Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Year after year, everyone who came brought a gift—articles of silver and gold, and robes, weapons and spices, and horses and mules. New Living Translation Year after year everyone who visited brought him gifts of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, horses, and mules. English Standard Version Every one of them brought his present, articles of silver and of gold, garments, myrrh, spices, horses, and mules, so much year by year. Berean Standard Bible Year after year, each visitor would bring his tribute: articles of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, horses, and mules. King James Bible And they brought every man his present, vessels of silver, and vessels of gold, and raiment, harness, and spices, horses, and mules, a rate year by year. New King James Version Each man brought his present: articles of silver and gold, garments, armor, spices, horses, and mules, at a set rate year by year. New American Standard Bible They were bringing, each of them his gift: articles of silver and gold, garments, weapons, balsam oil, horses, and mules, so much year by year. NASB 1995 They brought every man his gift, articles of silver and gold, garments, weapons, spices, horses and mules, so much year by year. NASB 1977 And they brought every man his gift, articles of silver and gold, garments, weapons, spices, horses, and mules, so much year by year. Legacy Standard Bible And they brought every man his present, articles of silver and gold, garments, weapons, spices, horses and mules, a set amount year by year. Amplified Bible Each man brought his gift, articles of silver and gold, garments, weapons, spices, horses and mules, so much year by year. Christian Standard Bible Each of them would bring his own gift—items of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, and horses and mules—as an annual tribute. Holman Christian Standard Bible Each of them would bring his own gift—items of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, and horses and mules—as an annual tribute. American Standard Version And they brought every man his tribute, vessels of silver, and vessels of gold, and raiment, armor, and spices, horses, and mules, a rate year by year. English Revised Version And they brought very man his present, vessels of silver, and vessels of gold, and raiment, armour, and spices, horses, and mules, a rate year by year. GOD'S WORD® Translation So everyone who came brought him gifts: articles of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, horses, and mules. This happened year after year. Good News Translation Each of them brought Solomon gifts--articles of silver and gold, robes, weapons, spices, horses, and mules. This continued year after year. International Standard Version Everyone kept on bringing gifts on an annual basis, including items made of silver and gold, garments, myrrh, spices, horses, and mules. Majority Standard Bible Year after year, each visitor would bring his tribute: articles of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, horses, and mules. NET Bible Year after year visitors brought their gifts, which included items of silver, items of gold, clothes, perfume, spices, horses, and mules. New Heart English Bible They brought every man his tribute, vessels of silver, and vessels of gold, and clothing, armor, and spices, horses, and mules, a rate year by year. Webster's Bible Translation And they brought every man his present, vessels of silver, and vessels of gold, and raiment, harness, and spices, horses, and mules, a rate year by year. World English Bible They each brought tribute: vessels of silver, vessels of gold, clothing, armor, spices, horses, and mules every year. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand they are each bringing in his present, vessels of silver, and vessels of gold, and garments, harness, and spices, horses, and mules, a rate year by year. Young's Literal Translation and they are bringing in each his present, vessels of silver, and vessels of gold, and garments, harness, and spices, horses, and mules, a rate year by year. Smith's Literal Translation And they bringing each his gift, vessels of silver and vessels of gold, and garments, weapons and spices, horses and mules, the word of a year in a year. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd every year they brought him presents, vessels of silver and of gold, and garments, and armour, and spices, and horses, and mules. Catholic Public Domain Version And they were bringing to him gifts, vessels of silver and of gold, and garments, and armor, and aromatics, and horses, and mules, throughout each year. New American Bible They all brought their tribute: vessels of silver and gold, garments, weapons, spices, horses, and mules—what was due each year. New Revised Standard Version Every one of them brought a present, objects of silver and gold, garments, weaponry, spices, horses, and mules, so much year by year. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd they brought every man his present, vessels of silver and vessels of gold and garments, myrrh and spices, horses and mules, a fixed amount year by year. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And those were bringing to him, each man, his offering vessels of silver and vessels of gold and garments and myrrh and sweet fragrances and horses and shemules by account every year by year. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And they brought every man his present, vessels of silver, and vessels of gold, and raiment, armour, and spices, horses, and mules, a rate year by year. Brenton Septuagint Translation And they brought every one his gifts, silver vessels and golden vessels, and raiment, myrrh and spices, horses and mules, a rate every year. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Solomon's Wealth and Splendor…23All the kings of the earth sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart. 24 Year after year, each visitor would bring his tribute: articles of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, horses, and mules. 25Solomon had 4,000 stalls for horses and chariots, and 12,000 horses, which he stationed in the chariot cities and also with him in Jerusalem.… Cross References 1 Kings 10:25 Year after year, each visitor would bring his tribute: articles of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, horses, and mules. Psalm 72:10-11 May the kings of Tarshish and distant shores bring tribute; may the kings of Sheba and Seba offer gifts. / May all kings bow down to him and all nations serve him. Isaiah 60:5-6 Then you will look and be radiant, and your heart will tremble and swell with joy, because the riches of the sea will be brought to you, and the wealth of the nations will come to you. / Caravans of camels will cover your land, young camels of Midian and Ephah, and all from Sheba will come, bearing gold and frankincense and proclaiming the praises of the LORD. Matthew 2:11 On coming to the house, they saw the Child with His mother Mary, and they fell down and worshiped Him. Then they opened their treasures and presented Him with gifts of gold and frankincense and myrrh. 