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God's Spirit in Artistry
One commentator highlights that the Bible attributes the artistic and technical skill of Hiram, the craftsman, to the wisdom given by God's Spirit. This shows a broad understanding of spiritual gifts, recognizing that God empowers not just prophets and teachers, but also artists, builders, and other skilled workers for His purposes. This echoes the New Testament teaching: "There are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit."
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1 Kings
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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…
17th Century
Pastor
(See Gill on 1 Kings 7:40)
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…