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Nothing like it had ever been made for any other kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/2_chronicles/9.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />There were also twelve other lions, one standing on each end of the six steps. No other throne in all the world could be compared with it!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/2_chronicles/9.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />while twelve lions stood there, one on each end of a step on the six steps. Nothing like it was ever made for any kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/2_chronicles/9.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Twelve lions stood on the six steps, one at either end of each step. Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/2_chronicles/9.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps. There was not the like made in any kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/2_chronicles/9.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Twelve lions stood there, one on each side of the six steps; nothing like <i>this</i> had been made for any <i>other</i> kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/2_chronicles/9.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Twelve lions were standing there on the six steps on the one side and on the other; nothing like <i>it</i> was made for any <i>other</i> kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/2_chronicles/9.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Twelve lions were standing there on the six steps on the one side and on the other; nothing like it was made for any other kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/2_chronicles/9.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And twelve lions were standing there on the six steps on the one side and on the other; nothing like <i>it</i> was made for any <i>other</i> kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/2_chronicles/9.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Twelve lions were also standing there on the six steps on the one side and on the other; nothing like <i>it</i> was made for any <i>other</i> kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/2_chronicles/9.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Also, twelve lions were standing there, one on each side of the six steps. Nothing like it had ever been made for any [other] kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/2_chronicles/9.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Twelve lions were standing there on the six steps, one at each end. Nothing like it had ever been made in any other kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/2_chronicles/9.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Twelve lions were standing there on the six steps, one at each end. Nothing like it had ever been made in any other kingdom. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/2_chronicles/9.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps: there was not the like made in any kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/2_chronicles/9.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />and there were two lion statues on each of the six steps leading up to the throne. No other throne in the world was like Solomon's. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/2_chronicles/9.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps: there was not the like made in any kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/2_chronicles/9.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Twelve lions stood on six steps, one on each side. Nothing like this had been made for any other kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/2_chronicles/9.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Twelve figures of lions were on the steps, one at either end of each step. No throne like this had ever existed in any other kingdom. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/2_chronicles/9.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Twelve lions were placed on both sides of the six steps leading to the throne, and nothing comparable was made for any other kingdom. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/2_chronicles/9.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Twelve lions stood on the six steps, one at either end of each step. Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/2_chronicles/9.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />There were twelve statues of lions on the six steps, one lion at each end of each step. There was nothing like it in any other kingdom. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/2_chronicles/9.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other on the six steps: there was nothing like it made in any kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/2_chronicles/9.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps. There was not the like made in any kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/2_chronicles/9.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other on the six steps. There was nothing like it made in any other kingdom. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/2_chronicles/9.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and twelve lions are standing there on the six steps on this [side] and on that [side]: it has not been made so for any kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/2_chronicles/9.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and twelve lions are standing there on the six steps on this side, and on that: it hath not been made so for any kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/2_chronicles/9.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And twelve lions standing there upon the six steps, from hence and from thence. There was not made thus to any kingdom.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/2_chronicles/9.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Moreover twelve other little lions standing upon the steps on both sides: there was not such a throne in any kingdom. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/2_chronicles/9.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Moreover, there were twelve additional little lions standing upon the six steps on both sides. There was no similar throne in all the kingdoms.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/2_chronicles/9.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />and twelve other lions standing there on the steps, two to a step. Nothing like this was made in any other kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/2_chronicles/9.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />while twelve lions were standing, one on each end of a step on the six steps. The like of it was never made in any kingdom.