1 Kings 7:51 Study Bible: Thus all the work that Solomon performed in the house of the LORD was finished. Solomon brought in the things which David his father had dedicated, the silver, and the gold, and the vessels, and put them in the treasuries of the house of the LORD.

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So all the work that King Solomon had performed for the house of the LORD was completed. Then Solomon brought in the items his father David had dedicated--the silver, the gold, and the furnishings--and he placed them in the treasuries of the house of the LORD.

Study Bible

So all the work that King Solomon had performed for the house of the LORD was completed.
This phrase marks the culmination of a significant period in Israel's history, the completion of the Temple in Jerusalem. Solomon's Temple, also known as the First Temple, was a monumental project that took seven years to complete (1 Kings 6:38). It was a fulfillment of God's promise to David that his son would build a house for the Lord (2 Samuel 7:12-13). The completion signifies not only a physical structure but also a spiritual center for Israel, where God's presence would dwell among His people. The Temple's completion is a testament to Solomon's wisdom and leadership, as well as God's faithfulness to His covenant with David.

Then Solomon brought in the items his father David had dedicated—
David, Solomon's father, had amassed a significant amount of wealth and materials for the Temple, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 22:14. David's dedication of these items reflects his deep devotion to God and his desire to honor Him, even though he was not permitted to build the Temple himself (1 Chronicles 28:2-3). This act of bringing in the dedicated items symbolizes the continuation of David's legacy and the fulfillment of his vision through Solomon. It also highlights the importance of generational faithfulness and the passing down of spiritual heritage.

the silver, the gold, and the furnishings—
The mention of silver, gold, and furnishings underscores the opulence and grandeur of the Temple. These materials were not only valuable but also symbolically significant, representing purity, divinity, and the glory of God. The use of precious metals and elaborate furnishings was intended to reflect the majesty and holiness of God, as seen in the detailed descriptions of the Tabernacle in Exodus. The Temple's wealth also served as a testament to Israel's prosperity and God's blessing upon the nation during Solomon's reign.

and he placed them in the treasuries of the house of the LORD.
The treasuries of the Temple were storerooms designated for the safekeeping of valuable items and offerings. By placing the dedicated items in the treasuries, Solomon was ensuring that they were preserved and used for the service and worship of God. This act of stewardship reflects the biblical principle of dedicating one's resources to God's purposes. The treasuries also served a practical function, supporting the Temple's operations and the needs of the priests and Levites. This phrase highlights the importance of wise management of resources in the service of God and His people.

Persons / Places / Events

1. King Solomon
The son of King David, known for his wisdom and for building the temple in Jerusalem.

2. David
Solomon's father, the former king of Israel, who had gathered materials for the temple.

3. The House of the LORD
Refers to the temple in Jerusalem, a central place of worship for the Israelites.

4. The Treasuries of the House of the LORD
Storage areas within the temple where valuable items were kept.

5. Completion of the Temple
The event marking the end of the construction of the temple, a significant milestone in Israel's history.

Teaching Points

Faithfulness in Preparation
David's dedication of materials for the temple shows the importance of preparing for future generations. We should consider how our actions today can impact the faith of those who come after us.

Completion of God's Work
Solomon's completion of the temple reminds us of the importance of finishing the tasks God has given us. We should strive to complete our God-given missions with diligence and dedication.

Dedication to God
The act of placing valuable items in the temple's treasuries symbolizes dedicating our best to God. We should evaluate what we are dedicating to God in our own lives—our time, talents, and resources.

Legacy of Faith
The transition from David to Solomon in building the temple illustrates the legacy of faith. We should consider what spiritual legacy we are leaving for others.

Stewardship of Resources
The use of silver and gold in the temple teaches us about the stewardship of resources. We should manage our resources wisely and use them for God's glory.

Bible Study Questions

1. How does the preparation and dedication of materials by David reflect on the importance of planning for future spiritual endeavors?

2. In what ways can we ensure that we complete the tasks God has entrusted to us, as Solomon completed the temple?

3. What are some practical ways we can dedicate our "treasures" to God in our daily lives?

4. How can we build a legacy of faith that impacts future generations, similar to the transition from David to Solomon?

5. What lessons can we learn about stewardship from the way resources were used in the construction and furnishing of the temple?

Connections to Other Scriptures

1 Chronicles 22
Describes David's preparations for the temple, highlighting his dedication and foresight.

2 Chronicles 5
Provides a parallel account of the temple's completion and the dedication of the items.

Exodus 25-31
Details the instructions for the tabernacle, which served as a precursor to the temple.

