1 Kings 6:29
1 Kings 6:29 in Multiple Translations
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.
And he carved all the walls of the house round about with carved figures of cherubims and palm trees and open flowers, within and without.
And he carved all the walls of the house round about with carved figures of cherubim and palm-trees and open flowers, within and without.
And all the walls of the house inside and out were ornamented with forms of winged ones and palm-trees and open flowers.
He had all the Temple walls, both the inner and outer sanctuaries, carved with designs of cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers.
And he carued all the walles of the house round about with grauen figures of Cherubims and of Palmetrees, and grauen flowres within and without.
and all the walls of the house round about he hath carved with openings of carvings, cherubs, and palm trees, and openings of flowers, within and without.
He carved all the walls of the house around with carved figures of cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers, inside and outside.
And he carved all the walls of the house around with carved figures of cherubim, and palm trees, and open flowers, within and without.
And all the walls of the temple round about he carved with divers figures and carvings: and he made in them cherubims and palm trees, and divers representations, as it were standing out, and coming forth from the wall.
Solomon told them to decorate the walls of the main room and the Very Holy Place by carving representations of winged creatures and palm trees and flowers.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Kings 6:29
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1 Kings 6:29 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אֵת֩
כָּל
קִיר֨וֹת
הַ/בַּ֜יִת
מֵסַ֣ב
קָלַ֗ע
פִּתּוּחֵי֙
מִקְלְעוֹת֙
כְּרוּבִ֣ים
וְ/תִֽמֹרֹ֔ת
וּ/פְטוּרֵ֖י
צִצִּ֑ים
מִ/לִּ/פְנִ֖ים
וְ/לַ/חִיצֽוֹן
וְ/אֵת֩
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
קִיר֨וֹת
qîyr
H7023
wall
N-mp
הַ/בַּ֜יִת
bayith
H1004
place
Art | N-ms
מֵסַ֣ב
mêçab
H4524
surrounds
N-cs
קָלַ֗ע
qâlaʻ
H7049
to sling
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
פִּתּוּחֵי֙
pittûwach
H6603
engraving
N-mp
מִקְלְעוֹת֙
miqlaʻath
H4734
engraving
N-fp
כְּרוּבִ֣ים
kᵉrûwb
H3742
cherub
N-mp
וְ/תִֽמֹרֹ֔ת
timmôr
H8561
palm
Conj | N-fp
וּ/פְטוּרֵ֖י
pâṭûwr
H6358
to open
Conj | V-Qal-Inf-c
צִצִּ֑ים
tsîyts
H6731
flower
N-mp
מִ/לִּ/פְנִ֖ים
pânîym
H6440
face
Prep | Prep | N-cp
וְ/לַ/חִיצֽוֹן
chîytsôwn
H2435
outer
Conj | Prep | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 6:29
וְ/אֵת֩
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
כָּל
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.
קִיר֨וֹת
qîyr
H7023
"wall"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a wall, often referring to the walls of houses, chambers, or even the altar. It is used to describe structures built for protection or division. The KJV translates it as wall or side.
Definition: 1) wall, side 1a) wall (of house or chamber) 1b) the sides (of the altar)
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] mason, side, town, [idiom] very, wall. See also: Exodus 30:3; 2 Chronicles 3:11; Psalms 62:4.
הַ/בַּ֜יִת
bayith
H1004
"place"
Art | N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
מֵסַ֣ב
mêçab
H4524
"surrounds"
N-cs
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means something that surrounds or encloses a room or area, like a round table or a divan. It appears in descriptions of King Solomon's palace and the Temple in 1 Kings. The word is used to describe the surroundings of important places.
Definition: 1) round thing, surroundings, round about, that which surrounds, that which is round 1a) environs 1a1) surrounding places 1a2) round about (adv) 1b) round table
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: that compass about, (place) round about, at table. See also: 1 Kings 6:29; Job 37:12; Psalms 140:10.
