2 Chronicles 3:9
2 Chronicles 3:9 in Multiple Translations
The weight of the nails was fifty shekels of gold. He also overlaid the upper area with gold.
And the weight of the nails was fifty shekels of gold. And he overlaid the upper chambers with gold.
And the weight of the nails was fifty shekels of gold. And he overlaid the upper chambers with gold.
And fifty shekels weight of gold was used for the nails. He had all the higher rooms plated with gold.
The weight of the nails was one shekel for every fifty shekels of gold.
And the weight of the nayles was fiftie shekels of golde, and hee ouerlayde the chambers with golde.
and the weight of the nails [is] fifty shekels of gold, and the upper chambers he hath covered with gold.
The weight of the nails was fifty shekels of gold. He overlaid the upper rooms with gold.
And the weight of the nails was fifty shekels of gold. And he overlaid the upper chambers with gold.
He made also nails of gold, and the weight of every nail was fifty sicles: the upper chambers also he overlaid with gold.
They used 1-1/4 pounds of gold to cover the heads of the nails. They also covered the walls of the upper rooms with sheets of gold.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Chronicles 3:9
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2 Chronicles 3:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/מִשְׁקָ֛ל
לְ/מִסְמְר֥וֹת
לִ/שְׁקָלִ֖ים
חֲמִשִּׁ֣ים
זָהָ֑ב
וְ/הָ/עֲלִיּ֖וֹת
חִפָּ֥ה
זָהָֽב
וּ/מִשְׁקָ֛ל
mishqâl
H4948
weight
Conj | N-ms
לְ/מִסְמְר֥וֹת
maçmêr
H4548
nail
Prep | N-cp
לִ/שְׁקָלִ֖ים
sheqel
H8255
shekel
Prep | N-mp
חֲמִשִּׁ֣ים
chămishshîym
H2572
fifty
Adj
זָהָ֑ב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
N-ms
וְ/הָ/עֲלִיּ֖וֹת
ʻălîyâh
H5944
upper room
Conj | Art | N-fp
חִפָּ֥ה
châphâh
H2645
to cover
V-Piel-Perf-3ms
זָהָֽב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 3:9
וּ/מִשְׁקָ֛ל
mishqâl
H4948
"weight"
Conj | N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means weight or heaviness, often referring to a full weight, like in trade or commerce, as seen in Genesis. It represents a standard unit of measurement.
Definition: heaviness, weight
Usage: Occurs in 42 OT verses. KJV: (full) weight. See also: Genesis 24:22; 1 Kings 7:47; Jeremiah 52:20.
לְ/מִסְמְר֥וֹת
maçmêr
H4548
"nail"
Prep | N-cp
This Hebrew word means a nail or peg, often used for building or hanging objects. It appears in the book of Exodus, describing the construction of the tabernacle. The word is also used in Ecclesiastes to describe a peg holding things together.
Definition: nail
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: nail. See also: 1 Chronicles 22:3; Isaiah 41:7; Jeremiah 10:4.
לִ/שְׁקָלִ֖ים
sheqel
H8255
"shekel"
Prep | N-mp
A shekel was a unit of weight or money in ancient Israel, like a coin or a measure of gold, silver, or copper. It was used for trade and commerce, as seen in the book of Exodus. The value varied depending on the material.
Definition: 1) shekel 1a) the chief unit of weight or measure 1a1) gold-1/10000 of a talent and equal to 220 grains 1a2) silver-1/3000 of a talent and equal to 132 grains 1a3) copper-1/1500 of a talent and equal to 528 grains Aramaic equivalent: te.qel (תְּקֵל "shekel" H8625B)
Usage: Occurs in 54 OT verses. KJV: shekel. See also: Genesis 23:15; Numbers 7:55; Jeremiah 32:9.
חֲמִשִּׁ֣ים
chămishshîym
H2572
"fifty"
Adj
This Hebrew word simply means the number fifty, used in various biblical contexts like measurements and quantities. It appears in Leviticus and Numbers.
Definition: 1) fifty 1a) fifty (cardinal number) 1b) a multiple of fifty (with other numbers) 1c) fiftieth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 141 OT verses. KJV: fifty. See also: Genesis 6:15; 1 Kings 7:2; Isaiah 3:3.
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.
וְ/הָ/עֲלִיּ֖וֹת
ʻălîyâh
H5944
"upper room"
Conj | Art | N-fp
This word refers to an upper room or a lofty place, like a stairway or a roof chamber. In 2 Kings 4:10, it describes a special room built for the prophet Elisha, showing hospitality to him. It can also symbolize a place of spiritual elevation.
Definition: roof-room, roof chamber
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: ascent, (upper) chamber, going up, loft, parlour. See also: Judges 3:20; 2 Kings 23:12; Psalms 104:3.
חִפָּ֥ה
châphâh
H2645
"to cover"
V-Piel-Perf-3ms
To cover something, like a roof or a secret, is what this word means in the original Hebrew. It appears in Exodus 26:14, describing the covering of the tabernacle. This concept is also seen in 1 Kings 7:3.
Definition: 1) to cover, overlay, wainscotted, covered with boards or panelling 1a) (Qal) to cover 1b)(Niphal) to be covered 1c) (Piel) to cover, overlay
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: ceil, cover, overlay. See also: 2 Samuel 15:30; Esther 6:12; Psalms 68:14.
זָהָֽב
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.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 3:9
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- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 3:9
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 3:9
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 3:9
- Sermons on 2 Chronicles 3:9
Context — The Temple’s Interior
7He overlaid its beams, thresholds, walls, and doors with gold, and he carved cherubim on the walls.
8Then he made the Most Holy Place; its length corresponded to the width of the temple—twenty cubits long and twenty cubits wide. And he overlaid the inside with six hundred talents of fine gold.
