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God's Spirit in Every Skill
One commentator highlights a profound truth: the Bible attributes Hiram's artistic and metalworking genius to the 'Spirit of God.' This shows that God's gifts are not limited to pastors or prophets. The skill of an artist, craftsman, or any professional can be an expression of God's Spirit, reminding us that 'there are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit' (1 Cor. 12:4).
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Kings 7:40
18th Century
Theologian
Lavers - Rather, according to the true reading, “pots” (compare 1 Kings 7:45; 2 Chronicles 4:16). The “pots” were th…
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 7:40
17th Century
Pastor
And Hiram made the lavers, and the shovels, and the basins ,
&c.] The lavers are not the ten before mentioned, of the make of …
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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…