KJV ORIGINAL
The son of Hesed, in Aruboth; to him pertained Sochoh, and all the land of Hepher:
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The son of Hesed was in charge of Aruboth; he was responsible for Sochoh and all the land of Hepher.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse lists one of Solomon's regional governors who managed a specific area of Israel, showing how the kingdom was organized administratively.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of a list of twelve district governors that King Solomon appointed to oversee different regions of Israel around 970-930 BC. Each governor was responsible for providing food and supplies for the royal court for one month each year. This system helped Solomon manage his vast kingdom efficiently and fund his building projects and large household.
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