1 Kings 9:27
New International Version
And Hiram sent his men—sailors who knew the sea—to serve in the fleet with Solomon’s men.

New Living Translation
Hiram sent experienced crews of sailors to sail the ships with Solomon’s men.

English Standard Version
And Hiram sent with the fleet his servants, seamen who were familiar with the sea, together with the servants of Solomon.

Berean Standard Bible
And Hiram sent his servants, sailors who knew the sea, to serve in the fleet with Solomon’s servants.

King James Bible
And Hiram sent in the navy his servants, shipmen that had knowledge of the sea, with the servants of Solomon.

New King James Version
Then Hiram sent his servants with the fleet, seamen who knew the sea, to work with the servants of Solomon.

New American Standard Bible
And Hiram sent his servants with the fleet, sailors who knew the sea, along with the servants of Solomon.

NASB 1995
And Hiram sent his servants with the fleet, sailors who knew the sea, along with the servants of Solomon.

NASB 1977
And Hiram sent his servants with the fleet, sailors who knew the sea, along with the servants of Solomon.

Legacy Standard Bible
And Hiram sent his servants with the fleet of ships, sailors who knew the sea, along with the servants of Solomon.

Amplified Bible
And Hiram [king of Tyre] sent his servants with the fleet, sailors who knew the sea, along with the servants of Solomon.

Christian Standard Bible
With the fleet, Hiram sent his servants, experienced seamen, along with Solomon’s servants.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
With the fleet, Hiram sent his servants, experienced seamen, along with Solomon’s servants.

American Standard Version
And Hiram sent in the navy his servants, shipmen that had knowledge of the sea, with the servants of Solomon.

English Revised Version
And Hiram sent in the navy his servants, shipmen that had knowledge of the sea, with the servants of Solomon.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Hiram sent his own servants [who were] experienced seamen with the fleet. Along with Solomon's servants

Good News Translation
King Hiram sent some experienced sailors from his fleet to serve with Solomon's men.

International Standard Version
Hiram sent his servants to sail with the fleet, since they were expert seamen, and so they accompanied Solomon's servants.

Majority Standard Bible
And Hiram sent his servants, sailors who knew the sea, to serve in the fleet with Solomon?s servants.

NET Bible
Hiram sent his fleet and some of his sailors, who were well acquainted with the sea, to serve with Solomon's men.

New Heart English Bible
Hiram sent in the navy his servants, sailors who had knowledge of the sea, with the servants of Solomon.

Webster's Bible Translation
And Hiram sent in the navy his servants, shipmen that had knowledge of the sea, with the servants of Solomon.

World English Bible
Hiram sent in the fleet his servants, sailors who had knowledge of the sea, with the servants of Solomon.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Hiram sends his servants in the navy, shipmen knowing the sea, with servants of Solomon,

Young's Literal Translation
And Hiram sendeth in the navy his servants, shipmen knowing the sea, with servants of Solomon,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Hiram will send in the ships his servants, men of ships, knowing the sea with Solomon's servants.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Hiram sent his servants in the fleet, sailors that had knowledge of the sea, with the servants of Solomon.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And Hiram sent his servants to that navy, the sailors and those knowledgeable about the sea, with the servants of Solomon.

New American Bible
To this fleet Hiram sent his own servants, expert sailors, with the servants of Solomon.

New Revised Standard Version
Hiram sent his servants with the fleet, sailors who were familiar with the sea, together with the servants of Solomon.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Hiram sent his servants in the ship, seamen who had knowledge of the sea, with the servants of Solomon.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And King Khiram sent his Servants in ships, men Mariners who know the sea, with the Servants of Solomon.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Hiram sent in the navy his servants, shipmen that had knowledge of the sea, with the servants of Solomon.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Chiram sent in the ship together with the servants of Solomon servants of his own, mariners to row, men acquainted with the sea.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Solomon's Numerous Achievements
26King Solomon also assembled a fleet of ships at Ezion-geber, which is near Eloth in Edom, on the shore of the Red Sea. 27And Hiram sent his servants, men who knew the sea, to serve in the fleet with Solomon’s servants. 28They sailed to Ophir and imported gold from there—420 talents—and delivered it to Solomon.…

Cross References
2 Chronicles 8:18
So Hiram sent him ships captained by his servants, along with crews of experienced sailors. They went with Solomon’s servants to Ophir and acquired from there 450 talents of gold, which they delivered to King Solomon.

1 Kings 10:11
(The fleet of Hiram that brought gold from Ophir also brought from Ophir a great cargo of almug wood and precious stones.

1 Kings 5:6
Now therefore, order that cedars of Lebanon be cut down for me. My servants will be with your servants, and I will pay your servants whatever wages you set, for you know that there are none among us as skilled in logging as the Sidonians.”

