2 Chronicles 4:22
2 Chronicles 4:22 in Multiple Translations
the wick trimmers, sprinkling bowls, ladles, and censers of purest gold; and the gold doors of the temple: the inner doors to the Most Holy Place as well as the doors of the main hall.
And the snuffers, and the basons, and the spoons, and the censers, of pure gold: and the entry of the house, the inner doors thereof for the most holy place, and the doors of the house of the temple, were of gold.
and the snuffers, and the basins, and the spoons, and the firepans, of pure gold. And as for the entry of the house, the inner doors thereof for the most holy place, and the doors of the house, to wit, of the temple, were of gold.
The scissors and the basins and the spoons and the fire-trays, of the best gold; and the inner doors of the house, opening into the most holy place, and the doors of the Temple, were all of gold.
the wick trimmers, basins, dishes and censers—all made of gold; and the doors of the Temple: the inner doors to the Most Holy Place, and the doors of the main hall—all covered with gold.
And the hookes, and the basens, and the spoones, and the ashpans of pure golde: the entrie also of the house and doores thereof within, euen of the most holy place: and the doores of the house, to wit, of the Temple were of golde.
and the snuffers, and the bowls, and the spoons, and the censers, of gold refined, and the opening of the house, its innermost doors to the holy of holies, and the doors of the house to the temple, of gold.
and the snuffers, the basins, the spoons, and the fire pans of pure gold. As for the entry of the house, its inner doors for the most holy place and the doors of the main hall of the temple were of gold.
And the snuffers, and the basins, and the spoons, and the censers, of pure gold: and the entry of the house, the inner doors of it for the most holy place , and the doors of the house of the temple, were of gold.
The vessels also for the perfumes, and the censers, and the bowls, and the mortars, of pure gold. And he graved the doors of the inner temple, that is, for the holy of holies: and the doors of the temple without were of gold. And thus all the work was finished which Solomon made in the house of the Lord.
the pure gold wick trimmers and bowls for sprinkling, and dishes and lamp snuffers, the gold doors of the temple and the doors to the main hall.
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2 Chronicles 4:22 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/הַֽ/מְזַמְּר֧וֹת
וְ/הַ/מִּזְרָק֛וֹת
וְ/הַ/כַּפּ֥וֹת
וְ/הַ/מַּחְתּ֖וֹת
זָהָ֣ב
סָג֑וּר
וּ/פֶ֣תַח
הַ֠/בַּיִת
דַּלְתוֹתָ֨י/ו
הַ/פְּנִימִיּ֜וֹת
לְ/קֹ֣דֶשׁ
הַ/קֳּדָשִׁ֗ים
וְ/דַלְתֵ֥י
הַ/בַּ֛יִת
לַ/הֵיכָ֖ל
זָהָֽב
וְ/הַֽ/מְזַמְּר֧וֹת
mᵉzammᵉrâh
H4212
snuffer
Conj | Art | N-fp
וְ/הַ/מִּזְרָק֛וֹת
mizrâq
H4219
bowl
Conj | Art | N-mp
וְ/הַ/כַּפּ֥וֹת
kaph
H3709
palm
Conj | Art | N-fp
וְ/הַ/מַּחְתּ֖וֹת
machtâh
H4289
censer
Conj | Art | N-fp
זָהָ֣ב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
N-ms
סָג֑וּר
çâgar
H5462
to shut
N-ms
וּ/פֶ֣תַח
pethach
H6607
entrance
Conj | N-ms
הַ֠/בַּיִת
bayith
H1004
place
Art | N-ms
דַּלְתוֹתָ֨י/ו
deleth
H1817
door
N-fp | Suff
הַ/פְּנִימִיּ֜וֹת
pᵉnîymîy
H6442
inner
Art | Adj
לְ/קֹ֣דֶשׁ
qôdesh
H6944
Holy Place
Prep | N-ms
הַ/קֳּדָשִׁ֗ים
qôdesh
H6944
Holy Place
Art | N-mp
וְ/דַלְתֵ֥י
deleth
H1817
door
Conj | N-fd
הַ/בַּ֛יִת
bayith
H1004
place
Art | N-ms
לַ/הֵיכָ֖ל
hêykâl
H1964
temple
Prep | N-ms
זָהָֽב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 4:22
וְ/הַֽ/מְזַמְּר֧וֹת
mᵉzammᵉrâh
H4212
"snuffer"
Conj | Art | N-fp
This word refers to snuffers, a tool used to trim wicks. In the Bible, it is mentioned as a temple utensil. The KJV translates it as snuffers.
