1 Kings 5:18
1 Kings 5:18 in Multiple Translations
So Solomon’s and Hiram’s builders, along with the Gebalites, quarried the stone and prepared the timber and stone for the construction of the temple.
And Solomon’s builders and Hiram’s builders did hew them, and the stonesquarers: so they prepared timber and stones to build the house.
And Solomon’s builders and Hiram’s builders and the Gebalites did fashion them, and prepared the timber and the stones to build the house.
Solomon's builders and Hiram's builders did the work of cutting them, and put edges on them, and got the wood and the stone ready for the building of the house.
So Solomon's and Hiram's builders, together with the Gebalites, cut the stone. They prepared the timber and stone to build the Temple.
And Salomons workemen, and the workemen of Hiram, and the masons hewed and prepared timber and stones for the buylding of the house.
and the builders of Solomon, and the builders of Hiram, and the Giblites hew, and prepare the wood and the stones to build the house.
Solomon’s builders and Hiram’s builders and the Gebalites cut them, and prepared the timber and the stones to build the house.
And Solomon's builders, and Hiram's builders did hew them , and the stone-squarers: so they prepared timber and stones to build the house.
And the masons of Solomon, and the masons of Hiram hewed them: and the Giblians prepared timber and stones to build the house.
Solomon’s workers and Hiram’s workers and men from Gebal/Byblos city shaped the stones and prepared the timber to build the temple.
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1 Kings 5:18 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וְ/עַתָּ֕ה
הֵנִ֨יחַ
יְהוָ֧ה
אֱלֹהַ֛/י
לִ֖/י
מִ/סָּבִ֑יב
אֵ֣ין
שָׂטָ֔ן
וְ/אֵ֖ין
פֶּ֥גַע
רָֽע
וְ/עַתָּ֕ה
ʻattâh
H6258
now
Conj | Adv
הֵנִ֨יחַ
nûwach
H5117
to rest
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
יְהוָ֧ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
אֱלֹהַ֛/י
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp | Suff
לִ֖/י
Prep | Suff
מִ/סָּבִ֑יב
çâbîyb
H5439
around
Prep | N-cs
אֵ֣ין
ʼayin
H369
nothing
Part
שָׂטָ֔ן
sâṭân
H7854
Satan
N-ms
וְ/אֵ֖ין
ʼayin
H369
nothing
Conj | Part
פֶּ֥גַע
pegaʻ
H6294
chance
N-ms
רָֽע
raʻ
H7451
bad
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 5:18
וְ/עַתָּ֕ה
ʻattâh
H6258
"now"
Conj | Adv
This word means now or at this time, like in Exodus when God says now is the time to act. It can also be used to connect ideas or show a change in time, as seen in the book of Isaiah.
Definition: 1) now 1a) now 1b) in phrases
Usage: Occurs in 422 OT verses. KJV: henceforth, now, straightway, this time, whereas. See also: Genesis 3:22; Joshua 24:23; 2 Samuel 24:13.
הֵנִ֨יחַ
nûwach
H5117
"to rest"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
To rest means to settle down and remain in one place, and can be used literally or figuratively. This verb appears in many parts of the Bible, including Exodus 20:11 and Matthew 11:28.
Definition: 1) to rest 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rest, settle down and remain 1a2) to repose, have rest, be quiet 1b) (Hiph) 1b1) to cause to rest, give rest to, make quiet 1b2) to cause to rest, cause to alight, set down 1b3) to lay or set down, deposit, let lie, place 1b4) to let remain, leave 1b5) to leave, depart from 1b6) to abandon 1b7) to permit 1c) (Hoph) 1c1) to obtain rest, be granted rest 1c2) to be left, be placed 1c3) open space (subst) Also means: ya.nach (יָנַח "to rest" H3240)
Usage: Occurs in 67 OT verses. KJV: cease, be confederate, lay, let down, (be) quiet, remain, (cause to, be at, give, have, make to) rest, set down. Compare H3241 (יָנִים). See also: Genesis 8:4; Nehemiah 9:28; Psalms 125:3.
