Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version and King Solomon and the entire assembly of Israel that had gathered about him were before the ark, sacrificing so many sheep and cattle that they could not be recorded or counted. New Living Translation There, before the Ark, King Solomon and the entire community of Israel sacrificed so many sheep, goats, and cattle that no one could keep count! English Standard Version And King Solomon and all the congregation of Israel, who had assembled before him, were before the ark, sacrificing so many sheep and oxen that they could not be counted or numbered. Berean Standard Bible There, 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. Berean Literal Bible And King Solomon and all the congregation of Israel who were assembled with him before the ark were sacrificing sheep and oxen that could not be counted and not numbered for multitude. King James Bible Also king Solomon, and all the congregation of Israel that were assembled unto him before the ark, sacrificed sheep and oxen, which could not be told nor numbered for multitude. New King James Version Also King Solomon, and all the congregation of Israel who were assembled with him before the ark, were sacrificing sheep and oxen that could not be counted or numbered for multitude. New American Standard Bible And King Solomon and all the congregation of Israel who had assembled with him before the ark were sacrificing so many sheep and oxen that they could not be counted or numbered. NASB 1995 And King Solomon and all the congregation of Israel who were assembled with him before the ark, were sacrificing so many sheep and oxen that they could not be counted or numbered. NASB 1977 And King Solomon and all the congregation of Israel who were assembled with him before the ark were sacrificing so many sheep and oxen, that they could not be counted or numbered. Legacy Standard Bible And King Solomon and all the congregation of Israel who congregated with him before the ark, were sacrificing so many sheep and oxen that they could not be counted or numbered. Amplified Bible And King Solomon and all the assembly of Israel who gathered together with him before the ark were sacrificing so many sheep and oxen that they could not be counted or numbered. Berean Annotated Bible There, before the ark, King Solomon (peace) and the whole congregation of Israel (he wrestles with God) who had assembled with him sacrificed so many sheep and oxen that they could not be counted or numbered. Christian Standard Bible King Solomon and the entire congregation of Israel who had gathered around him were in front of the ark sacrificing sheep, goats, and cattle that could not be counted or numbered because there were so many. Holman Christian Standard Bible King Solomon and the entire congregation of Israel who had gathered around him were in front of the ark sacrificing sheep and cattle that could not be counted or numbered because there were so many. American Standard Version And king Solomon and all the congregation of Israel, that were assembled unto him, were before the ark, sacrificing sheep and oxen, that could not be counted nor numbered for multitude. Contemporary English Version Solomon and a crowd of people stood in front of the chest and sacrificed more sheep and cattle than could be counted. English Revised Version And king Solomon and all the congregation of Israel, that were assembled unto him, were before the ark, sacrificing sheep and oxen, that could not be told nor numbered for multitude. GOD'S WORD® Translation while King Solomon and the whole assembly from Israel were offering countless sheep and cattle sacrifices in front of the ark. Good News Translation King Solomon and all the people of Israel assembled in front of the Covenant Box and sacrificed a large number of sheep and cattle--too many to count. International Standard Version King Solomon and all the Israelis who had assembled together proceeded ahead of the ark and sacrificed more sheep and oxen than could be counted or recorded due to the number of sacrifices. NET Bible Now King Solomon and all the Israelites who had assembled with him went on ahead of the ark and sacrificed more sheep and cattle than could be counted or numbered. New Heart English Bible King Solomon and all the congregation of Israel, that were assembled to him, were before the ark, sacrificing sheep and cattle, that could not be counted nor numbered for multitude. Webster's Bible Translation Also king Solomon, and all the congregation of Israel that were assembled to him before the ark, sacrificed sheep and oxen, which could not be told nor numbered for multitude. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThere, 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. World English Bible King Solomon and all the congregation of Israel who were assembled to him were before the ark, sacrificing sheep and cattle that could not be counted or numbered for multitude. