2 Chronicles 2:13 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And now I have sent a cunning man, endued with understanding, of Huram my father’s,

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

And now I have sent you a skilled craftsman with great understanding, Huram-Abi, who works for my father.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is describing how King Hiram of Tyre is sending Solomon a master craftsman named Huram-Abi to help build the temple.

📚 Historical Context

In the time of King Solomon, who was preparing to build the grand temple in Jerusalem as a house for God, he reached out to Hiram, the king of Tyre, for skilled labor and materials, continuing the alliance his father David had established. Hiram was a neighboring ruler known for his expertise in craftsmanship and resources, which were crucial for the temple's elaborate construction. Solomon specifically requested a highly skilled artisan from Hiram to ensure the project was executed with precision and understanding.

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