2 Chronicles 5:6

Also king Solomon, and all the congregation of Israel that were assembled unto him before the ark, sacrificed sheep and oxen, which could not be told nor numbered for multitude.

Also king {H4428} Solomon {H8010}, and all the congregation {H5712} of Israel {H3478} that were assembled {H3259} unto him before {H6440} the ark {H727}, sacrificed {H2076} sheep {H6629} and oxen {H1241}, which could not be told {H5608} nor numbered {H4487} for multitude {H7230}.

King Shlomo and the whole community of Isra'el who had assembled in his presence were in front of the ark, sacrificing sheep and oxen in numbers beyond counting or recording.

There, before the ark, King Solomon and the whole congregation of Israel who had assembled with him sacrificed so many sheep and oxen that they could not be counted or numbered.

And king Solomon and all the congregation of Israel, that were assembled unto him, were before the ark, sacrificing sheep and oxen, that could not be counted nor numbered for multitude.

2 Chronicles 5:6 (KJV): Also king Solomon, and all the congregation of Israel that were assembled unto him before the ark, sacrificed sheep and oxen, which could not be told nor numbered for multitude.

Context

This verse describes a pivotal moment in Israelite history: the dedication of Solomon's magnificent Temple in Jerusalem. Following the completion of the structure and the bringing in of the sacred vessels and the Ark of the Covenant, the nation gathered for a grand celebration and act of worship. This verse specifically highlights the scale of the animal sacrifices offered during this momentous occasion.

Key Themes

  • Grand Scale of Worship: The description "could not be told nor numbered for multitude" emphasizes the immense number of animals sacrificed, indicating the depth of devotion and the national significance of the event.
  • Solomon's Leadership: King Solomon is presented leading the entire congregation in this act of worship, fulfilling his role as the spiritual leader of Israel.
  • Centrality of the Ark: The sacrifices were offered "before the ark," underscoring the Ark of the Covenant's role as the symbol of God's presence among His people. The Ark was where God had promised to meet with Israel.
  • National Unity: "All the congregation of Israel that were assembled unto him" shows the unity of the nation in coming together for this act of worship and dedication.

Linguistic Insight

The phrase "could not be told nor numbered for multitude" is a powerful descriptor used to convey an almost incalculable quantity. It's not a specific technical term but rather a literary way of emphasizing the extraordinary abundance of the offering, far exceeding typical sacrifices and fitting the unparalleled scale of the Temple dedication.

Related Scriptures

Reflection

This verse highlights the immense devotion and resources dedicated to worshipping God at the inauguration of His dwelling place. The sheer scale of the sacrifices reflects the nation's gratitude, awe, and desire to honor God commensurate with the significance of the Temple. While we no longer offer animal sacrifices, the principle of giving generously and wholeheartedly in worship remains a timeless aspect of faith, demonstrating the value we place on worshipping God and acknowledging His presence in our lives.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • 1 Chronicles 29:21

    And they sacrificed sacrifices unto the LORD, and offered burnt offerings unto the LORD, on the morrow after that day, [even] a thousand bullocks, a thousand rams, [and] a thousand lambs, with their drink offerings, and sacrifices in abundance for all Israel:

  • 2 Samuel 6:13

    And it was [so], that when they that bare the ark of the LORD had gone six paces, he sacrificed oxen and fatlings.

  • 1 Chronicles 16:1

    ¶ So they brought the ark of God, and set it in the midst of the tent that David had pitched for it: and they offered burnt sacrifices and peace offerings before God.

  • 1 Chronicles 16:2

    And when David had made an end of offering the burnt offerings and the peace offerings, he blessed the people in the name of the LORD.

  • 1 Kings 8:5

    And king Solomon, and all the congregation of Israel, that were assembled unto him, [were] with him before the ark, sacrificing sheep and oxen, that could not be told nor numbered for multitude.

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