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seven for the one chapiter, and seven for the other chapiter. <a href="/nkjv/1_kings/7.htm">New King James Version</a> He made a lattice network, with wreaths of chainwork, for the capitals which were on top of the pillars: seven chains for one capital and seven for the other capital. <a href="/nasb_/1_kings/7.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> There were lattices of latticework and wreaths of chainwork for the capitals which were on the top of the pillars; seven for the one capital and seven for the other capital. <a href="/nasb/1_kings/7.htm">NASB 1995</a> There were nets of network and twisted threads of chainwork for the capitals which were on the top of the pillars; seven for the one capital and seven for the other capital. <a href="/nasb77/1_kings/7.htm">NASB 1977 </a> There were nets of network and twisted threads of chainwork for the capitals which were on the top of the pillars; seven for the one capital and seven for the other capital. <a href="/lsb/1_kings/7.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> There were nets of network and twisted threads of chainwork for the capitals which were on the top of the pillars; seven for the one capital and seven for the other capital. <a href="/amp/1_kings/7.htm">Amplified Bible</a> There were nets of network (lattice-work) and twisted threads (wreaths) of chainwork for the capitals which were on the tops of the pillars, seven for one capital and seven for the other. <a href="/csb/1_kings/7.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> The capitals on top of the pillars had gratings of latticework, wreaths made of chainwork—seven for the first capital and seven for the second. <a href="/hcsb/1_kings/7.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> The capitals on top of the pillars had gratings of latticework, wreaths made of chainwork—seven for the first capital and seven for the second. <a href="/asv/1_kings/7.htm">American Standard Version</a> There were nets of checker-work, and wreaths of chain-work, for the capitals which were upon the top of the pillars; seven for the one capital, and seven for the other capital. <a href="/cev/1_kings/7.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> The caps were decorated with seven rows of designs that looked like chains, <a href="/erv/1_kings/7.htm">English Revised Version</a> There were nets of checker work, and wreaths of chain work, for the chapiters which were upon the top of the pillars; seven for the one chapiter, and seven for the other chapiter. <a href="/gwt/1_kings/7.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> He also made seven rows of filigree and chains for each capital. <a href="/gnt/1_kings/7.htm">Good News Translation</a> The top of each column was decorated with a design of interwoven chains <a href="/isv/1_kings/7.htm">International Standard Version</a> A network of latticework on top of the pillars was inlaid with ornamental wreaths and chains, the top of each pillar containing seven groups of ornamental structures. <a href="/msb/1_kings/7.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> For the capitals on top of the pillars he made a network of lattice, with wreaths of chainwork, seven for each capital. <a href="/net/1_kings/7.htm">NET Bible</a> The latticework on the tops of the pillars was adorned with ornamental wreaths and chains; the top of each pillar had seven groupings of ornaments. <a href="/nheb/1_kings/7.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> There were nets of checker work, and wreaths of chain work, for the capitals which were on the top of the pillars; seven for the one capital, and seven for the other capital. <a href="/wbt/1_kings/7.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And nets of checker-work, and wreaths of chain-work, for the capitals which were upon the top of the pillars; seven for the one capital, and seven for the other capital. <a href="/web/1_kings/7.htm">World English Bible</a> There were nets of checker work and wreaths of chain work for the capitals which were on the top of the pillars: seven for the one capital, and seven for the other capital. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/1_kings/7.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> Nets of network, wreaths of chain-work [are] for the chapiters that [are] on the top of the pillars, seven for the first capital, and seven for the second capital. <a href="/ylt/1_kings/7.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> Nets of net-work, wreaths of chain-work are for the chapiters that are on the top of the pillars, seven for the one chapiter, and seven for the second chapiter. <a href="/slt/1_kings/7.