And it came to pass, when Hiram heard the words of Solomon, that he rejoiced greatly, and said, Blessed be the LORD this day, which hath given unto David a wise son over this great people.
When Hiram heard what Solomon had said, he was filled with joy and said, 'Praise the LORD today, who has given David a wise son to rule over this great nation.'
King Hiram was overjoyed when he heard from Solomon and praised God for giving David such a wise son to lead Israel.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative, King Solomon had just ascended to the throne after his father David's reign, and he was preparing to build the temple in Jerusalem as a central act of worship. Hiram, the king of Tyre, was an established ally of David and provided resources like timber for the project, recognizing the importance of this alliance for trade and mutual benefit. Upon hearing Solomon's wise proposals, Hiram praised God, highlighting the cultural respect between nations and the acknowledgment of divine wisdom in leadership during ancient Near Eastern times.
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