1 Kings 8:4 and they brought up the ark of the LORD and the Tent of Meeting with all its sacred furnishings. So the priests and Levites carried them up.

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New International Version
and they brought up the ark of the LORD and the tent of meeting and all the sacred furnishings in it. The priests and Levites carried them up,

New Living Translation
The priests and Levites brought up the Ark of the LORD along with the special tent and all the sacred items that had been in it.

English Standard Version
And they brought up the ark of the LORD, the tent of meeting, and all the holy vessels that were in the tent; the priests and the Levites brought them up.

Berean Standard Bible
and they brought up the ark of the LORD and the Tent of Meeting with all its sacred furnishings. So the priests and Levites carried them up.

King James Bible
And they brought up the ark of the LORD, and the tabernacle of the congregation, and all the holy vessels that were in the tabernacle, even those did the priests and the Levites bring up.

New King James Version
Then they brought up the ark of the LORD, the tabernacle of meeting, and all the holy furnishings that were in the tabernacle. The priests and the Levites brought them up.

New American Standard Bible
And they brought up the ark of the LORD, the tent of meeting, and all the holy utensils which were in the tent; the priests and the Levites brought them up.

NASB 1995
They brought up the ark of the LORD and the tent of meeting and all the holy utensils, which were in the tent, and the priests and the Levites brought them up.

NASB 1977
And they brought up the ark of the LORD and the tent of meeting and all the holy utensils, which were in the tent, and the priests and the Levites brought them up.

Legacy Standard Bible
And they brought up the ark of Yahweh and the tent of meeting and all the holy utensils, which were in the tent, and the priests and the Levites brought them up.

Amplified Bible
They brought up the ark of the LORD and the Tent of Meeting and all the holy utensils that were in the tent; the priests and the Levites brought them up.

Christian Standard Bible
The priests and the Levites brought the ark of the LORD, the tent of meeting, and the holy utensils that were in the tent.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The priests and the Levites brought the ark of the LORD, the tent of meeting, and the holy utensils that were in the tent.

American Standard Version
And they brought up the ark of Jehovah, and the tent of meeting, and all the holy vessels that were in the Tent; even these did the priests and the Levites bring up.

English Revised Version
And they brought up the ark of the LORD, and the tent of meeting, and all the holy vessels that were in the Tent; even these did the priests and the Levites bring up.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
They brought the ark, the tent of meeting, and all the holy utensils in it [to the temple]. The priests and the Levites carried them

Good News Translation
and carried it to the Temple. The Levites and the priests also moved the Tent of the LORD's presence and all its equipment to the Temple.

International Standard Version
and brought it, the Tent of Meeting, and all the holy implements that were in the tent. The priests and descendants of Levi carried them up to Jerusalem.

Majority Standard Bible
and they brought up the ark of the LORD and the Tent of Meeting with all its sacred furnishings. So the priests and Levites carried them up.

NET Bible
The priests and Levites carried the ark of the LORD, the tent of meeting, and all the holy items in the tent.

New Heart English Bible
They brought up the ark of the LORD, and the Tent of Meeting, and all the holy vessels that were in the Tent; and the priests and the Levites brought them up.

Webster's Bible Translation
And they brought the ark of the LORD, and the tabernacle of the congregation, and all the holy vessels that were in the tabernacle, even those did the priests and the Levites bring.

World English Bible
They brought up Yahweh’s ark, the Tent of Meeting, and all the holy vessels that were in the Tent. The priests and the Levites brought these up.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
and bring up the Ark of YHWH, and the Tent of Meeting, and all the holy vessels that [are] in the tent, indeed, the priests and the Levites bring them up.

Young's Literal Translation
and bring up the ark of Jehovah, and the tent of meeting, and all the holy vessels that are in the tent, yea, the priests and the Levites bring them up.

Smith's Literal Translation
And they will bring up the ark of Jehovah, and the tent of appointment, and all the holy vessels which were in the tent, and the priests and the Levites will bring them up.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And carried the ark of the Lord, and the tabernacle of the covenant, and all the vessels of the sanctuary, that were in the tabernacle: and the priests and the Levites carried them.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And they carried the ark of the Lord, and the tabernacle of the covenant, and all the vessels of the Sanctuary, which were in the tabernacle; and the priests and the Levites carried these.

