2 Chronicles 1:13 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Then Solomon came from his journey to the high place that was at Gibeon to Jerusalem, from before the tabernacle of the congregation, and reigned over Israel.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Then Solomon returned from his trip to the worship site at Gibeon and came back to Jerusalem, leaving the sacred tent where God's people gathered to worship. From there, he ruled over Israel.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse shows Solomon returning from worship at Gibeon to Jerusalem, where he continued his reign as king over Israel.

📚 Historical Context

Gibeon was a major worship center where the tabernacle (the portable tent sanctuary) was located before Solomon built the temple in Jerusalem. Solomon had gone there to offer sacrifices and seek God's wisdom early in his reign. This verse marks his return to the capital city to continue governing the nation.

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