But now the LORD my God hath given me rest on every side, so that there is neither adversary nor evil occurrent.
But now the LORD my God has given me peace on all sides, so that there is no enemy or trouble happening.
The writer is expressing gratitude that God has blessed him with complete peace and safety, with no enemies or disasters threatening him.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative, King Solomon is speaking during a time of peace after his father King David's many wars, which had consolidated the kingdom but left it battle-weary. God had promised David that his son Solomon would build the temple only after the land was at rest from enemies, and this verse marks the fulfillment of that promise as Solomon enjoys security on all sides. This context highlights Israel's transition from conflict to stability under Solomon's rule.
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