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class="clickchap2" title="Lexicon"> Heb </a> </div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><div class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/1_kings/6.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/1_kings/6.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />He overlaid the cherubim with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/1_kings/6.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />He overlaid the two cherubim with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/1_kings/6.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />And he overlaid the cherubim with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/1_kings/6.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />He also overlaid the cherubim with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/1_kings/6.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And he overlaid the cherubims with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/1_kings/6.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Also he overlaid the cherubim with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/1_kings/6.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />He also overlaid the cherubim with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/1_kings/6.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />He also overlaid the cherubim with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/1_kings/6.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />He also overlaid the cherubim with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/1_kings/6.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />He also overlaid the cherubim with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/1_kings/6.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Solomon also overlaid the cherubim with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/1_kings/6.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />He also overlaid the cherubim with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/1_kings/6.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />He also overlaid the cherubim with gold. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/1_kings/6.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And he overlaid the cherubim with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/1_kings/6.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />The creatures were also covered with gold. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/1_kings/6.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And he overlaid the cherubim with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/1_kings/6.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />He covered the angels with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/1_kings/6.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />The two winged creatures were covered with gold. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/1_kings/6.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Each cherub was overlaid with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/1_kings/6.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />He plated the cherubs with gold. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/1_kings/6.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />He overlaid the cherubim with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/1_kings/6.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And he overlaid the cherubim with gold.<div class="vheading2"><b>Majority Text Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/1_kings/6.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />He also overlaid the cherubim with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/1_kings/6.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />He overlaid the cherubim with gold. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/1_kings/6.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and he overlays the cherubim with gold,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/1_kings/6.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and he overlayeth the cherubs with gold,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/1_kings/6.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And he will overlay the cherubims with gold.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/1_kings/6.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And he overlaid the cherubims with gold. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/1_kings/6.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />He also overlaid the cherubim with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/1_kings/6.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />He overlaid the cherubim with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/1_kings/6.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />He also overlaid the cherubim with gold.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/1_kings/6.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And he overlaid the cherubim with pure gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/1_kings/6.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And he overlaid the Cherubim with refined gold.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/1_kings/6.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And he overlaid the cherubim with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/1_kings/6.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And he covered the cherubs with gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/1_kings/6-28.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Xx9A0AxPaoQ?start=2209" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/1_kings/6.htm">The Cherubim</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">27</span>And 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. <span class="reftext">28</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/6823.htm" title="6823: way·ṣap̄ (Conj-w:: V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To lay out, lay over. A primitive root; to sheet over.">He also overlaid</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: ’eṯ- (DirObjM) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self."></a> <a href="/hebrew/3742.htm" title="3742: hak·kə·rū·ḇîm (Art:: N-mp) -- Probably an order of angelic beings. An angelic being.">the cherubim</a> <a href="/hebrew/2091.htm" title="2091: zā·hāḇ (N-ms) -- Gold. From an unused root meaning to shimmer; gold, figuratively, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky.">with gold.</a> </span><span class="reftext">29</span>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.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/25-18.htm">Exodus 25:18-20</a></span><br />Make two cherubim of hammered gold at the ends of the mercy seat, / one cherub on one end and one on the other, all made from one piece of gold. / And the cherubim are to have wings that spread upward, overshadowing the mercy seat. The cherubim are to face each other, looking toward the mercy seat.