1 Kings 4:8 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And these are their names: The son of Hur, in mount Ephraim:

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Here are their names: Ben-Hur, who was in charge of the hill country of Ephraim.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse begins listing the names of Solomon's twelve district governors, starting with Ben-Hur who oversaw the Ephraim region.

📚 Historical Context

During the reign of King Solomon, Israel enjoyed a period of unprecedented peace and prosperity following the unification under his father, David. This verse is part of a list of district governors appointed by Solomon to oversee provisions for the royal household, with the son of Hur assigned to Mount Ephraim, reflecting the king's efficient administrative system to sustain the nation. It highlights the organizational structure that supported Solomon's wise rule as described in the broader narrative of 1 Kings.

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