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Lattices of net work, festoons of chain work for the crown which was upon the head of the pillars; seven for the one crown and seven for the second crown.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/1_kings/7.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And a kind of network, and chain work wreathed together with wonderful art. Both the chapiters of the pillars were cast : seven rows of nets were on one chapiter, and seven nets on the other chapiter. <a href="/cpdv/1_kings/7.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And there was something like a network of chains, woven together in a wonderful manner. Both heads of the columns were cast, and seven rows of little nets traversed one head, and seven little nets were on the other head. <a href="/nabre/1_kings/7.htm">New American Bible</a> There were meshes made like netting and braid made like chains for the capitals on top of the columns, seven for each capital. <a href="/nrsvce/1_kings/7.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> There were nets of checker work with wreaths of chain work for the capitals on the tops of the pillars; seven for the one capital, and seven for the other capital.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/1_kings/7.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And he made carved ornaments of network and wreaths of chain work for the capitals which were upon the top of the pillars; seven for one capital and seven for the other. <a href="/hpbt/1_kings/7.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> And he made lattices, twined lattices, and he made chains for the saplings that were upon the top of the pillars, seven for one sapling and seven for the other sapling.<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/1_kings/7.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> He also made nets of checker-work, and wreaths of chain-work, for the capitals which were upon the top of the pillars: seven for the one capital, and seven for the other capital. <a href="/sep/1_kings/7.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> And he made two ornaments of net-work to cover the chapiters of the pillars; even a net for one chapiter, and a net for the other chapiter. <a href="/parallel/1_kings/7-17.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Xx9A0AxPaoQ?start=2459" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/1_kings/7.htm">The Work of Hiram</a> …16He also made two capitals of cast bronze to set on top of the pillars, each capital five cubits high. 17<a href="/hebrew/3805.htm" title="3805: lak·kō·ṯā·rōṯ (Prep-l, Art:: N-fp) -- Capital (of a pillar). Feminine active participle of kathar; the capital of a column.">For the capitals</a> <a href="/hebrew/834.htm" title="834: ’ă·šer (Pro-r) -- Who, which, that. A primitive relative pronoun; who, which, what, that; also when, where, how, because, in order that, etc."></a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘al- (Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">on</a> <a href="/hebrew/7218.htm" title="7218: rōš (N-msc) -- Head. From an unused root apparently meaning to shake; the head, whether literal or figurative.">top</a> <a href="/hebrew/5982.htm" title="5982: hā·‘am·mū·ḏîm (Art:: N-mp) -- A pillar, column. Or ammud; from amad; a column; also a stand, i.e. Platform.">of the pillars</a> <a href="/hebrew/4639.htm" title="4639: ma·‘ă·śêh (N-msc) -- A deed, work. From asah; an action; generally, a transaction; abstractly, activity; by implication, a product or property.">he made</a> <a href="/hebrew/7639.htm" title="7639: śə·ḇā·ḵîm (N-fp) -- Latticework, network. Feminine of sabak; a net-work, i.e a snare, a ballustrade; also a reticulated ornament to a pillar.">a network</a> <a href="/hebrew/7639.htm" title="7639: śə·ḇā·ḵāh (N-fs) -- Latticework, network. Feminine of sabak; a net-work, i.e a snare, a ballustrade; also a reticulated ornament to a pillar.">of lattice,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1434.htm" title="1434: gə·ḏi·lîm (N-mp) -- Twisted threads. From gadal; thread, i.e. A tassel or festoon.">with wreaths</a> <a href="/hebrew/4639.htm" title="4639: ma·‘ă·śêh (N-msc) -- A deed, work. From asah; an action; generally, a transaction; abstractly, activity; by implication, a product or property.">of</a> <a href="/hebrew/8333.htm" title="8333: šar·šə·rō·wṯ (N-fp) -- Chain. From sharash; a chain; Probably a garland.">chainwork,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7651.htm" title="7651: šiḇ·‘āh (Number-ms) -- Or shibrah; from shaba'; a primitive cardinal number; seven; also seven times; by implication, a week; by extension, an indefinite number.">seven</a> <a href="/hebrew/259.htm" title="259: hā·’e·ḥāṯ (Art:: Number-fs) -- One. A numeral from 'achad; properly, united, i.e. One; or first.">for each</a> <a href="/hebrew/3805.htm" title="3805: lak·kō·ṯe·reṯ (Prep-l, Art:: N-fs) -- Capital (of a pillar). Feminine active participle of kathar; the capital of a column.">capital.