1 Kings 4:23
New International Version
ten head of stall-fed cattle, twenty of pasture-fed cattle and a hundred sheep and goats, as well as deer, gazelles, roebucks and choice fowl.

New Living Translation
also 10 oxen from the fattening pens, 20 pasture-fed cattle, 100 sheep or goats, as well as deer, gazelles, roe deer, and choice poultry.

English Standard Version
ten fat oxen, and twenty pasture-fed cattle, a hundred sheep, besides deer, gazelles, roebucks, and fattened fowl.

Berean Standard Bible
ten fat oxen, twenty range oxen, and a hundred sheep, as well as deer, gazelles, roebucks, and fattened poultry.

King James Bible
Ten fat oxen, and twenty oxen out of the pastures, and an hundred sheep, beside harts, and roebucks, and fallowdeer, and fatted fowl.

New King James Version
ten fatted oxen, twenty oxen from the pastures, and one hundred sheep, besides deer, gazelles, roebucks, and fatted fowl.

New American Standard Bible
ten fat oxen, twenty pasture-fed oxen, and a hundred sheep, besides deer, gazelles, roebucks, and fattened geese.

NASB 1995
ten fat oxen, twenty pasture-fed oxen, a hundred sheep besides deer, gazelles, roebucks, and fattened fowl.

NASB 1977
ten fat oxen, twenty pasture-fed oxen, a hundred sheep besides deer, gazelles, roebucks, and fattened fowl.

Legacy Standard Bible
ten fat oxen, twenty pasture-fed oxen, one hundred sheep besides deer, gazelles, roebucks, and fattened fowl.

Amplified Bible
ten fat oxen, twenty pasture-fed oxen, a hundred sheep not counting fallow deer, gazelles, roebucks, and fattened fowl.

Christian Standard Bible
ten fattened cattle, twenty range cattle, and a hundred sheep and goats, besides deer, gazelles, roebucks, and pen-fed poultry,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
10 fattened oxen, 20 range oxen, and 100 sheep, besides deer, gazelles, roebucks, and pen-fed poultry,

American Standard Version
ten fat oxen, and twenty oxen out of the pastures, and a hundred sheep, besides harts, and gazelles, and roebucks, and fatted fowl.

Contemporary English Version
10 grain-fed cattle, 20 pasture-fed cattle, 100 sheep, as well as deer, gazelles, and geese.

English Revised Version
ten fat oxen, and twenty oxen out of the pastures, and an hundred sheep, beside harts, and gazelles, and roebucks, and fatted fowl.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
10 fattened cows, 20 cows from the pasture, and 100 sheep in addition to deer, gazelles, fallow deer, and fattened birds.

Good News Translation
10 stall-fed cattle, 20 pasture-fed cattle, and 100 sheep, besides deer, gazelles, roebucks, and poultry.

International Standard Version
ten fattened oxen, 20 pasture-fed cattle, 100 sheep, as well as deer, gazelles, roebucks, and domestic poultry.

Majority Standard Bible
ten fat oxen, twenty range oxen, and a hundred sheep, as well as deer, gazelles, roebucks, and fattened poultry.

NET Bible
ten calves fattened in the stall, twenty calves from the pasture, and a hundred sheep, not to mention rams, gazelles, deer, and well-fed birds.

New Heart English Bible
ten head of fat cattle, and twenty head of cattle out of the pastures, and one hundred sheep, besides deer, and gazelles, and roebucks, and fattened fowl.

Webster's Bible Translation
Ten fat oxen, and twenty oxen out of the pastures, and a hundred sheep, besides harts, and roebucks, and fallow-deer, and fatted fowls.

World English Bible
ten head of fat cattle, twenty head of cattle out of the pastures, and one hundred sheep, in addition to deer, gazelles, roebucks, and fattened fowl.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
ten fat oxen, and twenty feeding oxen, and one hundred sheep, apart from deer, and roe, and fallow-deer, and fatted beasts of the stalls,

Young's Literal Translation
ten fat oxen, and twenty feeding oxen, and a hundred sheep, apart from hart, and roe, and fallow-deer, and fatted beasts of the stalls,

Smith's Literal Translation
Ten fatted oxen, and twenty oxen of the shepherd, and a hundred sheep, besides from the stag and the roe and the fallow deer, and fowls fattened.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Ten fat oxen and twenty out of the pastures, and a hundred rams, besides venison of harts, roes, and buffles, and fatted fowls.

Catholic Public Domain Version
ten fattened oxen, and twenty oxen from the pastures, and one hundred rams, aside from the venison of stags, roe deer, and gazelles, and fattened poultry.

New American Bible
ten fatted oxen, twenty pasture-fed oxen, and a hundred sheep, not counting harts, gazelles, roebucks, and fatted fowl.