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/2_chronicles/9.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And twelve lions stood there, on the one side and on the other side upon the six steps. There was not the like ever made in any kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/2_chronicles/9.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And twelve lionesses stood there above the six steps at one side and at the other, and there was nothing made like it in all kingdoms.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/2_chronicles/9.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps; there was not the like made in any kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/2_chronicles/9.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />and twelve lions standing there on the six steps on each side. There was not the like in any <i>other</i> kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/2_chronicles/9-19.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/zGrb4955Tvs?start=2223" 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/2_chronicles/9.htm">Solomon's Wealth and Splendor</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">18</span>The throne had six steps, and a footstool of gold was attached to it. There were armrests on both sides of the seat, with a lion standing beside each armrest. <span class="reftext">19</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/8147.htm" title="8147: ū·šə·nêm (Conj-w:: Number-md) -- Two (a card. number). Dual of sheniy; feminine shttayim; two; also twofold.">Twelve</a> <a href="/hebrew/6240.htm" title="6240: ‘ā·śār (Number-ms) -- Ten. For eser; ten, i.e. -teen; also -teenth."></a> <a href="/hebrew/738.htm" title="738: ’ă·rā·yō·wṯ (N-mp) -- A lion. Or earyeh; from 'arah; a lion.">lions</a> <a href="/hebrew/5975.htm" title="5975: ‘ō·mə·ḏîm (V-Qal-Prtcpl-mp) -- To take one's stand, stand. A primitive root; to stand, in various relations.">stood</a> <a href="/hebrew/8033.htm" title="8033: šām (Adv) -- There, thither. A primitive particle; there then; often thither, or thence."></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/8337.htm" title="8337: šêš (Number-fsc) -- Masculine shishshah; a primitive number; six (see suws) beyond five or the fingers of the hand); as ord. Sixth.">the six</a> <a href="/hebrew/4609.htm" title="4609: ham·ma·‘ă·lō·wṯ (Art:: N-fp) -- Feminine of ma'aleh; elevation, i.e. The act, or the condition; specifically a climactic progression.">steps,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2088.htm" title="2088: miz·zeh (Prep-m:: Pro-ms) -- This, here. A primitive word; the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that.">one at either end</a> <a href="/hebrew/2088.htm" title="2088: ū·miz·zeh (Conj-w, Prep-m:: Pro-ms) -- This, here. A primitive word; the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that.">of each step.</a> <a href="/hebrew/3808.htm" title="3808: lō- (Adv-NegPrt) -- Not. Or lowi; or loh; a primitive particle; not; by implication, no; often used with other particles.">Nothing</a> <a href="/hebrew/3651.htm" title="3651: ḵên (Adv) -- So, thus. From kuwn; properly, set upright; hence just; but usually rightly or so.">like this</a> <a href="/hebrew/6213.htm" title="6213: na·‘ă·śāh (V-Nifal-Perf-3ms) -- To do, make. A primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application.">had ever been made</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: lə·ḵāl (Prep-l:: N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">for any</a> <a href="/hebrew/4467.htm" title="4467: mam·lā·ḵāh (N-fs) -- Kingdom, sovereignty, dominion, reign. From malak; dominion, i.e. the estate or the country.">kingdom.</a> </span><span class="reftext">20</span>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.…<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="/1_kings/10-19.htm">1 Kings 10:19-20</a></span><br />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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/5-5.htm">Revelation 5:5</a></span><br />Then one of the elders said to me, “Do not weep! Behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has triumphed to open the scroll and its seven seals.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/4-4.htm">Revelation 4:4</a></span><br />Surrounding the throne were twenty-four other thrones, and on these thrones sat twenty-four elders dressed in white, with golden crowns on their heads.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/6-23.htm">1 Kings 6:23-28</a></span><br />In the inner sanctuary he made two cherubim, each ten cubits high, out of olive wood. / One wing of the first cherub was five cubits long, and the other wing was five cubits long as well. So the full wingspan was ten cubits. / The second cherub also measured ten cubits; both cherubim had the same size and shape, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/1-10.htm">Ezekiel 1:10</a></span><br />The form of their faces was that of a man, and each of the four had the face of a lion on the right side, the face of an ox on the left side, and also the face of an eagle.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/10-14.htm">Ezekiel 10:14</a></span><br />Each of the cherubim had four faces: the first face was that of a cherub, the second that of a man, the third that of a lion, and the fourth that of an eagle.<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="/matthew/19-28.htm">Matthew 19:28</a></span><br />Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, in the renewal of all things, when the Son of Man sits on His glorious throne, you who have followed Me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/22-30.htm">Luke 22:30</a></span><br />so that you may eat and drink at My table in My kingdom and sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/3-21.htm">Revelation 3:21</a></span><br />To the one who overcomes, I will grant the right to sit with Me on My throne, just as I overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/7-29.htm">1 Kings 7:29</a></span><br />and on the panels between the uprights were lions, oxen, and cherubim. On the uprights was a pedestal above, and below the lions and oxen were wreaths of beveled work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/7-36.htm">1 Kings 7:36</a></span><br />He engraved cherubim, lions, and palm trees on the surfaces of the supports and panels, wherever each had space, with wreaths all around.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/10-18.htm">1 Kings 10:18</a></span><br />Additionally, the king made a great throne of ivory and overlaid it with pure gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/10-12.htm">1 Kings 10:12</a></span><br />The king made the almug 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 such almug wood been brought in, nor has such been seen again to this day.)