1 Kings 6:18
1 Kings 6:18 in Multiple Translations
The cedar paneling inside the temple was carved with gourds and open flowers. Everything was cedar; not a stone could be seen.
And the cedar of the house within was carved with knops and open flowers: all was cedar; there was no stone seen.
And there was cedar on the house within, carved with knops and open flowers: all was cedar; there was no stone seen.
(All the inside of the house was cedar-wood, ornamented with designs of buds and flowers; no stonework was to be seen inside.)
The cedar panels inside the Temple were decorated with carvings of gourds and open flowers. Everything was lined with cedar—none of the stone was visible.
And the cedar of the house within was carued with knops, and grauen with floures: all was cedar, so that no stone was seene.
And the cedar for the house within [is] carvings of knobs and openings of flowers; the whole [is] cedar, there is not a stone seen.
There was cedar on the house within, carved with buds and open flowers. All was cedar. No stone was visible.
And the cedar of the house within was carved with knobs and open flowers: all was cedar; there was no stone seen.
And all the house was covered within with cedar, having the turnings, and the joints thereof artfully wrought and carvings projecting out: all was covered with boards of cedar: and no stone could be seen in the wall at all.
The cedar boards on the walls inside the temple were decorated with carvings of gourds and flowers. The walls were completely covered with cedar boards, with the result that the stones of the walls behind them could not be seen.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Kings 6:18
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1 Kings 6:18 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
וְ/אֶ֤רֶז
אֶל
הַ/בַּ֨יִת֙
פְּנִ֔ימָה
מִקְלַ֣עַת
פְּקָעִ֔ים
וּ/פְטוּרֵ֖י
צִצִּ֑ים
הַ/כֹּ֣ל
אֶ֔רֶז
אֵ֥ין
אֶ֖בֶן
נִרְאָֽה
וְ/אֶ֤רֶז
ʼerez
H730
cedar
Conj | N-ms
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
הַ/בַּ֨יִת֙
bayith
H1004
place
Art | N-ms
פְּנִ֔ימָה
pᵉnîymâh
H6441
within
Adv
מִקְלַ֣עַת
miqlaʻath
H4734
engraving
N-fs
פְּקָעִ֔ים
peqaʻ
H6497
gourd
N-mp
וּ/פְטוּרֵ֖י
pâṭûwr
H6358
to open
Conj | V-Qal-Inf-c
צִצִּ֑ים
tsîyts
H6731
flower
N-mp
הַ/כֹּ֣ל
kôl
H3605
all
Art | N-ms
אֶ֔רֶז
ʼerez
H730
cedar
N-ms
אֵ֥ין
ʼayin
H369
nothing
Part
אֶ֖בֶן
ʼeben
H68
stone
N-fs
נִרְאָֽה
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
V-Niphal-Inf-c
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 6:18
וְ/אֶ֤רֶז
ʼerez
H730
"cedar"
Conj | N-ms
A cedar tree, known for its strength and durability, like the cedar wood used to build Solomon's temple in 1 Kings 5-6. The cedar tree was highly valued in ancient times for its timber and wood.
Definition: 1) cedar 1a) cedar tree 1b) cedar timber, cedar wood (in building) 1c) cedar wood (in purifications)
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: cedar (tree). See also: Leviticus 14:4; 1 Chronicles 22:4; Psalms 29:5.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
הַ/בַּ֨יִת֙
bayith
H1004
"place"
Art | N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
פְּנִ֔ימָה
pᵉnîymâh
H6441
"within"
Adv
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means inside or within something, like a house or a room. It is used to describe a location or direction, such as in 1 Kings 6:23. It refers to being faceward or inward.
Definition: toward the inside, within, faceward
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: (with-) in(-ner part, -ward). See also: Leviticus 10:18; 2 Chronicles 3:4; Psalms 45:14.
מִקְלַ֣עַת
miqlaʻath
H4734
"engraving"
N-fs
An engraving or carving is a decorative sculpture, possibly in bas-relief, as described in the Bible, such as the carvings in Solomon's temple. It is a work of art created by skilled craftsmen.
Definition: carving
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: carved (figure), carving, graving. See also: 1 Kings 6:18; 1 Kings 6:32; 1 Kings 7:31.
