods Sanctuary by Bakht Singh | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a personal and intimate relationship with God. They highlight that while there are many good books, teachers, and sc |
|
Pattern in Building by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the pattern on which God builds the church. He explains that the New Testament provides a blueprint for the church, starting with the four Go |
|
|
The House of God - Part 2 by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that in the New Testament, Jesus has restored believers to God's original plan. All believers are now considered priests and are called to li |
|
David's Plan for the Temple by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith emphasizes the importance of keeping and seeking the commandments of the Lord. He encourages the congregation to walk in the ways of God and to h |
|
|
Spiritual House - Part 2 by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that the pattern of the church today is not found in rules or regulations, but in a living person, Jesus Christ. The New Testament, specifica |
|
Divine Plans and Obedience by F.B. Hole | F.B. Hole emphasizes the importance of upholding divine order in the Church, even when faced with low spiritual power and worldly influences. He warns against the temptation to vie |
|
And the Country Was Filled With Water by Duncan Campbell | In this sermon, the speaker uses the story of three armies lacking water to illustrate the spiritual poverty that exists in the Christian church today. He emphasizes the need for b |