Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Solomon had twelve district governors over all Israel, who supplied provisions for the king and the royal household. Each one had to provide supplies for one month in the year. New Living Translation Solomon also had twelve district governors who were over all Israel. They were responsible for providing food for the king’s household. Each of them arranged provisions for one month of the year. English Standard Version Solomon had twelve officers over all Israel, who provided food for the king and his household. Each man had to make provision for one month in the year. Berean Standard Bible Solomon had twelve governors over all Israel to provide food for the king and his household. Each one would arrange provisions for one month of the year, King James Bible And Solomon had twelve officers over all Israel, which provided victuals for the king and his household: each man his month in a year made provision. New King James Version And Solomon had twelve governors over all Israel, who provided food for the king and his household; each one made provision for one month of the year. New American Standard Bible Solomon had twelve deputies over all Israel, who provided food for the king and his household; each deputy had to provide food for a month in the year. NASB 1995 Solomon had twelve deputies over all Israel, who provided for the king and his household; each man had to provide for a month in the year. NASB 1977 And Solomon had twelve deputies over all Israel, who provided for the king and his household; each man had to provide for a month in the year. Legacy Standard Bible Now Solomon had twelve deputies over all Israel, who sustained the king and his household; each man had to sustain them for a month in the year. Amplified Bible Solomon had twelve deputies over all Israel, who secured provisions for the king and his household; each man had to provide for a month in the year. Christian Standard Bible Solomon had twelve deputies for all Israel. They provided food for the king and his household; each one made provision for one month out of the year. Holman Christian Standard Bible Solomon had 12 deputies for all Israel. They provided food for the king and his household; each one made provision for one month out of the year. American Standard Version And Solomon had twelve officers over all Israel, who provided victuals for the king and his household: each man had to make provision for a month in the year. Contemporary English Version Solomon chose twelve regional officers, who took turns bringing food for him and his household. Each officer provided food from his region for one month of the year. English Revised Version And Solomon had twelve officers over all Israel, which provided victuals for the king and his household: each man had to make provision for a month in the year: GOD'S WORD® Translation Solomon appointed 12 district governors in Israel. They were to provide food for the king and his palace. Each one had to supply food for one month every year. Good News Translation Solomon appointed twelve men as district governors in Israel. They were to provide food from their districts for the king and his household, each man being responsible for one month out of the year. International Standard Version Solomon also appointed twelve governors over all of Israel, each of whom were responsible for providing one month's food provisions to the king and to his administration during each year. Majority Standard Bible Solomon had twelve governors over all Israel to provide food for the king and his household. Each one would arrange provisions for one month of the year, NET Bible Solomon had twelve district governors appointed throughout Israel who acquired supplies for the king and his palace. Each was responsible for one month in the year. New Heart English Bible Solomon had twelve officers over all Israel, who provided food for the king and his household: each man had to make provision for a month in the year. Webster's Bible Translation And Solomon had twelve officers over all Israel, who provided victuals for the king and his household: each man his month in a year made provision. World English Bible Solomon had twelve officers over all Israel, who provided food for the king and his household. Each man had to make provision for a month in the year. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Solomon has twelve officers over all Israel, and they have sustained the king and his household—a month in the year is on each one for sustenance; Young's Literal Translation And Solomon hath twelve officers over all Israel, and they have sustained the king and his household -- a month in the year is on each one for sustenance; Smith's Literal Translation And to Solomon, twelve, set over all Israel, and they furnished the king and his house: a month in the year will be for one to furnish. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Solomon had twelve governors over all Israel, who provided victuals for the king and for his household: for every one provided necessaries, each man his month in the year. Catholic Public Domain Version And Solomon had twelve commanders over all of Israel, who offered yearly provisions for the king and his house. For each was ministering the necessities, by each month of the year. New American Bible Solomon had twelve governors over all Israel who supplied food for the king and his household, each having to provide for one month in the year. New Revised Standard Version Solomon had twelve officials over all Israel, who provided food for the king and his household; each one had to make provision for one month in the year. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Solomon had twelve governors over all Israel, who provided food for the king and his household and for the army; each month of the year it fell on one of them to supply provisions. