KJV ORIGINAL
Jehoshaphat the son of Paruah, in Issachar:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Jehoshaphat, son of Paruah, was in charge of the territory of Issachar.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse names one of Solomon's twelve regional governors who managed the daily affairs of a specific territory in Israel.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of a list detailing King Solomon's twelve district governors who were responsible for collecting taxes and supplies to support the royal court. Each governor oversaw one of the twelve regions of Israel and served for one month each year. This administrative system helped Solomon manage his vast kingdom efficiently and fund his building projects, including the temple.
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