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/37-7.htm">Exodus 37:7-9</a></span><br />He made two cherubim of hammered gold at the ends of the mercy seat, / one cherub on one end and one on the other, all made from one piece of gold. / And the cherubim had wings that spread upward, overshadowing the mercy seat. The cherubim faced each other, looking toward the mercy seat.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/3-10.htm">2 Chronicles 3:10-13</a></span><br />In the Most Holy Place he made two cherubim of sculptured work, and he overlaid them with gold. / The total wingspan of the cherubim was twenty cubits. One wing of the first cherub was five cubits long and touched the wall of the temple, and its other wing was five cubits long and touched the wing of the other cherub. / The wing of the second cherub also measured five cubits and touched the wall of the temple, while its other wing measured five cubits and touched the wing of the first cherub. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/9-5.htm">Hebrews 9:5</a></span><br />Above the ark were the cherubim of glory, overshadowing the mercy seat. But we cannot discuss these things in detail now.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/28-18.htm">1 Chronicles 28:18</a></span><br />the weight of the refined gold for the altar of incense; and the plans for the chariot of the gold cherubim that spread their wings and overshadowed the ark of the covenant of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/41-18.htm">Ezekiel 41:18-19</a></span><br />were alternating carved cherubim and palm trees. Each cherub had two faces: / the face of a man was toward the palm tree on one side, and the face of a young lion was toward the palm tree on the other side. They were carved all the way around the temple.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/26-1.htm">Exodus 26:1</a></span><br />“You are to construct the tabernacle itself with ten curtains of finely spun linen, each with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and cherubim skillfully worked into them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/36-8.htm">Exodus 36:8</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/6-2.htm">2 Samuel 6:2</a></span><br />And he and all his troops set out for Baale of Judah to bring up from there the ark of God, which is called by the Name—the name of the LORD of Hosts, who is enthroned between the cherubim that are on it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/4-6.htm">Revelation 4:6-8</a></span><br />And before the throne was something like a sea of glass, as clear as crystal. In the center, around the throne, were four living creatures, covered with eyes in front and back. / The first living creature was like a lion, the second like a calf, the third had a face like a man, and the fourth was like an eagle in flight. / And each of the four living creatures had six wings and was covered with eyes all around and within. Day and night they never stop saying: “Holy, Holy, Holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/6-2.htm">Isaiah 6:2</a></span><br />Above Him stood seraphim, each having six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/25-11.htm">Exodus 25:11</a></span><br />Overlay it with pure gold both inside and out, and make a gold molding around it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/37-2.htm">Exodus 37:2</a></span><br />He overlaid it with pure gold, both inside and out, and made a gold molding around it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/8-6.htm">1 Kings 8:6-7</a></span><br />Then the priests brought the ark of the covenant of the LORD to its place in the inner sanctuary of the temple, the Most Holy Place, beneath the wings of the cherubim. / For the cherubim spread their wings over the place of the ark and overshadowed the ark and its poles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/5-7.htm">2 Chronicles 5:7-8</a></span><br />Then the priests brought the ark of the covenant of the LORD to its place in the inner sanctuary of the temple, the Most Holy Place, beneath the wings of the cherubim. / For the cherubim spread their wings over the place of the ark and overshadowed the ark and its poles.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And he overlaid the cherubim with gold.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_kings/6-27.htm">Cherubim</a> <a href="/1_kings/6-25.htm">Cherubs</a> <a href="/1_kings/6-22.htm">Gold</a> <a href="/1_kings/6-25.htm">Ones</a> <a href="/1_kings/6-22.htm">Overlaid</a> <a href="/1_kings/6-21.htm">Overlayeth</a> <a href="/1_kings/6-20.htm">Plated</a> <a href="/1_kings/6-25.htm">Winged</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_kings/6-29.htm">Cherubim</a> <a href="/1_kings/6-32.htm">Cherubs</a> <a href="/1_kings/6-30.htm">Gold</a> <a href="/1_kings/6-32.htm">Ones</a> <a href="/1_kings/6-30.htm">Overlaid</a> <a href="/1_kings/10-18.htm">Overlayeth</a> <a href="/1_kings/6-35.htm">Plated</a> <a href="/1_kings/6-29.htm">Winged</a><div class="vheading2">1 Kings 6</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_kings/6-1.htm">The building of Solomon's temple</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_kings/6-5.htm">The chambers thereof</a></span><br><span class="reftext">11. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_kings/6-11.htm">God's promise unto it</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_kings/6-15.htm">The ceiling and adorning of it</a></span><br><span class="reftext">23. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_kings/6-23.htm">The cherubim</a></span><br><span class="reftext">31. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_kings/6-31.htm">The doors</a></span><br><span class="reftext">36. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_kings/6-36.htm">The court</a></span><br><span class="reftext">37. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/1_kings/6-37.htm">The time of building it</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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The overlaying process involved covering the cherubim with a thin layer of gold, a practice common in ancient Near Eastern cultures to signify importance and divine presence. The use of gold in the temple symbolizes purity, value, and the glory of God, reflecting the heavenly reality that the temple was meant to represent on earth.<p><b>the cherubim</b><br>Cherubim are angelic beings often associated with the presence of God. In the context of the temple, they were placed in the inner sanctuary, the Most Holy Place, where the Ark of the Covenant was kept. The cherubim's presence signifies God's throne and His dwelling among His people. In <a href="/genesis/3-24.htm">Genesis 3:24</a>, cherubim are placed to guard the way to the Tree of Life, indicating their role as protectors of divine holiness. In <a href="/ezekiel/10.htm">Ezekiel 10</a>, cherubim are depicted as part of God's chariot, emphasizing their role in His divine presence and movement.