1 Kings 10:22
For the king had the ships of Tarshish at sea with Hiram’s fleet, and once every three years the ships of Tarshish would arrive bearing gold, silver, ivory, apes, and peacocks.

2 Chronicles 9:21
For the king had the ships of Tarshish that went with Hiram’s servants, and once every three years the ships of Tarshish would arrive bearing gold, silver, ivory, apes, and peacocks.

1 Kings 5:9
My servants will haul the logs from Lebanon to the Sea, and I will float them as rafts by sea to the place you specify. There I will separate the logs, and you can take them away. And in exchange, you can meet my needs by providing my household with food.”

1 Kings 5:1
Now when Hiram king of Tyre heard that Solomon had been anointed king in his father’s place, he sent envoys to Solomon; for Hiram had always been a friend of David.

1 Kings 5:12
And the LORD gave Solomon wisdom, as He had promised him. There was peace between Hiram and Solomon, and the two of them made a treaty.

1 Kings 10:18-20
Additionally, the king made a great throne of ivory and overlaid it with pure gold. / The throne had six steps, and its back had a rounded top. There were armrests on both sides of the seat, with a lion standing beside each armrest. / Twelve lions stood on the six steps, one at either end of each step. Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom.

1 Kings 10:23-25
So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. / The whole world sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart. / Year after year, each visitor would bring his tribute: articles of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, horses, and mules.

1 Kings 10:26-29
Solomon accumulated 1,400 chariots and 12,000 horses, which he stationed in the chariot cities and also with him in Jerusalem. / The king made silver as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills. / Solomon’s horses were imported from Egypt and Kue; the royal merchants purchased them from Kue. ...

2 Chronicles 9:10
(The servants of Hiram and of Solomon who brought gold from Ophir also brought algum wood and precious stones.

2 Chronicles 9:13-14
The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents, / 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.

2 Chronicles 9:20-21
All King Solomon’s drinking cups were gold, and all the utensils of the House of the Forest of Lebanon were pure gold. There was no silver, because it was accounted as nothing in the days of Solomon. / For the king had the ships of Tarshish that went with Hiram’s servants, and once every three years the ships of Tarshish would arrive bearing gold, silver, ivory, apes, and peacocks.

2 Chronicles 9:22-24
So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. / All the kings of the earth sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart. / Year after year, each visitor would bring his tribute: articles of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, horses, and mules.


Treasury of Scripture

And Hiram sent in the navy his servants, shipmen that had knowledge of the sea, with the servants of Solomon.

his servants

1 Kings 5:6,9
Now therefore command thou that they hew me cedar trees out of Lebanon; and my servants shall be with thy servants: and unto thee will I give hire for thy servants according to all that thou shalt appoint: for thou knowest that there is not among us any that can skill to hew timber like unto the Sidonians…

1 Kings 22:49
Then said Ahaziah the son of Ahab unto Jehoshaphat, Let my servants go with thy servants in the ships. But Jehoshaphat would not.

2 Chronicles 20:36,37
And he joined himself with him to make ships to go to Tarshish: and they made the ships in Eziongeber…

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1 Kings 9
1. God's covenant in a vision with Solomon
10. The mutual presents of Solomon and Hiran
15. In Solomon's works the Gentiles were his bondmen, the Israelites servants
24. Pharaoh's daughter removes to her house
25. Solomon's yearly solemn sacrifices
26. His navy fetches gold from Ophir














And Hiram sent his servants
Hiram, the king of Tyre, was a significant ally of King Solomon. This alliance was crucial for Solomon's building projects, including the temple. Hiram's cooperation with Israel highlights the political and economic relationships between Israel and its neighboring nations. Tyre was known for its skilled craftsmen and seafarers, which made Hiram's contribution invaluable.

sailors who knew the sea
The Phoenicians, of whom the people of Tyre were a part, were renowned for their maritime skills. Their expertise in navigation and shipbuilding was unmatched in the ancient world. This phrase underscores the importance of specialized knowledge and skills in achieving successful ventures, such as Solomon's trading expeditions.

to serve in the fleet
The fleet mentioned here refers to the ships used for trade and exploration. Solomon's fleet, with the help of Hiram's sailors, embarked on voyages that expanded Israel's trade networks. This collaboration allowed Israel to access wealth and resources from distant lands, contributing to Solomon's prosperity.

with Solomon’s servants
This cooperation between Hiram's and Solomon's servants symbolizes the unity and shared purpose between the two kingdoms. It reflects the broader theme of collaboration and partnership in achieving common goals. The integration of different groups working together can be seen as a precursor to the New Testament's message of unity in the body of Christ, where diverse members work together for the kingdom of God.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Hiram
The king of Tyre, a friend and ally of King Solomon. Hiram was known for his skilled craftsmen and seamen, and he played a significant role in providing materials and labor for Solomon's building projects, including the temple.

