KJV ORIGINAL
And the king commanded, and they brought great stones, costly stones, and hewed stones, to lay the foundation of the house.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The king gave orders, and they brought large stones, expensive stones, and carefully cut stones to build the foundation of the temple.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
King Solomon commanded workers to gather the finest, most valuable stones to create a solid foundation for God's temple.
📚 Historical Context
This verse describes Solomon's preparation for building the first temple in Jerusalem, around 966 BC. The temple was meant to be the permanent dwelling place for God among His people, replacing the portable tabernacle they had used since their time in the wilderness. Solomon spared no expense in using the finest materials available, showing the immense honor and reverence he wanted to give to God.
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