פְּקָעִ֔ים
peqaʻ
H6497
"gourd"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word refers to a type of decorative knob or ornament, often carved from wood or metal. It was used in the design of the tabernacle and other furnishings. The word is also translated as gourd in some contexts.
Definition: knob-shaped or ball-shaped or gourd-shaped carved wood or metal ornament
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: knop. See also: 1 Kings 6:18; 1 Kings 7:24.
וּ/פְטוּרֵ֖י
pâṭûwr
H6358
"to open"
Conj | V-Qal-Inf-c
In the Bible, this word means to open or bloom, like a flower bud, as seen in Song of Solomon 7:12-13. It can also mean to dismiss or set free, as in the story of the Israelites in Exodus.
Definition: 1) opened 1a) (Qal) dismissed 1b) (Hiphil) shoot out
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: open. See also: 1 Kings 6:18; 1 Kings 6:32; 1 Kings 6:35.
צִצִּ֑ים
tsîyts
H6731
"flower"
N-mp
This word can mean a feather, wing, or flower, often describing something bright or gleaming. It is used to describe the beauty of nature, like blossoms or flowers.
Definition: 1) flower, bloom 1a) flower, bloom 1b) shining thing (of gold plate on high priest's mitre) (metaph.) Also means: tsi.tsah (צִיצָה "flower" H6733)
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: blossom, flower, plate, wing. See also: Exodus 28:36; 1 Kings 6:35; Psalms 103:15.
הַ/כֹּ֣ל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Art | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
אֶ֔רֶז
ʼerez
H730
"cedar"
N-ms
A cedar tree, known for its strength and durability, like the cedar wood used to build Solomon's temple in 1 Kings 5-6. The cedar tree was highly valued in ancient times for its timber and wood.
Definition: 1) cedar 1a) cedar tree 1b) cedar timber, cedar wood (in building) 1c) cedar wood (in purifications)
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: cedar (tree). See also: Leviticus 14:4; 1 Chronicles 22:4; Psalms 29:5.
אֵ֥ין
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.
אֶ֖בֶן
ʼeben
H68
"stone"
N-fs
In the Bible, this word refers to a stone, which could be a rock, a weight, or even a precious gem. It is used to describe a variety of objects, from building materials to hailstones. The KJV translates it as stone or weight.
Definition: : weight 1) stone (large or small) 1a) common stone (in natural state) 1b) stone, as material 1b1) of tablets 1b2) marble, hewn stones 1c) precious stones, stones of fire 1d) stones containing metal (ore), tool for work or weapon 1e) weight 1f) plummet (stones of destruction) also made of metal 1g) stonelike objects, eg hailstones, stony heart, ice 1h) sacred object, as memorial Samuel set up to mark where God helped Israel to defeat the Philistines 1i) (simile) 1i1) sinking in water, motionlessness 1i2) strength, firmness, solidity 1i3) commonness 1j) (metaph) 1j1) petrified with terror 1j2) perverse, hard heart
Usage: Occurs in 239 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] carbuncle, [phrase] mason, [phrase] plummet, (chalk-, hail-, head-, sling-) stone(-ny), (divers) weight(-s). See also: Genesis 2:12; 1 Samuel 6:15; Psalms 91:12.
נִרְאָֽה
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
V-Niphal-Inf-c
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
Study Notes — 1 Kings 6:18
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- 1 Kings 6:18 Summary
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- Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 6:18
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 6:18
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:18
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:18
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 6:18
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 6:18
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:18
Context — The Temple’s Interior
16He partitioned off the twenty cubits at the rear of the temple with cedar boards from floor to ceiling to form within the temple an inner sanctuary, the Most Holy Place.
17And the main hall in front of this room was forty cubits long.
18The cedar paneling inside the temple was carved with gourds and open flowers. Everything was cedar; not a stone could be seen.
