Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Twelve lions stood on the six steps, one at either end of each step. Nothing like it had ever been made for any other kingdom. New Living Translation There were also twelve other lions, one standing on each end of the six steps. No other throne in all the world could be compared with it! English Standard Version while twelve lions stood there, one on each end of a step on the six steps. The like of it was never made in any kingdom. Berean Standard Bible Twelve lions stood on the six steps, one at either end of each step. Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom. King James Bible And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps: there was not the like made in any kingdom. New King James Version Twelve lions stood there, one on each side of the six steps; nothing like this had been made for any other kingdom. New American Standard Bible Twelve lions were standing there on the six steps on the one side and on the other; nothing like it was made for any other kingdom. NASB 1995 Twelve lions were standing there on the six steps on the one side and on the other; nothing like it was made for any other kingdom. NASB 1977 And twelve lions were standing there on the six steps on the one side and on the other; nothing like it was made for any other kingdom. Legacy Standard Bible Twelve lions were also standing there on the six steps on the one side and on the other; nothing like it was made for all the other kingdoms. Amplified Bible Twelve lions stood there, one on either end of each of the six steps; there was nothing like it made for any other kingdom. Christian Standard Bible Twelve lions were standing there on the six steps, one at each end. Nothing like it had ever been made in any other kingdom. Holman Christian Standard Bible Twelve lions were standing there on the six steps, one at each end. Nothing like it had ever been made in any other kingdom. American Standard Version And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps: there was not the like made in any kingdom. English Revised Version And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps: there was not the like made in any kingdom. GOD'S WORD® Translation Twelve lions stood on six steps, one on each side. Nothing like this had been made for any other kingdom. International Standard Version Twelve lions were placed on both sides of the six steps leading to the throne, and nothing comparable was made for any other kingdoms. NET Bible There were twelve statues of lions on the six steps, one lion at each end of each step. There was nothing like it in any other kingdom. New Heart English Bible Twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other on the six steps: there was nothing like it made in any kingdom. Webster's Bible Translation And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps: there was not the like made in any kingdom. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleTwelve lions stood on the six steps, one at either end of each step. Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom. World English Bible Twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other on the six steps. Nothing like it was made in any kingdom. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand twelve lions are standing there on the six steps, on this [side] and on that; it has not been made so for any kingdom. Young's Literal Translation and twelve lions are standing there on the six steps, on this side and on that; it hath not been made so for any kingdom. Smith's Literal Translation And twelve lions standing there upon the six steps, hence and thence: there was not made thus to all the kingdoms. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd twelve little lions stood upon the six steps on the one side and on the other: there was no such work made in any kingdom. Catholic Public Domain Version with twelve little lions standing upon the six steps, on one side and the other. No similar work has been made, ever in any kingdom. New American Bible and twelve other lions standing there on the steps, two to a step, one on either side of each step. Nothing like this was made in any other kingdom. New Revised Standard Version while twelve lions were standing, one on each end of a step on the six steps. Nothing like it was ever made in any kingdom. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps; there was not the like in any kingdom. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And twelve lions stood on the side of six steps on either side; there was nothing made in this way among all kingdoms. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps; there was not the like made in any kingdom. Brenton Septuagint Translation and twelve lions standing there on the six steps on either side: it was not so done in any other kingdom. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Solomon's Wealth and Splendor…19The throne had six steps, and its back had a rounded top. There were armrests on both sides of the seat, with a lion standing beside each armrest. 20Twelve lions stood on the six steps, one at either end of each step. Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom. 21All King Solomon’s drinking cups were gold, and all the utensils of the House of the Forest of Lebanon were pure gold. There was no silver, because it was accounted as nothing in the days of Solomon.… Cross References 2 Chronicles 9:19 Twelve lions stood on the six steps, one at either end of each step. Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom. 1 Kings 4:24-25 For Solomon had dominion over everything west of the Euphrates—over all the kingdoms from Tiphsah to Gaza—and he had peace on all sides. / Throughout the days of Solomon, Judah and Israel dwelt securely from Dan to Beersheba, each man under his own vine and his own fig tree. 1 Kings 7:29-30 and on the panels between the uprights were lions, oxen, and cherubim. On the uprights was a pedestal above, and below the lions and oxen were wreaths of beveled work. / Each stand had four bronze wheels with bronze axles and a basin resting on four supports, with wreaths at each side. 1 Kings 7:36 He engraved cherubim, lions, and palm trees on the surfaces of the supports and panels, wherever each had space, with wreaths all around. 1 Kings 9:17-19 So Solomon rebuilt Gezer, Lower Beth-horon, / Baalath, and Tamar in the Wilderness of Judah, / as well as all the store cities that Solomon had for his chariots and horses—whatever he desired to build in Jerusalem, Lebanon, and throughout the land of his dominion. 2 Chronicles 9:17-18 Additionally, the king made a great throne of ivory and overlaid it with pure gold. / The throne had six steps, and a footstool of gold was attached to it. There were armrests on both sides of the seat, with a lion standing beside each armrest. 2 Chronicles 1:15 The king made silver and gold as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills. 2 Chronicles 9:22-24 So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. / All the kings of the earth sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart. / Year after year, each visitor would bring his tribute: articles of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, horses, and mules. 1 Kings 10:18-19 Additionally, the king made a great throne of ivory and overlaid it with pure gold. / The throne had six steps, and its back had a rounded top. There were armrests on both sides of the seat, with a lion standing beside each armrest. 1 Kings 10:21 All King Solomon’s drinking cups were gold, and all the utensils of the House of the Forest of Lebanon were pure gold. There was no silver, because it was accounted as nothing in the days of Solomon. 1 Kings 10:23-25 So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. / The whole world sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart. / Year after year, each visitor would bring his tribute: articles of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, horses, and mules. 2 Chronicles 9:20 All King Solomon’s drinking cups were gold, and all the utensils of the House of the Forest of Lebanon were pure gold. There was no silver, because it was accounted as nothing in the days of Solomon. 2 Chronicles 9:27 The king made silver as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills. Matthew 6:29 Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his glory was adorned like one of these. Luke 12:27 Consider how the lilies grow: They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you, not even Solomon in all his glory was adorned like one of these. Treasury of Scripture And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other on the six steps: there was not the like made in any kingdom. lions Genesis 49:9 Judah is a lion's whelp: from the prey, my son, thou art gone up: he stooped down, he couched as a lion, and as an old lion; who shall rouse him up? Numbers 23:24 Behold, the people shall rise up as a great lion, and lift up himself as a young lion: he shall not lie down until he eat of the prey, and drink the blood of the slain. Numbers 24:9 He couched, he lay down as a lion, and as a great lion: who shall stir him up? Blessed is he that blesseth thee, and cursed is he that curseth thee. the like made [heb] so made Jump to Previous Either End Kingdom Lions Placed Side Six Standing Step Steps Stood TwelveJump to Next Either End Kingdom Lions Placed Side Six Standing Step Steps Stood Twelve1 Kings 10 1. The queen of Sheba admires the wisdom of Solomon14. Solomon's gold 16. His targets 18. The throne of ivory 21. His vessels 24. His presents 26. his chariots and horse 28. his tribute Twelve lions stood on the six steps The number twelve often symbolizes completeness or the tribes of Israel, suggesting a representation of the entire nation. Lions are symbols of strength, majesty, and royalty, reflecting the power and authority of King Solomon's reign. The presence of lions on the steps leading to the throne signifies the king's dominion and the divine protection over his rule. This imagery can also be seen as a type of Christ, who is referred to as the "Lion of the tribe of Judah" in Revelation 5:5, symbolizing His ultimate authority and kingship. one at either end of each step Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonThe king of Israel known for his wisdom, wealth, and building projects, including the temple and his palace. 2. Jerusalem The capital city of Israel where Solomon's throne was located. 