1 Kings 10:20

Verse

Twelve lions stood on the six steps, one at either end of each step. Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom.

American Standard Version (1901)

And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps: there was not the like made in any kingdom.

Bible in Basic English

And twelve lions were placed on the one side and on the other side on the six steps: there was nothing like it in any kingdom.

Free Bible Version

Twelve lions stood on the six steps, one on opposite ends of each step. Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom.

Geneva Bible 1599

And there stoode twelue lions on the sixe steps on either side: there was not the like made in any kingdome.

King James (Authorized) Version

And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps: there was not the like made in any kingdom.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Twelve lions stood on the steps, one on each side of each of the six steps. There was no throne like it in any other kingdom.

Noah Webster Bible

And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps: there was not the like made in any kingdom.

World English Bible

Twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other on the six steps. Nothing like it was made in any kingdom.

Young's Literal Translation

and twelve lions are standing there on the six steps, on this [side] and on that; it hath not been made so for any kingdom.

Context

Solomon’s Wealth and Splendor

¹⁹The 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.²⁰Twelve lions stood on the six steps, one at either end of each step. Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom.

Summary

This verse describes the grandeur and wealth of King Solomon's kingdom, particularly focusing on the abundance of his drinking cups made of gold. The mention of the purity of the gold used highlights the opulence and extravagance of Solomon's reign, showcasing the extent of his prosperity and success. The emphasis on the meticulous craftsmanship and quality of the vessels underscores the level of craftsmanship and luxury associated with the monarchy during that time. Overall, this verse serves to illustrate the wealth and splendor that characterized Solomon's rule, reflecting the fulfillment of God's promise of wisdom and prosperity to him.

Commentary

John Gill

John Gill Bible Commentary

And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps,.... There was a lion on each side of every step, a symbol of royal power, as before observed; so the Egyptians placed lions under the throne of Orus (r): there was not the like made in any kingdom; for the matter and form of it, for its grandeur and magnificence; there was none at least at that time, whatever has been since; for this is the first throne of ivory we read of. (r) Hori Apoll. Hieroglyph, l. 1. c. 17.

1 Kings 10:20

Solomon’s Wealth and Splendor

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Berean Standard Bible

Twelve lions stood on the six steps, one at either end of each step. Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom.

American Standard Version (1901)

And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps: there was not the like made in any kingdom.

Bible in Basic English

And twelve lions were placed on the one side and on the other side on the six steps: there was nothing like it in any kingdom.

Free Bible Version

Twelve lions stood on the six steps, one on opposite ends of each step. Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom.

Geneva Bible 1599

And there stoode twelue lions on the sixe steps on either side: there was not the like made in any kingdome.

King James (Authorized) Version

And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps: there was not the like made in any kingdom.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Twelve lions stood on the steps, one on each side of each of the six steps. There was no throne like it in any other kingdom.

Noah Webster Bible

And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps: there was not the like made in any kingdom.

World English Bible

Twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other on the six steps. Nothing like it was made in any kingdom.

Young's Literal Translation

and twelve lions are standing there on the six steps, on this [side] and on that; it hath not been made so for any kingdom.