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand King Solomon and all the congregation of Israel who are convened to him before the Ark are sacrificing sheep and oxen that are not counted nor numbered from multitude. Berean Literal Bible And King Solomon and all the congregation of Israel who were assembled with him before the ark were sacrificing sheep and oxen that could not be counted and not numbered for multitude. Young's Literal Translation and king Solomon and all the company of Israel who are convened unto him before the ark are sacrificing sheep and oxen, that are not counted nor numbered from multitude. Smith's Literal Translation And king Solomon and all the assembly of Israel being assembled to him before the ark, sacrificing sheep and oxen, which shall not be counted and numbered for multitude. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd king Solomon and all the assembly of Israel, and all that were gathered together before the ark, sacrificed rams, and oxen without number: so great was the multitude of the victims. Catholic Public Domain Version Now king Solomon, and the entire assembly of Israel, and all who had gathered together before the ark, were immolating rams and oxen without any number, for so great was the multitude of the victims. New American Bible King Solomon and the entire community of Israel, gathered for the occasion before the ark, sacrificed sheep and oxen too many to number or count. New Revised Standard Version King Solomon and all the congregation of Israel, who had assembled before him, were before the ark, sacrificing so many sheep and oxen that they could not be numbered or counted. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd King Solomon and all the people of Israel that were assembled to him before the ark sacrificed sheep and oxen which could not be counted nor numbered for multitude. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And King Solomon and all the people were prepared standing before the Ark, and they sacrificed sheep and oxen which are without number and are not estimated by their multitude. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And king Solomon and all the congregation of Israel, that were assembled unto him, were before the ark, sacrificing sheep and oxen, that could not be counted nor numbered for multitude. Brenton Septuagint Translation And king Solomon, and all the elders of Israel, and the religious of them, and they of them that were gathered before the ark, were sacrificing calves and sheep, which could not be numbered or reckoned for multitude. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Ark Enters the Temple…5and they brought up the ark and the Tent of Meeting with all its sacred furnishings. The Levitical priests carried them up. 6There, 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. 7Then the priests brought the ark of the covenant of the LORD to its place in the inner sanctuary of the temple, the Most Holy Place, beneath the wings of the cherubim.… Cross References There, before the ark, 1 Kings 8:6 Then the priests brought the ark of the covenant of the LORD to its place in the inner sanctuary of the temple, the Most Holy Place, beneath the wings of the cherubim. 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. 2 Samuel 6:17 So they brought the ark of the LORD and set it in its place inside the tent that David had pitched for it. Then David offered burnt offerings and peace offerings before the LORD. King Solomon and the whole congregation of Israel 1 Kings 8:5 There, 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. 1 Kings 8:14 And as the whole assembly of Israel stood there, the king turned around and blessed them all 1 Kings 8:55 And he stood and blessed the whole assembly of Israel in a loud voice, saying: who had assembled with him 1 Kings 8:2 And all the men of Israel came together to King Solomon at the feast in the seventh month, the month of Ethanim. 1 Kings 8:65 So at that time Solomon and all Israel with him—a great assembly of people from Lebo-hamath to the Brook of Egypt—kept the feast before the LORD our God for seven days and seven more days—fourteen days in all. 1 Kings 8:1 At that time Solomon assembled before him in Jerusalem the elders of Israel—all the tribal heads and family leaders of the Israelites—to bring up the ark of the covenant of the LORD from Zion, the City of David. sacrificed so many sheep and oxen 2 Chronicles 7:5 And King Solomon offered a sacrifice of 22,000 oxen and 120,000 sheep. So the king and all the people dedicated the house of God. 1 Kings 8:63 And Solomon offered as peace offerings to the LORD 22,000 oxen and 120,000 sheep. So the king and all the Israelites dedicated the house of the LORD. 1 Chronicles 29:21 The next day they offered sacrifices and presented burnt offerings to the LORD: a thousand bulls, a thousand rams, and a thousand lambs, along with their drink offerings, and other sacrifices in abundance for all Israel. that they could not be counted or numbered. 