In the plain of Jordan did the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zarthan.
The king had them cast in the Jordan valley, in the clay soil between the towns of Succoth and Zarethan.
This verse describes where King Solomon had the bronze temple furnishings made - in a specific location in the Jordan valley known for its good clay for metalworking.
📚 Historical Context
This verse refers to the casting of the elaborate bronze items for Solomon's temple, including pillars, basins, and other ceremonial objects. The Jordan valley between Succoth and Zarethan was chosen because it had the right type of clay soil needed for creating molds for large bronze castings. This was a major industrial undertaking that required skilled craftsmen and the right geographical conditions.
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