New American Bible
and they brought up the ark of the LORD and the tent of meeting with all the sacred vessels that were in the tent. The priests and Levites brought them up.

New Revised Standard Version
So they brought up the ark of the LORD, the tent of meeting, and all the holy vessels that were in the tent; the priests and the Levites brought them up.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And they brought it up to the temple of the LORD, and brought the tabernacle of the congregation and all the holy vessels that were in the tabernacle, and the priests and the Levites of Israel went up with them.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And they brought it to the temple of LORD JEHOVAH, and the Priests of Israel and the Levites also brought up with them the Tent of Time and the vessels of holiness of the Tabernacle.

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
And they brought up the ark of the LORD, and the tent of meeting, and all the holy vessels that were in the Tent; even these did the priests and the Levites bring up.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and the tabernacle of testimony, and the holy furniture that was in the tabernacle of testimony.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The Ark Enters the Temple
…3When all the elders of Israel had arrived, the priests took up the ark, 4and they brought up the ark of the LORD and the Tent of Meeting with all its sacred furnishings. So the priests and Levites carried them up. 5There, 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.…

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Cross References

Exodus 25:14-15
Insert the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark, in order to carry it. / The poles are to remain in the rings of the ark; they must not be removed.

Exodus 40:20-21
Moses took the Testimony and placed it in the ark, attaching the poles to the ark; and he set the mercy seat atop the ark. / Then he brought the ark into the tabernacle, put up the veil for the screen, and shielded off the ark of the Testimony, just as the LORD had commanded him.

Numbers 4:5-6
Whenever the camp sets out, Aaron and his sons are to go in, take down the veil of the curtain, and cover the ark of the Testimony with it. / They are to place over this a covering of fine leather, spread a solid blue cloth over it, and insert its poles.

2 Chronicles 5:5
and they brought up the ark and the Tent of Meeting with all its sacred furnishings. The Levitical priests carried them up.

Deuteronomy 10:8
At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to serve Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name, as they do to this day.

Joshua 3:3-4
and commanded the people: “When you see the ark of the covenant of the LORD your God being carried by the Levitical priests, you are to set out from your positions and follow it. / But keep a distance of about two thousand cubits between yourselves and the ark. Do not go near it, so that you can see the way to go, since you have never traveled this way before.”

1 Samuel 4:4
So the people sent men to Shiloh, and they brought back the ark of the covenant of the LORD of Hosts, who sits enthroned between the cherubim. And the two sons of Eli, Hophni and Phinehas, were there with the ark of the covenant of God.

2 Samuel 6:13
When those carrying the ark of the LORD had advanced six paces, he sacrificed an ox and a fattened calf.

1 Chronicles 15:15
And the Levites carried the ark of God on their shoulders with the poles, as Moses had commanded in accordance with the word of the LORD.

1 Chronicles 16:1
So they brought the ark of God and placed it inside the tent that David had pitched for it. And they presented burnt offerings and peace offerings before God.

2 Chronicles 35:3
To the Levites who taught all Israel and were holy to the LORD, Josiah said: “Put the holy ark in the temple built by Solomon son of David king of Israel. It is not to be carried around on your shoulders. Now serve the LORD your God and His people Israel.

Hebrews 9:4
containing the golden altar of incense and the gold-covered ark of the covenant. Inside the ark were the gold jar of manna, Aaron’s staff that had budded, and the stone tablets of the covenant.

Hebrews 9:6-7
When everything had been prepared in this way, the priests entered regularly into the first room to perform their sacred duties. / But only the high priest entered the second room, and then only once a year, and never without blood, which he offered for himself and for the sins the people had committed in ignorance.