קָלַ֗ע
qâlaʻ
H7049
"to sling"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
To carve or sling, like a circular motion, is what this Hebrew word means, used in the Bible to describe skilled craftsmanship or a warrior's throw.
Definition: 1) to sling, hurl forth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to sling 1a2) slinger (participle) 1b) (Piel) to sling
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: carve, sling (out). See also: Judges 20:16; 1 Kings 6:29; Jeremiah 10:18.
פִּתּוּחֵי֙
pittûwach
H6603
"engraving"
N-mp
This Hebrew word means an engraving or carving, often referring to intricate designs cut into stone or wood, like the carvings in Solomon's temple.
Definition: engraving, carving
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: carved (work) (are, en-) grave(-ing, -n). See also: Exodus 28:11; Exodus 39:30; Psalms 74:6.
מִקְלְעוֹת֙
miqlaʻath
H4734
"engraving"
N-fp
An engraving or carving is a decorative sculpture, possibly in bas-relief, as described in the Bible, such as the carvings in Solomon's temple. It is a work of art created by skilled craftsmen.
Definition: carving
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: carved (figure), carving, graving. See also: 1 Kings 6:18; 1 Kings 6:32; 1 Kings 7:31.
כְּרוּבִ֣ים
kᵉrûwb
H3742
"cherub"
N-mp
A cherub is an angelic being in the Bible, often depicted as guarding important places like Eden or God's throne. They're also shown as images on the Ark of the Covenant. The KJV translates this word as cherub or cherubims.
Definition: 1) cherub, cherubim (pl) 1a) an angelic being 1a1) as guardians of Eden 1a2) as flanking God's throne 1a3) as an image form hovering over the Ark of the Covenant 1a4) as the chariot of Jehovah (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 66 OT verses. KJV: cherub, (plural) cherubims. See also: Genesis 3:24; 2 Chronicles 3:10; Psalms 18:11.
וְ/תִֽמֹרֹ֔ת
timmôr
H8561
"palm"
Conj | N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to a palm tree or a decorative column shaped like a palm, often used in architecture. It symbolizes peace and victory, as seen in the tabernacle's design. Exodus describes palm trees in the wilderness.
Definition: palm tree figure (as ornament)
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: palm tree. See also: 1 Kings 6:29; Ezekiel 40:31; Ezekiel 41:26.
וּ/פְטוּרֵ֖י
pâṭûwr
H6358
"to open"
Conj | V-Qal-Inf-c
In the Bible, this word means to open or bloom, like a flower bud, as seen in Song of Solomon 7:12-13. It can also mean to dismiss or set free, as in the story of the Israelites in Exodus.
Definition: 1) opened 1a) (Qal) dismissed 1b) (Hiphil) shoot out
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: open. See also: 1 Kings 6:18; 1 Kings 6:32; 1 Kings 6:35.
צִצִּ֑ים
tsîyts
H6731
"flower"
N-mp
This word can mean a feather, wing, or flower, often describing something bright or gleaming. It is used to describe the beauty of nature, like blossoms or flowers.
Definition: 1) flower, bloom 1a) flower, bloom 1b) shining thing (of gold plate on high priest's mitre) (metaph.) Also means: tsi.tsah (צִיצָה "flower" H6733)
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: blossom, flower, plate, wing. See also: Exodus 28:36; 1 Kings 6:35; Psalms 103:15.
מִ/לִּ/פְנִ֖ים
pânîym
H6440
"face"
Prep | Prep | N-cp
This word means face or presence, like being in front of someone or something. It's used in many contexts, like in Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to describe interactions and relationships.
Definition: : face 1) face 1a) face, faces 1b) presence, person 1c) face (of seraphim or cherubim) 1d) face (of animals) 1e) face, surface (of ground) 1f) as adv of loc/temp 1f1) before and behind, toward, in front of, forward, formerly, from beforetime, before 1g) with prep 1g1) in front of, before, to the front of, in the presence of, in the face of, at the face or front of, from the presence of, from before, from before the face of
Usage: Occurs in 1891 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 43:31; Exodus 30:16.