3. The Throne of Solomon A magnificent throne made of ivory and overlaid with gold, symbolizing Solomon's wealth and the splendor of his reign. 4. Lions Symbolic creatures representing strength and majesty, used as decorative elements on Solomon's throne. 5. The Kingdom of Israel Under Solomon's rule, it was a powerful and prosperous kingdom, attracting visitors from all over the world. Teaching Points Symbolism of Strength and MajestyThe lions on Solomon's throne symbolize strength and majesty. As Christians, we are called to reflect the strength and majesty of Christ in our lives. The Uniqueness of God's Kingdom Just as Solomon's throne was unparalleled, the kingdom of God is unique and unmatched. We are invited to be part of this kingdom through faith in Christ. Wisdom and Wealth Solomon's wealth and wisdom were gifts from God. We should seek wisdom from God and use our resources to honor Him and serve others. The Temporary Nature of Earthly Splendor While Solomon's throne was magnificent, it was temporary. We should focus on building treasures in heaven, which are eternal. Christ as the True King Solomon's reign points to the greater reign of Christ, the true King whose kingdom will never end. We should submit to His authority and follow His example. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 10In 1 Kings 10:18-20, is there any external record or artifact supporting the intricate details of Solomon’s throne, or does this description seem exaggerated? Why does God apparently endorse Jehu's violent actions in 2 Kings 10:30, when other passages condemn such bloodshed? According to 2 Samuel 10:6, how credible is the large-scale hiring of Aramean troops, and does historical evidence verify such military alliances for the period? 2 Chronicles 1:10 - Is there historical or archeological proof that Solomon's wisdom and wealth matched the biblical account?Verse 20. - And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other, upon the six steps [It is somewhat doubtful whether there were twelve or fourteen lions in all. Most commentators assume that there were fourteen, and the text will certainly bear that construction. But it is altogether more likely that there were twelve; that is to say, that the two lions on the topmost step are the two mentioned in the preceding verse as "standing beside the stays," otherwise there would have been four lions on that step. And we all know that twelve had a significance such as could not attach to any other number (Bahr, Symbolik, 1:201-205; 2:133, 423). It would signify that all the tribes had an interest in the royal house (cf. 1 Kings 12:16; 2 Samuel 20:1); and a right of approach to the throne (cf. 1 Kings 18:31). The lion, a familiar emblem of sovereignty among many nations, had an especial appropriateness in this case, as being the symbol of the tribe of Judah (Genesis 49:9; cf. Numbers 23:24; Numbers 24:9). We are to see in them partly "symbols of the ruler's authority" (Keil), and partly, perhaps, they represented the twelve tribes as guardians of the throne. "The king mounted between figures of lions to his seat on the throne, and sat between figures of lions upon it" (Wordsworth). Thrones somewhat similar to this in character, but much less magnificent, are represented on the Assyrian monuments. The historian might justly add]: there was not the like made [Heb. not made so] in any kingdom. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Twelveוּשְׁנֵ֧ים (ū·šə·nêm) Conjunctive waw | Number - md Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number) lions אֲרָיִ֗ים (’ă·rā·yîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 738: A lion stood עֹמְדִ֥ים (‘ō·mə·ḏîm) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 5975: To stand, in various relations on עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the six שֵׁ֥שׁ (šêš) Number - feminine singular construct Strong's 8337: Six (a cardinal number) steps, הַֽמַּעֲל֖וֹת (ham·ma·‘ă·lō·wṯ) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 4609: Elevation, the act, the condition, a climactic progression one at either end מִזֶּ֣ה (miz·zeh) Preposition-m | Pronoun - masculine singular Strong's 2088: This, that of each [step]. וּמִזֶּ֑ה (ū·miz·zeh) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-m | Pronoun - masculine singular Strong's 2088: This, that Nothing לֹֽא־ (lō-) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no like [this] כֵ֖ן (ḵên) Adverb Strong's 3651: So -- thus had ever been made נַעֲשָׂ֥ה (na·‘ă·śāh) Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make for any לְכָל־ (lə·ḵāl) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every kingdom. מַמְלָכֽוֹת׃ (mam·lā·ḵō·wṯ) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 4467: Kingdom, sovereignty, dominion, reign Links 1 Kings 10:20 NIV1 Kings 10:20 NLT 1 Kings 10:20 ESV 1 Kings 10:20 NASB 1 Kings 10:20 KJV 1 Kings 10:20 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 10:20 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 10:20 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 10:20 French Bible 1 Kings 10:20 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 10:20 Twelve lions stood there on the one (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |
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