Definition: snuffers (temple utensil)
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: snuffers. See also: 1 Kings 7:50; 2 Kings 25:14; Jeremiah 52:18.
וְ/הַ/מִּזְרָק֛וֹת
mizrâq
H4219
"bowl"
Conj | Art | N-mp
This word means a bowl or basin, often used for holding liquids like wine. It is also used for tossing or throwing a liquid, like in a ceremonial act. The KJV translates it as 'bason' or 'bowl'.
Definition: 1) bowl, basin 1a) bowl (for wine) 1b) basin (vessel for throwing or tossing a liquid)
Usage: Occurs in 32 OT verses. KJV: bason, bowl. See also: Exodus 27:3; Numbers 7:85; Jeremiah 52:18.
וְ/הַ/כַּפּ֥וֹת
kaph
H3709
"palm"
Conj | Art | N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to the palm of the hand, like in Exodus 29 where it describes the priest's hands being filled with offerings. It can also symbolize power or strength, like in Psalm 16. It's about the hand or its shape.
Definition: : palm/hand 1) palm, hand, sole, palm of the hand, hollow or flat of the hand 1a) palm, hollow or flat of the hand 1b) power 1c) sole (of the foot) 1d) hollow, objects, bending objects, bent objects 1d1) of thigh-joint 1d2) pan, vessel (as hollow) 1d3) hollow (of sling) 1d4) hand-shaped branches or fronds (of palm trees) 1d5) handles (as bent)
Usage: Occurs in 180 OT verses. KJV: branch, [phrase] foot, hand((-ful), -dle, (-led)), hollow, middle, palm, paw, power, sole, spoon. See also: Genesis 8:9; 2 Chronicles 6:13; Psalms 7:4.
וְ/הַ/מַּחְתּ֖וֹת
machtâh
H4289
"censer"
Conj | Art | N-fp
A machta was a metal pan used to hold live coals, often used for burning incense in worship. It is translated as 'censer' or 'firepan' in the KJV.
Definition: 1) fire-holder, censer, firepan, snuff dish, tray 1a) snuff-dish 1b) fire-pans 1c) censer
Usage: Occurs in 19 OT verses. KJV: censer, firepan, snuffdish. See also: Exodus 25:38; Numbers 16:17; Jeremiah 52:19.
זָהָ֣ב
zâhâb
H2091
"gold"
N-ms
Gold is a valuable metal, also used to describe something yellow or brilliant, like oil or a clear sky. It is often mentioned in the Bible as a precious resource.
Definition: 1) gold 1a) as precious metal 1b) as a measure of weight 1c) of brilliance, splendour (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: de.hav (דְּהַב "gold" H1722)
Usage: Occurs in 336 OT verses. KJV: gold(-en), fair weather. See also: Genesis 2:11; Numbers 7:26; 1 Chronicles 28:17.
סָג֑וּר
çâgar
H5462
"to shut"
N-ms
To shut means to close something, like a door or a container. In the Bible, this word is used to describe surrendering or giving something up, like in the book of Ezra where the Israelites shut themselves in to pray.
Definition: 1) to shut, close 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to shut 1a2) to close, close up 1a3) closed up, closely joined, shut up 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be shut up 1b2) to be shut or closed 1c) (Piel) to shut up, deliver up 1d) (Pual) to be shut up 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to deliver up 1e2) to shut up, imprison 2) pure gold Aramaic equivalent: se.gar (סְגַר "to shut" H5463)
Usage: Occurs in 87 OT verses. KJV: close up, deliver (up), give over (up), inclose, [idiom] pure, repair, shut (in, self, out, up, up together), stop, [idiom] straitly. See also: Genesis 2:21; 1 Kings 11:27; Psalms 17:10.
וּ/פֶ֣תַח
pethach
H6607
"entrance"
Conj | N-ms
A pethach is an entrance or doorway, like the gates of Jerusalem or the door to the temple, often symbolizing transition or access to a new place.
Definition: opening, doorway, entrance
Usage: Occurs in 154 OT verses. KJV: door, entering (in), entrance (-ry), gate, opening, place. See also: Genesis 4:7; Judges 9:40; Psalms 24:7.
הַ֠/בַּיִת
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.
דַּלְתוֹתָ֨י/ו
deleth
H1817
"door"
N-fp | Suff
A door is something that swings, like the valve of a door or gate. In the Bible, doors can represent entrance or access, as seen in Psalm 141:3 where David asks God to set a door on his lips.
