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So he made the pillars; and there were two rows round about on the one network, to cover the capitals that were on the top of the pillars: and so did he for the other capital.
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Strength at God's Door
Commentators explain that the two pillars, named Jachin ('He will establish') and Boaz ('In Him is our strength'), were powerful symbols. Placed at the entrance, they taught worshippers that spiritual strength and stability are found at the door of God's temple, by waiting on Him and relying on His grace.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The pomegranate was one of the most common ornaments in Assyria. It was used on quivers, spear-shafts, and mace-heads, and in patterns on doorways …
19th Century
Anglican
With regard to the two pillars, Jachin (“He shall establish”) and Boaz (“In it is strength”), the text gives no account of their …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And he made the pillars Or adorned them in this manner:
and two rows round about upon the one net…
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Some think the two brazen pillars in the porch of the temple were to teach those who came to worship to depend on God alone for strength and establ…