<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/5-8.htm">2 Chronicles 5:8</a></span><br />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 twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other on the six steps. There was not the like made in any kingdom.</p><p class="hdg">twelve lions</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/19-28.htm">Matthew 19:28</a></b></br> And Jesus said unto them, Verily I say unto you, That ye which have followed me, in the regeneration when the Son of man shall sit in the throne of his glory, ye also shall sit upon twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/revelation/21-12.htm">Revelation 21:12</a></b></br> And had a wall great and high, <i>and</i> had twelve gates, and at the gates twelve angels, and names written thereon, which are <i>the names</i> of the twelve tribes of the children of Israel:</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_chronicles/9-18.htm">Either</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/8-8.htm">End</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/7-18.htm">Kingdom</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/9-18.htm">Lions</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/7-19.htm">Placed</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/9-18.htm">Side</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/9-18.htm">Six</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/9-18.htm">Standing</a> <a href="/1_kings/10-20.htm">Step</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/9-18.htm">Steps</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/7-6.htm">Stood</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/4-15.htm">Twelve</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_chronicles/18-9.htm">Either</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/16-3.htm">End</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/11-1.htm">Kingdom</a> <a href="/psalms/22-13.htm">Lions</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/9-25.htm">Placed</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/11-12.htm">Side</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/16-1.htm">Six</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/10-8.htm">Standing</a> <a href="/job/18-7.htm">Step</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-37.htm">Steps</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/10-6.htm">Stood</a> <a href="/2_chronicles/9-25.htm">Twelve</a><div class="vheading2">2 Chronicles 9</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_chronicles/9-1.htm">The queen of sheba admires the wisdom of Solomon</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_chronicles/9-13.htm">Solomon's revenue in gold</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_chronicles/9-15.htm">His targets and shields</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_chronicles/9-17.htm">The throne of ivory</a></span><br><span class="reftext">20. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_chronicles/9-20.htm">His vessels</a></span><br><span class="reftext">23. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_chronicles/9-23.htm">His presents</a></span><br><span class="reftext">25. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_chronicles/9-25.htm">His chariots and horse</a></span><br><span class="reftext">26. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_chronicles/9-26.htm">His tributes</a></span><br><span class="reftext">29. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_chronicles/9-29.htm">His reign and death</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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_chronicles/9.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_chronicles/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/2_chronicles/9.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Twelve lions stood on the six steps</b><br>The presence of twelve lions is significant, as lions are often symbols of strength, majesty, and authority in biblical literature. The number twelve is also symbolic, often representing the twelve tribes of Israel, indicating completeness and divine order. The lions on the steps leading to Solomon's throne emphasize the king's power and the divine authority bestowed upon him. This imagery can be connected to the Lion of Judah, a title for Jesus Christ, symbolizing His ultimate authority and kingship.<p><b>one at either end of each step</b><br>The placement of the lions at either end of each step suggests a sense of balance and protection. This arrangement would have created a majestic and awe-inspiring approach to the throne, signifying the importance and sanctity of the king's position. The symmetry and order reflect the wisdom and careful planning attributed to Solomon's reign, as well as the divine order that God intended for His people.<p><b>Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom</b><br>This statement highlights the unparalleled grandeur and uniqueness of Solomon's throne. It underscores the wealth, wisdom, and divine favor that characterized Solomon's reign. Historically, Solomon's kingdom was renowned for its prosperity and splendor, attracting visitors like the Queen of Sheba. The unmatched nature of the throne serves as a testament to God's blessing upon Israel during Solomon's rule and foreshadows the ultimate kingdom of God, which surpasses all earthly kingdoms in glory and majesty.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>The king of Israel known for his wisdom, wealth, and building projects, including the temple and his palace.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a></b><br>The capital city of Israel, where Solomon's throne and the temple were located.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_throne_of_solomon.htm">The Throne of Solomon</a></b><br>A magnificent throne made of ivory and overlaid with gold, symbolizing Solomon's wealth and the glory of his reign.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_twelve_lions.htm">The Twelve Lions</a></b><br>Statues that adorned the steps leading to Solomon's throne, representing strength, majesty, and the unique splendor of his kingdom.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_kingdom_of_israel.htm">The Kingdom of Israel</a></b><br>Under Solomon's rule, it reached its peak in terms of wealth, influence, and architectural achievements.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/s/symbolism_of_strength_and_authority.htm">Symbolism of Strength and Authority</a></b><br>The lions on Solomon's throne symbolize strength and authority. As believers, we are called to reflect the strength and authority of Christ in our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/unique_craftsmanship.htm">Unique Craftsmanship</a></b><br>The uniqueness of Solomon's throne reflects God's creativity and excellence. We are encouraged to pursue excellence in our work and service to God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/temporal_vs._eternal_glory.htm">Temporal vs. Eternal Glory</a></b><br>Solomon's kingdom, though magnificent, was temporary. This reminds us to focus on the eternal kingdom of God, which surpasses all earthly glory.