The term "undersetters" appears in the context of the construction of Solomon's Temple, specifically in the description of the elaborate bases for the ten bronze lavers crafted by Hiram, a skilled artisan from Tyre. These bases are detailed in 1 Kings 7:27-39, where the intricate design and craftsmanship of the temple furnishings are highlighted.

In 1 Kings 7:30 , the text states: "Each stand had four bronze wheels with bronze axles, and each had a basin resting on four supports, with wreaths at each side." The "supports" mentioned here are often referred to as "undersetters" in other translations. These undersetters were part of the structural design that provided stability and support to the lavers, which were used for ceremonial washing.

The undersetters were not merely functional but also decorative, contributing to the overall aesthetic and symbolic significance of the temple furnishings. The detailed craftsmanship reflects the importance of the temple as a place of worship and the care taken to ensure that every element was both beautiful and purposeful.

Theologically, the use of undersetters in the temple construction can be seen as a reflection of the order and precision that God desires in worship. The temple, as the dwelling place of God's presence among His people, was to be constructed with the utmost care and attention to detail, symbolizing the holiness and majesty of God.

The presence of undersetters also underscores the theme of support and foundation, which is prevalent throughout Scripture. Just as the lavers required a firm foundation to function properly, so too do believers require a solid foundation in their faith. This concept is echoed in passages such as Matthew 7:24-25, where Jesus speaks of the wise man who builds his house on the rock.

In summary, the undersetters in Solomon's Temple serve as a testament to the intricate design and divine order that characterized the temple's construction. They highlight the importance of a strong foundation, both in physical structures and in spiritual life, as a means of honoring God and facilitating proper worship.Undersetters (2 Occurrences)

1 Kings 7:30
And every base had four brazen wheels, and plates of brass: and the four corners thereof had undersetters: under the laver were undersetters molten, at the side of every addition.
(KJV JPS ASV WBS)

1 Kings 7:34
And there were four undersetters to the four corners of one base: and the undersetters were of the very base itself.
(KJV JPS ASV WBS)

Undersetters (2 Occurrences)
...Undersetters (2 Occurrences). ... 1 Kings 7:34 And there were four undersetters to the
four corners of one base: and the undersetters were of the very base itself. ...
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Plates (19 Occurrences)
... 1 Kings 7:30 And every base had four brazen wheels, and plates of brass: and the
four corners thereof had undersetters: under the laver were undersetters molten ...
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Brazen (42 Occurrences)
... 1 Kings 7:30 And every base had four brazen wheels, and plates of brass: and the
four corners thereof had undersetters: under the laver were undersetters molten ...
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Laver (13 Occurrences)
... 1 Kings 7:30 And every base had four brazen wheels, and plates of brass: and the
four corners thereof had undersetters: under the laver were undersetters molten ...
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Corners (56 Occurrences)
... 1 Kings 7:30 And every base had four brazen wheels, and plates of brass: and the
four corners thereof had undersetters: under the laver were undersetters molten ...
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Addition (112 Occurrences)
... 1 Kings 7:30 And every base had four brazen wheels, and plates of brass: and the
four corners thereof had undersetters: under the laver were undersetters molten ...
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Piece (93 Occurrences)
... (See RSV). 1 Kings 7:34 And there were four undersetters at the four corners of
each base: the undersetters thereof were of the base itself. (See JPS DBY RSV). ...
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Undersides (1 Occurrence)

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Undersetter

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