New Revised Standard Version
ten fat oxen, and twenty pasture-fed cattle, one hundred sheep, besides deer, gazelles, roebucks, and fatted fowl.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Ten fat oxen and twenty oxen out of the pastures and a hundred sheep, besides harts and gazelles and roe, bucks and fatted fowls.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And ten fattened oxen and twenty grazing oxen and a hundred sheep, apart from harts and deer and antelope and fattened fowl.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
ten fat oxen, and twenty oxen out of the pastures, and a hundred sheep, beside harts, and gazelles, and roebucks, and fatted fowl.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and ten choice calves, and twenty pastured oxen, and a hundred sheep, besides stags, and choice fatted does.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Solomon's Wealth
22Solomon’s provisions for a single day were thirty cors of fine flour, sixty cors of meal, 23ten fat oxen, twenty range oxen, and a hundred sheep, as well as deer, gazelles, roebucks, and fattened poultry. 24For Solomon had dominion over everything west of the Euphrates—over all the kingdoms from Tiphsah to Gaza—and he had peace on all sides.…

Cross References
2 Chronicles 9:22-24
So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. / All the kings of the earth sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart. / Year after year, each visitor would bring his tribute: articles of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, horses, and mules.

1 Kings 10:21-23
All King Solomon’s drinking cups were gold, and all the utensils of the House of the Forest of Lebanon were pure gold. There was no silver, because it was accounted as nothing in the days of Solomon. / For the king had the ships of Tarshish at sea with Hiram’s fleet, and once every three years the ships of Tarshish would arrive bearing gold, silver, ivory, apes, and peacocks. / So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom.

2 Chronicles 1:15
The king made silver and gold as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills.

1 Kings 10:5
the food at his table, the seating of his servants, the service and attire of his attendants, his cupbearers, and the burnt offerings he presented at the house of the LORD, it took her breath away.

2 Chronicles 9:4
the food at his table, the seating of his servants, the service and attire of his attendants, the attire of his cupbearers, and the burnt offerings he presented at the house of the LORD, it took her breath away.

Matthew 6:29
Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his glory was adorned like one of these.

2 Chronicles 9:20
All King Solomon’s drinking cups were gold, and all the utensils of the House of the Forest of Lebanon were pure gold. There was no silver, because it was accounted as nothing in the days of Solomon.

1 Kings 10:27
The king made silver as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills.

2 Chronicles 9:27
The king made silver as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills.

Matthew 12:42
The Queen of the South will rise at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for she came from the ends of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now One greater than Solomon is here.

1 Kings 10:14-15
The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents, / not including the revenue from the merchants, traders, and all the Arabian kings and governors of the land.

2 Chronicles 9:13-14
The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents, / not including the revenue from the merchants and traders. And all the Arabian kings and governors of the land also brought gold and silver to Solomon.

Luke 12:27
Consider how the lilies grow: They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you, not even Solomon in all his glory was adorned like one of these.

1 Kings 10:18-20
Additionally, the king made a great throne of ivory and overlaid it with pure gold. / The throne had six steps, and its back had a rounded top. There were armrests on both sides of the seat, with a lion standing beside each armrest. / Twelve lions stood on the six steps, one at either end of each step. Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom.

2 Chronicles 9:17-19
Additionally, the king made a great throne of ivory and overlaid it with pure gold. / The throne had six steps, and a footstool of gold was attached to it. There were armrests on both sides of the seat, with a lion standing beside each armrest. / Twelve lions stood on the six steps, one at either end of each step. Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom.


Treasury of Scripture

Ten fat oxen, and twenty oxen out of the pastures, and an hundred sheep, beside harts, and roebucks, and fallow deer, and fatted fowl.

Ten fat

Nehemiah 5:17,18
Moreover there were at my table an hundred and fifty of the Jews and rulers, beside those that came unto us from among the heathen that are about us…

harts Dr.

roe-bucks [See note on

Deuteronomy 15:22
Thou shalt eat it within thy gates: the unclean and the clean person shall eat it alike, as the roebuck, and as the hart.

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1 Kings 4
1. Solomon's princes
7. His twelve officers for provision
20. The peace and largeness of his kingdom
22. His daily provision
26. His stable
29. His wisdom














ten fat oxen
The phrase "ten fat oxen" indicates the abundance and prosperity during King Solomon's reign. In Hebrew, the word for "oxen" is "בָּקָר" (baqar), which refers to cattle or large domesticated animals used for labor and food. The specification of "fat" oxen suggests not only the wealth of the kingdom but also the care and attention given to livestock, reflecting a well-managed and prosperous society. Oxen were essential for agriculture, and their abundance signifies a thriving agrarian economy.

twenty pasture-fed cattle
"Twenty pasture-fed cattle" highlights the quality of livestock, emphasizing that these animals were not just numerous but well-nourished. The Hebrew term for "pasture-fed" implies animals that graze freely, which would produce healthier and more robust cattle. This detail underscores the fertility of the land and the effective stewardship of resources under Solomon's rule, aligning with the biblical theme of God's blessing manifesting in material prosperity.