</a> <a href="/hebrew/7651.htm" title="7651: wə·šiḇ·‘āh (Conj-w:: Number-ms) -- Or shibrah; from shaba'; a primitive cardinal number; seven; also seven times; by implication, a week; by extension, an indefinite number."></a> <a href="/hebrew/3805.htm" title="3805: lak·kō·ṯe·reṯ (Prep-l, Art:: N-fs) -- Capital (of a pillar). Feminine active participle of kathar; the capital of a column."></a> <a href="/hebrew/8145.htm" title="8145: haš·šê·nîṯ (Art:: Number-ofs) -- Second (an ord. number). From shanah; properly, double, i.e. Second; also adverbially, again."></a> 18Likewise, he made the pillars with two rows of pomegranates around each grating to cover each capital atop the pillars.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/exodus/28-33.htm">Exodus 28:33-34</a> Make pomegranates of blue, purple, and scarlet yarn all the way around the lower hem, with gold bells between them, / alternating the gold bells and pomegranates around the lower hem of the robe. <a href="/2_chronicles/3-15.htm">2 Chronicles 3:15-17</a> In front of the temple he made two pillars, which together were thirty-five cubits high, each with a capital on top measuring five cubits. / He made interwoven chains and put them on top of the pillars. He made a hundred pomegranates and fastened them into the chainwork. / Then he set up the pillars in front of the temple, one on the south and one on the north. The pillar on the south he named Jachin, and the pillar on the north he named Boaz. <a href="/jeremiah/52-22.htm">Jeremiah 52:22-23</a> The bronze capital atop one pillar was five cubits high, with a network of bronze pomegranates all around. The second pillar, with its pomegranates, was similar. / Each capital had ninety-six pomegranates on the sides, and a total of a hundred pomegranates were above the surrounding network. <a href="/2_kings/25-17.htm">2 Kings 25:17</a> Each pillar was eighteen cubits tall. The bronze capital atop one pillar was three cubits high, with a network of bronze pomegranates all around. The second pillar, with its network, was similar. <a href="/1_kings/6-18.htm">1 Kings 6:18</a> The cedar paneling inside the temple was carved with gourds and open flowers. Everything was cedar; not a stone could be seen. <a href="/1_kings/6-29.htm">1 Kings 6:29</a> 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. <a href="/1_kings/6-32.htm">1 Kings 6:32</a> 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. <a href="/1_kings/6-35.htm">1 Kings 6:35</a> He carved into them cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers, and he overlaid them with gold hammered evenly over the carvings. <a href="/1_kings/10-19.htm">1 Kings 10:19-20</a> 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. <a href="/2_chronicles/4-12.htm">2 Chronicles 4:12-13</a> the two pillars; the two bowl-shaped capitals atop the pillars; the two sets of network covering both bowls of the capitals atop the pillars; / the four hundred pomegranates for the two sets of network (two rows of pomegranates for each network covering both the bowl-shaped capitals atop the pillars); <a href="/revelation/1-12.htm">Revelation 1:12-13</a> Then I turned to see the voice that was speaking with me. And having turned, I saw seven golden lampstands, / and among the lampstands was One like the Son of Man, dressed in a long robe, with a golden sash around His chest. <a href="/revelation/1-20.htm">Revelation 1:20</a> This is the mystery of the seven stars you saw in My right hand and of the seven golden lampstands: The seven stars are the angels of the seven churches, and the seven lampstands are the seven churches. <a href="/revelation/2-1.htm">Revelation 2:1</a> “To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: These are the words of Him who holds the seven stars in His right hand and walks among the seven golden lampstands. <a href="/revelation/11-1.htm">Revelation 11:1-2</a> Then I was given a measuring rod like a staff and was told, “Go and measure the temple of God and the altar, and count the number of worshipers there. / But exclude the courtyard outside the temple. Do not measure it, because it has been given over to the nations, and they will trample the holy city for 42 months. <a href="/revelation/21-12.htm">Revelation 21:12-14</a> The city had a great and high wall with twelve gates inscribed with the names of the twelve tribes of Israel, and twelve angels at the gates. / There were three gates on the east, three on the north, three on the south, and three on the west. / The wall of the city had twelve foundations bearing the names of the twelve apostles of the Lamb.