2Ch 3:17 | TNotes | STEP | 3:17 Jakin (“he establishes”) might refer to God’s promise regarding the kingdom (see 1 Chr 17:7-14 ). Boaz (“in him is strength”) might have been a proclamation of trust in God. The gilded reliefs of cherubs, palms, and flowers adorning the doors and walls of the Temple suggest that the pillars were related to the tree of life (Gen 2:9 ).

b1 Chr 17:7-14►

cGen 2:9►

‏ 2 Chronicles 3:17

3:17 ^a Jakin (“he establishes”) might refer to God’s promise regarding the kingdom (see 1 Chr 17:7-14 ^b). Boaz (“in him is strength”) might have been a proclamation of trust in God. The gilded reliefs of cherubs, palms, and flowers adorning the doors and walls of the Temple suggest that the pillars were related to the tree of life (Gen 2:9 ^c).