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And for Solomon these twelve Governors over all Israel, and they nourished the King and his household, and the army, a month in a year, one for each to supply food. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Solomon had twelve officers over all Israel, who provided victuals for the king and his household: each man had to make provision for a month in the year. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Solomon had twelve officers over all Israel, to provide for the king and his household; each one's turn came to supply for a month in the year. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Solomon's Twelve Officers7Solomon had twelve governors over all Israel to provide food for the king and his household. Each one would arrange provisions for one month of the year, 8and these were their names: Ben-hur in the hill country of Ephraim;… Cross References 1 Kings 9:23 They were also the chief officers over Solomon’s projects: 550 supervisors over the people who did the work. 1 Kings 12:4 “Your father put a heavy yoke on us. But now you must lighten the burden of your father’s service and the heavy yoke he put on us, and we will serve you.” 1 Kings 5:16 not including his 3,300 foremen who supervised the workers. 1 Kings 10:15 not including the revenue from the merchants, traders, and all the Arabian kings and governors of the land. 2 Chronicles 8:10 They were also the chief officers for King Solomon: 250 supervisors. 2 Chronicles 10:4 “Your father put a heavy yoke on us. But now you must lighten the burden of your father’s service and the heavy yoke he put on us, and we will serve you.” 2 Chronicles 9:14 not including the revenue from the merchants and traders. And all the Arabian kings and governors of the land also brought gold and silver to Solomon. Nehemiah 5:15 The governors before me had heavily burdened the people, taking from them bread and wine plus forty shekels of silver. Their servants also oppressed the people. But I did not do this, because of my fear of God. Matthew 20:25-28 But Jesus called them aside and said, “You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their superiors exercise authority over them. / It shall not be this way among you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, / and whoever wants to be first among you must be your slave— ... Mark 10:42-45 So Jesus called them together and said, “You know that those regarded as rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their superiors exercise authority over them. / But it shall not be this way among you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, / and whoever wants to be first must be the slave of all. ... Luke 22:25-27 So Jesus declared, “The kings of the Gentiles lord it over them, and those in authority over them call themselves benefactors. / But you shall not be like them. Instead, the greatest among you should be like the youngest, and the one who leads like the one who serves. / For who is greater, the one who reclines at the table or the one who serves? Is it not the one who reclines? But I am among you as one who serves. Acts 6:1-3 In those days when the disciples were increasing in number, the Grecian Jews among them began to grumble against the Hebraic Jews because their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food. / So the Twelve summoned all the disciples and said, “It is unacceptable for us to neglect the word of God in order to wait on tables. / Therefore, brothers, select from among you seven men confirmed to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will assign this responsibility to them Romans 13:1-7 Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God. / Consequently, whoever resists authority is opposing what God has set in place, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves. / For rulers are not a terror to good conduct, but to bad. Do you want to be unafraid of the one in authority? Then do what is right, and you will have his approval. ... 1 Corinthians 12:28 And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, and those with gifts of healing, helping, administration, and various tongues. Ephesians 4:11-12 And it was He who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, / to equip the saints for works of ministry and to build up the body of Christ, Treasury of Scripture And Solomon had twelve officers over all Israel, which provided victuals for the king and his household: each man his month in a year made provision. each man 1 Chronicles 27:1-15 Now the children of Israel after their number, to wit, the chief fathers and captains of thousands and hundreds, and their officers that served the king in any matter of the courses, which came in and went out month by month throughout all the months of the year, of every course were twenty and four thousand… Jump to Previous Deputies District Food Governors House Household Israel Month Needed Officers Overseers Provide Provided Provision Provisions Responsible Royal Solomon Stores Supplied Sustained Twelve VictualsJump to Next Deputies District Food Governors House Household Israel Month Needed Officers Overseers Provide Provided Provision Provisions Responsible Royal Solomon Stores Supplied Sustained Twelve Victuals1 Kings 4 1. Solomon's princes7. His twelve officers for provision 20. The peace and largeness of his kingdom 22. His daily provision 26. His stable 29. His wisdom Solomon had twelve governors over all Israel Solomon's establishment of twelve governors reflects the administrative organization of his kingdom. This system ensured efficient governance and resource management across the diverse tribes of Israel. The number twelve is significant in biblical terms, often symbolizing completeness or divine order, as seen with the twelve tribes of Israel and the twelve apostles in the New Testament. This structure may have been influenced by Egyptian or other Near Eastern administrative practices, as Solomon's reign was marked by international alliances and cultural exchanges. to provide food for the king and his household Each one would arrange provisions for one month of the year Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonThe third king of Israel, known for his wisdom, wealth, and building projects, including the Temple in Jerusalem. His reign is marked by peace and prosperity. 