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 4:34 So men of all nations came to listen to Solomon’s wisdom, sent by all the kings of the earth, who had heard of his wisdom. 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 10:22 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. 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 10:18-20 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 10:23-24 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. 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 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. 2 Chronicles 1:15-17 The king made silver and gold as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills. / 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. 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. Treasury of Scripture And they brought every man his present, vessels of silver, and vessels of gold, and raiment, harness, and spices, horses, and mules, a rate year by year. every man 2 Chronicles 9:9 And she gave the king an hundred and twenty talents of gold, and of spices great abundance, and precious stones: neither was there any such spice as the queen of Sheba gave king Solomon. 1 Samuel 10:27 But the children of Belial said, How shall this man save us? And they despised him, and brought him no presents. But he held his peace. 1 Kings 9:14 And Hiram sent to the king sixscore talents of gold. Jump to Previous Armor Armour Articles Beasts Clothing Coats Garments Gift Gold Harness Horses Metal Mules Myrrh Offering Present Raiment Rate Regularly Robes Silver Spices Transport Tribute Vessels WeaponsJump to Next Armor Armour Articles Beasts Clothing Coats Garments Gift Gold Harness Horses Metal Mules Myrrh Offering Present Raiment Rate Regularly Robes Silver Spices Transport Tribute Vessels Weapons2 Chronicles 9 1. The queen of sheba admires the wisdom of Solomon13. 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 Year after year This phrase indicates a continuous and sustained period of time, suggesting the ongoing prosperity and influence of Solomon's reign. It reflects the fulfillment of God's promise to David that his son would have a kingdom of peace and prosperity. The regularity of these tributes underscores the stability and wealth of Solomon's kingdom, as well as the respect and recognition he commanded from surrounding nations. each visitor would bring his tribute articles of silver and gold clothing weapons spices horses and mules Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonThe king of Israel during this time, known for his wisdom, wealth, and building projects, including the Temple in Jerusalem. 2. Jerusalem The capital city of Israel, where Solomon reigned and where the Temple was located. 3. Visitors to Solomon These were dignitaries, rulers, and people of influence from various nations who came to hear Solomon's wisdom and see his wealth. 4. Gifts The items brought to Solomon, which included silver, gold, garments, weapons, spices, horses, and mules, signifying respect and alliance. 5. The Kingdom of Israel Under Solomon's rule, it was a period of peace and prosperity, attracting international attention and tribute. Teaching Points The Influence of Godly WisdomSolomon's wisdom, a gift from God, attracted people from all over the world. This demonstrates the power and influence of godly wisdom in our lives. We should seek wisdom from God to impact those around us positively. The Temporary Nature of Earthly Wealth While Solomon's wealth was immense, it serves as a reminder of the temporary nature of material possessions. Our focus should be on eternal treasures and values. Generosity and Giving The act of bringing gifts to Solomon reflects a principle of generosity and giving. As Christians, we are called to be generous with our resources, using them to bless others and further God's kingdom. The Importance of Reputation Solomon's reputation for wisdom and wealth drew people to him. As believers, our character and reputation should reflect Christ, drawing others to Him. The Role of Leadership Solomon's leadership brought peace and prosperity to Israel. Godly leadership in any sphere can lead to blessings and stability for those under its influence.(24) And they brought.--Used to bring. (Comp. 2Chronicles 9:14.) Harness--i.e., weapons and armour. Compare Macbeth's "At least we'll die with harness on our back." A rate year by year.--Literally, a year's matter in a year. Solomon's vassal kings are intended. Verse 24. - Every man his present; Hebrew, מִנְחָתי; which word represents the treats, paid partly in money, partly in kind (2 Samuel 8:2; 2 Kings 17:3, 4; and the parallel). A rate year by year; Hebrew, דְּבַר־שָׁנָח; which might be simply rendered, "a yearly thing."Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Yearשָׁנָ֖ה (šā·nāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 8141: A year after year, בְּשָׁנָֽה׃ (bə·šā·nāh) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 8141: A year [each] visitor אִ֣ישׁ (’îš) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person would bring מְבִיאִ֣ים (mə·ḇî·’îm) Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go his tribute: מִנְחָת֡וֹ (min·ḥā·ṯōw) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 4503: A donation, tribute, a sacrificial offering articles כְּלֵ֣י (kə·lê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 3627: Something prepared, any apparatus of silver כֶסֶף֩ (ḵe·sep̄) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3701: Silver, money and gold, זָהָ֤ב (zā·hāḇ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2091: Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky clothing, וּשְׂלָמוֹת֙ (ū·śə·lā·mō·wṯ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 8008: A wrapper, mantle weapons, נֵ֣שֶׁק (nê·šeq) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5402: Military equipment, arms, an arsenal spices, וּבְשָׂמִ֔ים (ū·ḇə·śā·mîm) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1314: Fragrance, spicery, the balsam plant horses, סוּסִ֖ים (sū·sîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 5483: A swallow, swift (type of bird) and mules. וּפְרָדִ֑ים (ū·p̄ə·rā·ḏîm) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 6505: A mule Links 2 Chronicles 9:24 NIV2 Chronicles 9:24 NLT 2 Chronicles 9:24 ESV 2 Chronicles 9:24 NASB 2 Chronicles 9:24 KJV 2 Chronicles 9:24 BibleApps.com 2 Chronicles 9:24 Biblia Paralela 2 Chronicles 9:24 Chinese Bible 2 Chronicles 9:24 French Bible 2 Chronicles 9:24 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Chronicles 9:24 They brought every man his tribute vessels (2 Chron. 2Ch iiCh ii ch 2 chr 2chr) |
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