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2 Chronicles 3:16

2 Chronicles 3:17 cpdv — Also, he placed these pillars in the vestibule of the temple, one to the right, and the other to the left. The one that…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Also, he placed these pillars in the vestibule of the temple, one to the right, and the other to the left. The one that was on the right, he called Jachin; and the one that was on the left, Boaz. "

— 2 Chronicles 3:17, Catholic Public Domain Version

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2 Chronicles 3 — Context

14

Also, he made a veil from hyacinth, purple, scarlet, and fine linen. And he wove within it cherubim.

15

And also, before the doors of the temple, there were two pillars, having a height of thirty-five cubits. But their heads were of five cubits.

16

Then too, there were something like little chains on the oracle, and he placed these upon the heads of the pillars. And there were one hundred pomegranates, which he placed between the little chains.

17

Also, he placed these pillars in the vestibule of the temple, one to the right, and the other to the left. The one that was on the right, he called Jachin; and the one that was on the left, Boaz.

2 Chronicles 3:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Chronicles 3:17 say?
2 Chronicles 3:17 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Also, he placed these pillars in the vestibule of the temple, one to the right, and the other to the left. The one that was on the right, he called Jachin; and the one that was on the left, Boaz. ”
Where is 2 Chronicles 3:17 in the Bible?
2 Chronicles 3:17 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Chronicles, chapter 3, verse 17.
Who wrote 2 Chronicles?
2 Chronicles is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Ezra). It was written c. 450–425 BC.
What is the book of 2 Chronicles about?
2 Chronicles narrates Solomon's reign and the kings of Judah down to the exile, with particular emphasis on the temple and faithful worship. It ends with Cyrus's decree authorizing the return — a note of hope for a people just home from Babylon.
What are the major themes of 2 Chronicles?
2 Chronicles explores themes including Temple, Worship, Faithful Kings, Reform, Return. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Chronicles 3:17.
What translation should I read 2 Chronicles 3:17 in?
2 Chronicles 3:17 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 2 Chronicles 3:17?
2 Chronicles 3:17 reads (CPDV): “Also, he placed these pillars in the vestibule of the temple, one to the right, and the other to the left. The one that was on the right, he called Jachin; and the one that was on the left, Boaz. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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