וְ/לַ/חִיצֽוֹן
chîytsôwn
H2435
"outer"
Conj | Prep | Adj
This word means outer or external, describing something outside or secular. It is used in Ezekiel 40:5 to describe the outer wall of a building.
Definition: outer, external, outward
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: outer, outward, utter, without. See also: 1 Kings 6:29; Ezekiel 40:37; Ezekiel 46:21.
Study Notes — 1 Kings 6:29
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- Context
- Cross References
- 1 Kings 6:29 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 6:29
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 6:29
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:29
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:29
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:29
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 6:29
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 6:29
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:29
- Sermons on 1 Kings 6:29
Context — The Cherubim
27And he placed the cherubim inside the innermost room of the temple. Since their wings were spread out, the wing of the first cherub touched one wall, while the wing of the second cherub touched the other wall, and in the middle of the room their wingtips touched.
28He also overlaid the cherubim with gold.
29Then 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.
30And he overlaid the temple floor with gold in both the inner and outer sanctuaries. 31For the entrance to the inner sanctuary, Solomon constructed doors of olive wood with five-sided doorposts.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 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. |
| 2 | Psalms 92:12–15 | The righteous will flourish like a palm tree, and grow like a cedar in Lebanon. Planted in the house of the LORD, they will flourish in the courts of our God. In old age they will still bear fruit; healthy and green they will remain, to proclaim, “The LORD is upright; He is my Rock, and in Him there is no unrighteousness.” |
| 3 | 2 Chronicles 4:2–5 | He also made the Sea of cast metal. It was circular in shape, measuring ten cubits from rim to rim, five cubits in height, and thirty cubits in circumference. Below the rim, figures of oxen encircled it, ten per cubit all the way around the Sea, cast in two rows as a part of the Sea. The Sea stood on twelve oxen, three facing north, three facing west, three facing south, and three facing east. The Sea rested on them, with all their hindquarters toward the center. It was a handbreadth thick, and its rim was fashioned like the brim of a cup, like a lily blossom. It could hold three thousand baths. |
| 4 | Revelation 5:11–14 | Then I looked, and I heard the voices of many angels and living creatures and elders encircling the throne, and their number was myriads of myriads and thousands of thousands. In a loud voice they were saying: “Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and riches and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and blessing!” And I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and in the sea, and all that is in them, saying: “To Him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power forever and ever!” And the four living creatures said, “Amen,” and the elders fell down and worshiped. |
| 5 | Psalms 103:20 | Bless the LORD, all His angels mighty in strength who carry out His word, who hearken to the voice of His command. |
| 6 | Psalms 148:2 | Praise Him, all His angels; praise Him, all His heavenly hosts. |
| 7 | Exodus 36:8 | All the skilled craftsmen among the workmen made the ten curtains for the tabernacle. They were made of finely spun linen, as well as blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, with cherubim skillfully worked into them. |
| 8 | Revelation 7:9 | After this I looked and saw a multitude too large to count, from every nation and tribe and people and tongue, standing before the throne and before the Lamb. They were wearing white robes and holding palm branches in their hands. |
| 9 | Ephesians 3:10 | His purpose was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms, |
| 10 | 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 Summary
The verse 1 Kings 6:29 tells us about the beautiful carvings on the walls of the temple, including cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers. These carvings remind us of God's creation and His heavenly realm, as seen in Psalm 19:1. Just like the temple, our lives can be a reflection of God's beauty and majesty when we focus on worshiping Him and using our talents for His glory, as seen in Colossians 3:23-24. By remembering God's presence and care, we can live lives that are cohesive and unified, just like the inner and outer sanctuaries of the temple.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the carvings on the walls of the temple in 1 Kings 6:29?
The carvings of cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers symbolize the beauty and majesty of God's creation, as seen in Psalm 19:1, and remind us of the heavenly realm, as described in Ezekiel 41:18-20.
Why did Solomon include both the inner and outer sanctuaries in the carvings?
