2 Chronicles 9:13
2 Chronicles 9:13 in Multiple Translations
The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents,
¶ Now the weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year was six hundred and threescore and six talents of gold;
Now the weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year was six hundred and threescore and six talents of gold,
Now the weight of gold which came to Solomon in one year was six hundred and sixty-six talents;
The weight of gold that Solomon received each year was 666 talents,
Also the weight of golde that came to Salomon in one yeere, was sixe hundreth three score and sixe talents of golde,
And the weight of the gold that is coming to Solomon in one year is six hundred and sixty and six talents of gold,
Now the weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year was six hundred sixty-six talents of gold,
Now the weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year was six hundred and sixty and six talents of gold;
And the weight of the gold, that was brought to Solomon every year, was six hundred and sixty-six talents of gold:
Each year there was brought to Solomon a total of 25 tons of gold.
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2 Chronicles 9:13 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְהִי֙
מִשְׁקַ֣ל
הַ/זָּהָ֔ב
אֲשֶׁר
בָּ֥א
לִ/שְׁלֹמֹ֖ה
בְּ/שָׁנָ֣ה
אֶחָ֑ת
שֵׁ֥שׁ
מֵא֛וֹת
וְ/שִׁשִּׁ֥ים
וָ/שֵׁ֖שׁ
כִּכְּרֵ֥י
זָהָֽב
וַ/יְהִי֙
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
מִשְׁקַ֣ל
mishqâl
H4948
weight
N-ms
הַ/זָּהָ֔ב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
Art | N-ms
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
בָּ֥א
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
לִ/שְׁלֹמֹ֖ה
Shᵉlômôh
H8010
Solomon
Prep | N-proper
בְּ/שָׁנָ֣ה
shâneh
H8141
year
Prep | N-fs
אֶחָ֑ת
ʼechâd
H259
one
Adj
שֵׁ֥שׁ
shêsh
H8337
six
Adj
מֵא֛וֹת
mêʼâh
H3967
hundred
Adj
וְ/שִׁשִּׁ֥ים
shishshîym
H8346
sixty
Conj | Adj
וָ/שֵׁ֖שׁ
shêsh
H8337
six
Conj | Adj
כִּכְּרֵ֥י
kikkâr
H3603
talent
N-cp
זָהָֽב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 9:13
וַ/יְהִי֙
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
מִשְׁקַ֣ל
mishqâl
H4948
"weight"
N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means weight or heaviness, often referring to a full weight, like in trade or commerce, as seen in Genesis. It represents a standard unit of measurement.
Definition: heaviness, weight
Usage: Occurs in 42 OT verses. KJV: (full) weight. See also: Genesis 24:22; 1 Kings 7:47; Jeremiah 52:20.
הַ/זָּהָ֔ב
zâhâb
H2091
"gold"
Art | 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.
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
בָּ֥א
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
לִ/שְׁלֹמֹ֖ה
Shᵉlômôh
H8010
"Solomon"
Prep | N-proper
Shelomoh, or Solomon, was a king of Judah and successor of his father David, first mentioned in 2 Samuel 5:14 and known for his wisdom.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.5.14; son of: David (H1732) and Bathsheba (H1339); brother of: Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727) and Nathan (H5416); half-brother of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Absalom (H0053), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Ibhar (H2984), Elishua (H0474), Nepheg (H5298H), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N); married to daughter_of_Pharaoh (H6547P) and Naamah (H5279A); father of: Taphath (H2955), Basemath (H1315) and Rehoboam (H7346); also called Jedidiah at 2Sa.12.25; § Solomon = "peace" son of David by Bathsheba and 3rd king of Israel; author of Proverbs and Song of Songs
Usage: Occurs in 263 OT verses. KJV: Solomon. See also: 2 Samuel 5:14; 1 Kings 9:25; 2 Chronicles 7:8.
בְּ/שָׁנָ֣ה
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.
