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God's Spirit in Craftsmanship
One commentator highlights that the Bible attributes the incredible artistic and technical skill of the temple craftsmen to the Spirit of God. This shows a broad view of spiritual gifts, recognizing that God empowers not just prophets and preachers, but also artists, engineers, and builders. This affirms that secular skills and creative talents are also gifts from the same Spirit.
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1 Kings
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Kings 7:32
18th Century
Theologian
The diameter of the wheel here (two and a quarter feet) can be compared with that of the earliest Assyrian chariot-wheels, which was under three fe…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Kings 7:13–50
19th Century
Bishop
The exceedingly graphic and elaborate description of the work of Hiram on the vessels and furniture of the Temple, and on the great pillars, clearl…
John Gill
On 1 Kings 7:32
17th Century
Pastor
And under the borders were four wheels
Not under the borders last mentioned, but those in (1 Kings 7:29)…
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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…