KJV ORIGINAL
And Hiram came out from Tyre to see the cities which Solomon had given him; and they pleased him not.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Hiram traveled from Tyre to look at the cities that Solomon had given him, but he wasn't happy with them.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
King Hiram was disappointed when he saw the cities Solomon gave him as payment for his help.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative, King Solomon of Israel had formed a strong alliance with King Hiram of Tyre, who provided materials like cedar wood and skilled workers to help build the temple and Solomon's palace. As part of their agreement, Solomon gave Hiram twenty cities in the region of Galilee as payment for his assistance. However, when Hiram visited these cities, he was disappointed with their condition and value.
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