יְהוָ֧ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
אֱלֹהַ֛/י
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
N-mp | Suff
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
לִ֖/י
""
Prep | Suff
מִ/סָּבִ֑יב
çâbîyb
H5439
"around"
Prep | N-cs
This word describes something that surrounds or encompasses, like a circle or neighborhood, and can also mean around or about, as in on every side. It is used to describe physical locations and proximity. The KJV translates it as about or circuit.
Definition: : around/border subst 1) places round about, circuit, round about adv 2) in a circuit, a circuit, round about prep 3) in the circuit, from every side
Usage: Occurs in 282 OT verses. KJV: (place, round) about, circuit, compass, on every side. See also: Genesis 23:17; 1 Kings 7:24; Psalms 3:7.
אֵ֣ין
ʼayin
H369
"nothing"
Part
This word means nothing or not, often used to indicate the absence of something, as in Genesis 1:2 where the earth was without form. It emphasizes the idea of something lacking or non-existent.
Definition: 1) nothing, not, nought n 1a) nothing, nought neg 1b) not 1c) to have not (of possession) adv 1d) without w/prep 1e) for lack of
Usage: Occurs in 686 OT verses. KJV: else, except, fail, (father-) less, be gone, in(-curable), neither, never, no (where), none, nor, (any, thing), not, nothing, to nought, past, un(-searchable), well-nigh, without. Compare H370 (אַיִן). See also: Genesis 2:5; Deuteronomy 14:27; 1 Kings 15:22.
שָׂטָ֔ן
sâṭân
H7854
"Satan"
N-ms
Satan is the arch-enemy of good, an opponent who withstands God and humanity. This name is used in the Bible to describe the devil or a personal adversary, often in books like Job and 1 Peter.
Definition: This name means adversary, one who withstands 1a) adversary (in general-personal or national) 2) superhuman adversary 2a) Satan (as noun pr)
Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: adversary, Satan, withstand. See also: Numbers 22:22; Job 1:8; Psalms 109:6.
וְ/אֵ֖ין
ʼayin
H369
"nothing"
Conj | Part
This word means nothing or not, often used to indicate the absence of something, as in Genesis 1:2 where the earth was without form. It emphasizes the idea of something lacking or non-existent.
Definition: 1) nothing, not, nought n 1a) nothing, nought neg 1b) not 1c) to have not (of possession) adv 1d) without w/prep 1e) for lack of
Usage: Occurs in 686 OT verses. KJV: else, except, fail, (father-) less, be gone, in(-curable), neither, never, no (where), none, nor, (any, thing), not, nothing, to nought, past, un(-searchable), well-nigh, without. Compare H370 (אַיִן). See also: Genesis 2:5; Deuteronomy 14:27; 1 Kings 15:22.
פֶּ֥גַע
pegaʻ
H6294
"chance"
N-ms
A chance event or occurrence, like the unexpected meeting between Joseph and his brothers in Genesis 42-45. It refers to something that happens without being planned.
Definition: occurrence, happening, chance
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: chance, occurent. See also: 1 Kings 5:18; Ecclesiastes 9:11.
רָֽע
raʻ
H7451
"bad"
Adj
Ra means bad or evil, referring to moral or natural harm. It describes adversity, affliction, or distress, and is often used to convey a sense of misery or injury.
Definition: : harmful adj 1) bad, evil 1a) bad, disagreeable, malignant 1b) bad, unpleasant, evil (giving pain, unhappiness, misery) 1c) evil, displeasing 1d) bad (of its kind-land, water, etc) 1e) bad (of value) 1f) worse than, worst (comparison) 1g) sad, unhappy 1h) evil (hurtful) 1i) bad, unkind (vicious in disposition) 1j) bad, evil, wicked (ethically) 1j1) in general, of persons, of thoughts 1j2) deeds, actions
Usage: Occurs in 623 OT verses. KJV: adversity, affliction, bad, calamity, [phrase] displease(-ure), distress, evil((-favouredness), man, thing), [phrase] exceedingly, [idiom] great, grief(-vous), harm, heavy, hurt(-ful), ill (favoured), [phrase] mark, mischief(-vous), misery, naught(-ty), noisome, [phrase] not please, sad(-ly), sore, sorrow, trouble, vex, wicked(-ly, -ness, one), worse(-st), wretchedness, wrong. (Incl. feminine raaah; as adjective or noun.). See also: Genesis 2:9; Judges 9:57; 2 Kings 21:6.
