Soldering
/SOD-er-ing/
Summary
The process of joining metals with molten material, practiced by ancient metalworkers in the manufacture of idols and other objects.
☩Biblical Reference
Isaiah describes idol-making: 'So the carpenter encouraged the goldsmith, and he that smootheth with the hammer him that smote the anvil, saying, It is ready for the sodering.' The craftsmen collaborated in their work, with the carpenter preparing wooden forms and the goldsmith overlaying with metal, fastening the pieces together with solder.
Key verses:Isaiah 41:7
Related Verses1 mention
Isaiah· 1 verse
References
- 1.James Orr (ed.), "Soldering," in International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, vol. V (Howard-Severance Company, 1915).
- 2.James Orr (ed.), "Soldering," in International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, vol. V (Howard-Severance Company, 1915).