1 Kings 9:28 They sailed to Ophir and imported gold from there--420 talents--and delivered it to Solomon.

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New International Version
They sailed to Ophir and brought back 420 talents of gold, which they delivered to King Solomon.

New Living Translation
They sailed to Ophir and brought back to Solomon some sixteen tons of gold.

English Standard Version
And they went to Ophir and brought from there gold, 420 talents, and they brought it to King Solomon.

Berean Standard Bible
They sailed to Ophir and imported gold from there—420 talents—and delivered it to Solomon.

King James Bible
And they came to Ophir, and fetched from thence gold, four hundred and twenty talents, and brought it to king Solomon.

New King James Version
And they went to Ophir, and acquired four hundred and twenty talents of gold from there, and brought it to King Solomon.

New American Standard Bible
And they went to Ophir and received 420 talents of gold from there, and brought it to King Solomon.

NASB 1995
They went to Ophir and took four hundred and twenty talents of gold from there, and brought it to King Solomon.

NASB 1977
And they went to Ophir, and took four hundred and twenty talents of gold from there, and brought it to King Solomon.

Legacy Standard Bible
And they went to Ophir and took from there 420 talents of gold and brought it to King Solomon.

Amplified Bible
They came to Ophir and took four hundred and twenty talents of gold from there, and brought it to King Solomon.

Christian Standard Bible
They went to Ophir and acquired gold there—sixteen tons —and delivered it to Solomon.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
They went to Ophir and acquired gold there—16 tons—and delivered it to Solomon.

American Standard Version
And they came to Ophir, and fetched from thence gold, four hundred and twenty talents, and brought it to king Solomon.

English Revised Version
And they came to Ophir, and fetched from thence gold, four hundred and twenty talents, and brought it to king Solomon.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
they went to Ophir, got 31,500 pounds of gold, and brought it to King Solomon.

Good News Translation
They sailed to the land of Ophir and brought back to Solomon about sixteen tons of gold.

International Standard Version
They sailed as far as Ophir and brought back 420 talents of gold for Solomon.

Majority Standard Bible
They sailed to Ophir and imported gold from there?420 talents?and delivered it to Solomon.

NET Bible
They sailed to Ophir, took from there four hundred twenty talents of gold, and then brought them to King Solomon.

New Heart English Bible
They came to Ophir, and fetched from there gold, four hundred and twenty talents, and brought it to king Solomon.

Webster's Bible Translation
And they came to Ophir, and imported from thence gold, four hundred and twenty talents, and brought it to king Solomon.

World English Bible
They came to Ophir, and fetched from there gold, four hundred and twenty talents, and brought it to King Solomon.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
and they come to Ophir, and take four hundred and twenty talents of gold from there, and bring [it] to King Solomon.

Young's Literal Translation
and they come in to Ophir and take thence gold, four hundred and twenty talents, and bring it in unto king Solomon.

Smith's Literal Translation
And they will come to Ophir, and take gold, four hundred and twenty talents, and bring to king Solomon.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And they came to Ophir, and they brought from thence to king Solomon four hundred and twenty talents of gold.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And when they had gone to Ophir, taking from there four hundred twenty talents of gold, they brought it to king Solomon.

New American Bible
They went to Ophir, and obtained four hundred and twenty talents of gold and brought it to King Solomon.

New Revised Standard Version
They went to Ophir, and imported from there four hundred twenty talents of gold, which they delivered to King Solomon.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And they came to Ophir and took from there gold, four hundred and twenty talents, and brought it to King Solomon.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And they came to Uphir, and they took from there four hundred and twenty talents of gold, and they brought it to King Solomon.

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
And they came to Ophir, and fetched from thence gold, four hundred and twenty talents, and brought it to king Solomon.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And they came to Sophira, and took thence a hundred and twenty talents of gold, and brought them to king Solomon.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

Solomon's Numerous Achievements
…27And Hiram sent his servants, men who knew the sea, to serve in the fleet with Solomon’s servants. 28They sailed to Ophir and imported gold from there— 420 talents— and delivered it to Solomon.

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Cross References

2 Chronicles 8:18
So Hiram sent him ships captained by his servants, along with crews of experienced sailors. They went with Solomon’s servants to Ophir and acquired from there 450 talents of gold, which they delivered to King Solomon.

1 Kings 10:11
(The fleet of Hiram that brought gold from Ophir also brought from Ophir a great cargo of almug wood and precious stones.

1 Kings 10:22
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.

2 Chronicles 9:10
(The servants of Hiram and of Solomon who brought gold from Ophir also brought algum wood and precious stones.