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And nets of checker work, and wreaths of chain work, for the capitals which were on the top of the pillars; seven for the one capital, and seven for the other capital.<a href="/exodus/28-14.htm">Exodus 28:14,22,24,25</a> And two chains of pure gold at the ends; of wreathen work shalt thou make them, and fasten the wreathen chains to the ouches… <a href="/exodus/39-15.htm">Exodus 39:15-18</a> And they made upon the breastplate chains at the ends, of wreathen work of pure gold… <a href="/2_kings/25-17.htm">2 Kings 25:17</a> The height of the one pillar was eighteen cubits, and the chapiter upon it was brass: and the height of the chapiter three cubits; and the wreathen work, and pomegranates upon the chapiter round about, all of brass: and like unto these had the second pillar with wreathen work.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/1_kings/7-16.htm">Capital</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-16.htm">Capitals</a> <a href="/genesis/41-42.htm">Chain</a> <a href="/1_kings/6-21.htm">Chains</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-16.htm">Chapiter</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-16.htm">Chapiters</a> <a href="/exodus/28-39.htm">Checker</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-16.htm">Crowns</a> <a href="/psalms/45-13.htm">Interwoven</a> <a href="/1_samuel/19-16.htm">Net</a> <a href="/2_samuel/22-6.htm">Nets</a> <a href="/1_kings/6-4.htm">Network</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-16.htm">Pillars</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-15.htm">Second</a> <a href="/1_kings/6-38.htm">Seven</a> <a href="/judges/16-12.htm">Threads</a> <a href="/2_samuel/17-19.htm">Top</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-16.htm">Tops</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/22-12.htm">Twisted</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-14.htm">Work</a> <a href="/revelation/9-7.htm">Wreaths</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_kings/7-18.htm">Capital</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-18.htm">Capitals</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/3-5.htm">Chain</a> <a href="/2_kings/23-33.htm">Chains</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-18.htm">Chapiter</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-18.htm">Chapiters</a> <a href="/exodus/28-4.htm">Checker</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-18.htm">Crowns</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/3-16.htm">Interwoven</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-20.htm">Net</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-41.htm">Nets</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-18.htm">Network</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-18.htm">Pillars</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-20.htm">Second</a> <a href="/1_kings/8-65.htm">Seven</a> <a href="/songs/7-5.htm">Threads</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-18.htm">Top</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-19.htm">Tops</a> <a href="/job/5-13.htm">Twisted</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-19.htm">Work</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-29.htm">Wreaths</a><div class="vheading2">1 Kings 7</div>1. <a href="/1_kings/7-1.htm">The building of Solomon's house</a> 2. <a href="/1_kings/7-2.htm">Of the house of Lebanon</a> 6. <a href="/1_kings/7-6.htm">Of the porch of pillars</a> 7. <a href="/1_kings/7-7.htm">Of the porch of judgment</a> 8. <a href="/1_kings/7-8.htm">Of the house for Pharaoh's daughter</a> 13. <a href="/1_kings/7-13.htm">Hiram's work of the two pillars,</a> 23. <a href="/1_kings/7-23.htm">Of the molten sea</a> 27. <a href="/1_kings/7-27.htm">Of the ten bases</a> 38. <a href="/1_kings/7-38.htm">Of the ten lavers</a> 40. <a href="/1_kings/7-40.htm">and all the vessels</a> </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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These pillars were not only structural but also symbolic, representing strength and stability. In ancient Near Eastern architecture, such capitals were often elaborate, signifying the importance and grandeur of the building. The use of pillars in temple construction can be seen in other ancient cultures, but in the context of the Temple, they also symbolize God's enduring presence and support for His people.he made a network of lattice The network of lattice refers to the intricate design work that adorned the capitals. This type of decoration was common in ancient craftsmanship, showcasing the skill and artistry of the workers. The latticework could symbolize the interconnectedness of God's creation or the