1 Kings 6:37
1 Kings 6:37 in Multiple Translations
The foundation of the house of the LORD was laid in the fourth year of Solomon’s reign, in the month of Ziv.
¶ In the fourth year was the foundation of the house of the LORD laid, in the month Zif:
In the fourth year was the foundation of the house of Jehovah laid, in the month Ziv.
In the fourth year the base of the house was put in its place, in the month Ziv.
The foundation of the Lord's Temple was laid in the fourth year of Solomon's reign, in the month of Ziv.
In the fourth yeere was the foundation of the house of the Lord layed in the moneth of Zif:
In the fourth year hath the house of Jehovah been founded, in the month Zif,
The foundation of the LORD’s house was laid in the fourth year, in the month Ziv.
In the fourth year was the foundation of the house of the LORD laid, in the month Zif:
In the fourth year was the house of the Lord founded in the month Zio:
They laid the foundation of the temple of Yahweh in early May, in the fourth year that Solomon ruled.
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1 Kings 6:37 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בַּ/שָּׁנָה֙
הָֽ/רְבִיעִ֔ית
יֻסַּ֖ד
בֵּ֣ית
יְהוָ֑ה
בְּ/יֶ֖רַח
זִֽו
בַּ/שָּׁנָה֙
shâneh
H8141
year
Prep | N-fs
הָֽ/רְבִיעִ֔ית
rᵉbîyʻîy
H7243
fourth
Art | Adj
יֻסַּ֖ד
yâçad
H3245
to found
V-Pual-Perf-3ms
בֵּ֣ית
bayith
H1004
place
N-ms
יְהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
בְּ/יֶ֖רַח
yerach
H3391
month
Prep | N-ms
זִֽו
Ziv
H2099
Ziv
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 6:37
בַּ/שָּׁנָה֙
shâneh
H8141
"year"
Prep | N-fs
This word also means a year, like when Abraham was 100 years old in Genesis 21. It is used to describe a period of time, age, or a lifetime.
Definition: 1) year 1a) as division of time 1b) as measure of time 1c) as indication of age 1d) a lifetime (of years of life) Aramaic equivalent: she.nah (שְׁנָה "year" H8140)
Usage: Occurs in 647 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] whole age, [idiom] long, [phrase] old, year([idiom] -ly). See also: Genesis 1:14; Genesis 47:28; Numbers 7:35.
הָֽ/רְבִיעִ֔ית
rᵉbîyʻîy
H7243
"fourth"
Art | Adj
This Hebrew word means fourth, and is used to describe something that is four-sided or divided into four parts, like a square or a quarter.
Definition: 1) fourth 1a) fourth 1b) four square 1c) fourth part Aramaic equivalent: re.vi.ay (רְבִיעִי "fourth" H7244)
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: foursquare, fourth (part). See also: Genesis 1:19; 1 Chronicles 8:2; Jeremiah 25:1.
יֻסַּ֖ד
yâçad
H3245
"to found"
V-Pual-Perf-3ms
To found or establish something is the meaning of this Hebrew word. It also means to sit down together and consult, as in a meeting or council.
Definition: 1) to found, fix, establish, lay foundation 1a) (Qal) to found, establish, begin 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to fix or seat themselves close together, sit in conclave 1b2) to be founded 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to found 1c2) to establish, appoint, ordain 1d) (Pual) to be founded, be laid 1e) (Hophal) to be founded
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: appoint, take counsel, establish, (lay the, lay for a) found(-ation), instruct, lay, ordain, set, [idiom] sure. See also: Exodus 9:18; Psalms 89:12; Psalms 2:2.
בֵּ֣ית
bayith
H1004
"place"
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.
יְהוָ֑ה
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.
בְּ/יֶ֖רַח
yerach
H3391
"month"
Prep | N-ms
This word refers to a month or lunar cycle. It is also translated as moon in some contexts, and is used to describe a calendar month.
Definition: 1) month (lunar cycle), moon 1a) month 1b) calendar month Aramaic equivalent: ye.rach (יְרַח "month" H3393)
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: month, moon. See also: Exodus 2:2; 2 Kings 15:13; Isaiah 60:20.
זִֽו
Ziv
H2099
"Ziv"
N-proper
Ziv refers to the 2nd month of the Hebrew calendar, corresponding to April-May, meaning brightness. It is also the name of the month when certain events occurred in the Bible.
Definition: § Zif = "brightness" name of the 2nd month of the year, corresponding to Apr-May
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Zif. See also: 1 Kings 6:1; 1 Kings 6:37.
Study Notes — 1 Kings 6:37
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- 1 Kings 6:37 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 6:37
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 6:37
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:37
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:37
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 6:37
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:37
- Sermons on 1 Kings 6:37
Context — The Courtyard
35He carved into them cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers, and he overlaid them with gold hammered evenly over the carvings.