This emphasizes the unity and cohesion of the temple, with both areas being equally important in the worship of God, as seen in 1 Kings 6:27-28 where the cherubim are placed inside the innermost room and overlaid with gold.
What does the use of cherubim in the carvings represent?
The cherubim represent the guardians of God's throne and the protectors of His people, as seen in Exodus 25:18-22 and Ezekiel 10:1-22, reminding us of God's presence and care.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of the temple's construction?
This verse highlights the attention to detail and the beauty of the temple's design, reflecting the greatness of God and the importance of worship, as seen in 1 Kings 5:5 and 1 Chronicles 22:5.
Reflection Questions
- As I reflect on the carvings in the temple, what are some ways I can incorporate reminders of God's beauty and majesty into my daily life?
- How can I, like Solomon, use my skills and talents to create something beautiful for God's glory?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to be reminded of God's presence and care, and how can I apply the symbolism of the cherubim to those areas?
- In what ways can I, like the temple, be a reflection of God's unity and cohesion in my own life and relationships?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 6:29
And he carved all the walls of the house about with carved figures of cherubim, and palm trees, and open flowers,.... That is, of palm trees, those in full blow: if the cherubim are an emblem of
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 6:29
And five cubits was the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the other wing of the cherub: from the uttermost part of the one wing unto the uttermost part of the other were ten cubits. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:29
Carved figures of cherubims, as signs of the presence and protection of the angels vouchsafed by God to that place. Palm trees; emblems of that peace and victory over their enemies which the Israelites duly serving God in that place might expect. Within and without; within the oracle and without it, in the holy place.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:29
1 Kings 6:29 And he carved all the walls of the house round about with carved figures of cherubims and palm trees and open flowers, within and without.Ver. 29. And he carved all the walls.] See on 1 Kings 6:25. Of cherubims and palm trees and open flowers.] To note, saith one, the protection of the Church of Christ by the ministry of angels - though outwardly unseen - and the peaceable victorious flourishing under the same.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:29
(29) And he carved.—If we take this literally, we must suppose that this carving of the cherubim and the palm-trees, in addition to the general decoration of the “gourds and open flowers,” was spread over all the “walls of the house.” Otherwise we might have supposed it confined to the Oracle “within,” and to the partition “without,” which would seem more appropriate, as the cherubim belonged especially to the Oracle.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 6:29
29. within and without] Both here and in the next verse these words can only refer to the inner and outer rooms, the most holy place and the holy place.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 6:29
Palms, cherubs, and flowers - the main decorations of Solomon’s temple - bear considerable resemblance to the ornamentation of the Assyrians, a circumstance which can scarcely be accidental. Within and without - i.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:29
29. Cherubim and palm trees and open flowers — Similar ornamentation abounds on Assyrian and Persian monuments. It was not without its symbolical meaning.
Sermons on 1 Kings 6:29
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The Christian Race by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of participating in a race. Initially, the speaker starts running with enthusiasm but soon realizes that they are the only |
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Esther-for Such a Time as This by Teresa Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker begins by expressing the joy and hope that comes from being a follower of Jesus. He emphasizes the fear of growing old that the world has, but highlight |
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Delighting in the Law of God by John Piper | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of combining intellectual understanding with heartfelt emotion in our approach to the Word of God. He introduces the idea of " |
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Fruit Bearing Palm Tree 1968 - Part 1 by Bakht Singh | In this sermon, the speaker begins by expressing gratitude to the Lord and seeking His guidance. They emphasize the importance of not wasting the time of those gathered and believe |
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I'm Asking God by Aaron Hurst | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of God revealing sin in our lives so that we can repent and be set free. He shares a personal experience of realizing he had |
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Beautiful Old Age by J.R. Miller | J.R. Miller emphasizes the significance of living a meaningful and virtuous life to ensure a beautiful old age. He illustrates that old age is the culmination of our earlier years, |
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From Marah to Elim by J. Wilbur Chapman | J. Wilbur Chapman preaches about the delightful change Israel experienced when they moved from Marah to Elim, symbolizing the transition from bondage to freedom, darkness to light, |