KJV ORIGINAL
And on the borders that were between the ledges were lions, oxen, and cherubims: and upon the ledges there was a base above: and beneath the lions and oxen were certain additions made of thin work.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
On the panels that were between the frames were carved lions, oxen, and cherubim. Above and below the lions and oxen were decorative designs made of hammered metalwork.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes the beautiful, detailed carvings and decorations that adorned the bronze stands used in Solomon's temple.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the detailed description of the furnishings that Hiram, a skilled craftsman, made for Solomon's temple around 960 BC. These bronze stands held basins for washing and were part of the elaborate temple furniture that demonstrated both God's glory and Israel's prosperity during Solomon's reign.
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