a hundred sheep
The mention of "a hundred sheep" further illustrates the wealth and provision in Solomon's kingdom. Sheep, or "צֹאן" (tso'n) in Hebrew, were vital for their wool, meat, and milk. The large number signifies not only economic stability but also the ability to provide for the needs of the people. Sheep were also used in religious sacrifices, indicating the spiritual and cultural richness of the society.

and goats
The inclusion of "and goats" complements the list of livestock, as goats were valued for their milk, meat, and hides. In Hebrew, "עִזִּים" (izzim) refers to goats, which were often kept alongside sheep. Their presence in the list highlights the diversity and completeness of the resources available, reflecting a balanced and sustainable approach to animal husbandry.

as well as deer
The phrase "as well as deer" introduces wild game into the list, suggesting a variety of food sources. Deer, or "אַיָּל" (ayyal) in Hebrew, were considered clean animals and could be consumed according to Levitical law. Their inclusion indicates the abundance of wildlife and the ability to enjoy the natural bounty of the land, symbolizing God's provision beyond domesticated resources.

gazelles
"Gazelles," or "צְבִי" (tsevi) in Hebrew, are graceful and swift animals, often associated with beauty and elegance in biblical literature. Their mention in the list of provisions suggests not only the availability of diverse food sources but also the aesthetic appreciation of God's creation. Gazelles were also considered clean animals, reinforcing the theme of abundance within the bounds of divine law.

roebucks
The term "roebucks" refers to a type of deer, known for their agility and strength. In Hebrew, "יָחְמוּר" (yachmur) is used, which may denote a specific species or a general term for wild game. The presence of roebucks in the list highlights the richness of the land's fauna and the ability to enjoy a variety of meats, symbolizing the fullness of God's blessing upon the kingdom.

and fattened poultry
Finally, "and fattened poultry" completes the list with domesticated birds, likely chickens or similar fowl. The Hebrew term for "poultry" is "בַּרְבֻּרִים" (barburim), which suggests birds that are specifically raised for consumption. The adjective "fattened" indicates careful breeding and feeding, ensuring high-quality meat. This detail underscores the comprehensive nature of Solomon's provision, reflecting a society that enjoys both the fruits of the land and the benefits of human cultivation and care.

(23) On this side the river.--This translation, although it expresses the true reference, viz., to the country west of the Euphrates, is literally incorrect. The words mean, "on the further side of the river," considered from the point of view of Babylon (see the use in the later books, or in Ezra 4:6; Ezra 6:6, &c.); and accordingly indicate composition at the time of the Exile, or, at any rate, at a period when the Babylonish empire was so established in supreme sovereignty as to determine the geographical nomenclature of the East.

Verse 23. - Ten fat [Heb. fatted, i.e., for table] oxen, and twenty fat oxen out of the pastures, and an hundred sheep, beside harts and roebucks [or gazelles] and fallowdeer [Roebucks. The name Yahmur is still current in Palestine in this sense (Conder, p. 91)], and fatted fowl [This word (בַּרְבֻּדִים) occurs nowhere else. The meaning most in favour is geese.]

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
ten
עֲשָׂרָ֨ה (‘ă·śā·rāh)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 6235: Ten

fat
בְּרִאִ֗ים (bə·ri·’îm)
Adjective - masculine plural
Strong's 1277: Fatted, plump

oxen,
בָקָ֜ר (ḇā·qār)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1241: Beef cattle, ox, a herd

twenty
וְעֶשְׂרִ֥ים (wə·‘eś·rîm)
Conjunctive waw | Number - common plural
Strong's 6242: Twenty, twentieth

range
רְעִ֖י (rə·‘î)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7471: A pasture

oxen,
בָּקָ֛ר (bā·qār)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1241: Beef cattle, ox, a herd

and a hundred
וּמֵ֣אָה (ū·mê·’āh)
Conjunctive waw | Number - feminine singular
Strong's 3967: A hundred

sheep,
צֹ֑אן (ṣōn)
Noun - common singular
Strong's 6629: Small cattle, sheep and goats, flock

as well as
לְ֠בַד (lə·ḇaḏ)
Preposition | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 905: Separation, a part of the body, branch of a, tree, bar for, carrying, chief of

deer,
מֵֽאַיָּ֤ל (mê·’ay·yāl)
Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 354: A hart, stag, deer

gazelles,
וּצְבִי֙ (ū·ṣə·ḇî)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6643: Splendor, a gazelle

roebucks,
וְיַחְמ֔וּר (wə·yaḥ·mūr)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3180: A kind of deer

and fattened
אֲבוּסִֽים׃ (’ă·ḇū·sîm)
Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine plural
Strong's 75: To feed, fatten

poultry.
וּבַרְבֻּרִ֖ים (ū·ḇar·bu·rîm)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 1257: Capons or geese, fowl


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