The interpretation timeline

1Kgs 7:21

How this passage has been read — the sources, oldest to newest.

From the early Church Fathers to now.

1Kgs 7:21 · Douay-Rheims

“And he set up the two pillars in the porch of the temple: and when he had set up the pillar on the right hand, he called the name thereof Jachin: in like manner he set up the second pillar, and called the name thereof Booz.”

Medieval c. 750 – 1100

850

A.D.

Ishodad of Merv Medieval

d. A.D. 850

“[The Scripture] calls the [pillar] on the south "Jachin," indicating through it the humility of the priesthood; while the one on the north, called "Boaz," signifies the power of kingship. It is possible that in Hebrew the two pillars indicate the two powers. The capitals at their top symbolize the power that is due to priests and kings and the weights of government, which are imposed on them. The sculptures, the lily work and the garlands of flowers signify the brightness and dignity of priesthood and kingship.”

Source

Modern · 1953 →

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