1 Kings 3:8 Your servant is here among the people You have chosen, a people too numerous to count or number. Jeremiah 33:22 As the hosts of heaven cannot be counted and as the sand on the seashore cannot be measured, so too will I multiply the descendants of My servant David and the Levites who minister before Me.” Genesis 15:5 And the LORD took him outside and said, “Now look to the heavens and count the stars, if you are able.” Then He told him, “So shall your offspring be.” Exodus 29:18 Then burn the entire ram on the altar; it is a burnt offering to the LORD, a pleasing aroma, a food offering to the LORD. Treasury of Scripture Also king Solomon, and all the congregation of Israel that were assembled to him before the ark, sacrificed sheep and oxen, which could not be told nor numbered for multitude. 2 Samuel 6:13 And it was so, that when they that bare the ark of the LORD had gone six paces, he sacrificed oxen and fatlings. 1 Kings 8:5 And king Solomon, and all the congregation of Israel, that were assembled unto him, were with him before the ark, sacrificing sheep and oxen, that could not be told nor numbered for multitude. 1 Chronicles 16:1,2 So they brought the ark of God, and set it in the midst of the tent that David had pitched for it: and they offered burnt sacrifices and peace offerings before God… Jump to Previous Ark Assembled Assembly Cattle Company Congregation Counted Entire Gathered Israel Making Multitude Numbered Offerings Oxen Sacrificed Sacrificing Sheep Solomon TogetherJump to Next Ark Assembled Assembly Cattle Company Congregation Counted Entire Gathered Israel Making Multitude Numbered Offerings Oxen Sacrificed Sacrificing Sheep Solomon Together2 Chronicles 5 1. The dedicated treasures2. The solemn induction of the ark into the oracle 11. God being praised, gives a visible sign of his favor There, before the ark The Ark of the Covenant was the most sacred object in the Israelite religion, symbolizing God's presence among His people. It was housed in the Most Holy Place of the temple, which Solomon had just completed. The Ark contained the tablets of the Law, Aaron's rod, and a pot of manna, representing God's covenant, leadership, and provision. The presence of the Ark signified God's dwelling with Israel, fulfilling His promise to be their God. 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 Persons / Places / Events 1. King SolomonThe son of King David, Solomon was the king of Israel who built the temple in Jerusalem, fulfilling his father David's vision. 2. The Whole Congregation of Israel This refers to the assembly of the people of Israel who gathered for the dedication of the temple, representing the unity and collective worship of the nation. 3. The Ark of the Covenant A sacred chest that held the tablets of the Ten Commandments, symbolizing God's presence and covenant with Israel. 4. Sacrifices of Sheep and Oxen These sacrifices were acts of worship and dedication, symbolizing the people's devotion and the atonement for sin. 5. The Temple in Jerusalem The central place of worship for Israel, representing God's dwelling among His people. Teaching Points The Importance of WorshipThe extravagant number of sacrifices highlights the importance of worship and dedication to God. Worship should be central in our lives, reflecting our reverence and gratitude. Unity in Worship The gathering of the whole congregation signifies the power of communal worship. As believers, we should seek unity in our worship, coming together to honor God. Sacrificial Living The sacrifices point to the need for atonement and dedication. In Christ, we are called to live sacrificially, offering our lives in service to God and others. God's Presence The Ark of the Covenant symbolizes God's presence. Today, through the Holy Spirit, God's presence dwells within us, guiding and empowering us. Fulfillment in Christ The Old Testament sacrifices foreshadow the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus. Understanding this connection deepens our appreciation for His redemptive work. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 5:6?2. How does 2 Chronicles 5:6 emphasize the importance of sacrificial worship today? 3. What can we learn from the priests' dedication in 2 Chronicles 5:6? 4. How does 2 Chronicles 5:6 connect to New Testament teachings on sacrifice? 5. In what ways can we offer our own "sacrifices" to God daily? 6. How does the multitude's participation in 2 Chronicles 5:6 inspire communal worship practices? 7. Why did Solomon offer so many sacrifices in 2 Chronicles 5:6? 8. What is the significance of the sheep and oxen in 2 Chronicles 5:6? 9. How does 2 Chronicles 5:6 reflect ancient Israelite worship practices? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 5? 11. What was the purpose of Solomon's Temple? 12. 2 Chronicles 5:1 - How can we verify historically or archaeologically that Solomon truly amassed such vast treasures and completed the Temple as described? 13. 2 Chronicles 6:18: If the heavens cannot contain God, how can a physical building house His presence, and does this contradict other scriptures affirming God's omnipresence? 