2 Chronicles 4:18
2 Chronicles 4:18 in Multiple Translations
Solomon made all these articles in such great abundance that the weight of the bronze could not be determined.
Thus Solomon made all these vessels in great abundance: for the weight of the brass could not be found out.
Thus Solomon made all these vessels in great abundance: for the weight of the brass could not be found out.
So Solomon made all these vessels, a very great store of them, and the weight of the brass used was not measured.
Solomon made so many of these things that the weight of the bronze used could not be measured.
And Salomon made al these vessels in great abundance: for the weight of brasse could not be rekoned.
And Solomon maketh all these vessels in great abundance, that the weight of the brass hath not been searched out.
Thus Solomon made all these vessels in great abundance, so that the weight of the bronze could not be determined.
Thus Solomon made all these vessels in great abundance: for the weight of the brass could not be ascertained.
And the multitude of vessels was innumerable, so that the weight of the brass was not known.
All of those things that Solomon told them to make used a very large amount of bronze; no one tried to weigh it all.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Chronicles 4:18
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2 Chronicles 4:18 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
וַ/יַּ֧עַשׂ
שְׁלֹמֹ֛ה
כָּל
הַ/כֵּלִ֥ים
הָ/אֵ֖לֶּה
לָ/רֹ֣ב
מְאֹ֑ד
כִּ֛י
לֹ֥א
נֶחְקַ֖ר
מִשְׁקַ֥ל
הַ/נְּחֹֽשֶׁת
וַ/יַּ֧עַשׂ
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
שְׁלֹמֹ֛ה
Shᵉlômôh
H8010
Solomon
N-proper
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
הַ/כֵּלִ֥ים
kᵉlîy
H3627
article/utensil
Art | N-mp
הָ/אֵ֖לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
these
Art | Pron
לָ/רֹ֣ב
rôb
H7230
abundance
Prep | N-cs
מְאֹ֑ד
mᵉʼôd
H3966
much
Adv
כִּ֛י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
נֶחְקַ֖ר
châqar
H2713
to search
V-Niphal-Perf-3ms
מִשְׁקַ֥ל
mishqâl
H4948
weight
N-ms
הַ/נְּחֹֽשֶׁת
nᵉchôsheth
H5178
bronze
Art | N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 4:18
וַ/יַּ֧עַשׂ
ʻâsâh
H6213
"to make"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.
Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made
Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.
שְׁלֹמֹ֛ה
Shᵉlômôh
H8010
"Solomon"
N-proper
Shelomoh, or Solomon, was a king of Judah and successor of his father David, first mentioned in 2 Samuel 5:14 and known for his wisdom.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.5.14; son of: David (H1732) and Bathsheba (H1339); brother of: Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727) and Nathan (H5416); half-brother of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Absalom (H0053), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Ibhar (H2984), Elishua (H0474), Nepheg (H5298H), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N); married to daughter_of_Pharaoh (H6547P) and Naamah (H5279A); father of: Taphath (H2955), Basemath (H1315) and Rehoboam (H7346); also called Jedidiah at 2Sa.12.25; § Solomon = "peace" son of David by Bathsheba and 3rd king of Israel; author of Proverbs and Song of Songs
Usage: Occurs in 263 OT verses. KJV: Solomon. See also: 2 Samuel 5:14; 1 Kings 9:25; 2 Chronicles 7:8.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
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.
הַ/כֵּלִ֥ים
kᵉlîy
H3627
"article/utensil"
Art | N-mp
This Hebrew word refers to any object or tool, like a utensil or a piece of furniture. It is used to describe a wide range of items, from musical instruments to weapons. It emphasizes the object's purpose or function.
Definition: 1) article, vessel, implement, utensil 1a) article, object (general) 1b) utensil, implement, apparatus, vessel 1b1) implement (of hunting or war) 1b2) implement (of music) 1b3) implement, tool (of labour) 1b4) equipment, yoke (of oxen) 1b5) utensils, furniture 1c) vessel, receptacle (general) 1d) vessels (boats) of paper-reed
Usage: Occurs in 276 OT verses. KJV: armour(-bearer), artillery, bag, carriage, [phrase] furnish, furniture, instrument, jewel, that is made of, [idiom] one from another, that which pertaineth, pot, [phrase] psaltery, sack, stuff, thing, tool, vessel, ware, weapon, [phrase] whatsoever. See also: Genesis 24:53; 1 Samuel 14:13; Ezra 8:26.
