Translations
Modern
The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents,
Traditional
Now the weight of gold that came to Solomon in one year was six hundred and threescore and six talents of gold;
Literal
And the weight of the gold that came to Solomon in one year was six hundred and sixty-six talents of gold,
Latin
Erat autem pondus auri quod afferebatur Salomoni per singulos annos, sexcenta sexaginta sex talenta auri,
Original
Hebrew
English
The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents,
Notes
The phrase "translated each year" can also mean one specific year. This makes it unclear if 25 tons referred to Solomon's yearly income or just his best year. Solomon also collected taxes from foreign traders and local merchants. The kings of Arabia were likely merchant leaders who used the routes from Edom to Damascus. The governors of the provinces were district officials.
Theme notes and profiles
Measurements
- 666 talents: About 25.1 t (22.8 mt)
Parallels
People
Solomon: Son of David, king of Israel, known for his wisdom
Glossary
Topics
666 Revenue: Solomon's Solomon: Commerce of Solomon: Wealth of