complexity and beauty of divine wisdom. In a spiritual sense, it may also represent the interwoven nature of God's covenant with Israel, binding them together as a community.with wreaths of chainwork The wreaths of chainwork further enhanced the decorative aspect of the capitals. Chains in biblical symbolism often represent binding or connection. Here, they could signify the binding nature of God's promises or the unity of the people under His covenant. The use of wreaths, which are circular, might also symbolize eternity and the everlasting nature of God's kingdom.seven for each capital The number seven is significant in biblical literature, often representing completeness or perfection. In the context of the Temple, the use of seven wreaths for each capital could symbolize the perfection and completeness of God's plan and His creation. This number is frequently seen throughout Scripture, such as in the seven days of creation, the sevenfold Spirit of God, and the seven churches in Revelation, all pointing to divine completeness and fulfillment.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a> The king of Israel who commissioned the building of the temple and his palace. He is known for his wisdom and wealth, and his reign is marked by peace and prosperity. 2. <a href="/topical/h/hiram_of_tyre.htm">Hiram of Tyre</a> A skilled craftsman from Tyre, who was brought in by Solomon to oversee the construction of the temple and its furnishings. He was renowned for his expertise in bronze work. 3. <a href="/topical/t/temple_of_solomon.htm">Temple of Solomon</a> The first temple in Jerusalem, built by Solomon as a permanent dwelling place for the Ark of the Covenant and a center for Israelite worship. 4. <a href="/topical/p/pillars.htm">Pillars (Jachin and Boaz)</a> Two bronze pillars erected at the entrance of Solomon's Temple. They were significant both architecturally and symbolically, representing strength and stability. 5. <a href="/topical/c/capitals.htm">Capitals</a> The decorative tops of the pillars, which were adorned with intricate designs, including the interwoven chains mentioned in this verse.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_beauty_of_god's_dwelling.htm">The Beauty of God's Dwelling</a> The intricate design of the temple, including the interwoven chains, reflects the beauty and majesty of God's dwelling place. As believers, we are called to reflect God's beauty in our lives and worship. <a href="/topical/s/skill_and_craftsmanship_in_service_to_god.htm">Skill and Craftsmanship in Service to God</a> Just as Hiram used his God-given skills to glorify God through his work on the temple, we are encouraged to use our talents and abilities in service to God and His kingdom. <a href="/topical/s/symbolism_of_strength_and_stability.htm">Symbolism of Strength and Stability</a> The pillars Jachin and Boaz symbolize strength and stability. In our spiritual lives, we are called to be pillars of faith, standing firm in God's truth and grace. <a href="/topical/a/attention_to_detail_in_worship.htm">Attention to Detail in Worship</a> The detailed craftsmanship of the temple teaches us the importance of intentionality and excellence in our worship and service to God. <a href="/topical/g/god's_presence_in_our_lives.htm">God's Presence in Our Lives</a> The temple was a physical representation of God's presence among His people. Today, we are reminded that God dwells within us, and we are to live as His holy temple.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_1_kings_7.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 7</a> <a href="/q/what_are_the_davidic_covenant_promises.htm">What promises define the Davidic Covenant?</a> <a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_psalm_8_with_harsh_judgments.htm">How do we reconcile Psalm 8's depiction of a caring God with other biblical passages that portray divine indifference or harsh judgment toward humans?</a> <a href="/q/is_there_evidence_of_isaiah's_land_ruin.htm">Isaiah 1:7 describes a land devoured by foreigners; is there historical or archaeological evidence confirming such devastation at the time of Isaiah?</a> <a href="/q/what_evidence_supports_naboth's_execution.htm">What historical documentation supports or contradicts the swift execution of Naboth described in 1 Kings 21:13-14?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/1_kings/7.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(17) Seven for . . .--This is probably an erroneous reading. It should be "a net-work (or lattice-work) for the one chapiter, and a net-work for the other."<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/1_kings/7.