הָ/אֵ֖לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
"these"
Art | Pron
This Hebrew word is used to point out specific people or things, like saying 'these' or 'those'. It appears in the book of Genesis, where God says 'let there be light' and separates the light from the darkness.
Definition: 1) these 1a) used before antecedent 1b) used following antecedent Aramaic equivalent: el.leh (אֵלֶּה "these" H0429)
Usage: Occurs in 697 OT verses. KJV: an-(the) other; one sort, so, some, such, them, these (same), they, this, those, thus, which, who(-m). See also: Genesis 2:4; Exodus 35:1; Deuteronomy 1:35.
לָ/רֹ֣ב
rôb
H7230
"abundance"
Prep | N-cs
Describes abundance or greatness in the Bible, used to talk about God's power and creation in Psalms and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) multitude, abundance, greatness 1a) multitude 1a1) abundance, abundantly 1a2) numerous 1b) greatness
Usage: Occurs in 145 OT verses. KJV: abundance(-antly), all, [idiom] common (sort), excellent, great(-ly, -ness, number), huge, be increased, long, many, more in number, most, much, multitude, plenty(-ifully), [idiom] very (age). See also: Genesis 16:10; Job 32:7; Psalms 5:8.
מְאֹ֑ד
mᵉʼôd
H3966
"much"
Adv
Meod means 'much' or 'very' and is used to emphasize something. It can mean 'exceedingly' or 'greatly' and is often used to show strong feelings or actions.
Definition: adv 1) exceedingly, much subst 2) might, force, abundance n m 3) muchness, force, abundance, exceedingly 3a) force, might 3b) exceedingly, greatly, very (idioms showing magnitude or degree) 3b1) exceedingly 3b2) up to abundance, to a great degree, exceedingly 3b3) with muchness, muchness
Usage: Occurs in 278 OT verses. KJV: diligently, especially, exceeding(-ly), far, fast, good, great(-ly), [idiom] louder and louder, might(-ily, -y), (so) much, quickly, (so) sore, utterly, very ([phrase] much, sore), well. See also: Genesis 1:31; 1 Samuel 11:6; Psalms 6:4.
כִּ֛י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
נֶחְקַ֖ר
châqar
H2713
"to search"
V-Niphal-Perf-3ms
This verb means to search or examine something closely, like trying to find out the truth. It is used in the Bible to describe seeking out knowledge or wisdom, and is often translated as search or seek out.
Definition: 1) to search, search for, search out, examine, investigate 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to search (for) 1a2) to search through, explore 1a3) to examine thoroughly 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be searched out, be found out, be ascertained, be examined 1c) (Piel) to search out, seek out
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: find out, (make) search (out), seek (out), sound, try. See also: Deuteronomy 13:15; Psalms 44:22; Psalms 139:1.
מִשְׁקַ֥ל
mishqâl
H4948
"weight"
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.
הַ/נְּחֹֽשֶׁת
nᵉchôsheth
H5178
"bronze"
Art | N-fs
This Hebrew word refers to copper or something made of it, like a coin or chain. It can also symbolize something base or impure, as in lust or filthiness. It appears in various KJV translations, including brasen and brass.
Definition: 1) copper, bronze 1a) copper (ore), bronze (as copper alloy) 1b) fetters (of copper or bronze) 1c) copper (as value)
Usage: Occurs in 119 OT verses. KJV: brasen, brass, chain, copper, fetter (of brass), filthiness, steel. See also: Genesis 4:22; 1 Kings 7:38; Psalms 107:16.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 4:18
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Context — Completion of the Bronze Works
16and the pots, shovels, meat forks, and all the other articles. All these objects that Huram-abi made for King Solomon for the house of the LORD were of polished bronze.
