1 Kings 6:30
1 Kings 6:30 in Multiple Translations
And he overlaid the temple floor with gold in both the inner and outer sanctuaries.
And the floor of the house he overlaid with gold, within and without.
And the floor of the house he overlaid with gold, within and without.
And the floor of the house was covered with gold, inside and out.
He also had the floor of the Temple covered with gold, both the inner and outer sanctuaries.
And the floore of the house hee couered with golde within and without.
And the floor of the house he hath overlaid with gold, within and without;
He overlaid the floor of the house with gold, inside and outside.
And the floor of the house he overlaid with gold, within and without.
And the floor of the house he also overlaid with gold within and without.
They also covered the floor of both rooms with very thin sheets of gold.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Kings 6:30
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1 Kings 6:30 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אֶת
קַרְקַ֥ע
הַ/בַּ֖יִת
צִפָּ֣ה
זָהָ֑ב
לִ/פְנִ֖ימָה
וְ/לַ/חִיצֽוֹן
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
קַרְקַ֥ע
qarqaʻ
H7172
floor
N-ms
הַ/בַּ֖יִת
bayith
H1004
place
Art | N-ms
צִפָּ֣ה
tsâphâh
H6823
to overlay
V-Piel-Perf-3ms
זָהָ֑ב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
N-ms
לִ/פְנִ֖ימָה
pᵉnîymâh
H6441
within
Prep | Adv
וְ/לַ/חִיצֽוֹן
chîytsôwn
H2435
outer
Conj | Prep | Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 6:30
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
קַרְקַ֥ע
qarqaʻ
H7172
"floor"
N-ms
This word means the floor or bottom of something, like a building or the sea. It describes a flat surface, often made of pieces or tiles, and is used in the Bible to talk about the foundation of things.
Definition: floor, bottom
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: bottom, ([idiom] one side of the) floor. See also: Numbers 5:17; 1 Kings 6:30; Amos 9:3.
הַ/בַּ֖יִת
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.
צִפָּ֣ה
tsâphâh
H6823
"to overlay"
V-Piel-Perf-3ms
Tsaphah can also mean to overlay or cover something, often with metal. It involves laying something over another material, like plating or coating.
Definition: 1) to lay out, lay over, overlay, cover 1a) (Piel) to overlay, plate, stud 1b) (Pual) to be laid over
Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: cover, overlay. See also: Exodus 25:11; Exodus 38:2; Proverbs 26:23.
זָהָ֑ב
zâhâb
H2091
"gold"
N-ms
Gold is a valuable metal, also used to describe something yellow or brilliant, like oil or a clear sky. It is often mentioned in the Bible as a precious resource.
Definition: 1) gold 1a) as precious metal 1b) as a measure of weight 1c) of brilliance, splendour (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: de.hav (דְּהַב "gold" H1722)
Usage: Occurs in 336 OT verses. KJV: gold(-en), fair weather. See also: Genesis 2:11; Numbers 7:26; 1 Chronicles 28:17.
לִ/פְנִ֖ימָה
pᵉnîymâh
H6441
"within"
Prep | 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.
וְ/לַ/חִיצֽוֹן
chîytsôwn
H2435
"outer"
Conj | Prep | Adj
This word means outer or external, describing something outside or secular. It is used in Ezekiel 40:5 to describe the outer wall of a building.
Definition: outer, external, outward
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: outer, outward, utter, without. See also: 1 Kings 6:29; Ezekiel 40:37; Ezekiel 46:21.
Study Notes — 1 Kings 6:30
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Context — The Cherubim
28He also overlaid the cherubim with gold.
29Then 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.
30And he overlaid the temple floor with gold in both the inner and outer sanctuaries.
31For the entrance to the inner sanctuary, Solomon constructed doors of olive wood with five-sided doorposts. 32The 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.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Revelation 21:18–21 | The wall was made of jasper, and the city itself of pure gold, as pure as glass. The foundations of the city walls were adorned with every kind of precious stone: The first foundation was jasper, the second sapphire, the third chalcedony, the fourth emerald, the fifth sardonyx, the sixth carnelian, the seventh chrysolite, the eighth beryl, the ninth topaz, the tenth chrysoprase, the eleventh jacinth, and the twelfth amethyst. And the twelve gates were twelve pearls, with each gate consisting of a single pearl. The main street of the city was pure gold, as clear as glass. |
| 2 | Isaiah 60:17 | Instead of bronze I will bring you gold; I will bring silver in place of iron, bronze instead of wood, and iron instead of stones. I will appoint peace as your governor and righteousness as your ruler. |
| 3 | Isaiah 54:11–12 | “O afflicted city, lashed by storms, without solace, surely I will set your stones in antimony and lay your foundations with sapphires. I will make your pinnacles of rubies, your gates of sparkling jewels, and all your walls of precious stones. |
1 Kings 6:30 Summary
[This verse tells us that Solomon covered the floor of the temple with gold, making it a beautiful and special place to worship God. Just like the temple, our lives can be a sacred space where we honor God, as described in 1 Corinthians 3:16-17. By giving our best to God, we can make our worship and service to Him more meaningful and pleasing, just as Solomon did with the temple's construction. As we read in Psalm 96:9, we are to worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness, and our lives can reflect that beauty when we prioritize our relationship with God.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Solomon overlay the temple floor with gold?
Solomon overlaid the temple floor with gold to signify the value and importance of the temple as a place of worship, just as God instructed Moses to overlay the tabernacle with gold in Exodus 25:11-13. This act demonstrated Solomon's desire to honor God and create a beautiful and sacred space for worship.
What is the significance of the inner and outer sanctuaries in 1 Kings 6:30?
The inner and outer sanctuaries represented different levels of access to God's presence, with the inner sanctuary being the most sacred area where only the high priest could enter, as described in Leviticus 16:1-2. The overlay of gold on the floors of both areas emphasized the holiness of the entire temple.
How does the use of gold in the temple relate to our worship today?
The use of gold in the temple symbolizes the value and worth of our worship, reminding us to offer our best to God, just as Solomon did. As Paul writes in Romans 12:1, we are to offer our bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, which is our spiritual worship.
What can we learn from Solomon's attention to detail in the temple's construction?
Solomon's attention to detail, including the overlay of gold on the temple floor, teaches us the importance of careful planning and execution in our service to God, just as Jesus teaches in Matthew 25:14-30. Our work, whether in building a physical temple or serving in other ways, should reflect our love and devotion to God.
Reflection Questions
- As I consider the temple's golden floors, what areas of my life can I 'overlay with gold' to make them more sacred and pleasing to God?
- How can I, like Solomon, demonstrate my desire to honor God in the details of my daily life and worship?
- In what ways can I offer my 'best' to God, just as Solomon offered the best materials for the temple's construction?
- What are some ways I can create a 'sacred space' in my heart and life, set apart for worship and communion with God?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 6:30
And the floor of the house he overlaid with gold within and without.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 6:30
And five cubits was the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the other wing of the cherub: from the uttermost part of the one wing unto the uttermost part of the other were ten cubits. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:30
1 Kings 6:30 And the floor of the house he overlaid with gold, within and without.Ver. 30. And the floor he overlaid with gold.] The pavement of marble covered with fir, did set forth faith in the heart, and holiness in the life - the fir tree is straight and tall - and the gold upon all these, love.
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