Study Notes — 1 Kings 5:18
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- Context
- Cross References
- 1 Kings 5:18 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 5:18
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 5:18
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 5:18
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 5:18
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 5:18
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Kings 5:18
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 5:18
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 5:18
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 5:18
Context — Solomon’s Labor Force
16not including his 3,300 foremen who supervised the workers.
17And the king commanded them to quarry large, costly stones to lay the foundation of the temple with dressed stones.
18So Solomon’s and Hiram’s builders, along with the Gebalites, quarried the stone and prepared the timber and stone for the construction of the temple.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joshua 13:5 | the land of the Gebalites; and all Lebanon to the east, from Baal-gad below Mount Hermon to Lebo-hamath. |
| 2 | Ezekiel 27:9 | The elders of Gebal were aboard as shipwrights, repairing your leaks. All the ships of the sea and their sailors came alongside to barter for your merchandise. |
| 3 | Psalms 83:7 | of Gebal, Ammon, and Amalek, of Philistia with the people of Tyre. |
1 Kings 5:18 Summary
This verse tells us about the people who helped build the temple, including Solomon's and Hiram's builders, and the Gebalites. They worked together to prepare the stones and timber needed for the construction, just like how we need to work together with others to build God's kingdom (as seen in Psalm 127:1). The temple was a special place where God's people could worship and connect with Him, and its construction required careful planning and attention to detail, much like our own spiritual journeys (as described in 1 Corinthians 3:10-15). By working together and preparing the right 'materials', we can build a strong foundation for our faith and our relationship with God.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the role of the Gebalites in the construction of the temple?
The Gebalites were skilled workers who assisted Solomon's and Hiram's builders in quarrying stone and preparing timber and stone for the temple construction, as seen in 1 Kings 5:18 and also in Ezekiel 27:9 where they are mentioned as skilled shipbuilders.
Why was it necessary to quarry large, costly stones for the temple foundation?
The king commanded them to quarry large, costly stones to lay the foundation of the temple with dressed stones, as stated in 1 Kings 5:17, to ensure a strong and durable base for the temple, similar to the instructions given in Exodus 25:8-9 for the construction of the tabernacle.
How did the collaboration between Solomon and Hiram contribute to the temple's construction?
The collaboration between Solomon and Hiram, as seen in 1 Kings 5:18, allowed for the sharing of resources and expertise, facilitating the construction of the temple, and demonstrating the importance of cooperation and mutual respect, as emphasized in Psalm 133:1.
What can we learn from the preparation and planning that went into the temple's construction?
The preparation and planning that went into the temple's construction, as described in 1 Kings 5:16-18, teach us the importance of diligence, attention to detail, and seeking guidance from others, as encouraged in Proverbs 24:3-4 and Proverbs 15:22.
Reflection Questions
- What role do I play in the 'construction' of God's kingdom, and how can I work together with others to achieve this goal?
- How can I apply the principles of preparation and planning, as seen in the temple's construction, to my own life and spiritual journey?
- What are some 'costly stones' that I need to lay as a foundation for my own spiritual growth, and how can I ensure that they are 'dressed' and ready for use?
