1 Kings 6:32
1 Kings 6:32 in Multiple Translations
The 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.
The two doors also were of olive tree; and he carved upon them carvings of cherubims and palm trees and open flowers, and overlaid them with gold, and spread gold upon the cherubims, and upon the palm trees.
So he made two doors of olive-wood; and he carved upon them carvings of cherubim and palm-trees and open flowers, and overlaid them with gold; and he spread the gold upon the cherubim, and upon the palm-trees.
On the olive-wood doors were cut designs of winged ones and palm-trees and open flowers, all of them, with the doors, plated with gold.
These olive wood double doors had carved into them designs of cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers. The cherubim and palm trees carvings were covered with beaten gold.
The two doores also were of oliue tree, and he graued them with grauing of Cherubims and palme trees, and grauen floures, and couered them with golde, and layed thin golde vpon the Cherubims and vpon the palme trees.
And the two doors [are] of the oil-tree, and he hath carved upon them carvings of cherubs, and palm-trees, and openings of flowers, and overlaid with gold, and he causeth the gold to go down on the cherubs and on the palm-trees.
So he made two doors of olive wood; and he carved on them carvings of cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers, and overlaid them with gold. He spread the gold on the cherubim and on the palm trees.
The two doors also were of olive tree; and he carved upon them carvings of cherubim, and palm trees, and open flowers, and overlaid them with gold, and spread gold upon the cherubim, and upon the palm trees.
And two doors of olive tree: and he carved upon them figures of cherubims, and figures of palm trees, and carvings very much projecting: and he overlaid them with gold: and he covered both the cherubims and the palm trees, and the other things with gold.
The doors were decorated by carving on them representations of winged creatures, palm trees, and flowers. All of these things were covered with very thin sheets of gold.
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1 Kings 6:32 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/שְׁתֵּי֮
דַּלְת֣וֹת
עֲצֵי
שֶׁמֶן֒
וְ/קָלַ֣ע
עֲ֠לֵי/הֶם
מִקְלְע֨וֹת
כְּרוּבִ֧ים
וְ/תִמֹר֛וֹת
וּ/פְטוּרֵ֥י
צִצִּ֖ים
וְ/צִפָּ֣ה
זָהָ֑ב
וַ/יָּ֛רֶד
עַל
הַ/כְּרוּבִ֥ים
וְ/עַל
הַ/תִּֽמֹר֖וֹת
אֶת
הַ/זָּהָֽב
וּ/שְׁתֵּי֮
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Conj | Adj
דַּלְת֣וֹת
deleth
H1817
door
N-fp
עֲצֵי
ʻêts
H6086
tree
N-mp
שֶׁמֶן֒
shemen
H8081
oil
N-ms
וְ/קָלַ֣ע
qâlaʻ
H7049
to sling
Conj | V-Qal-Perf-3ms
עֲ֠לֵי/הֶם
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep | Suff
מִקְלְע֨וֹת
miqlaʻath
H4734
engraving
N-fp
כְּרוּבִ֧ים
kᵉrûwb
H3742
cherub
N-mp
וְ/תִמֹר֛וֹת
timmôr
H8561
palm
Conj | N-fp
וּ/פְטוּרֵ֥י
pâṭûwr
H6358
to open
Conj | V-Qal-Inf-c
צִצִּ֖ים
tsîyts
H6731
flower
N-mp
וְ/צִפָּ֣ה
tsâphâh
H6823
to overlay
Conj | V-Piel-Perf-3ms
זָהָ֑ב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
N-ms
וַ/יָּ֛רֶד
râdad
H7286
to subdue
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
הַ/כְּרוּבִ֥ים
kᵉrûwb
H3742
cherub
Art | N-mp
וְ/עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Conj | Prep
הַ/תִּֽמֹר֖וֹת
timmôr
H8561
palm
Art | N-fp
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הַ/זָּהָֽב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 6:32
וּ/שְׁתֵּי֮
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Conj | Adj
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
דַּלְת֣וֹת
deleth
H1817
"door"
N-fp
A door is something that swings, like the valve of a door or gate. In the Bible, doors can represent entrance or access, as seen in Psalm 141:3 where David asks God to set a door on his lips.
Definition: door (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: door (two-leaved), gate, leaf, lid. (Psalm 141:3). See also: Genesis 19:6; 2 Chronicles 28:24; Psalms 78:23.
עֲצֵי
ʻêts
H6086
"tree"
N-mp
This Hebrew word for tree or wood refers to a strong and firm object, like a tree or a wooden plank, as seen in the carpentry work of Jesus' earthly father Joseph in Matthew 13:55.