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom_and_wealth.htm">Wisdom and Wealth</a></b><br>Solomon's wealth and wisdom were gifts from God. We should seek wisdom from God and use our resources to honor Him and serve others.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/legacy_of_faith.htm">Legacy of Faith</a></b><br>Solomon's reign is a reminder of the impact of leadership. We should strive to leave a legacy of faith and righteousness for future generations.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_chronicles_9.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 9</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_christian_themes_are_in_narnia.htm">What Christian themes are in The Chronicles of Narnia?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_there_historical_proof_of_queen's_divine_wisdom.htm">In Luke 11:31, is there credible historical evidence affirming that the Queen of the South recognized a divine wisdom comparable to, or foreshadowing, that of Jesus?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_punish_a_nation_for_one_king's_acts.htm">Why does 2 Chronicles 28:19 say God directly punishes an entire nation for one king's actions?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_the_queen_of_sheba's_visit_historical.htm">Does the account of the Queen of Sheba's visit in 2 Chronicles 9:1-12 have any historical basis or extra-biblical support?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/2_chronicles/9-19.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">Twelve</span><br /><span class="heb">וּשְׁנֵ֧ים</span> <span class="translit">(ū·šə·nêm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Number - md<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8147.htm">Strong's 8147: </a> </span><span class="str2">Two (a cardinal number)</span><br /><br /><span class="word">lions</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲרָי֗וֹת</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·rā·yō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_738.htm">Strong's 738: </a> </span><span class="str2">A lion</span><br /><br /><span class="word">stood</span><br /><span class="heb">עֹמְדִ֥ים</span> <span class="translit">(‘ō·mə·ḏîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5975.htm">Strong's 5975: </a> </span><span class="str2">To stand, in various relations</span><br /><br /><span class="word">on</span><br /><span class="heb">עַל־</span> <span class="translit">(‘al-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> </span><span class="str2">Above, over, upon, against</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the six</span><br /><span class="heb">שֵׁ֥שׁ</span> <span class="translit">(šêš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Number - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8337.htm">Strong's 8337: </a> </span><span class="str2">Six (a cardinal number)</span><br /><br /><span class="word">steps,</span><br /><span class="heb">הַֽמַּעֲל֖וֹת</span> <span class="translit">(ham·ma·‘ă·lō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - feminine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4609.htm">Strong's 4609: </a> </span><span class="str2">Elevation, the act, the condition, a climactic progression</span><br /><br /><span class="word">one at either end</span><br /><span class="heb">מִזֶּ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(miz·zeh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Pronoun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2088.htm">Strong's 2088: </a> </span><span class="str2">This, that</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of each [step].</span><br /><span class="heb">וּמִזֶּ֑ה</span> <span class="translit">(ū·miz·zeh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw, Preposition-m | Pronoun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2088.htm">Strong's 2088: </a> </span><span class="str2">This, that</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Nothing</span><br /><span class="heb">לֹא־</span> <span class="translit">(lō-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb - Negative particle<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3808.htm">Strong's 3808: </a> </span><span class="str2">Not, no</span><br /><br /><span class="word">like [this]</span><br /><span class="heb">כֵ֖ן</span> <span class="translit">(ḵên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3651.htm">Strong's 3651: </a> </span><span class="str2">So -- thus</span><br /><br /><span class="word">had ever been made</span><br /><span class="heb">נַעֲשָׂ֥ה</span> <span class="translit">(na·‘ă·śāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6213.htm">Strong's 6213: </a> </span><span class="str2">To do, make</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for any</span><br /><span class="heb">לְכָל־</span> <span class="translit">(lə·ḵāl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">kingdom.</span><br /><span class="heb">מַמְלָכָֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(mam·lā·ḵāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4467.htm">Strong's 4467: </a> </span><span class="str2">Kingdom, sovereignty, dominion, reign</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_chronicles/9-19.htm">2 Chronicles 9:19 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/2_chronicles/9-19.htm">2 Chronicles 9:19 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/2_chronicles/9-19.htm">2 Chronicles 9:19 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/2_chronicles/9-19.htm">2 Chronicles 9:19 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/2_chronicles/9-19.htm">2 Chronicles 9:19 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/2_chronicles/9-19.htm">2 Chronicles 9:19 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_chronicles/9-19.htm">2 Chronicles 9:19 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_chronicles/9-19.htm">2 Chronicles 9:19 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/2_chronicles/9-19.htm">2 Chronicles 9:19 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/2_chronicles/9-19.htm">2 Chronicles 9:19 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/2_chronicles/9-19.htm">OT History: 2 Chronicles 9:19 Twelve lions stood there on the one (2 Chron. 2Ch iiCh ii ch 2 chr 2chr) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_chronicles/9-18.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Chronicles 9:18"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Chronicles 9:18" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_chronicles/9-20.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Chronicles 9:20"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Chronicles 9:20" /></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>