KJV ORIGINAL
And the word of the LORD came to Solomon, saying,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Then the LORD spoke to Solomon, saying,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is speaking directly to King Solomon with a message.
📚 Historical Context
During King Solomon's reign in the 10th century BC, he was actively building the Temple in Jerusalem as a permanent house for God, fulfilling the promise God had made to his father, David. This construction represented a high point in Israel's history, symbolizing God's presence among His people and Solomon's wisdom in leading the nation. In 1 Kings 6:11, God directly speaks to Solomon, providing encouragement and instructions amid the ongoing work.
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