Acts 7:44-45
Our fathers had the tabernacle of the Testimony with them in the wilderness. It was constructed exactly as God had directed Moses, according to the pattern he had seen. / And our fathers who received it brought it in with Joshua when they dispossessed the nations God drove out before them. It remained until the time of David,

Revelation 11:19
Then the temple of God in heaven was opened, and the ark of His covenant appeared in His temple. And there were flashes of lightning, rumblings, peals of thunder, an earthquake, and a great hailstorm.

Treasury of Scripture

And they brought up the ark of the LORD, and the tabernacle of the congregation, and all the holy vessels that were in the tabernacle, even those did the priests and the Levites bring up.

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1 Kings 3:4
And the king went to Gibeon to sacrifice there; for that was the great high place: a thousand burnt offerings did Solomon offer upon that altar.

2 Chronicles 1:3
So Solomon, and all the congregation with him, went to the high place that was at Gibeon; for there was the tabernacle of the congregation of God, which Moses the servant of the LORD had made in the wilderness.

tabernacle

Exodus 40:2-33
On the first day of the first month shalt thou set up the tabernacle of the tent of the congregation…

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1 Kings 8

1. The feast of the temple
12. Solomon's blessing
22. Solomon's prayer
54. Solomon's blessing
62. His sacrifice of peace offerings

Berean Study Bible

and they brought
The Hebrew root for "brought" is "בּוֹא" (bo), which means to come or to bring. This action signifies a deliberate and reverent movement towards a sacred purpose. The act of bringing the ark and the holy vessels underscores the importance of approaching God with intentionality and respect. Historically, this moment marks a significant transition from the temporary dwelling of God's presence in the Tent of Meeting to the more permanent structure of the Temple, symbolizing a new era in Israel's worship.

the ark of the LORD
The "ark" (Hebrew: "אֲרוֹן" - aron) is central to Israel's worship, representing God's covenant and presence among His people. The phrase "of the LORD" emphasizes the ark's divine ownership and sacredness. The ark contained the tablets of the Law, Aaron's rod, and manna, serving as a tangible reminder of God's faithfulness and provision. Its movement to the Temple signifies the fulfillment of God's promises and the establishment of His dwelling place among His people.

and the Tent of Meeting
The "Tent of Meeting" (Hebrew: "אֹהֶל מוֹעֵד" - ohel mo'ed) was the portable sanctuary used by the Israelites during their wilderness journey. It was the place where Moses met with God, and where God's presence was manifested. Bringing the Tent of Meeting to the Temple signifies the continuity of God's presence and the transition from a nomadic to a settled worship life. It highlights the faithfulness of God in journeying with His people and His desire to dwell among them.

and all the holy vessels
The "holy vessels" (Hebrew: "כְּלֵי הַקֹּדֶשׁ" - kelei ha-kodesh) were the sacred items used in worship and sacrifices. These included the altar, the lampstand, and other utensils necessary for the rituals prescribed by the Law. Their inclusion in this procession underscores the comprehensive nature of worship, involving both the sacred space and the sacred objects. It reflects the holistic approach to worship, where every detail is consecrated to God.

that were in the tent
This phrase indicates that all items associated with the Tent of Meeting were included in the transition to the Temple. It emphasizes the completeness of the transfer and the care taken to preserve the sanctity of worship. Historically, it marks the end of an era and the beginning of a new chapter in Israel's religious life, where worship would be centralized in Jerusalem.

The priests and Levites
The "priests" (Hebrew: "כֹּהֲנִים" - kohanim) and "Levites" (Hebrew: "לְוִיִּם" - levi'im) were the designated ministers of the sanctuary. Their role in carrying the ark and the holy vessels highlights the importance of ordained leadership in worship. The priests and Levites were set apart for service to God, and their involvement underscores the need for holiness and dedication in those who lead God's people in worship.

carried them
The act of carrying (Hebrew: "נָשָׂא" - nasa) the ark and the vessels is a physical demonstration of reverence and responsibility. It reflects the weight of the sacred duty entrusted to the priests and Levites. This action symbolizes the careful stewardship required in handling the things of God, reminding believers of the honor and responsibility of bearing God's presence in their lives.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(4) The tabernacle of the congregation (see 1Chronicles 16:39-40; 2Chronicles 1:3) was still at Gibeon; and the priests and Levites had hitherto been divided between it and the lesser tabernacle over the ark on Mount Zion. Probably each section of the priests and Levites now brought up in solemn procession the sacred things entrusted to them. According to the order of the Mosaic law (Numbers 3:25-37), the Kohathites had charge on the march of the ark and the vessels, the Gershonites of the Tabernacle and its hangings, and the Merarites of the boards and pillars of the Tabernacle and the outer court. This order, no doubt, was followed, as far as possible, on this its last journey. What became of the Tabernacle and its furniture (so far as this was disused), we are not told; but all was probably deposited, as a sacred relic of antiquity, somewhere in the precincts of the Temple. This seems to be implied in the famous Jewish tradition (see 2 Maccabees 2:4-6), that Jeremiah was enabled to hide by miracle "the Tabernacle and the ark and the altar of incense" on the destruction of the Temple.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 4. - And they brought up the ark of the Lord [which had now been for nearly 40 years "in the tabernacle that David had pitched for it" on the Mount Zion (2 Samuel 6:17) ], and the tabernacle of the congregation [Heb, "the tabernacle of meeting" (Exodus 29:42, 46. See Dict. Bib. 2. p. 1414; Bahr, Symbolik, 1:80, 81). This had been for many years at Gibeon. (Cf. ch. 3:4; 2 Chronicles 1:8; 1 Chronicles 16:39. See note on ch. 3:4.) The tabernacle of Mount Zion is never called "the tabernacle of the congregation" - indeed, it is expressly dis-tingnished from it, 2 Chronicles 1:3, 4. The ark and the tabernacle were now reunited in the temple of Solomon, thus "marking the identity and continuity of the life and ritual of the Hebrew Church" (Wordsworth) ], and all the holy vessels that were in the tabernacle [Perhaps the brazen altar. Certainly the altar of incense, the table of shewbread, the candlestick, and also the brazen serpent (Stanley) ], even those did the priests and Levites bring up. [We are hardly justified in saying (as Keil, al.) that the Levites carried all but the ark. The text rather favours the view that the priests assisted in bringing up the tabernacle and its furniture. So 2 Chronicles 5:5. Neither the tabernacle nor its vessels were designed for further use in the temple; the latter had been replaced by vessels better suited to the enlarged sanctuary - they were simply preserved, so far as we know, as relics of the past. in the treasury or side chambers.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

and they brought up
וַֽיַּעֲל֞וּ (way·ya·‘ă·lū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 5927: To ascend, in, actively

the ark
אֲר֤וֹן (’ă·rō·wn)
Noun - common singular construct
Strong's 727: A chest, ark

of the LORD
יְהוָה֙ (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

and
וְאֶת־ (wə·’eṯ-)
Conjunctive waw | Direct object marker
Strong's 853: Untranslatable mark of the accusative case

the Tent
אֹ֣הֶל (’ō·hel)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 168: A tent

of Meeting
מוֹעֵ֔ד (mō·w·‘êḏ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4150: Appointed time, place, or meeting

with
וְאֶֽת־ (wə·’eṯ-)
Conjunctive waw | Direct object marker
Strong's 853: Untranslatable mark of the accusative case

all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

[its]
בָּאֹ֑הֶל (bā·’ō·hel)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 168: A tent

sacred
הַקֹּ֖דֶשׁ (haq·qō·ḏeš)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6944: A sacred place, thing, sanctity

furnishings.
כְּלֵ֥י (kə·lê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 3627: Something prepared, any apparatus

So the priests
הַכֹּהֲנִ֖ים (hak·kō·hă·nîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 3548: Priest

and Levites
וְהַלְוִיִּֽם׃ (wə·hal·wî·yim)
Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - proper - masculine plural
Strong's 3881: Levites -- descendant of Levi

carried them up.
וַיַּעֲל֣וּ (way·ya·‘ă·lū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 5927: To ascend, in, actively

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OT History: 1 Kings 8:4 They brought up the ark of Yahweh (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg)