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On the top of the pillars was lily-work: so was the work of the pillars finished.
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God's Spirit in Art
Commentators see the intricate "lily-work" and the overall craftsmanship of the pillars as a direct result of God's inspiration. Just as the Spirit gifted prophets, He also gifted Hiram with artistic skill. This shows that God values and empowers creativity for His glory, reminding us that there are "diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit."
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1 Kings
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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 upon the top of the pillars was lily work Which seems to be repeated from (1 Kings 7:19) and confirm…
Presbyterian
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…
