KJV ORIGINAL
Moreover there are workmen with thee in abundance, hewers and workers of stone and timber, and all manner of cunning men for every manner of work.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
You also have plenty of skilled workers available to help you—stone cutters, woodworkers, and all kinds of craftsmen who are experts in every type of work.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
David is assuring Solomon that he has abundant skilled workers ready to help build the temple.
📚 Historical Context
David is speaking to his son Solomon about building the temple in Jerusalem. Though God had told David he couldn't build the temple himself due to being a warrior, David spent years gathering materials, organizing workers, and making detailed preparations. He assembled skilled craftsmen from Israel and surrounding nations to ensure the temple would be built with the finest workmanship.
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