2 Chronicles 9:21
For the king had the ships of Tarshish that went with Hiram’s servants, and once every three years the ships of Tarshish would arrive bearing gold, silver, ivory, apes, and peacocks.

1 Kings 5:6
Now therefore, order that cedars of Lebanon be cut down for me. My servants will be with your servants, and I will pay your servants whatever wages you set, for you know that there are none among us as skilled in logging as the Sidonians.”

1 Kings 5:9
My servants will haul the logs from Lebanon to the Sea, and I will float them as rafts by sea to the place you specify. There I will separate the logs, and you can take them away. And in exchange, you can meet my needs by providing my household with food.”

1 Kings 5:12
And the LORD gave Solomon wisdom, as He had promised him. There was peace between Hiram and Solomon, and the two of them made a treaty.

1 Kings 10:14
The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents,

2 Chronicles 9:13
The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents,

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.

Luke 11:31
The Queen of the South will rise at the judgment with the men of this generation and condemn them; for she came from the ends of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now One greater than Solomon is here.

Revelation 18:12
cargo of gold, silver, precious stones, and pearls; of fine linen, purple, silk, and scarlet; of all kinds of citron wood and every article of ivory, precious wood, bronze, iron, and marble;

Revelation 18:17
For in a single hour such fabulous wealth has been destroyed!” Every shipmaster, passenger, and sailor, and all who make their living from the sea, will stand at a distance

Ezekiel 27:22
The merchants of Sheba and Raamah traded with you; for your wares they exchanged gold, the finest of all spices, and precious stones.

Treasury of Scripture

And they came to Ophir, and fetched from there gold, four hundred and twenty talents, and brought it to king Solomon.

Ophir

1 Kings 10:11
And the navy also of Hiram, that brought gold from Ophir, brought in from Ophir great plenty of almug trees, and precious stones.

Genesis 10:29
And Ophir, and Havilah, and Jobab: all these were the sons of Joktan.

1 Chronicles 29:4
Even three thousand talents of gold, of the gold of Ophir, and seven thousand talents of refined silver, to overlay the walls of the houses withal:

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1 Kings 9

1. God's covenant in a vision with Solomon
10. The mutual presents of Solomon and Hiran
15. In Solomon's works the Gentiles were his bondmen, the Israelites servants
24. Pharaoh's daughter removes to her house
25. Solomon's yearly solemn sacrifices
26. His navy fetches gold from Ophir

Berean Study Bible

They sailed to Ophir
The phrase "They sailed to Ophir" indicates a significant maritime expedition undertaken by Solomon's fleet. The Hebrew root for "sailed" (אָבַר, 'abar) suggests a crossing or passage, emphasizing the journey's adventurous and exploratory nature. Ophir is a location shrouded in mystery, often associated with wealth and exotic goods. Historically, Ophir's exact location remains debated, with suggestions ranging from regions in Africa, Arabia, or even India. This journey reflects Solomon's expansive trade networks and his kingdom's reach, showcasing the fulfillment of God's promise of prosperity to Solomon.

and imported gold from there
The act of importing gold signifies the wealth and opulence of Solomon's reign. The Hebrew word for "imported" (בּוֹא, bo) implies bringing in or entering, highlighting the successful acquisition of valuable resources. Gold, a symbol of wealth and divine blessing, was crucial for Solomon's building projects, including the Temple. This importation underscores the economic strength and international influence of Israel under Solomon's rule, aligning with the biblical theme of God's provision and blessing upon His chosen leaders.

bringing 420 talents of gold
The specific mention of "420 talents of gold" quantifies the immense wealth acquired. A talent, in ancient measurements, was a substantial weight, approximately 75 pounds or 34 kilograms. Thus, 420 talents represent a massive amount of gold, reflecting the prosperity and grandeur of Solomon's kingdom. This wealth enabled Solomon to undertake grand projects and maintain a lavish court, fulfilling the biblical narrative of Israel's golden age under his leadership.

