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1 Kings 11:41

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And the rest of the acts of Solomon, and all that he did, and his wisdom, are they not written in the book of the acts of Solomon?
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

As for everything else Solomon did during his reign and all his wise decisions, aren't they recorded in the official book about Solomon's life and rule?

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is pointing readers to official records where they can find more details about Solomon's accomplishments and wisdom.

📚 Historical Context

This verse concludes the narrative of King Solomon's reign in the Book of 1 Kings, which chronicles the history of Israel's monarchy after David. It points to an external source, the "book of the acts of Solomon," as a place for more detailed records of his accomplishments and wisdom, reflecting how ancient historians often referenced other writings to preserve fuller accounts. In the broader biblical context, Solomon's story highlights the rise and fall of a wise king whose successes and failures shaped Israel's future.

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