Definition: : wood 1) tree, wood, timber, stock, plank, stalk, stick, gallows 1a) tree, trees 1b) wood, pieces of wood, gallows, firewood, cedar-wood, woody flax
Usage: Occurs in 289 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] carpenter, gallows, helve, [phrase] pine, plank, staff, stalk, stick, stock, timber, tree, wood. See also: Genesis 1:11; Joshua 9:23; Psalms 1:3.
שֶׁמֶן֒
shemen
H8081
"oil"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for oil, often referring to olive oil, which was highly valued in ancient times. It symbolizes richness, anointing, and healing, and is used in various biblical contexts, including rituals and medicinal practices.
Definition: 1) fat, oil 1a) fat, fatness 1b) oil, olive oil 1b1) as staple, medicament or unguent 1b2) for anointing 1c) fat (of fruitful land, valleys) (metaph)
Usage: Occurs in 176 OT verses. KJV: anointing, [idiom] fat (things), [idiom] fruitful, oil(-ed), ointment, olive, [phrase] pine. See also: Genesis 28:18; Deuteronomy 8:8; Psalms 23:5.
וְ/קָלַ֣ע
qâlaʻ
H7049
"to sling"
Conj | V-Qal-Perf-3ms
To carve or sling, like a circular motion, is what this Hebrew word means, used in the Bible to describe skilled craftsmanship or a warrior's throw.
Definition: 1) to sling, hurl forth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to sling 1a2) slinger (participle) 1b) (Piel) to sling
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: carve, sling (out). See also: Judges 20:16; 1 Kings 6:29; Jeremiah 10:18.
עֲ֠לֵי/הֶם
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
מִקְלְע֨וֹת
miqlaʻath
H4734
"engraving"
N-fp
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.
כְּרוּבִ֧ים
kᵉrûwb
H3742
"cherub"
N-mp
A cherub is an angelic being in the Bible, often depicted as guarding important places like Eden or God's throne. They're also shown as images on the Ark of the Covenant. The KJV translates this word as cherub or cherubims.
Definition: 1) cherub, cherubim (pl) 1a) an angelic being 1a1) as guardians of Eden 1a2) as flanking God's throne 1a3) as an image form hovering over the Ark of the Covenant 1a4) as the chariot of Jehovah (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 66 OT verses. KJV: cherub, (plural) cherubims. See also: Genesis 3:24; 2 Chronicles 3:10; Psalms 18:11.
וְ/תִמֹר֛וֹת
timmôr
H8561
"palm"
Conj | N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to a palm tree or a decorative column shaped like a palm, often used in architecture. It symbolizes peace and victory, as seen in the tabernacle's design. Exodus describes palm trees in the wilderness.
Definition: palm tree figure (as ornament)
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: palm tree. See also: 1 Kings 6:29; Ezekiel 40:31; Ezekiel 41:26.
וּ/פְטוּרֵ֥י
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.
צִצִּ֖ים
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.
וְ/צִפָּ֣ה
tsâphâh
H6823
"to overlay"
Conj | 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.
וַ/יָּ֛רֶד
râdad
H7286
"to subdue"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to subdue or conquer someone or something. It can also mean to spread out or overlay something.
Definition: 1) to beat down, beat out, subdue 1a) (Qal) to beat down (fig) 1b) (Hiphil) to beat out
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: spend, spread, subdue. See also: Judges 19:11; Psalms 144:2; Isaiah 45:1.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
הַ/כְּרוּבִ֥ים
kᵉrûwb
H3742
"cherub"
Art | N-mp
A cherub is an angelic being in the Bible, often depicted as guarding important places like Eden or God's throne. They're also shown as images on the Ark of the Covenant. The KJV translates this word as cherub or cherubims.
Definition: 1) cherub, cherubim (pl) 1a) an angelic being 1a1) as guardians of Eden 1a2) as flanking God's throne 1a3) as an image form hovering over the Ark of the Covenant 1a4) as the chariot of Jehovah (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 66 OT verses. KJV: cherub, (plural) cherubims. See also: Genesis 3:24; 2 Chronicles 3:10; Psalms 18:11.
וְ/עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
הַ/תִּֽמֹר֖וֹת
timmôr
H8561
"palm"
Art | N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to a palm tree or a decorative column shaped like a palm, often used in architecture. It symbolizes peace and victory, as seen in the tabernacle's design. Exodus describes palm trees in the wilderness.
Definition: palm tree figure (as ornament)
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: palm tree. See also: 1 Kings 6:29; Ezekiel 40:31; Ezekiel 41:26.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
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.
