2 Chronicles 9:13
New International Version
The weight of the gold that Solomon received yearly was 666 talents,

New Living Translation
Each year Solomon received about 25 tons of gold.

English Standard Version
Now the weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year was 666 talents of gold,

Berean Standard Bible
The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents,

King James Bible
Now the weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year was six hundred and threescore and six talents of gold;

New King James Version
The weight of gold that came to Solomon yearly was six hundred and sixty-six talents of gold,

New American Standard Bible
Now the weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year was 666 talents of gold,

NASB 1995
Now the weight of gold which came to Solomon in one year was 666 talents of gold,

NASB 1977
Now the weight of gold which came to Solomon in one year was 666 talents of gold,

Legacy Standard Bible
Now the weight of gold which came to Solomon in one year was 666 talents of gold,

Amplified Bible
Now the weight of gold which came to Solomon in one year was 666 talents,

Christian Standard Bible
The weight of gold that came to Solomon annually was twenty-five tons,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The weight of gold that came to Solomon annually was 25 tons,

American Standard Version
Now the weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year was six hundred and threescore and six talents of gold,

Contemporary English Version
Solomon received almost 23 tons of gold each year,

English Revised Version
Now the weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year was six hundred and threescore and six talents of gold;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The gold that came to Solomon in one year weighed 49,950 pounds,

Good News Translation
Every year King Solomon received over twenty-five tons of gold,

International Standard Version
Solomon received in any given year about 666 talents of gold,

Majority Standard Bible
The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents,

NET Bible
Solomon received 666 talents of gold per year,

New Heart English Bible
Now the weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year was six hundred and sixty-six talents of gold,

Webster's Bible Translation
Now the weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year was six hundred and sixty and six talents of gold;

World English Bible
Now the weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year was six hundred sixty-six talents of gold,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And the weight of the gold that is coming to Solomon in one year is six hundred and sixty-six talents of gold,

Young's Literal Translation
And the weight of the gold that is coming to Solomon in one year is six hundred and sixty and six talents of gold,

Smith's Literal Translation
And the weight of the gold that came to Solomon in one year will be six hundred and sixty six talents of gold;
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the weight of the gold, that was brought to Solomon every year, was six hundred and sixty-six talents of gold:

Catholic Public Domain Version
Now the weight of the gold, which was being brought to Solomon throughout each year, was six hundred sixty-six talents of gold,

New American Bible
The gold that came to Solomon in one year weighed six hundred and sixty-six gold talents,

New Revised Standard Version
The weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year was six hundred sixty-six talents of gold,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Now the weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year was six hundred and sixty-six talents of gold,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the sum of gold that was coming was to Solomon in one year six hundred and sixty and six talents of gold
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Now the weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year was six hundred and threescore and six talents of gold;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the weight of the gold that was brought to Solomon in one year was six hundred and sixty-six talents of gold,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Solomon's Wealth and Splendor
13The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents, 14not 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.…

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

1 Kings 10:21-22
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.

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

1 Kings 4:21
And Solomon reigned over all the kingdoms from the Euphrates to the land of the Philistines, as far as the border of Egypt. These kingdoms offered tribute and served Solomon all the days of his life.

1 Kings 4:24
For Solomon had dominion over everything west of the Euphrates—over all the kingdoms from Tiphsah to Gaza—and he had peace on all sides.

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

1 Kings 10:10
Then she gave the king 120 talents of gold, a great quantity of spices, and precious stones. Never again were spices in such abundance brought in as those the queen of Sheba gave to King Solomon.

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.

1 Kings 10:23-25
So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. / The whole world 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 10:26
Solomon accumulated 1,400 chariots and 12,000 horses, which he stationed in the chariot cities and also with him in Jerusalem.

1 Kings 10:11-12
(The fleet of Hiram that brought gold from Ophir also brought from Ophir a great cargo of almug wood and precious stones. / The king made the almug wood into steps for the house of the LORD and for the king’s palace, and into lyres and harps for the singers. Never before had such almug wood been brought in, nor has such been seen again to this day.)

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.

1 Kings 10:16-17
King Solomon made two hundred large shields of hammered gold; six hundred shekels of gold went into each shield. / He also made three hundred small shields of hammered gold; three minas of gold went into each shield. And the king put them in the House of the Forest of Lebanon.

1 Kings 10:28-29
Solomon’s horses were imported from Egypt and Kue; the royal merchants purchased them from Kue. / A chariot could be imported from Egypt for six hundred shekels of silver, and a horse for a hundred and fifty. Likewise, they exported them to all the kings of the Hittites and to the kings of Aram.