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 17. - And nets [Gesen., lattice; Keil, plait. "It seems almost in vain to try and speculate on what was the exact form of the decoration of these celebrated pillars. The nets of checker work, and wreaths of chain work, etc., are all features applicable to metal architecture; and though we know that the old Tartar races did use metal architecture everywhere, and especially in bronze, from the very nature of the material, every specimen has perished, and we have now no representations from which we can restore them" (Fergusson, Dict. Bib. l.c.)] of checker work [the Hebrew repeats the word: nets of network, or plaits of work of plait], and wreaths [or cords, twisted work, i.e., festoons] of chain work [the wreathed or twisted festoon probably resembled a chain], for [or, to, i.e., were on] the chapiters which were upon the top of the pillars; seven for the one chapiter, and seven for the other chapiter [The LXX. having here δίκτυον, it is clear that the text they had read שבכה "a net," and not שבעה "seven." Some, accordingly, would read, "a net for the one chapiter, and a net," etc. But there is no sufficient reason for the change. "This decoration consisted of seven twists arranged as festoons, which were hung round the capitals of the pillars" (Keil). The comparison with "chain work" was probably suggestd by the fact that the intertwined threads, which crossed and recrossed each other, bore a rough resemblance to the links of a chain. <a href="/commentaries/1_kings/7-17.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>For the capitals לַכֹּ֣תָרֹ֔ת (lak·kō·ṯā·rōṯ) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - feminine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3805.htm">Strong's 3805: </a> The capital of a, column on עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> Above, over, upon, against top רֹ֣אשׁ (rōš) Noun - masculine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7218.htm">Strong's 7218: </a> The head of the pillars הָעַמּוּדִ֑ים (hā·‘am·mū·ḏîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5982.htm">Strong's 5982: </a> A column, a stand, platform [he made] a network מַעֲשֵׂ֣ה (ma·‘ă·śêh) Noun - masculine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4639.htm">Strong's 4639: </a> An action, a transaction, activity, a product, property of lattice, שְׂבָכָ֗ה (śə·ḇā·ḵāh) Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7639.htm">Strong's 7639: </a> A net-work, a snare, a ballustrade, a reticulated ornament to a, pillar with wreaths גְּדִלִים֙ (gə·ḏi·lîm) Noun - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1434.htm">Strong's 1434: </a> Thread, a tassel, festoon of מַעֲשֵׂ֣ה (ma·‘ă·śêh) Noun - masculine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4639.htm">Strong's 4639: </a> An action, a transaction, activity, a product, property chainwork, שַׁרְשְׁר֔וֹת (šar·šə·rō·wṯ) Noun - feminine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_8333.htm">Strong's 8333: </a> A chain, a garland seven שִׁבְעָה֙ (šiḇ·‘āh) Number - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7651.htm">Strong's 7651: </a> Seven, seven times, a week, an indefinite number for [each] הָאֶחָ֔ת (hā·’e·ḥāṯ) Article | Number - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_259.htm">Strong's 259: </a> United, one, first capital. לַכֹּתֶ֣רֶת (lak·kō·ṯe·reṯ) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3805.htm">Strong's 3805: </a> The capital of a, column <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/1_kings/7-17.htm">1 Kings 7:17 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/1_kings/7-17.htm">1 Kings 7:17 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/1_kings/7-17.htm">1 Kings 7:17 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/1_kings/7-17.htm">1 Kings 7:17 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/1_kings/7-17.htm">1 Kings 7:17 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/1_kings/7-17.htm">1 Kings 7:17 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/1_kings/7-17.htm">1 Kings 7:17 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/1_kings/7-17.htm">1 Kings 7:17 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/1_kings/7-17.htm">1 Kings 7:17 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/1_kings/7-17.htm">1 Kings 7:17 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-17.htm">OT History: 1 Kings 7:17 There were nets of checker work (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/1_kings/7-16.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="1 Kings 7:16"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="1 Kings 7:16" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/1_kings/7-18.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="1 Kings 7:18"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="1 Kings 7:18" /></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>