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1 Kings 7:44

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

the Sea; the twelve oxen underneath the Sea;

American Standard Version (1901)

and the one sea, and the twelve oxen under the sea;

Bible in Basic English

And the great water-vessel, with the twelve oxen under it;

Free Bible Version

the Sea; the twelve bulls under the Sea;

Geneva Bible 1599

And the sea, and twelue bulles vnder that sea,

King James (Authorized) Version

And one sea, and twelve oxen under the sea;

Translation for Translators

the big tank; the twelve statues of oxen on whose backs the tank was placed;

Unlocked Literal Bible

He made the large basin called “The Sea” with its twelve oxen under it;

Noah Webster Bible

And one sea, and twelve oxen under the sea;

World English Bible

the one sea; the twelve oxen under the sea;

Young's Literal Translation

and the one sea, the twelve oxen under the sea,

Context

Completion of the Bronze Works

⁴³the ten stands; the ten basins on the stands; ⁴⁴the Sea; the twelve oxen underneath the Sea;

Summary

This verse describes the intricate details of the construction of King Solomon's temple, specifically focusing on the bronze Sea, which was a large basin supported by twelve oxen. The oxen faced outward, symbolizing strength and stability. The Sea was a remarkable piece of craftsmanship, demonstrating the wealth and grandeur of Solomon's kingdom. This verse showcases the dedication to excellence and attention to detail in building a place of worship for the Lord.

Commentary

1 Kings 7:44

Completion of the Bronze Works

⁴³the ten stands; the ten basins on the stands; ⁴⁴the Sea; the twelve oxen underneath the Sea;

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Berean Standard Bible

the Sea; the twelve oxen underneath the Sea;

American Standard Version (1901)

and the one sea, and the twelve oxen under the sea;

Bible in Basic English

And the great water-vessel, with the twelve oxen under it;

Free Bible Version

the Sea; the twelve bulls under the Sea;

Geneva Bible 1599

And the sea, and twelue bulles vnder that sea,

King James (Authorized) Version

And one sea, and twelve oxen under the sea;

Translation for Translators

the big tank; the twelve statues of oxen on whose backs the tank was placed;

Unlocked Literal Bible

He made the large basin called “The Sea” with its twelve oxen under it;

Noah Webster Bible

And one sea, and twelve oxen under the sea;

World English Bible

the one sea; the twelve oxen under the sea;

Young's Literal Translation

and the one sea, the twelve oxen under the sea,