Goldsmith
צוֹרֵף/GOHLD-smith/
“A founder, refiner, or melter of metals”
Summary
A craftsman who works with gold, melting, refining, and fashioning it into ornaments and objects.
☩Biblical References
Goldsmiths are mentioned among the craftsmen who helped rebuild Jerusalem's walls under Nehemiah. The use of gold for jewelry and articles of luxury dates from the most remote ages, as seen in Pharaoh placing a gold chain on Joseph. Isaiah mentions goldsmiths in connection with the making of idols.
Key verses:Nehemiah 3:8Nehemiah 3:32Isaiah 40:19Isaiah 46:6
Related Verses8 mentions
References
- 1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Goldsmith," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. III (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).
- 2.James Orr (ed.), "Goldsmith," in International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, vol. II (Howard-Severance Company, 1915).