אֶחָ֑ת
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
שֵׁ֥שׁ
shêsh
H8337
"six"
Adj
This Hebrew word means the number six, and is often used in the Bible to describe measurements, like the six days of creation in Genesis 1.
Definition: 1) six 1a) six (cardinal number) 1b) sixth (ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers Aramaic equivalent: shet (שֵׁת "six" H8353)
Usage: Occurs in 202 OT verses. KJV: six(-teen, -teenth), sixth. See also: Genesis 7:6; 1 Kings 6:6; Proverbs 6:16.
מֵא֛וֹת
mêʼâh
H3967
"hundred"
Adj
Means a hundred, used as a simple number or part of a larger number in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including fractions like one one-hundredth. Found in books like Genesis and Psalms.
Definition: 1) hundred 1a) as simple number 1b) as part of larger number 1c) as a fraction-one one-hundredth (1/100) Aramaic equivalent: me.ah (מְאָה "hundred" H3969)
Usage: Occurs in 511 OT verses. KJV: hundred((-fold), -th), [phrase] sixscore. See also: Genesis 5:3; Numbers 2:6; Judges 18:17.
וְ/שִׁשִּׁ֥ים
shishshîym
H8346
"sixty"
Conj | Adj
This Hebrew word represents the number sixty, often used to describe large quantities, like the sixty warriors who guarded King Solomon. It is also translated as three score, as seen in Psalm 90:10.
Definition: sixty, three score Aramaic equivalent: shit.tin (שִׁתִּין "sixty" H8361)
Usage: Occurs in 56 OT verses. KJV: sixty, three score. See also: Genesis 5:15; 1 Chronicles 2:21; Isaiah 7:8.
וָ/שֵׁ֖שׁ
shêsh
H8337
"six"
Conj | Adj
This Hebrew word means the number six, and is often used in the Bible to describe measurements, like the six days of creation in Genesis 1.
Definition: 1) six 1a) six (cardinal number) 1b) sixth (ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers Aramaic equivalent: shet (שֵׁת "six" H8353)
Usage: Occurs in 202 OT verses. KJV: six(-teen, -teenth), sixth. See also: Genesis 7:6; 1 Kings 6:6; Proverbs 6:16.
כִּכְּרֵ֥י
kikkâr
H3603
"talent"
N-cp
In the Bible, a talent was a unit of weight or currency, like in Matthew 25:15-28, where a master gives his servants talents to invest. It could also refer to a round loaf of bread or a region, such as the Jordan valley.
Definition: 1) round 1a) a round district (environs of the Jordan valley) 1b) a round loaf (of bread) 1c) a round weight, talent (of gold, silver, bronze, iron) Aramaic equivalent: kik.ker (כִּכֵּר "talent" H3604)
Usage: Occurs in 55 OT verses. KJV: loaf, morsel, piece, plain, talent. See also: Genesis 13:10; 2 Kings 5:5; Proverbs 6:26.
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 9:13
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Context — Solomon’s Wealth and Splendor
11The king made the algum wood into steps for the house of the LORD and for the king’s palace, and into lyres and harps for the singers. Never before had anything like them been seen in the land of Judah.)
12King Solomon gave the queen of Sheba all she desired—whatever she asked—far more than she had brought the king. Then she left and returned to her own country, along with her servants.
