1 Kings 7:29
New International Version
On the panels between the uprights were lions, bulls and cherubim—and on the uprights as well. Above and below the lions and bulls were wreaths of hammered work.

New Living Translation
Both the panels and the crossbars were decorated with carved lions, oxen, and cherubim. Above and below the lions and oxen were wreath decorations.

English Standard Version
and on the panels that were set in the frames were lions, oxen, and cherubim. On the frames, both above and below the lions and oxen, there were wreaths of beveled work.

Berean Standard Bible
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.

King James Bible
And on the borders that were between the ledges were lions, oxen, and cherubims: and upon the ledges there was a base above: and beneath the lions and oxen were certain additions made of thin work.

New King James Version
on the panels that were between the frames were lions, oxen, and cherubim. And on the frames was a pedestal on top. Below the lions and oxen were wreaths of plaited work.

New American Standard Bible
and on the borders which were between the crossbars were lions, oxen, and cherubim; and on the crossbars there was a pedestal above, and beneath the lions and oxen were wreaths of hanging work.

NASB 1995
and on the borders which were between the frames were lions, oxen and cherubim; and on the frames there was a pedestal above, and beneath the lions and oxen were wreaths of hanging work.

NASB 1977
and on the borders which were between the frames were lions, oxen and cherubim; and on the frames there was a pedestal above, and beneath the lions and oxen were wreaths of hanging work.

Legacy Standard Bible
and on the borders which were between the frames were lions, oxen, and cherubim; and on the frames there was a pedestal above, and beneath the lions and oxen were wreaths of hanging work.

Amplified Bible
On the borders between the frames were lions, oxen, and cherubim; and on the frames there was a pedestal above. Beneath the lions and oxen were borders of hanging work.

Christian Standard Bible
and on the frames between the cross-pieces were lions, oxen, and cherubim. On the cross-pieces there was a pedestal above, and below the lions and oxen were wreaths of hanging work.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
and on the frames between the cross-pieces were lions, oxen, and cherubim. On the cross-pieces there was a pedestal above, and below the lions and oxen were wreaths of hanging work.

American Standard Version
and on the panels that were between the ledges were lions, oxen, and cherubim; and upon the ledges there was a pedestal above; and beneath the lions and oxen were wreaths of hanging work.

English Revised Version
and on the borders that were between the ledges were lions, oxen, and cherubim; and upon the ledges there was a pedestal above: and beneath the lions and oxen were wreaths of hanging work.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
On the panels set in frames were lions, oxen, and angels. These were also on the frames. Above and below the lions and the cattle were engraved designs.

Good News Translation
with the figures of lions, bulls, and winged creatures on the panels; and on the frames, above and underneath the lions and bulls, there were spiral figures in relief.

International Standard Version
and on the borders between the cross-pieces were lions, oxen, and cherubim. A pedestal was placed above the cross-pieces, and beneath the lions and oxen there were wreaths hanging down.

Majority Standard Bible
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.

NET Bible
On these frames and joints were ornamental lions, bulls, and cherubs. Under the lions and bulls were decorative wreaths.

New Heart English Bible
and on the panels that were between the ledges were lions, oxen, and cherubim; and on the ledges there was a pedestal above; and beneath the lions and oxen were wreaths of hanging work.

Webster's Bible Translation
And on the borders that were between the ledges were lions, oxen, and cherubim: and upon the ledges there was a base above: and beneath the lions and oxen were certain additions made of thin work.

World English Bible
and on the panels that were between the ledges were lions, oxen, and cherubim; and on the ledges there was a pedestal above; and beneath the lions and oxen were wreaths of hanging work.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and on the borders that [are] between the joinings [are] lions, oxen, and cherubim, and on the joinings a base above, and beneath the lions and the oxen [are] additions—sloping work.

Young's Literal Translation
and on the borders that are between the joinings are lions, oxen, and cherubs, and on the joinings a base above, and beneath the lions and the oxen are additions -- sloping work.

Smith's Literal Translation
And upon the borders which were between the joinings, lions, oxen, and cherubs: and upon the joinings thus from above: and from beneath to the lions and to the oxen, wreaths, a work of descent.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And between the little crowns and the ledges were lions, and oxen, and cherubims: and in the joinings likewise above: and under the lions and oxen, as it were bands of brass hanging down.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And between the little crowns and the edges, there were lions, and oxen, and cherubim; and similarly in the junctures above. And under the lions and oxen were something like bands of brass hanging down.

New American Bible
On the panels within the frames there were lions, oxen, and cherubim; and on the frames likewise, above and below the lions and oxen, there were wreaths in hammered relief.

