1 Kings 5:2

2 Then 1Solomon sent word to Hiram, saying,

1 Kings 5:2 In-Context

1 Now Hiram king of Tyre sent his servants to Solomon, when he heard that they had anointed him king in place of his father, for Hiram had always been a friend of David.
2 Then Solomon sent word to Hiram, saying,
3 "You know that David my father was unable to build a house for the name of the LORD his God because of the wars which surrounded him, until the LORD put them under the soles of his feet.
4 "But now the LORD my God has given me rest on every side; there is neither adversary nor misfortune.
5 "Behold, I intend to build a house for the name of the LORD my God, as the LORD spoke to David my father, saying, 'Your son, whom I will set on your throne in your place, he will build the house for My name.'

Cross References 1

  • 1. 2 Chronicles 2:3
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