Then Solomon spake unto all Israel, to the captains of thousands and of hundreds, and to the judges, and to every governor in all Israel, the chief of the fathers.
Then Solomon spoke to all of Israel - to the commanders of thousands and hundreds of soldiers, to the judges, and to every leader throughout Israel, including the heads of families.
Solomon gathered all the important leaders and officials from across Israel to speak with them as he began his reign as king.
📚 Historical Context
At the beginning of Solomon's reign, following his father David's death, God had established his kingdom and blessed him with prosperity. Solomon called together the military leaders, judges, governors, and heads of families to address them, likely to consolidate his rule and prepare for seeking divine wisdom at Gibeon. This gathering reflected the ancient Israelite custom of involving key figures in national decisions to ensure stability and unity.
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