הַ/זָּהָֽב
zâhâb
H2091
"gold"
Art | 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.
Study Notes — 1 Kings 6:32
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 6:32
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 6:32
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:32
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:32
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 6:32
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 6:32
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:32
Context — The Doors
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.
33In the same way he made four-sided doorposts of olive wood for the sanctuary entrance. 34The two doors were made of cypress wood, and each had two folding panels.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Kings 6:18 | The cedar paneling inside the temple was carved with gourds and open flowers. Everything was cedar; not a stone could be seen. |
| 2 | 1 Kings 6:29 | Then 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. |
1 Kings 6:32 Summary
The double doors of the temple were made of olive wood and beautifully carved with cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers, then overlaid with hammered gold. This represents the beauty and wonder of God's creation, as seen in Genesis 1:1-31, and the value of God's presence among His people. Just as the temple was built to be a place of worship and glory to God, we can use our talents and skills to create something that honors and glorifies Him, as seen in Psalm 96:9. By doing so, we reflect the excellence and beauty of God's character, as described in Psalm 29:1-2.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the olive wood used for the double doors in 1 Kings 6:32?
The use of olive wood for the double doors symbolizes peace and prosperity, as seen in Genesis 8:11 where the dove returns with an olive leaf after the flood, indicating God's promise of peace and new life. This choice of material may also represent the richness and abundance of God's creation.
Why did Solomon carve cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers into the doors?
The carvings of cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers on the doors may represent the Garden of Eden, as described in Genesis 2:8-14, and the presence of God among His people, as seen in Ezekiel 28:13-14. These carvings also signify the beauty and wonder of God's creation.
What is the meaning of overlaying the cherubim and palm trees with hammered gold?
The overlay of hammered gold on the cherubim and palm trees symbolizes the value and preciousness of God's presence and the richness of His glory, as seen in Exodus 25:11-13 where the Ark of the Covenant is overlaid with gold. This act may also represent the radiance and splendor of God's majesty.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of the temple's construction?
This verse highlights the attention to detail and the splendor of the temple's construction, as seen in 1 Kings 6:1-38, demonstrating Solomon's commitment to building a house worthy of God's presence, as commanded in 1 Chronicles 28:11-19.
Reflection Questions
- What does the beauty and craftsmanship of the double doors reveal about God's character and our worship?
- How can we, like Solomon, use our talents and skills to create something that honors and glorifies God?
- What does the combination of olive wood, cherubim, palm trees, and gold overlay teach us about the relationship between nature, art, and spirituality?
- In what ways can we apply the principles of excellence and attention to detail seen in the construction of the temple to our own lives and service to God?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 6:32
The two doors also [were of] olive tree,.... The two leaves of the door, as before observed, repeated for the sake of the ornament of them, as follows: and he carved upon them carvings of cherubims,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 6:32
The two doors also were of olive tree; and he carved upon them carvings of cherubims and palm trees and open flowers, and overlaid them with gold, and spread gold upon the cherubims, and upon the palm trees.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:32
1 Kings 6:32 The two doors also [were of] olive tree; and he carved upon them carvings of cherubims and palm trees and open flowers, and overlaid [them] with gold, and spread gold upon the cherubims, and upon the palm trees.Ver. 32. Carvings of cherubims.] But far less than those two forementioned, though of a like signification. And palm trees and open flowers] Showing the variety of virtues which shine in the faithful.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:32
(32) The two doors.—Those into the Holy place from the porch, of cypress wood, were naturally made larger. The posts were a fourth of the wall. Hence, according as the wall is taken to be 20 cubits square, or 30 cubits high by 20 wide, the height would be 5 cubits (7½ feet), or 7½ cubits (11¼ feet). The width is not given; possibly it is taken to be the same as that of the other doors. As these doors would be much heavier, and more frequently opened and shut, each leaf was made to fold again upon itself.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 6:32
32. The two doors also were] As there is nothing to make the noun here definite, it is better to understand the verb ‘he made.’ Render ‘so he made two doors of olive-wood.’ and spread gold] Better, and made necessary by the text, ‘and he spread the gold.’ Here a different process is described. The walls and floors were covered with flat plates of gold nailed on (see 2 Chronicles 3:9), but to cover the carved work the gold must be beaten to fit. The verb employed here gives the idea of pressure exerted to force the metal into the needful shapes.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 6:32
The two doors - i. e., two leaves which met in the middle, as in the Assyrian gate-ways generally.
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:32
32. The two doors — The doors of the oracle seem to have been merely a double door, the two parts closing towards each other, and therefore not so complicated as the outer door of the temple. 1 Kings 6:34.