1 Kings 7:31 Meaning and Explanation
“And the mouth of it within the chapiter and above was a cubit: but the mouth thereof was round after the work of the base, a cubit and an half: and also upon the mouth of it were gravings with their borders, foursquare, not round.”
King James Version (KJV)
Read this verse in context with translation switching:
Read Full Chapter →The opening atop each stand was round, framed by squared, engraved borders.
What Does 1 Kings 7:31 Mean?
The top opening of each stand, where the basin rested, was round and about a cubit and a half across, set within squared and engraved borders. Round and square met in the same finely worked piece.
The careful detail, round mouth within a foursquare frame, shows the patience of true craftsmanship. Such labor over a single opening reminds us that excellence dwells in small things rightly done. The God who counts the hairs of our heads is not indifferent to the small and faithful work, and honors what is made with care for His sake.
Frequently Asked Questions About 1 Kings 7:31
What does 1 Kings 7:31 mean?
The opening atop each stand was round, framed by squared, engraved borders.