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The pots also, and the shovels, and the flesh-hooks, and all the vessels of it, did Huram his father make for king Solomon for the house of Yahweh of bright brass.

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A Master Craftsman

Commentators clarify that the phrase "Huram his father" is not a reference to a biological father. Instead, it is a title of respect, similar to "master-workman," acknowledging Huram's exceptional skill and senior role in crafting the sacred items for the temple.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 2 Chronicles 4:16

18th Century

Theologian

Huram his father - Or, “Huram his master-workman” (see the note on 2 Chronicles 2:13).

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Chronicles 4:16

19th Century

Bishop

The pots also, and the shovels, and the fleshhooks. “Fleshhooks” (mizlâgôth) should apparently be “bowls” (mizrâqôth<…

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Chronicles 4:16

17th Century

Pastor

(See Gill on 2 Chronicles 3:1).

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Chronicles 4:1–22

17th Century

Minister

Here is a further account of the furniture of God's house. Both outside and inside, there was that which typified the grace of the gospel and fores…