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Parvaim

/par-VAY-im/

Summary

Parvaim was an unidentified region from which gold was obtained for the decoration of Solomon's Temple.

☩Gold Source

The gold of Parvaim was used to overlay the interior of Solomon's Temple. The exact location of Parvaim remains uncertain, with various theories proposed including Arabia, the East generally, or identification with Ophir. Some scholars derive the name from Sanskrit meaning 'eastern,' suggesting it was a general term for gold from eastern lands.

Key verses:2 Chronicles 3:6

Related Verses1 mention

2 Chronicles· 1 verse

3:6

References

  1. 1.James Orr (ed.), "Parvaim," in International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, vol. IV (Howard-Severance Company, 1915).
  2. 2.John McClintock and James Strong, "Parvaim," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. VII (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).
  3. 3.F. N. Peloubet & M. A. Peloubet (ed.), "Parvaim," in Smith's Bible Dictionary (Porter & Coates, 1884).