17The king had them cast in clay molds in the plain of the Jordan between Succoth and Zeredah.
18Solomon made all these articles in such great abundance that the weight of the bronze could not be determined.
19Solomon also made all the furnishings for the house of God: the golden altar; the tables on which was placed the Bread of the Presence; 20the lampstands of pure gold and their lamps, to burn in front of the inner sanctuary as prescribed;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Kings 7:47 | Solomon left all these articles unweighed, because there were so many. The weight of the bronze could not be determined. |
| 2 | Jeremiah 52:20 | As for the two pillars, the Sea, the twelve bronze bulls under it, and the movable stands that King Solomon had made for the house of the LORD, the weight of the bronze from all these articles was beyond measure. |
| 3 | 1 Chronicles 22:14 | Now behold, I have taken great pains to provide for the house of the LORD—100,000 talents of gold, 1,000,000 talents of silver, and bronze and iron too great to be weighed. I have also provided timber and stone, and you may add to them. |
| 4 | 1 Chronicles 22:3 | David provided a large quantity of iron to make the nails for the doors of the gateways and for the fittings, together with more bronze than could be weighed |
2 Chronicles 4:18 Summary
This verse tells us that Solomon made so many bronze articles for the temple that it was impossible to weigh them all. This shows us that God provided Solomon with an abundance of resources to build the temple, just like He provides for us today (Matthew 6:33). Solomon's example teaches us to trust in God's provision and to use the resources we have to serve Him. By doing so, we can experience the same kind of abundance and blessing that Solomon did, as promised in Psalm 37:3-4.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that the weight of the bronze could not be determined?
This phrase suggests that Solomon made so many bronze articles for the temple that it was impossible to calculate their total weight, highlighting the vast abundance of resources God provided for the project, as seen in 2 Chronicles 1:15 where God gave Solomon great wealth.
Why did Solomon make so many bronze articles?
Solomon made these articles to furnish the temple and prepare it for worship, as commanded by God in Exodus 25:9 and Exodus 35:4-19, demonstrating his obedience and commitment to God's instructions.
What can we learn from Solomon's abundance of resources?
Solomon's abundance of resources teaches us that when we obey God and follow His plans, He can provide us with more than we need, as seen in Malachi 3:10, where God promises to pour out blessings if we bring our tithes to the storehouse.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the Bible?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of God's covenant with the Israelites and the establishment of the temple, which is a symbol of God's presence among His people, as seen in 1 Kings 8:13 and Psalm 132:13-14.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I feel like I have an abundance of resources, and how can I use them to serve God?
- How can I, like Solomon, demonstrate obedience to God's instructions in my own life and trust in His provision?
- What are some ways I can use my own resources, whether physical or spiritual, to prepare a 'temple' for God's presence in my life, as described in 1 Corinthians 3:16-17?
- In what ways can I, like Solomon, show gratitude for the abundance God has provided in my life, as seen in Psalm 100:4-5?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 4:18
[See comments on 2 Chronicles 3:1].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 4:18
To wit, the two pillars, and the pommels, and the chapiters which were on the top of the two pillars, and the two wreaths to cover the two pommels of the chapiters which were on the top of the
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 4:18
(18) Thus Solomon made all these vessels in great abundance.—1 Kings 7:47, And Solomon left all the vessels (unweighed) from very great abundance. Our text may be due to a copyist, whose eye wandered to the beginning of the next verse; but it is possible that the chronicler missed the significance of the verb used in Kings, and therefore substituted an easier term. The further changes—“unto great abundance,” “for the weight,” &c.—suggest this account of the matter. Could not be found out.—Was not ascertained.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 4:18
18. Thus Solomon made all these vessels in great abundance] In 1 Kings 7:47, And Solomon left all the vessels unweighed, because they were exceeding many.
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 4:18
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The Weight Could Not Be Found Out. by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the beauty of unmeasured generosity in serving God, illustrating that true devotion transcends the need for accounting what we give. He draws parallels betwee |
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David - Which Shall Fufill All My Will by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of God's presence in our lives. Without His presence, everything else is meaningless. The preacher reminds us that Jesus prom |