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The work of the wheels was like the work of a chariot wheel: their axles, and their rims, and their spokes, and their naves, were all molten.

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God's Spirit in Artistry

One commentator highlights that the Bible attributes the incredible skill of artisans like Hiram to the Spirit of God. This broadens our understanding of spiritual gifts beyond preaching or prophecy to include artistic and technical abilities. This verse affirms that creative and practical skills are also God-given gifts that can be used to glorify Him, just as the 'curious works' of the Temple did.

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1 Kings

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Charles Ellicott

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

John Gill

On 1 Kings 7:33

17th Century

Pastor

And the work of the wheels was like the work of a
chariot wheel
In the same form and …

Matthew Henry

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…