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the two pillars, and the two bowls of the capitals that were on the top of the pillars; and the two networks to cover the two bowls of the capitals that were on the top of the pillars;
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Strength and Stability
Commentators suggest the two pillars, named Jachin and Boaz, served as a powerful reminder to worshippers. Jachin means 'He will establish,' and Boaz means 'In Him is strength.' Together, they symbolize that spiritual strength and stability are found by depending on God as we enter His presence.
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1 Kings
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19th Century
Anglican
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…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
(See Gill on 1 Kings 7:40)
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…