36Solomon built the inner courtyard with three rows of dressed stone and one row of trimmed cedar beams.
37The foundation of the house of the LORD was laid in the fourth year of Solomon’s reign, in the month of Ziv.
38In the eleventh year, in the month of Bul, the eighth month, the temple was finished in every detail and according to every specification. So he built the temple in seven years.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Kings 6:1 | In the four hundred and eightieth year after the Israelites had come out of the land of Egypt, in the month of Ziv, the second month of the fourth year of Solomon’s reign over Israel, he began to build the house of the LORD. |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 3:2 | Solomon began construction on the second day of the second month in the fourth year of his reign. |
1 Kings 6:37 Summary
The foundation of the Temple was laid in the fourth year of Solomon's reign, marking the beginning of a significant project that would take seven years to complete. This verse reminds us that our spiritual lives, like the Temple, need a strong foundation to stand firm and fulfill their purpose. Just as the Temple was built according to God's plans, as described in 1 Chronicles 28:11-19, we must also build our lives on the foundation of Jesus Christ and trust in His guidance, as taught in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Matthew 7:24-27. By doing so, we can ensure that our lives are stable, secure, and honoring to God.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the month of Ziv in 1 Kings 6:37?
The month of Ziv, also known as the second month, was a significant time for the Israelites as it marked the beginning of the construction of the Temple, a project that would take seven years to complete, as seen in 1 Kings 6:38. This month was likely chosen by God for its spiritual significance, setting the tone for the temple's purpose, as described in 1 Kings 8:1-21.
Why did Solomon start building the Temple in the fourth year of his reign?
According to 1 Kings 3:3, Solomon loved the Lord and walked in the statutes of his father David, so it's likely that he began building the Temple after establishing his kingdom and receiving God's wisdom, as promised in 1 Kings 3:12. The delay may have also allowed him to consolidate power and prepare the necessary resources for such a massive project.
What can we learn from the careful planning and timing of the Temple's construction?
The meticulous planning and execution of the Temple's construction, as seen in 1 Kings 6:37, demonstrate the importance of seeking God's guidance and waiting on His timing, as encouraged in Psalm 27:14 and Isaiah 40:31. This verse reminds us to prioritize our relationship with God and trust in His sovereignty.
How does the laying of the Temple's foundation relate to our spiritual lives?
Just as the foundation of the Temple was crucial for its stability and purpose, our spiritual foundation, built on the rock of Jesus Christ, is essential for our faith and service to Him, as taught in Matthew 7:24-27 and 1 Corinthians 3:10-17. This verse invites us to reflect on the solidity of our spiritual foundation and our commitment to following God's plan.
Reflection Questions
- What foundations am I laying in my own life, and are they aligned with God's plans and purposes?
- How can I, like Solomon, prioritize seeking God's wisdom and guidance in my decisions and actions?
- What are the 'stones' that I need to lay in my spiritual life to ensure a strong foundation for my faith and service to God?
- In what ways can I, like the Israelites, prepare myself for the 'building projects' that God has in store for me, and what resources do I need to trust Him for?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 6:37
In the fourth year was the foundation of the house of the Lord laid,.... The fourth year of Solomon's reign: in the month Zif; [See comments on 1 Kings 6:1].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 6:37
In the fourth year was the foundation of the house of the LORD laid, in the month Zif: In the fourth year was the foundation ... laid. Josephus says ('Antiquities,' b. 8:, ch. 4:, sec.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:37
1 Kings 6:37 In the fourth year was the foundation of the house of the LORD laid, in the month Zif:Ver. 37. In the fourth year,] sc., Of Solomon’ s reign. See 1 Kings 6:1.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:37
(37) Zif (the “brightness of flowers”) corresponds to about May;
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 6:37
37–38. Completion of Solomon’s Temple (Not in Chronicles) 37. In the fourth year] i.e. Of king Solomon’s reign. See 1 Kings 6:1. The LXX. (both Vat. and Alex.) omits these two verses, adding at the end of 36 καὶᾠκοδόμησετὸκαταπέτασματῆςαὐλῆςτοῦαἰλὰμτοῦοἴκουτοῦκατὰπρόσωποντοῦναοῦ.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:37
37. The month Zif — See on 1 Kings 6:1.
Sermons on 1 Kings 6:37
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(1 Kings) the Wisdom of Solomon by David Guzik | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of organization and order in the Bible. He uses the example of God organizing the Israelites in the book of Numbers to emphasiz |
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The Building of the Temple Part 2 by Chuck Smith | In 'The Building of the Temple Part 2', Chuck Smith elaborates on the construction of Solomon's temple, emphasizing its grandeur and the meticulous craftsmanship involved. He highl |