For he had dominion over all the region on this side the river, from Tiphsah even to Azzah, over all the kings on this side the river: and he had peace on all sides round about him.
Solomon ruled over all the territory west of the Euphrates River, from Tiphsah all the way to Gaza, controlling all the kings in that region. He had peace with all the nations surrounding him.
This verse describes how Solomon ruled over a vast territory and enjoyed complete peace with all his neighbors during his reign.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is set during the reign of King Solomon in ancient Israel, around the 10th century BC, a time when Israel experienced unprecedented peace and expansion under his wise rule. Solomon's dominion extended from Tiphsah, near the Euphrates River in the north, to Azzah (Gaza) in the south, encompassing various regions and kings who were at peace with him. This reflects the biblical narrative of God's promise to bless Solomon's kingdom as a result of his father's legacy and his own pursuit of wisdom.
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