1 Kings 7:1 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

But Solomon was building his own house thirteen years, and he finished all his house.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But Solomon spent thirteen years building his own palace, and he completed the entire structure.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse tells us that Solomon took thirteen years to build his personal palace after finishing God's temple.

📚 Historical Context

Solomon had just completed building the temple for God, which took seven years. Now the text shifts to describe his personal building projects, including his royal palace complex. This palace would have been elaborate and fitting for Israel's wealthy and powerful king during the height of the kingdom's prosperity.

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