2 Chronicles 4:15 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

One sea, and twelve oxen under it.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

One large bronze basin, with twelve bronze oxen supporting it from underneath.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse describes part of the temple furnishings - a large ceremonial washing basin that was held up by twelve bronze statues of oxen.

📚 Historical Context

In the Bible, 2 Chronicles describes the construction of Solomon's Temple in Jerusalem, which was a magnificent structure built to honor God and serve as the central place of worship for the Israelites. The "one sea" referred to a large bronze basin used by priests for ceremonial washing, ensuring they were ritually clean before performing their duties. The twelve oxen supporting it symbolized the twelve tribes of Israel, highlighting the unity of God's people in their devotion.

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