1 Kings 9:17 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And Solomon built Gezer, and Bethhoron the nether,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Solomon built up the city of Gezer and Lower Beth Horon,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse shows Solomon expanding and fortifying strategic cities throughout his kingdom as part of his building projects.

📚 Historical Context

During the reign of King Solomon, who ruled Israel in the 10th century BC, the nation enjoyed a time of peace and prosperity following the unification under his father David. Solomon engaged in extensive building projects to fortify key cities, including Gezer, which he received as a dowry from Pharaoh after conquering it, and Lower Beth Horon, to strengthen defenses and expand his influence. This construction was part of a broader effort to solidify Solomon's kingdom after God had appeared to him and affirmed his rule.

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And this is why King Solomon required forced labor from his people: to build the LORD's temple, his own palace, the Millo, the wall around Jerusalem, and the cities of Hazor, Megiddo, and Gezer.

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The Pharaoh of Egypt had attacked and captured the city of Gezer, burned it down, and killed the Canaanites who lived there. Then he gave the city as a wedding gift to his daughter, who was married to Solomon.

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He also built up Upper Beth Horon and Lower Beth Horon as fortified cities, complete with walls, gates, and bars to secure them.

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