2. Twelve Governors Appointed by Solomon to oversee the provision of food for the king's household. Each governor was responsible for one month of the year, ensuring a steady supply of resources. 3. Israel The united kingdom under Solomon, encompassing all the tribes of Israel. This period is often seen as the height of Israel's power and influence. 4. Provision for the King’s Household The logistical system established by Solomon to maintain the royal court, reflecting the administrative organization and economic prosperity of his reign. 5. Monthly Provision System A structured approach to governance and resource management, ensuring that the needs of the king's household were met consistently throughout the year. Teaching Points Wisdom in AdministrationSolomon's appointment of twelve governors demonstrates the importance of wise and organized leadership. Effective administration is crucial for maintaining order and prosperity. Stewardship and Responsibility Each governor's responsibility for one month highlights the importance of stewardship and accountability in our roles, whether in family, work, or ministry. Provision and Planning The monthly provision system underscores the value of planning and foresight. We are called to be diligent in preparing for the future, trusting God while also using the resources and wisdom He provides. Unity and Cooperation The cooperation among the twelve governors reflects the need for unity and teamwork in achieving common goals. In the body of Christ, each member has a role to play in supporting the whole. Dependence on God’s Wisdom Solomon's wisdom was a gift from God, reminding us to seek divine guidance in our decisions and leadership responsibilities.(7) Provided victuals for the king and his household.--This denotes the collection of revenue--mostly, no doubt, in kind--for the maintenance of the Court and household and guards of the king; and perhaps may have included also the management of the royal domain lands, such as is described under David's reign in 1Chronicles 26:25-31. It is curious that in five cases only the patronymic of the officer is given, probably from some defect in the archives from which this chapter is evidently drawn. The office must have been of high importance and dignity, for in two cases (1Kings 4:11; 1Kings 4:15) the holders of it were married into the royal house. The provinces over which they had authority--nine on the west and three on the east of Jordan--coincide only in a few cases with the lands assigned to the several tribes. It is not unlikely that by this time much of the tribal division of territory had become obsolete although we see from 1Chronicles 27:16-22, that for chieftainship over men, and for levy in war, it still remained in force.Verse 7. - And Solomon had twelve officers [lit., persons "placed" or "set over" others, i.e., superintendents. The term is used of Doeg (1 Samuel 22:9). They were twelve, not because of the twelve tribes, but the twelve months] over all Israel, which provided victuals for [Heb. nourished] the king and his household: each man his month in a year made provision [lit., a month in the year it was (i.e., devolved) upon each to nourish. It has been thought by some that these superintendents were also governors of provinces (ἡΓενισισόνες καὶ σταηγοί, Jos. Ant. 8:2, 3), as well as purveyors. But of this nothing is said in the text. Their principal function was to collect the royal dues or taxes which were evidently paid, as they still are in the East, in kind]. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Solomonוְלִשְׁלֹמֹ֞ה (wə·liš·lō·mōh) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8010: Solomon -- David's son and successor to his throne had twelve שְׁנֵים־ (šə·nêm-) Number - md Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number) governors נִצָּבִים֙ (niṣ·ṣā·ḇîm) Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 5324: To take one's stand, stand over עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every Israel יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc to provide food וְכִלְכְּל֥וּ (wə·ḵil·kə·lū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural Strong's 3557: To keep in, to measure, to maintain for the king הַמֶּ֖לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king and his household. בֵּית֑וֹ (bê·ṯōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1004: A house [Each] one הָאֶחָ֖ד (hā·’e·ḥāḏ) Article | Number - masculine singular Strong's 259: United, one, first would arrange provisions לְכַלְכֵּֽל׃ (lə·ḵal·kêl) Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct Strong's 3557: To keep in, to measure, to maintain for one month חֹ֧דֶשׁ (ḥō·ḏeš) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2320: The new moon, a month of the year, בַּשָּׁנָ֛ה (baš·šā·nāh) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 8141: A year Links 1 Kings 4:7 NIV1 Kings 4:7 NLT 1 Kings 4:7 ESV 1 Kings 4:7 NASB 1 Kings 4:7 KJV 1 Kings 4:7 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 4:7 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 4:7 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 4:7 French Bible 1 Kings 4:7 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 4:7 Solomon had twelve officers over all Israel (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |
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