New Revised Standard Version
on the borders that were set in the frames were lions, oxen, and cherubim. On the frames, both above and below the lions and oxen, there were wreaths of beveled work.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And on the borders that were between the panels were lions, oxen, and cherubim; and upon the panels was the same, both above and below, lions and oxen; the appearance of the work was beautiful.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And upon the prominences that were between the collars were lionesses and bulls and Cherubim, and upon the coverings from above and from beneath: lionesses and bulls, the appearance of beautiful work.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and on the borders that were between the stays were lions, oxen, and cherubim; and upon the stays it was in like manner above; and beneath the lions and oxen were wreaths of hanging work.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And upon their borders between the projection were lions, and oxen, and cherubs: and on the projections, even so above, and also below were the places of lions and oxen, hanging work.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Ten Bronze Stands
28This was the design of the stands: They had side panels attached to uprights, 29and 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. 30Each stand had four bronze wheels with bronze axles and a basin resting on four supports, with wreaths at each side.…

Cross References
Exodus 25:18-20
Make two cherubim of hammered gold at the ends of the mercy seat, / one cherub on one end and one on the other, all made from one piece of gold. / And the cherubim are to have wings that spread upward, overshadowing the mercy seat. The cherubim are to face each other, looking toward the mercy seat.

Exodus 37:7-9
He made two cherubim of hammered gold at the ends of the mercy seat, / one cherub on one end and one on the other, all made from one piece of gold. / And the cherubim had wings that spread upward, overshadowing the mercy seat. The cherubim faced each other, looking toward the mercy seat.

2 Chronicles 4:3-5
Below the rim, figures of oxen encircled it, ten per cubit all the way around the Sea, cast in two rows as a part of the Sea. / The Sea stood on twelve oxen, three facing north, three facing west, three facing south, and three facing east. The Sea rested on them, with all their hindquarters toward the center. / It was a handbreadth thick, and its rim was fashioned like the brim of a cup, like a lily blossom. It could hold three thousand baths.

Ezekiel 1:5-10
and within it was the form of four living creatures. And this was their appearance: They had a human form, / but each had four faces and four wings. / Their legs were straight, and the soles of their feet were like the hooves of a calf, gleaming like polished bronze. ...

Ezekiel 10:14
Each of the cherubim had four faces: the first face was that of a cherub, the second that of a man, the third that of a lion, and the fourth that of an eagle.

Revelation 4:6-8
And before the throne was something like a sea of glass, as clear as crystal. In the center, around the throne, were four living creatures, covered with eyes in front and back. / The first living creature was like a lion, the second like a calf, the third had a face like a man, and the fourth was like an eagle in flight. / And each of the four living creatures had six wings and was covered with eyes all around and within. Day and night they never stop saying: “Holy, Holy, Holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come!”

Revelation 5:6
Then I saw a Lamb who appeared to have been slain, standing in the center of the throne, encircled by the four living creatures and the elders. The Lamb had seven horns and seven eyes, which represent the seven spirits of God sent out into all the earth.

Revelation 7:11
And all the angels stood around the throne and around the elders and the four living creatures. And they fell facedown before the throne and worshiped God,

Revelation 19:4
And the twenty-four elders and the four living creatures fell down and worshiped God who sits on the throne, saying: “Amen, Hallelujah!”

Isaiah 6:2-3
Above Him stood seraphim, each having six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying. / And they were calling out to one another: “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Hosts; all the earth is full of His glory.”

Numbers 7:89
When Moses entered the Tent of Meeting to speak with the LORD, he heard the voice speaking to him from between the two cherubim above the mercy seat on the ark of the Testimony. Thus the LORD spoke to him.

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
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.

1 Kings 6:35
He carved into them cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers, and he overlaid them with gold hammered evenly over the carvings.

2 Chronicles 3:10-13
In the Most Holy Place he made two cherubim of sculptured work, and he overlaid them with gold. / The 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. / The wing of the second cherub also measured five cubits and touched the wall of the temple, while its other wing measured five cubits and touched the wing of the first cherub. ...


Treasury of Scripture

And on the borders that were between the ledges were lions, oxen, and cherubim: and on the ledges there was a base above: and beneath the lions and oxen were certain additions made of thin work.

lions

1 Kings 7:25
It stood upon twelve oxen, three looking toward the north, and three looking toward the west, and three looking toward the south, and three looking toward the east: and the sea was set above upon them, and all their hinder parts were inward.

1 Kings 6:27
And he set the cherubims within the inner house: and they stretched forth the wings of the cherubims, so that the wing of the one touched the one wall, and the wing of the other cherub touched the other wall; and their wings touched one another in the midst of the house.

Ezekiel 1:10
As for the likeness of their faces, they four had the face of a man, and the face of a lion, on the right side: and they four had the face of an ox on the left side; they four also had the face of an eagle.

cherubims

Genesis 3:24
So he drove out the man; and he placed at the east of the garden of Eden Cherubims, and a flaming sword which turned every way, to keep the way of the tree of life.

Exodus 25:18
And thou shalt make two cherubims of gold, of beaten work shalt thou make them, in the two ends of the mercy seat.