9The weight of the nails was fifty shekels of gold. He also overlaid the upper rooms with gold.
10In the Most Holy Place he made two cherubim of sculptured work, and he overlaid them with gold. 11The total wingspan of the cherubim was twenty cubits. One wing of the first cherub was five cubits long and touched the wall of the temple, and its other wing was five cubits long and touched the wing of the other cherub.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Chronicles 28:11 | Then David gave his son Solomon the plans for the portico of the temple, its buildings, storehouses, upper rooms, inner rooms, and the room for the mercy seat. |
2 Chronicles 3:9 Summary
This verse describes the incredible wealth and attention to detail that went into building King Solomon's temple. The gold nails and overlaid upper area show us how much God values beauty and excellence in our worship of Him. Just as the temple was a special place for God's presence, our lives can be a 'temple' for God's Spirit to dwell, as seen in 1 Corinthians 6:19-20. By giving our best to God, we can reflect His glory and beauty in our lives, just like the temple shone with gold and splendor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the gold nails in 2 Chronicles 3:9?
The gold nails represent the extravagant wealth and splendor of King Solomon's temple, as seen in 2 Chronicles 3:8 where six hundred talents of fine gold were used to overlay the inside of the Most Holy Place, and in 1 Kings 6:21 where gold was used to overlay the entire inner sanctuary.
Why did the temple require so much gold?
The use of gold in the temple was a symbol of God's presence and glory, as expressed in Exodus 25:11-13 where God instructed Moses to overlay the ark of the covenant with gold, and in Hebrews 9:4 which describes the golden articles within the tabernacle.
What is the 'upper area' that was overlaid with gold in 2 Chronicles 3:9?
The 'upper area' likely refers to the ceiling or upper parts of the temple, which were also overlaid with gold to create a unified and magnificent space, similar to the description in 1 Kings 6:15 where the floor of the temple was covered with gold.
How does the description of the temple's construction relate to our spiritual lives?
Just as the temple was built with precious materials and careful attention to detail, our spiritual lives should be built on a foundation of faith, obedience, and reverence for God, as taught in 1 Corinthians 3:16-17 and Ephesians 2:21-22.
Reflection Questions
- What does the extravagant use of gold in the temple reveal about God's character and our worship of Him?
- How can I apply the principle of using my best resources to honor God, just as the Israelites used their finest materials to build the temple?
- In what ways can I cultivate a sense of reverence and awe for God's presence in my life, just as the Israelites did through the construction of the temple?
- What are some areas of my life where I can 'overlay with gold' by giving my best efforts and resources to serve God?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 3:9
[See comments on 2 Chronicles 3:1].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 3:9
And the weight of the nails was fifty shekels of gold. And he overlaid the upper chambers with gold. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 3:9
Of the nails, i.e. of each of the nails or heads of those nails whereby the plates were fastened to the boards. The upper chambers; of which See Poole "".
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 3:9
2 Chronicles 3:9 And the weight of the nails [was] fifty shekels of gold. And he overlaid the upper chambers with gold.Ver. 9. And he overlaid the upper chambers.] These were, saith Diodate, certain principal rooms of the building of the porticoes, appointed for the holy ministers to make their meals in, like unto refectories; or else for places of meetings and counsel. See 1 Chronicles 28:11.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 3:9
(9) And the weight of the nails was fifty shekels of gold.—Literally, And a weight for nails for shekels—fifty in gold. The LXX. and Vulg. take this to mean that the weight of each nail was fifty shekels; and this is probably right, for fifty shekels as a total would be a trifling sum to record along with six hundred talents. The nails were used to fasten the golden plates to the wooden wainscoting of the edifice. Whatever may be thought of the apparently incredible quantities of gold and silver stated to have been amassed by David for the Temple (1 Chronicles 22:14; 1 Chronicles 29:4; 1 Chronicles 29:7), it is clear that no inconsiderable amount of the former metal would be required for the plating of the chambers as described in this chapter. And it is well known, from their own monuments, that the Babylonian sovereigns of a later age were in the habit of thus adorning the houses of their gods. Nebuchadnezzar, for instance, who restored the great temple of Borsippa, says: “E-zida, the strong house, in the midst thereof I caused to make, with silver, gold, alabaster, bronze . . . cedar I caused to adorn (or, completed) its sibir. The cedar of the roof (?) of the shrines of Nebo with gold I caused to clothe.” In another inscription we read: “The shrine of Nebo, which is amid E-Sagili, its threshold, its bolt, and its babnaku, with gold I caused to clothe.” And again: “The cedar roof of the oracle I caused to clothe with bright silver.” The Assyrian Esarhaddon, a century earlier, boasts that he built ten castles in Assyria and Accad, and “made them shine like day with silver and gold.” And he overlaid.—And the upper chambers he covered with gold. The chambers over the Holy of holies are mentioned in 1 Chronicles 28:11. The two statements of this verse are peculiar to the chronicle. The Syriac and Arabic omit the verse.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 3:9
Verse 9. The weight of the nails was fifty shekels] Bolts must be here intended, as it should be preposterous to suppose nails of nearly two pounds' weight. The supper chambers] Probably the ceiling is meant.
Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 3:9
The upper chambers - Compare 1 Chronicles 28:11. Their position is uncertain.
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 3:9
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Pattern in Building by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the pattern on which God builds the church. He explains that the New Testament provides a blueprint for the church, starting with the four Go |
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Spiritual House - Part 2 by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that the pattern of the church today is not found in rules or regulations, but in a living person, Jesus Christ. The New Testament, specifica |
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Divine Plans and Obedience by F.B. Hole | F.B. Hole emphasizes the importance of upholding divine order in the Church, even when faced with low spiritual power and worldly influences. He warns against the temptation to vie |