1 Kings 10:11 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And the navy also of Hiram, that brought gold from Ophir, brought in from Ophir great plenty of almug trees, and precious stones.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Hiram's ships, which brought gold from Ophir, also brought back from Ophir large amounts of almug wood and precious stones.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse describes how King Hiram's trading ships brought back valuable materials including gold, rare wood, and precious stones from distant lands.

📚 Historical Context

This occurred during Solomon's reign when Israel experienced unprecedented prosperity and international trade. King Hiram of Tyre was Solomon's ally who provided ships and sailors for trading expeditions to Ophir, a wealthy region possibly located in modern-day Arabia, India, or East Africa. These trading ventures were part of the economic boom that funded Solomon's building projects, including the temple.

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