Exodus 37:7
And he made two cherubims of gold, beaten out of one piece made he them, on the two ends of the mercy seat;

certain additions

1 Peter 2:5
Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ.

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1 Kings 7
1. The building of Solomon's house
2. Of the house of Lebanon
6. Of the porch of pillars
7. Of the porch of judgment
8. Of the house for Pharaoh's daughter
13. Hiram's work of the two pillars,
23. Of the molten sea
27. Of the ten bases
38. Of the ten lavers
40. and all the vessels














On the panels between the uprights
This phrase refers to the decorative elements on the sides of the stands used in Solomon's temple. The Hebrew word for "panels" is "מִסְגְּרוֹת" (misgerot), which implies a framework or border. These panels were not merely structural but served an artistic purpose, showcasing the craftsmanship and attention to detail that characterized Solomon's temple. The "uprights" or "supports" were likely vertical elements that provided stability, but also served as a canvas for artistic expression, reflecting the glory and majesty of God’s dwelling place.

were lions, oxen, and cherubim
The inclusion of these specific creatures is significant. Lions symbolize strength and majesty, often associated with royalty and divine protection. Oxen represent service and sacrifice, crucial elements in the temple's function. Cherubim are angelic beings that signify the presence of God, often depicted as guardians of sacred spaces. The Hebrew word for cherubim, "כְּרוּבִים" (keruvim), suggests beings of great power and mystery, emphasizing the holiness of the temple. These images together create a tapestry of divine attributes—strength, service, and sanctity.

And on the uprights was a pedestal above
The "pedestal" or "base" above the uprights indicates a place of elevation, possibly for additional decorative elements or functional purposes. The Hebrew term "מַעֲלָה" (ma'alah) can mean a step or ascent, suggesting a progression towards something higher or more significant. This could symbolize the elevation of worship and the lifting of the human spirit towards God.

Beneath the lions and oxen were wreaths of hanging work
The "wreaths of hanging work" refer to intricate designs that adorned the lower parts of the panels. The Hebrew word "מַעֲשֵׂה" (ma'aseh) implies craftsmanship or artistic creation. These wreaths, possibly resembling garlands or chains, add a sense of beauty and continuity to the design. They serve as a reminder of the interconnectedness of creation and the beauty inherent in God’s design. The placement "beneath" the lions and oxen suggests a foundation of beauty and order, supporting the more prominent symbols above.

Verse 29. - And on the borders [panels] that were between the ledges were lions [i.e., figures or bas-reliefs of lions], oxen, and cherubims ["The lion and the ox are the two animal forms which occur most frequently in Assyrian decoration" (Rawlinson). They have also found a place through the cherubim, in the symbolism of Christianity]: and upon the ledges there was a base above [i.e., there was a pedestal or stand (כֵּן; see ver. 31) of some sort for the laver upon the square basis]: and beneath the lions and oxen were certain additions [Heb. wreaths, festoons, לִוְיָה. (cf. Proverbs 1:9), corona] made of thin work. [Heb. pensile or hanging work, מורָד from יָרַד descendit; Vulgate, dependentia. It would seem that on the panel, beneath the figures of animals, etc., were sculptured hanging festoons of flowers.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
and on
וְעַֽל־ (wə·‘al-)
Conjunctive waw | Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

the panels
הַמִּסְגְּר֞וֹת (ham·mis·gə·rō·wṯ)
Article | Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 4526: Something enclosing, a margin, a stronghold

between
בֵּ֣ין (bên)
Preposition
Strong's 996: An interval, space between

the uprights
הַשְׁלַבִּ֗ים (haš·lab·bîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 7948: A spacer, raised interval, the stile in a, frame, panel

were lions,
אֲרָי֤וֹת ׀ (’ă·rā·yō·wṯ)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 738: A lion

oxen,
בָּקָר֙ (bā·qār)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1241: Beef cattle, ox, a herd

and cherubim.
וּכְרוּבִ֔ים (ū·ḵə·rū·ḇîm)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 3742: Probably an order of angelic beings

On
וְעַל־ (wə·‘al-)
Conjunctive waw | Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

the uprights
הַשְׁלַבִּ֖ים (haš·lab·bîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 7948: A spacer, raised interval, the stile in a, frame, panel

was a pedestal
כֵּ֣ן (kên)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3653: A stand, pedestal, station

above,
מִמָּ֑עַל (mim·mā·‘al)
Preposition-m | Adverb
Strong's 4605: The upper part, with prefix upward, above, overhead, from the top

and below
וּמִתַּ֙חַת֙ (ū·mit·ta·ḥaṯ)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-m
Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of

the lions
לַאֲרָי֣וֹת (la·’ă·rā·yō·wṯ)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 738: A lion

and oxen
וְלַבָּקָ֔ר (wə·lab·bā·qār)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1241: Beef cattle, ox, a herd

were wreaths
לֹי֖וֹת (lō·yō·wṯ)
Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 3914: Perhaps wreath

of beveled
מוֹרָֽד׃ (mō·w·rāḏ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4174: A descent, an ornamental appendage, a festoon

work.
מַעֲשֵׂ֥ה (ma·‘ă·śêh)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4639: An action, a transaction, activity, a product, property


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