Definition: door (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: door (two-leaved), gate, leaf, lid. (Psalm 141:3). See also: Genesis 19:6; 2 Chronicles 28:24; Psalms 78:23.
הַ/פְּנִימִיּ֜וֹת
pᵉnîymîy
H6442
"inner"
Art | Adj
This Hebrew word describes something as inner or interior, like the inner part of a person or a building. It is used in Psalm 51:17 to describe a broken spirit.
Definition: inner
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: (with-) in(-ner, -ward). See also: 1 Kings 6:27; Ezekiel 40:27; Ezekiel 46:1.
לְ/קֹ֣דֶשׁ
qôdesh
H6944
"Holy Place"
Prep | N-ms
The Holy Place refers to a sacred or set-apart area, like the temple in Jerusalem. It is a place of sanctity and holiness, where God is worshipped. The Bible describes it as a place of reverence and awe.
Definition: This name means apartness, holiness, sacredness Also named: hagion (ἅγιον "Holy Place" G0039)
Usage: Occurs in 380 OT verses. KJV: consecrated (thing), dedicated (thing), hallowed (thing), holiness, ([idiom] most) holy ([idiom] day, portion, thing), saint, sanctuary. See also: Exodus 3:5; Leviticus 23:4; 1 Chronicles 26:26.
הַ/קֳּדָשִׁ֗ים
qôdesh
H6944
"Holy Place"
Art | N-mp
The Holy Place refers to a sacred or set-apart area, like the temple in Jerusalem. It is a place of sanctity and holiness, where God is worshipped. The Bible describes it as a place of reverence and awe.
Definition: This name means apartness, holiness, sacredness Also named: hagion (ἅγιον "Holy Place" G0039)
Usage: Occurs in 380 OT verses. KJV: consecrated (thing), dedicated (thing), hallowed (thing), holiness, ([idiom] most) holy ([idiom] day, portion, thing), saint, sanctuary. See also: Exodus 3:5; Leviticus 23:4; 1 Chronicles 26:26.
וְ/דַלְתֵ֥י
deleth
H1817
"door"
Conj | N-fd
A door is something that swings, like the valve of a door or gate. In the Bible, doors can represent entrance or access, as seen in Psalm 141:3 where David asks God to set a door on his lips.
Definition: door (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: door (two-leaved), gate, leaf, lid. (Psalm 141:3). See also: Genesis 19:6; 2 Chronicles 28:24; Psalms 78:23.
הַ/בַּ֛יִת
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.
לַ/הֵיכָ֖ל
hêykâl
H1964
"temple"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for a large public building like a palace or temple, used to describe God's temple in Jerusalem. It appears in the Bible to talk about the temple as God's palace. In the Bible, it is translated as 'palace' or 'temple'.
Definition: : temple 1) palace, temple, nave, sanctuary 1a) palace 1b) temple (palace of God as king) 1c) hall, nave (of Ezekiel's temple) 1d) temple (of heavenly temple)
Usage: Occurs in 76 OT verses. KJV: palace, temple. See also: 1 Samuel 1:9; Psalms 138:2; Psalms 5:8.
זָהָֽב
zâhâb
H2091
"gold"
N-ms
Gold is a valuable metal, also used to describe something yellow or brilliant, like oil or a clear sky. It is often mentioned in the Bible as a precious resource.
Definition: 1) gold 1a) as precious metal 1b) as a measure of weight 1c) of brilliance, splendour (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: de.hav (דְּהַב "gold" H1722)
Usage: Occurs in 336 OT verses. KJV: gold(-en), fair weather. See also: Genesis 2:11; Numbers 7:26; 1 Chronicles 28:17.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 4:22
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- Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 4:22
Context — Completion of the Gold Furnishings
20the lampstands of pure gold and their lamps, to burn in front of the inner sanctuary as prescribed;
21the flowers, lamps, and tongs of gold—of purest gold;
22the wick trimmers, sprinkling bowls, ladles, and censers of pure gold; and the gold doors of the temple: the inner doors to the Most Holy Place as well as the doors of the main hall.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 Kings 12:13 | However, the money brought into the house of the LORD was not used for making silver basins, wick trimmers, sprinkling bowls, trumpets, or any articles of gold or silver for the house of the LORD. |
| 2 | 2 Kings 25:14 | They also took away the pots, shovels, wick trimmers, dishes, and all the articles of bronze used in the temple service. |
| 3 | Jeremiah 52:18 | They also took away the pots, shovels, wick trimmers, sprinkling bowls, dishes, and all the articles of bronze used in the temple service. |
| 4 | 1 Kings 6:31–32 | For the entrance to the inner sanctuary, Solomon constructed doors of olive wood with five-sided doorposts. 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. |
| 5 | 1 Kings 7:50 | the pure gold basins, wick trimmers, sprinkling bowls, ladles, and censers; and the gold hinges for the doors of the inner temple (that is, the Most Holy Place ) as well as for the doors of the main hall of the temple. |
| 6 | Exodus 37:23 | He also made its seven lamps, its wick trimmers, and trays of pure gold. |
2 Chronicles 4:22 Summary
[This verse describes the beautiful and valuable items used in the temple, including wick trimmers, sprinkling bowls, and gold doors, which represented the best of the best, just like our worship should be the best we can offer to God, as seen in Malachi 1:6-8. The gold doors symbolized the value and splendor of God's presence, reminding us to approach Him with reverence and awe, as described in Hebrews 12:28-29. By focusing on the details of the temple, we can learn to prioritize excellence and reverence in our own worship, offering our finest to God, as encouraged in Colossians 3:23-24.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the wick trimmers mentioned in this verse?
