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2 Chronicles 9:17

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Moreover the king made a great throne of ivory, and overlaid it with pure gold.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

The king also made a magnificent throne out of ivory and covered it completely with pure gold.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse describes how King Solomon created an incredibly expensive and beautiful throne, showing his great wealth and royal splendor.

📚 Historical Context

This refers to King Solomon during the height of Israel's golden age, around 950 BC. Solomon was known for his extraordinary wealth and wisdom, and his kingdom had become a major trading power in the ancient world. The throne described here was likely one of the most expensive pieces of furniture ever made in the ancient Near East, symbolizing the peak of Israel's prosperity and international influence.

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