¹⁷ The Babylonians broke into pieces the bronze pillars, the bronze stands, and the large bronze bowl, called the Sea, which were in the Temple of the Lord. Then they carried all the bronze pieces to Babylon. ¹⁸ They also took the pots, shovels, wick trimmers, bowls, dishes, and all the bronze objects used to serve in the Temple. ¹⁹ The commander of the king’s special guards took away bowls, pans for carrying hot coals, large bowls, pots, lampstands, pans, and bowls used for drink offerings. He took everything that was made of pure gold or silver.