2 Chronicles 4:11

¶ And Huram made the pots, and the shovels, and the basons. And Huram finished the work that he was to make for king Solomon for the house of God;

And Huram {H2361} made {H6213} the pots {H5518}, and the shovels {H3257}, and the basons {H4219}. And Huram {H2361}{H2438} finished {H3615}{H6213} the work {H4399} that he was to make {H6213} for king {H4428} Solomon {H8010} for the house {H1004} of God {H430};

Huram made the ash pots, shovels and sprinkling basins. With that, Huram completed the work he had been doing for King Shlomo in the house of God -

Additionally, Huram made the pots, shovels, and sprinkling bowls. So Huram finished the work that he had undertaken for King Solomon in the house of God:

And Huram made the pots, and the shovels, and the basins. So Huram made an end of doing the work that he wrought for king Solomon in the house of God:

Commentary

2 Chronicles 4:11 details the completion of essential implements for the Temple of God by Huram, a highly skilled craftsman. This verse marks the culmination of a significant phase in the construction process, highlighting the meticulous attention to detail required for the sacred space.

Context

This verse is part of the extensive narrative in 2 Chronicles (and 1 Kings) describing King Solomon's monumental undertaking of building the First Temple in Jerusalem. After laying the foundations and erecting the main structure, the focus shifts to the intricate furnishings and utensils necessary for worship and sacrificial service. Huram, a master bronze worker from Tyre, was brought in specifically for his expertise in crafting the various metal elements for the Temple, as described in 2 Chronicles 2:13-14. Prior verses in this chapter detail larger items like the bronze altar, the great laver ("the molten sea"), and the ten lavers; here, the focus narrows to smaller, but equally vital, implements.

Key Themes

  • Completion and Fulfillment: The phrase "Huram finished the work" emphasizes the successful execution and conclusion of a major aspect of the Temple's outfitting. This signifies that God's detailed plans were being brought to fruition, reminiscent of the completion of creation itself.
  • Meticulous Craftsmanship for God: Even items as seemingly mundane as "pots, shovels, and basins" were crafted with the highest skill and dedication. This underscores the principle that all work done for God's "house" or service should be performed with excellence and reverence, reflecting the divine standard.
  • Sacred Purpose of Utensils: Each item, regardless of its size or function, was made "for the house of God." The "pots" likely held ashes, the "shovels" were for clearing the altar, and the "basins" (Hebrew: mizraqot) were probably for catching blood during sacrifices or for ceremonial washing. Their design and construction were not arbitrary but were dictated by the specific requirements of Temple worship, just as the Tabernacle's components were according to divine pattern.

Linguistic Insights

The KJV accurately translates the Hebrew terms for these specific implements. While no single word here carries a profound theological nuance beyond its direct meaning, the collective description highlights the practical and ritualistic precision required for the Temple's operation. The emphasis is on the functionality and completeness of all necessary tools for worship and sacrifice.

Practical Application

This verse offers valuable lessons for believers today:

  • Diligence in Service: Just as Huram diligently completed every detail for the Temple, we are called to perform all tasks, especially those dedicated to God, with diligence and excellence. No task is too small when it is done for the Lord's glory.
  • Importance of Detail: God cares about the details. This passage reminds us that even the "pots and shovels" are important in His grand design. This encourages us to pay attention to the seemingly minor aspects of our service and commitments.
  • Finishing What We Start: The completion of Huram's work serves as an encouragement to persevere in our endeavors, especially those that contribute to God's kingdom. As Jesus declared, "I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do" (John 17:4), so too should we strive to complete the good works God has prepared for us.
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Cross-References

  • 1 Kings 7:14

    He [was] a widow's son of the tribe of Naphtali, and his father [was] a man of Tyre, a worker in brass: and he was filled with wisdom, and understanding, and cunning to work all works in brass. And he came to king Solomon, and wrought all his work.

  • 1 Kings 7:40

    And Hiram made the lavers, and the shovels, and the basons. So Hiram made an end of doing all the work that he made king Solomon for the house of the LORD:

  • 1 Kings 7:51

    So was ended all the work that king Solomon made for the house of the LORD. And Solomon brought in the things which David his father had dedicated; [even] the silver, and the gold, and the vessels, did he put among the treasures of the house of the LORD.
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