He made also ten tables, and placed them in the temple, five on the right side, and five on the left. And he made an hundred basons of gold.
He also made ten tables and put them in the temple, with five on the right side and five on the left side. And he made a hundred gold bowls.
The writer is describing how Solomon furnished God's temple with beautiful tables and golden bowls for worship ceremonies.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is from the account of King Solomon building the First Temple in Jerusalem, as described in the Books of Chronicles, which records the history of Israel and Judah after the division of the kingdom. The tables and basins were part of the temple's furnishings, used by priests for sacred purposes such as holding the showbread and for ritual purification, reflecting the meticulous preparation required for worship. This construction took place around 950 BC, symbolizing God's enduring presence and covenant with His people.
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