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God's Spirit in Artistry
Commentators note that the Bible attributes the skill of the temple's artisan, Hiram, to the "wisdom of heart" given by God's Spirit. This shows that God values and empowers not just prophets and priests, but also artists and craftsmen. Your practical and creative skills can be seen as a divine gift for God's glory.
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1 Kings
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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 7:39
17th Century
Pastor
And he put five bases on the right side of the house
On the south side, which is commonly understood; that is, of th…
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…