19Solomon also prepared the inner sanctuary within the temple to set the ark of the covenant of the LORD there. 20The inner sanctuary was twenty cubits long, twenty cubits wide, and twenty cubits high. He overlaid the inside with pure gold, and he also overlaid the altar of cedar.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Kings 7:24 | Below the rim, ornamental buds encircled it, ten per cubit all the way around the Sea, cast in two rows as a part of the Sea. |
1 Kings 6:18 Summary
The verse 1 Kings 6:18 describes the beautiful cedar paneling inside the temple, which was carved with intricate designs of gourds and open flowers. This attention to detail and beauty represents the richness and splendor of God's presence, as seen in other Bible verses like Psalm 96:6. Just as the temple was a special place for the Israelites to worship and connect with God, we can create our own sacred spaces for worship and reflection, whether in our homes or in our hearts, as encouraged in Matthew 18:20 and Acts 2:46. By doing so, we can cultivate a sense of reverence and awe for our amazing God, who is worthy of our praise and adoration, as expressed in Revelation 4:11.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the cedar paneling in 1 Kings 6:18?
The cedar paneling represents the beauty and splendor of God's temple, as cedar was a valuable and fragrant wood in biblical times, symbolizing the richness of God's presence, as seen in 2 Chronicles 2:8 and Psalm 92:12-14.
Why were gourds and open flowers carved into the cedar paneling?
The carvings of gourds and open flowers may symbolize the fruitfulness and abundance of God's creation, as described in Genesis 1:11-12 and Psalm 104:14-17, and add to the overall aesthetic beauty of the temple.
What does it mean that 'not a stone could be seen' in 1 Kings 6:18?
This phrase emphasizes that the entire interior of the temple was covered in cedar paneling, creating a seamless and unified appearance, much like the unity and cohesion of the body of Christ, as described in 1 Corinthians 12:12-13.
How does the description of the temple's interior in 1 Kings 6:18 relate to our worship today?
The attention to detail and beauty in the temple's design serves as a reminder of the importance of reverence and awe in our worship, as encouraged in Psalm 96:9 and Hebrews 12:28-29.
Reflection Questions
- What does the beauty and craftsmanship of the temple's interior say about God's character and our response to Him?
- How can I cultivate a sense of reverence and awe in my personal worship, just as the Israelites did in the temple?
- In what ways can I use my talents and skills to create something beautiful for God, just as the craftsmen did in building the temple?
- What are some ways that the unity and cohesion of the temple's design can be reflected in my relationships with other believers?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 6:18
And the cedar of the house within,.... With which the inside of the place was lined: [was] carved with knops; of an oval form; so the Targum says, they had the appearance of eggs; and Ben Gersom
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 6:18
And the cedar of the house within was carved with knops and open flowers: all was cedar; there was no stone seen. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:18
All was cedar, i.e. all the house was covered with cedar. Quest. How was this true, when it was covered with fir, ? Answ. 1. It was done with cedar and fir; of which See Poole "". 2. It may be said to be all cedar, because the greatest part was so, universal particles being oft so used. 3. Cedar is here named, not to exclude all other wood, but stone only, as the following words show. 4. Or, all was of cedar; that is, all the carving was of cedar.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:18
1 Kings 6:18 And the cedar of the house within [was] carved with knops and open flowers: all [was] cedar; there was no stone seen.Ver. 18. Carved with knops and open flowers.] To show the multifarious flourishing graces that are in Christ and Christians. For in this piece of Scripture, by a specialty, we may say with Possevine, Tot esse sacramenta quot literas, tot mysteria quot puncta, tot arcana quot apices; there are so many words, so many mysteries. Biblioth. Select.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 6:18
18. And the cedar of the house within] Better more literally, with R.V. ‘And there was cedar upon the house within.’ He is now describing the wainscot of the holy place. carved with knops] There is a feminine form of the word here rendered ‘knops,’ which in 2 Kings 4:39 is used of ‘wild gourds.’ Hence ‘gourds’ is put on the margin of A.V. and R.V. The ornaments were in relief, and were perhaps somewhat of that shape. The Targum describes them as ‘egg-shaped.’ The Vat. LXX. (not Alex.) omits the verse altogether.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 6:18
Knops and open flowers - Rather, “gourds and opening flower-buds.” Imitations of the vegetable world are among the earliest of architectural ornaments. They abound in the architecture of Egypt and Persia.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:18
18. Carved with knops — Or, gourds, as in margin, and as the kindred word is rendered in 2 Kings 4:39. The carving was an artificial imitation of wild gourds or cucumbers. Open flowers — Flowers in full bloom.