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and the pots, and the shovels, and the basins: even all these vessels, which Hiram made for king Solomon, in the house of Yahweh, were of burnished brass.

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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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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 7:45

17th Century

Pastor

(See Gill on 1 Kings 7:40)

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…