KJV ORIGINAL
So king Solomon was king over all Israel.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
So King Solomon ruled over all of Israel.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse states that Solomon had complete authority as king over the entire nation of Israel.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of 1 Kings, this verse follows the death of King David and the consolidation of power by his son Solomon, who had to eliminate rivals to secure his throne. It marks the start of Solomon's reign over a united Israel, a time of relative peace and prosperity as God had promised to David through the prophet Nathan. Historically, this reflects the 10th century BC united monarchy, showcasing Israel's strength under wise leadership before the eventual division of the kingdom.
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