1 Kings 7:19

German TKW (Textbibel von Kautzsch und Weizsäcker)

Und die Knäufe, die sich oben auf den Säulen befanden, waren lilienförmig, in der Vorhalle, vier Ellen.

Was bedeutet das?

This verse describes the top of two pillars in the temple porch. The tops of these pillars were shaped like lilies and were four cubits high. It gives a detailed description of the temple's decorative elements.

Für Kinder erklärt

Imagine you have two big poles in front of a really important house. On top of these poles, there are pretty decorations that look like flowers called lilies. These flower decorations are as tall as a big grown-up!

Historischer Hintergrund

The Book of 1 Kings was written by various authors, possibly including the prophets Jeremiah and Isaiah, around the 6th century BCE. This verse describes the temple built by King Solomon, detailing its architecture and design. The audience was likely the Israelites, who were being reminded of their glorious past and the importance of their religious practices.

Anwendung für heute

Just as the temple was decorated to honor God, we can also decorate our homes and places of worship with symbols and art that reflect our faith. This can be as simple as hanging a cross or placing a Bible in a prominent spot to remind us of our beliefs.

Themen

• temple
• architecture
• worship
• decoration
• Solomon
• religion

Verwandte Verse

• 1 Kings 6:29
• 1 Kings 7:29
• Ezekiel 40:12
• Revelation 3:12
• 1 Corinthians 3:16

Häufige Fragen

Why were lilies used as decorations?

Lilies symbolize purity and beauty in many cultures. In this context, they were likely used to symbolize the beauty and purity of God's temple.

What is a cubit?

A cubit is an ancient unit of length, typically equal to the length of a man's forearm from the elbow to the tip of the middle finger, roughly 18 to 22 inches.

Where exactly were these pillars located?

The pillars were located in the porch of the temple, which was the entrance area leading into the main part of the temple.

What other decorations were there in the temple?

The temple had various decorations, including carved cherubim, palm trees, and flowers, as described in other parts of 1 Kings.