The wick trimmers were used to maintain the lamps in the temple, ensuring they burned brightly and efficiently, symbolizing the importance of spiritual maintenance and discipline, as seen in Proverbs 4:18 and 2 Timothy 2:15.
Why were the doors of the temple made of gold?
The gold doors of the temple represented the value and splendor of God's presence, as described in Exodus 25:11-22, and served as a reminder of the beauty and majesty of God's dwelling place, as mentioned in Psalm 96:6.
What is the difference between the inner doors to the Most Holy Place and the doors of the main hall?
The inner doors led to the Most Holy Place, where the Ark of the Covenant was kept, and only the high priest could enter, as described in Leviticus 16:2, while the doors of the main hall led to the rest of the temple, where the people would gather to worship, as seen in 1 Kings 8:10-11.
How does this verse relate to our modern-day worship?
This verse reminds us that our worship should be characterized by excellence and reverence, as we offer our best to God, just as the Israelites offered their finest materials and craftsmanship for the temple, as described in 2 Chronicles 2:7 and 1 Corinthians 10:31.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can 'trim the wicks' in my own life, ensuring my spiritual light shines brightly for others?
- How can I cultivate a sense of reverence and awe in my worship, recognizing the majesty and beauty of God's presence?
- In what ways can I offer my 'finest gold' to God, surrendering my best efforts and resources to His service?
- How does the distinction between the inner doors and the main hall doors remind me of the importance of humility and reverence in my approach to God?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 4:22
Ver. 22 [See comments on 2 Chronicles 3:1].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 4:22
And the snuffers, and the basons, and the spoons, and the censers, of pure gold: and the entry of the house, the inner doors thereof for the most holy place, and the doors of the house of the temple, were of gold.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 4:22
To wit, in part; they were made of wood, ,, but covered with golden plates.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 4:22
2 Chronicles 4:22 And the snuffers, and the basons, and the spoons, and the censers, [of] pure gold: and the entry of the house, the inner doors thereof for the most holy [place], and the doors of the house of the temple, [were of] gold.Ver. 22. And the snuffers, &c.] See on 2 Chronicles 4:11.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 4:22
Verse 22. The doors - were of gold.] That is, were overlaid with golden plates, the thickness of which we do not know. THAT every thing in the tabernacle and temple was typical or representative of some excellence of the Gospel dispensation may be readily credited, without going into all the detail produced by the pious author of Solomon's Temple Spiritualized. We can see the general reference and the principles of the great design, though we may not be able to make a particular application of the knops, the flowers, the pomegranates, the tongs, and the snuffers, to some Gospel doctrines: such spiritualizing is in most cases weak, silly, religious trifling; being ill calculated to produce respect for Divine revelation.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 4:22
22. the censers] R.V. the firepans, in which fire was carried to and from the altar. and the entry] R.V. and as for the entry. the doors of the house of the temple] R.V. the doors of the house, to wit, of the temple. The “[greater] house” or “temple” is here distinguished from the “most holy place” or “shrine.” Cp. 2 Chronicles 3:5; 2 Chronicles 3:8. were of gold] According to 1 Kings 7:50 the hinges were of gold; the doors themselves were of olive wood overlaid with gold (1 Kings 6:31-32).
Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 4:22
The entry of the house - The text is, by some, corrected by 1 Kings 7:50, “the hinges” of the doors of the house, etc.