<p><b>with gold</b><br>Gold is a recurring element in the construction of the temple, used extensively in the Holy of Holies. It represents the divine nature and the unapproachable light of God's glory. The use of gold for the cherubim highlights their sacred function and the holiness of the space they inhabit. In <a href="/revelation/21-18.htm">Revelation 21:18</a>, the New Jerusalem is described as having streets of pure gold, symbolizing the ultimate fulfillment of God's presence with His people. The overlaying of gold on the cherubim can also be seen as a type of Christ, who is both divine (gold) and the ultimate mediator between God and humanity, fulfilling the role of the cherubim in bringing God's presence to His people.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>The king of Israel who was responsible for building the temple in Jerusalem. His reign is marked by wisdom and prosperity, and he is tasked with constructing a house for the Lord, fulfilling his father David's vision.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/c/cherubim.htm">Cherubim</a></b><br>Angelic beings that are often associated with the presence of God. In the context of the temple, they symbolize divine protection and the holiness of God’s dwelling place.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/temple_in_jerusalem.htm">Temple in Jerusalem</a></b><br>The sacred place built by Solomon as a permanent dwelling for the Ark of the Covenant and a central place of worship for the Israelites. It represents God's presence among His people.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/g/gold_overlay.htm">Gold Overlay</a></b><br>The use of gold in the temple signifies purity, value, and the divine nature of the worship space. It reflects the glory and majesty of God.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/a/ark_of_the_covenant.htm">Ark of the Covenant</a></b><br>Although not directly mentioned in this verse, the cherubim are closely associated with the Ark, which is the most sacred item in the temple, representing God's covenant with Israel.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_holiness_of_god's_dwelling.htm">The Holiness of God’s Dwelling</a></b><br>The overlaying of the cherubim with gold emphasizes the sacredness of the temple. As believers, we are called to recognize and respect the holiness of God’s presence in our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/symbolism_of_gold.htm">Symbolism of Gold</a></b><br>Gold represents purity and value. In our spiritual walk, we should strive for purity and recognize the value of our relationship with God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_presence_and_protection.htm">God’s Presence and Protection</a></b><br>The cherubim symbolize God’s protection and presence. We can find comfort in knowing that God is with us and guards us in our spiritual journey.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/continuity_of_god's_plan.htm">Continuity of God’s Plan</a></b><br>The temple’s design reflects God’s consistent plan for His people, from the tabernacle to the temple, and ultimately fulfilled in Christ. We are part of this divine account.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/w/worship_and_reverence.htm">Worship and Reverence</a></b><br>The detailed construction of the temple teaches us the importance of worship and reverence in our relationship with God. Our worship should reflect the majesty and glory of God.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_kings_6.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 6</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_1_kings_8_align_with_archaeology.htm">How can 1 Kings 8 align with archaeological evidence when no conclusive artifacts or external historical records confirm Solomon's vast kingdom or temple grandeur?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_1_kings_6_14-18's_decor_plausible.htm">In 1 Kings 6:14-18, how plausible is it to have such elaborate cedar and gold paneling without any significant historical or external documentation?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/do_1_kings_6_27-28_cherubim_fit_the_era.htm">Considering 1 Kings 6:27-28, does the description of massive cherubim overlaid with gold align with known artistic and technological capabilities of the time?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_differ_solomon's_temple_styles.htm">Why do biblical descriptions of Solomon's temple differ from contemporary architectural styles?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_kings/6.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 28.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">And he overlaid the cherubims with gold.</span> <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/1_kings/6-28.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">He also overlaid</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיְצַ֥ף</span> <span class="translit">(way·ṣap̄)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6823.htm">Strong's 6823: </a> </span><span class="str2">To lay out, lay over</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the cherubim</span><br /><span class="heb">הַכְּרוּבִ֖ים</span> <span class="translit">(hak·kə·rū·ḇîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3742.htm">Strong's 3742: </a> </span><span class="str2">Probably an order of angelic beings</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with gold.</span><br /><span class="heb">זָהָֽב׃</span> <span class="translit">(zā·hāḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2091.htm">Strong's 2091: </a> </span><span class="str2">Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_kings/6-28.htm">1 Kings 6:28 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/1_kings/6-28.htm">1 Kings 6:28 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/1_kings/6-28.htm">1 Kings 6:28 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/1_kings/6-28.htm">1 Kings 6:28 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/1_kings/6-28.htm">1 Kings 6:28 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/1_kings/6-28.htm">1 Kings 6:28 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_kings/6-28.htm">1 Kings 6:28 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_kings/6-28.htm">1 Kings 6:28 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/1_kings/6-28.htm">1 Kings 6:28 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/1_kings/6-28.htm">1 Kings 6:28 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/1_kings/6-28.htm">OT History: 1 Kings 6:28 He overlaid the cherubim with gold (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_kings/6-27.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Kings 6:27"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Kings 6:27" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_kings/6-29.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Kings 6:29"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Kings 6:29" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>