- In what ways can I demonstrate cooperation and mutual respect with others, just as Solomon and Hiram did, to achieve a common goal?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 5:18
And Solomon's builders and Hiram's builders did hew [them],.... The stones; for it seems Solomon had not only hewers of wood, but of stone, from Hiram: and the stonesquarers; or rather the Giblites,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 5:18
And Solomon's builders and Hiram's builders did hew them, and the stonesquarers: so they prepared timber and stones to build the house. And the stone-squarers.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 5:18
The stone-squarers, Heb. the Gibites; the inhabitants of Gebel, a place near Zidon, named , famous for artificers and architects, . These are here mentioned apart, as distinct from the rest of Hiram’ s builders, as the most eminent of them.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 5:18
1 Kings 5:18 And Solomon’ s builders and Hiram’ s builders did hew [them], and the stonesquarers: so they prepared timber and stones to build the house. Ver. 18. And Hiram’ s builders did hew them.] In Lebanon was the temple framed; in Zion set up: neither hammer nor axe was heard in that holy structure. There was nothing but noise in Lebanon; nothing in Zion, but silence and peace. Whatever tumults are abroad, it is fit - saith a right reverend writer here - there should be all quietness and concord in the Church. And the stone squarers.] Or Giblites, who were heathens, neighbours to the Sidonians, worshippers of Adonis, saith Strabo, yet used about the holy temple. Ye may likewise make use of human learning in ecclesiastical exercises, but not for ostentation; for that is to make a calf of the treasure gotten out of Egypt. Dr Hall.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 5:18
(18) The stone-squarers.—This rendering is a curious gloss on the proper name, “Giblites” (see margin)—the inhabitants of Gebal (mentioned in Ezekiel 27:9 in connection with Tyre, and probably in Psalms 83:7), a city on the coast of Phœnicia—simply because the context shows that they were clever in stone-squaring. As they are distinguished from Hiram’s builders, it is possible that they were serfs under them, like the Canaanites under Solomon’s builders.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 1 Kings 5:18
Verse 18. And the stone-squarers] Instead of stone-squarers the margin very properly reads Giblites, הגבלים haggiblim; and refers to Ezekiel 27:9, where we find the inhabitants of Gebal celebrated for their knowledge in ship-building. Some suppose that these Giblites were the inhabitants of Biblos, at the foot of Mount Libanus, northward of Sidon, on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea; famous for its wines; and now called Gaeta. Both Ptolemy and Stephanus Byzantinus speak of a town called Gebala, to the east of Tyre: but this was different from Gebal, or Biblos. It seems more natural to understand this of a people than of stone-squarers, though most of the versions have adopted this idea which we follow in the text.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 5:18
18. and the stonesquarers] The text of A.V. is due to the Targum, which translates by ‘masons’. But the margin of A. V. suggests that the word is not a common but a proper noun and gives ‘Giblites’ as in Ezekiel 27:9. This is certainly a much more natural combination, than to class along with the men of Solomon and the men of Hiram, the stone squarers as of a different order. In Ezekiel the men of Gebal are spoken of as skilled in caulking ships, and they were not improbably able handicraftsmen in other branches. Josephus gives us no help. He speaks merely of ‘workmen whom Hiram sent.’ But the Vulgate reads ‘Giblii’ as a proper name and in many MSS. Biblii or Byblii. In the Vatican LXX. the verse is left out, but the Alexandrine gives καὶοἱΒίβλιοι. Now Gebal was a Ph�nician city not far from the sea coast, to the north of Berytus (Beyrout).
The Greeks called it Byblos, but the name is found also spelt Βίβλος (Zosim. i. 58; Ezekiel 27:9. LXX.). Thus the LXX. supports the proper name, which, to keep clear that it means the people of Gebal, we ought to write ‘the Gebalites.’ This has been adopted by R.V.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 5:18
The stone-squarers - The Gebalites (see the margin), the inhabitants of Gebal, a Phoenician city between Beyrout and Tripolis, which the Greeks called Byblus, and which is now known as Jebeil.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 5:18
18. The stonesquarers — Rather, as in the margin, the Giblites, whose city, Gebal, lay on the seacoast, and whose land lay in the vicinity of Lebanon. See on Joshua 13:5.