14. Psalm 122:1: How could David have gone to the 'house of the LORD' if the temple was built later under Solomon? What Does 2 Chronicles 5:6 Mean There, before the arkThe scene opens in front of the Ark of the Covenant, the earthly throne of the LORD (Exodus 25:22; Psalm 132:7–8). • The ark’s placement in the Most Holy Place signified God’s immediate presence. Approaching it underscored reverence and obedience to God’s precise instructions (2 Samuel 6:2; Hebrews 9:4). • By gathering here, Solomon aligns the dedication of the temple with Israel’s earlier wilderness worship, showing continuity between Moses’ tabernacle and the new temple (Exodus 40:34–35). • The location reminds believers that true worship centers on God’s revealed presence, not on human preference. King Solomon and the whole congregation of Israel who had assembled with him Leadership and laity stand side by side (1 Kings 8:1–3). • Solomon models godly leadership, leading the people rather than delegating worship (1 Chronicles 29:20). • “The whole congregation” signals national unity; every tribe is represented, fulfilling calls to assemble for covenant occasions (Deuteronomy 31:12; 2 Chronicles 7:8). • The gathered multitude prefigures the New Testament picture of believers united in Christ (Acts 2:44), highlighting that corporate worship is essential, not optional. sacrificed so many sheep and oxen The sheer volume of offerings reveals devotion and gratitude. • Sacrifices were God-prescribed means of atonement and fellowship (Leviticus 1:2-9; Numbers 29:12-39). • Sheep and oxen—valuable, spotless animals—represent significant personal and national cost (2 Samuel 24:24). • Their blood pointed forward to the once-for-all sacrifice of Christ, the Lamb of God (John 1:29), showing that all Old Testament worship anticipates the cross. that they could not be counted or numbered The abundance is intentionally overwhelming (1 Kings 8:5). • Like the stars Abraham could not count (Genesis 15:5), the offerings symbolize immeasurable blessing and covenant faithfulness. • Extravagant worship declares God’s worthiness; stinginess is foreign to genuine devotion (Malachi 1:13-14). • The uncountable sacrifices foreshadow the innumerable multitude redeemed by Christ, standing before God’s throne (Revelation 7:9). summary 2 Chronicles 5:6 pictures Israel gathered before God’s ark, led by Solomon, pouring out extravagant sacrifices that defy calculation. The verse underscores God’s holy presence, the necessity of unified corporate worship, the costliness of true devotion, and the forward-looking hope of a greater, final sacrifice in Christ. (6) Assembled.--(N?'ad, to meet at an appointed time and place, Exodus 25:22). Not the same word as in 2Chronicles 5:2-3 (q?hal), of which the root meaning is probably to call together.Before the ark.--By the omission of a single Hebrew word ['itto] before this phrase, the whole form of the sentence is altered from that of Kings. There we read "(were) with him before the Ark sacrificing," &c. Sacrificed.--Were sacrificing. And the priests . . .--The verse is wholly identical with 1Kings 8:6 (see Notes there). Verse 6. - King Solomon and all the congregation... sacrificed; i.e., of course, with the intervention of their priests.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew There, beforeלִפְנֵ֣י (lip̄·nê) Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct Strong's 6440: The face the ark, הָאָר֑וֹן (hā·’ā·rō·wn) Article | Noun - common singular Strong's 727: A chest, ark King וְהַמֶּ֣לֶךְ (wə·ham·me·leḵ) Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king Solomon שְׁלֹמֹ֗ה (šə·lō·mōh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8010: Solomon -- David's son and successor to his throne and all וְכָל־ (wə·ḵāl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the congregation עֲדַ֧ת (‘ă·ḏaṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 5712: A stated assemblage of Israel יִשְׂרָאֵ֛ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc who had assembled הַנּוֹעָדִ֥ים (han·nō·w·‘ā·ḏîm) Article | Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 3259: To fix upon, to meet, to summon, to direct, to engage with him עָלָ֖יו (‘ā·lāw) Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against sacrificed מְזַבְּחִים֙ (mə·zab·bə·ḥîm) Verb - Piel - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 2076: To slaughter for sacrifice so many מֵרֹֽב׃ (mê·rōḇ) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7230: Multitude, abundance, greatness sheep צֹ֣אן (ṣōn) Noun - common singular Strong's 6629: Small cattle, sheep and goats, flock and oxen וּבָקָ֔ר (ū·ḇā·qār) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1241: Beef cattle, ox, a herd that אֲשֶׁ֧ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that they could not לֹֽא־ (lō-) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no be counted יִסָּפְר֛וּ (yis·sā·p̄ə·rū) Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 5608: To count, recount, relate or numbered. יִמָּנ֖וּ (yim·mā·nū) Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 4487: To weigh out, to allot, constitute officially, to enumerate, enroll Links 2 Chronicles 5:6 NIV2 Chronicles 5:6 NLT 2 Chronicles 5:6 ESV 2 Chronicles 5:6 NASB 2 Chronicles 5:6 KJV 2 Chronicles 5:6 BibleApps.com 2 Chronicles 5:6 Biblia Paralela 2 Chronicles 5:6 Chinese Bible 2 Chronicles 5:6 French Bible 2 Chronicles 5:6 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Chronicles 5:6 King Solomon and all the congregation (2 Chron. 2Ch iiCh ii ch 2 chr 2chr) |
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