1 Kings 7:35
“And in the top of the base was there a round compass of half a cubit high: and on the top of the base the ledges thereof and the borders thereof were of the same.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
For on the plates of the ledges thereof, and on the borders thereof,.... In this, and the preceding verse, a different…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
A round compass - A circular elevation, half a cubit high, rather than a circular depression, half a cubit deep. Compare…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Kings 7:13-47
We have here an account of the brass-work about the temple. There was no iron about the temple, though we find David…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
the ledges thereof Literally, -the hands thereof." Probably some kind of prop or holder is intended. R.V. gives stays,…