13The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents,
14not including the revenue from the merchants and traders. And all the Arabian kings and governors of the land also brought gold and silver to Solomon. 15King Solomon made two hundred large shields of hammered gold; six hundred shekels of hammered gold went into each shield.Cross References
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| 1 | Psalms 72:15 | Long may he live! May gold from Sheba be given him. May people ever pray for him; may they bless him all day long. |
| 2 | Psalms 68:29 | Because of Your temple at Jerusalem kings will bring You gifts. |
| 3 | 1 Kings 10:14–28 | The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents, not including the revenue from the merchants, traders, and all the Arabian kings and governors of the land. King Solomon made two hundred large shields of hammered gold; six hundred shekels of gold went into each shield. He also made three hundred small shields of hammered gold; three minas of gold went into each shield. And the king put them in the House of the Forest of Lebanon. Additionally, the king made a great throne of ivory and overlaid it with pure gold. The 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. Twelve lions stood on the six steps, one at either end of each step. Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom. All King Solomon’s drinking cups were gold, and all the utensils of the House of the Forest of Lebanon were pure gold. There was no silver, because it was accounted as nothing in the days of Solomon. For the king had the ships of Tarshish at sea with Hiram’s fleet, and once every three years the ships of Tarshish would arrive bearing gold, silver, ivory, apes, and peacocks. So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. The whole world sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart. Year after year, each visitor would bring his tribute: articles of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, horses, and mules. Solomon accumulated 1,400 chariots and 12,000 horses, which he stationed in the chariot cities and also with him in Jerusalem. The king made silver as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills. Solomon’s horses were imported from Egypt and Kue; the royal merchants purchased them from Kue. |
| 4 | Psalms 72:10 | May the kings of Tarshish and distant shores bring tribute; may the kings of Sheba and Seba offer gifts. |
2 Chronicles 9:13 Summary
This verse tells us that Solomon received a huge amount of gold every year, 666 talents, which shows how much God blessed him and the kingdom of Israel. This wealth was a result of God's promise to Solomon in 2 Chronicles 1:12, where He said He would give Solomon riches and wealth if he followed Him. We can learn from this that God provides for those who follow Him, and we should use our own resources to serve and glorify Him, as seen in Matthew 6:19-21. By trusting in God's provision and living wisely, we can experience His blessings and use them to build His kingdom.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the 666 talents of gold that Solomon received each year?
The 666 talents of gold that Solomon received each year signifies God's blessing and provision for the kingdom of Israel, as seen in 2 Chronicles 1:12 where God promises to give Solomon riches and wealth if he follows Him.
Is the number 666 in this verse related to the same number in Revelation 13:18?
While the number 666 appears in both 2 Chronicles 9:13 and Revelation 13:18, they have different contexts and meanings, with the latter referring to the mark of the beast and the former signifying the wealth of Solomon's kingdom.
How did Solomon use the gold he received?
Solomon used the gold to build and furnish the temple and his palace, as well as to create musical instruments, as seen in 2 Chronicles 9:11, and also to make shields and other items, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 9:15.
What can we learn from Solomon's wealth and God's provision?
We can learn that God is a provider and blesses those who follow Him, as seen in 2 Chronicles 9:13 and Genesis 12:2, but we must also remember to use our resources wisely and for His glory, as taught in Matthew 6:19-21.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God provides for me, and how can I acknowledge and thank Him for His blessings?
- How can I use my own resources and talents to serve God and build His kingdom?
- What are some potential dangers or temptations that come with wealth and success, and how can I guard against them, as warned in 1 Timothy 6:10?
- In what ways can I reflect God's character and values in my own life, even in the midst of prosperity and abundance?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 9:13
[See comments on 1 Kings 10:14].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 9:13
Now the weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year was six hundred and threescore and six talents of gold; Now the weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year - (see the notes at 1 Kings
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 9:13
2 Chronicles 9:13 Now the weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year was six hundred and threescore and six talents of gold;Ver. 13. Now the weight.] See 1 Kings 10:14.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 9:13
(b) SOLOMON’S INCOME, , AND —(2 Chronicles 9:13-28). Comp. 1 Kings 10:14-29, and 1 Kings 4:26-27. (13) Now the weight of gold.—See 1 Kings 10:14, with which this verse coincides.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 9:13
13–28 (= 1 Kings 10:14-28). Solomon’s Greatness 13. six hundred and threescore and six] This may be called a “round” number, for a system of counting based on the number six was known in ancient times, e.g. among the Assyrians.
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 9:13
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Luke 11:1-13. Christ Encourages His Disciples to Pray. by Favell Lee Mortimer | Favell Lee Mortimer reflects on the blessed moments when Jesus prayed with His disciples, emphasizing the significance of prayer in various locations such as the mount of transfigu |