1 Kings 4:26
Solomon had 4,000 stalls for his chariot horses and 12,000 horses.


Treasury of Scripture

Now the weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year was six hundred and three score and six talents of gold;

the weight

1 Kings 10:13
And king Solomon gave unto the queen of Sheba all her desire, whatsoever she asked, beside that which Solomon gave her of his royal bounty. So she turned and went to her own country, she and her servants.

Psalm 20:4
Grant thee according to thine own heart, and fulfil all thy counsel.

Ephesians 3:20
Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,

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2 Chronicles 9
1. The queen of sheba admires the wisdom of Solomon
13. Solomon's revenue in gold
15. His targets and shields
17. The throne of ivory
20. His vessels
23. His presents
25. His chariots and horse
26. His tributes
29. His reign and death














The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year
This phrase highlights the immense wealth and prosperity of King Solomon's reign. Solomon's annual income of gold signifies the peak of Israel's economic power and influence during his rule. The accumulation of wealth was a fulfillment of God's promise to Solomon, as seen in 1 Kings 3:13, where God grants him riches and honor. This wealth also reflects the extensive trade networks and alliances Solomon established, particularly with nations like Tyre and Sheba, as described in 1 Kings 10 and 2 Chronicles 9.

was 666 talents,
The specific number, 666 talents, is significant and has sparked much discussion. A talent was a large unit of weight, approximately 75 pounds or 34 kilograms, making 666 talents an enormous amount of gold. This figure underscores Solomon's unparalleled wealth but also serves as a point of caution. The number 666 is later associated with imperfection and human fallibility in Revelation 13:18, where it is the number of the beast. This connection may suggest a subtle warning about the potential for wealth and power to lead to spiritual decline, as seen in Solomon's later years when he turned away from God (1 Kings 11:4). Solomon's wealth, while a blessing, also foreshadows the dangers of materialism and idolatry, themes that resonate throughout Scripture.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Solomon
The son of King David and Bathsheba, Solomon was the third king of Israel. Known for his wisdom, wealth, and building projects, including the First Temple in Jerusalem, Solomon's reign is often seen as a high point in Israel's history.

2. Jerusalem
The capital city of Israel during Solomon's reign, Jerusalem was the political and spiritual center of the nation. It housed the Temple, which Solomon built as a place for the worship of Yahweh.

3. Gold
A precious metal that symbolized wealth and prosperity. In the context of Solomon's reign, gold was a significant indicator of the kingdom's economic strength and Solomon's personal wealth.

4. 666 talents
A measure of weight used in ancient times. The number 666 here represents the annual amount of gold that came to Solomon, highlighting the immense wealth he accumulated.

5. Trade and Tribute
The wealth mentioned in this verse was likely accumulated through trade agreements and tributes from other nations, reflecting Solomon's extensive influence and the prosperity of his kingdom.
Teaching Points
The Danger of Wealth
While wealth itself is not inherently evil, the pursuit and accumulation of wealth can lead to spiritual complacency and a departure from reliance on God. Solomon's wealth, as described in this verse, serves as a cautionary tale.

God's Provision and Blessing
Solomon's wealth was a result of God's blessing and provision. It is important to recognize that all we have comes from God and should be used for His glory.

Wisdom Over Wealth
Solomon is known for his wisdom, which he initially valued over wealth. Believers are encouraged to seek wisdom and understanding from God above material riches.

Stewardship
The resources and wealth we have should be managed wisely and used to further God's kingdom. Solomon's wealth could have been an opportunity for greater service and worship.(b) SOLOMON'S INCOME, SPLENDOUR, AND DOMINION--(2Chronicles 9:13-28). Comp. 1Kings 10:14-29, and 1Kings 4:26-27.

(13) Now the weight of gold.--See 1Kings 10:14, with which this verse coincides.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The weight
מִשְׁקַ֣ל (miš·qal)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4948: Weight, weighing

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

that
אֲשֶׁר־ (’ă·šer-)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

came
בָּ֥א (bā)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

to Solomon
לִשְׁלֹמֹ֖ה (liš·lō·mōh)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8010: Solomon -- David's son and successor to his throne

each year
בְּשָׁנָ֣ה (bə·šā·nāh)
Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 8141: A year

was
וַיְהִי֙ (way·hî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

666
שֵׁ֥שׁ (šêš)
Number - feminine singular construct
Strong's 8337: Six (a cardinal number)

talents,
כִּכְּרֵ֥י (kik·kə·rê)
Noun - feminine plural construct
Strong's 3603: A round, a round district, a round loaf, a round weight, a talent (a measure of weight or money)


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