to King Solomon
The phrase "to King Solomon" emphasizes the centrality of Solomon in this narrative. As the recipient of this wealth, Solomon's role as a wise and prosperous king is highlighted. The Hebrew root for "king" (מֶלֶךְ, melek) denotes authority and governance, underscoring Solomon's divinely appointed position. Solomon's wisdom and wealth are seen as direct blessings from God, fulfilling the covenant promises made to David. This wealth not only signifies material prosperity but also spiritual favor, as Solomon's reign is marked by peace and divine wisdom, serving as a foreshadowing of the ultimate reign of Christ, the King of Kings.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(28) Ophir.--All that can be certainly gathered from the mention of Ophir in the Old Testament is, first; that it was situated to the east of Palestine and approached by the Red Sea (as is clear from this passage, from 1Kings 22:48, and from 2Chronicles 8:18; 2Chronicles 9:10), and next, that so famous was the gold imported from it, that the "gold of Ophir" became proverbial (Job 22:24, Job_28:16; Psalm 45:10; Isaiah 13:12; 1 Chronicles 4). All else is matter of speculation and tradition. Setting aside merely fanciful conjectures, substantial reasons have been given for fixing it geographically in Africa, Arabia, and India; and of these three positions, evidence strongly preponderates for the second or third. Tradition is in favour of India; the LXX. renders the name as Soufir, or Sofir, which is the Coptic word for "India; the Arabic versions actually render it "India;" and Josephus (Ant. viii. 6, 4) srates unhesitatingly that Ophir was in his day called "The Golden Chersonesus," which is the Malay peninsula. On the other hand, it is urged that "Ophir," in the ethnological list of Genesis 10:29, is placed among the sons of Joktan, clearly indicating an Arabian position; and that the mention of Ophir (here and in 1Kings 10:11), stands in close connection with the visit of the Queen of Sheba and the gold brought from Arabia. But neither of these considerations is conclusive. Looking to the products described as brought from Ophir, the "gold and precious stones" would suit either. but India better than Arabia (although, indeed, so far as gold is concerned, Western Africa would have better claim than either); while the "almug," or "algum" wood is certainly the "sandal wood" found almost exclusively on the Malabar coast, and the very word "algum" appears to be a corruption of its Sanscrit name valguka. If the other imports mentioned in 1Kings 10:22 were also from Ophir, this latter argument would be greatly strengthened. (See Note there.) But putting this aside as doubtful, the preponderance of evidence still appears to be in favour of India. The Tyrians, it may be added, are known to have had trading settlements on the Persian Gulf, and to have rivalled in the trade of the East the Egyptians, to whom it would more naturally have belonged. Various places have been named conjecturally as identical with Ophir: as in Arabia, Zaphar or Saphar, Doffir, and Zafari; in Africa, Sofala; and in India, Abhira, at the mouth of the Indus, and a Soupara mentioned by ancient Greek geographers, not far from Goa. . . .

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 28. - And they came to Ophir [It is perhaps impossible to identify this place with any degree of precision. The opinions of scholars may, however, be practically reduced to two, The first would place Ophir in India; the second in southern Arabia. In favour of India is

(1) the three years' voyage (but see on 1 Kings 10:22);

(2) most of the other treasures brought back by the fleet, exclusive of gold, are Indian products. But against it is urged the important fact that no gold is now found there, south of Cashmere, whilst south Arabia was famed for its abundant gold (Psalm 72:15; Ezekiel 27:22). On the other hand, it is alleged that in ancient times India was rich in gold (Ewald, 3. p. 264), and that there are no traces of gold mines in Arabia. The question is discussed at considerable length and with great learning by Mr. Twisleton (Dict. Bib. art. "Ophir"). He shows that it is reasonably certain

(1) that the Ophir of Genesis 10:29 is the name of some city, region, or tribe in Arabia, and . . .

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

They sailed
וַיָּבֹ֣אוּ (way·yā·ḇō·’ū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

to Ophir
אוֹפִ֔ירָה (’ō·w·p̄î·rāh)
Noun - proper - feminine singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 211: Ophir -- a son of Joktan, also his descendants, also a region from which gold comes

and imported
וַיִּקְח֤וּ (way·yiq·ḥū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 3947: To take

gold
זָהָ֔ב (zā·hāḇ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2091: Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky

from there—
מִשָּׁם֙ (miš·šām)
Preposition-m | Adverb
Strong's 8033: There, then, thither

420
אַרְבַּע־ (’ar·ba‘-)
Number - feminine singular
Strong's 702: Four

talents—
כִּכָּ֑ר (kik·kār)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 3603: A round, a round district, a round loaf, a round weight, a talent (a measure of weight or money)

and delivered
וַיָּבִ֖אוּ (way·yā·ḇi·’ū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

it to
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

Solomon.
שְׁלֹמֹֽה׃ (šə·lō·mōh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8010: Solomon -- David's son and successor to his throne

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OT History: 1 Kings 9:28 They came to Ophir and fetched (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg)