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Elaborate Temple Artistry
Commentators explain that the 'lily-work' was a significant decorative element, about four cubits (6 feet) high, featuring stylized floral or leaf patterns. This detail, supported by archaeological parallels from the ancient world, underscores the immense beauty, cost, and artistic skill lavished on the Temple's entrance.
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Kings 7:19
18th Century
Theologian
There is a cornice of (so-called) lily-work at Persepolis, consisting of three rows of somewhat broad, rounded leaves, one over the other. Lilies a…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Kings 7:15–22
19th Century
Bishop
With regard to the two pillars, Jachin (“He shall establish”) and Boaz (“In it is strength”), the text gives no account of their …
John Gill
On 1 Kings 7:19
17th Century
Pastor
And the chapiters that were upon the top of the pillars were of lily work in the porch Or such as was in the porch of the…
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Kings 7:13–47
17th Century
Minister
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…