Matthew 6:19-21
Jesus teaches about storing treasures in heaven, which can be related to the dedication of treasures to God's service.

Sermons

Snuffers

J. Reid Howatt.

People

Boaz, David, Hiram, Huram, Jachin, Naphtali, Pharaoh, Solomon

Places

Hall of Judgment, Hall of Pillars, Hall of the Throne, House of the Forest of Lebanon, Jordan River, Most Holy Place, Succoth, Tyre, Zarethan

Topics

Bringeth, Complete, David, Dedicated, Ended, Finished, Furnishings, Gold, Holy, Lord's, Performed, Placed, Sanctified, Silver, Solomon, Stored, Store-houses, Temple, Thus, Treasures, Treasuries, Utensils, Vessels, Worked, Wrought

Dictionary of Bible Themes

1 Kings 7:51

     4363   silver
     5558   storing
     8223   dedication

1 Kings 7:48-51

4333 gold

Library

Gadara
There was a double Gadara. One at the shore of the Mediterranean sea: that was first called Gezer, 1 Kings 9:15. In Josephus, "Simon destroyed the city Gazara, and Joppe, and Jamnia."--And in the Book of the Maccabees, "And he fortified Joppe, which is on the sea, and Gazara, which is on the borders of Azotus." At length, according to the idiom of the Syrian dialect, Zain passed into Daleth; and instead of Gazara, it was called Gadara. Hence Strabo, after the mention of Jamnia, saith, "and there …
John Lightfoot—From the Talmud and Hebraica

Hiram, the Inspired Artificer
BY REV. W. J. TOWNSEND, D.D. The Temple of Solomon was the crown of art in the old world. There were temples on a larger scale, and of more massive construction, but the enormous masses of masonry of the oldest nations were not comparable with the artistic grace, the luxurious adornments, and the harmonious proportions of this glorious House of God. David had laid up money and material for the great work, but he was not permitted to carry it out. He was a man of war, and blood-stained hands were …
George Milligan—Men of the Bible; Some Lesser-Known

Whether any Preparation and Disposition for Grace is Required on Man's Part?
Objection 1: It would seem that no preparation or disposition for grace is required on man's part, since, as the Apostle says (Rom. 4:4), "To him that worketh, the reward is not reckoned according to grace, but according to debt." Now a man's preparation by free-will can only be through some operation. Hence it would do away with the notion of grace. Objection 2: Further, whoever is going on sinning, is not preparing himself to have grace. But to some who are going on sinning grace is given, as is …
Saint Thomas Aquinas—Summa Theologica

A Discourse of the House and Forest of Lebanon
OF THE HOUSE OF THE FOREST OF LEBANON. ADVERTISEMENT BY THE EDITOR. That part of Palestine in which the celebrated mountains of Lebanon are situated, is the border country adjoining Syria, having Sidon for its seaport, and Land, nearly adjoining the city of Damascus, on the north. This metropolitan city of Syria, and capital of the kingdom of Damascus, was strongly fortified; and during the border conflicts it served as a cover to the Assyrian army. Bunyan, with great reason, supposes that, to keep …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3

Adam and Zaretan, Joshua 3
I suspect a double error in some maps, while they place these two towns in Perea; much more, while they place them at so little a distance. We do not deny, indeed, that the city Adam was in Perea; but Zaretan was not so. Of Adam is mention, Joshua 3:16; where discourse is had of the cutting-off, or cutting in two, the waters of Jordan, that they might afford a passage to Israel; The waters rose up upon a heap afar off in Adam. For the textual reading "In Adam," the marginal hath "From Adam." You …
John Lightfoot—From the Talmud and Hebraica

That the Ruler Should be a Near Neighbour to Every one in Compassion, and Exalted Above all in Contemplation.
The ruler should be a near neighbour to every one in sympathy, and exalted above all in contemplation, so that through the bowels of loving-kindness he may transfer the infirmities of others to himself, and by loftiness of speculation transcend even himself in his aspiration after the invisible; lest either in seeking high things he despise the weak things of his neighbours, or in suiting himself to the weak things of his neighbours he relinquish his aspiration after high things. For hence it is …
Leo the Great—Writings of Leo the Great

Kings
The book[1] of Kings is strikingly unlike any modern historical narrative. Its comparative brevity, its curious perspective, and-with some brilliant exceptions--its relative monotony, are obvious to the most cursory perusal, and to understand these things is, in large measure, to understand the book. It covers a period of no less than four centuries. Beginning with the death of David and the accession of Solomon (1 Kings i., ii.) it traverses his reign with considerable fulness (1 Kings iii.-xi.), …
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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