2. Solomon
The king of Israel, renowned for his wisdom, wealth, and extensive building projects. Solomon's reign was marked by peace and prosperity, and he established strong trade networks.

3. Servants of Hiram
Skilled seamen from Tyre, known for their expertise in navigation and maritime activities. They were sent to assist Solomon in his naval endeavors.

4. Servants of Solomon
Israelites who worked alongside Hiram's men in the fleet. This collaboration highlights the partnership between Israel and Tyre.

5. The Fleet
A naval enterprise initiated by Solomon to expand trade and acquire wealth. The fleet was based at Ezion-Geber, near the Red Sea, and was instrumental in Solomon's economic expansion.
Teaching Points
The Value of Alliances
Godly alliances can lead to mutual benefits and the fulfillment of God's purposes. Solomon's partnership with Hiram demonstrates the importance of choosing allies wisely.

The Importance of Expertise
Utilizing the skills and expertise of others can lead to greater success. Solomon's willingness to incorporate Hiram's experienced seamen into his fleet shows the value of collaboration.

God's Provision through Relationships
God often provides for His people through relationships and partnerships. The alliance between Solomon and Hiram was a means of God's provision for Israel's prosperity.

Wisdom in Leadership
Effective leadership involves recognizing and leveraging the strengths of others. Solomon's decision to work with Hiram's men reflects his wisdom in governance.

The Role of Trade and Commerce
Trade and commerce can be tools for expanding influence and prosperity. Solomon's fleet was a means of extending Israel's reach and wealth, showing the potential of economic endeavors when aligned with God's will.(27) Shipmen that had knowledge of the sea.--The Tyrians were known far and wide as the great sailors both of the Mediterranean and the seas beyond it, till they were rivalled and superseded by their own colonists in Carthage and by the Greeks. How greatly their seamanship, their commerce, and their civilisation impressed the imagination of Israel, is shown in the magnificent chapters of Ezekiel on the fate of Tyre (Ezekiel 26-28). The Israelites, on the contrary, had but little care for the sea, and little knowledge of seamanship. The coast line of Palestine is but scantily furnished with harbours; and even at the height of their power they were content to use the maritime skill of the Tyrians, without encroaching upon their commerce or attempting to seize their famous ports. This was natural; for their call to be a peculiar and separate people was absolutely incompatible with maritime enterprise and commerce. Even in this attempt at maritime expedition under Tyrian guidance, Solomon's action was, as in other points, exceptional, departing from Israelite tradition; and we hear of no similar enterprise, except in the age of Ahab and Jehoshaphat, when the intermarriage of the royal houses of Israel and Ph?nicia renewed the close connection with Tyre (1Kings 22:48; 2Chronicles 20:35). We observe, accordingly, that the sea is mostly regarded in the Old Testament in its terrible power of wave and storm, restrained from destroying only by the Almighty hand of God; and even the one psalm (Psalm 107:23-31), which describes the seafarer's experience, dwells with awe on "God's wonders in the deep." In the description of the glory of "the new heaven and earth" of the hereafter, it is declared with emphasis that "there was no more sea" (Revelation 21:1).

Verse 27. - And Hiram sent in the navy his servants, shipmen that had knowledge of the sea with the servants of Solomon. [The chronicler states (2 Chronicles 8:18) that he sent ships as well as servants, and it has been thought that ships were transported, in parts or entire, by land across the Isthmus of Suez, and there are certainly instances on record of the land transport of fleets. (Keil reminds us that Alexander the Great, according to Arrian, had snips transported - in pieces - from Phoenicia to the Euphrates, and that, according to Thucydides (Bell. Pelop. 4:8) the Peloponnesians conveyed 60 ships from Corcyra across the Leucadian Isthmus, etc.) But this, especially when the state of engineering science, etc., among the Hebrews is taken into account, is hardly to be thought cf. It is quite possible, however, that timber for shipbuilding was floated on the Mediterranean down to the river of Egypt, or some such place, and then transported either to Suez or to Akaba. Probably all that the chronicler means is that Hiram provided the materials and had the ships built. The Israelites, having hitherto had no fleet, and little or no experience of the sea, were unable to construct ships for themselves. And the Tyrians may have seen in the construction of a fleet for eastern voyages, an opening for the extension of their own maritime trade. Possibly in the first voyages Tyriaus and Jews were copartners.]

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
And Hiram
חִירָ֤ם (ḥî·rām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2438: Hiram -- a Benjamite, also two Arameans (Syrians)

sent
וַיִּשְׁלַ֨ח (way·yiš·laḥ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7971: To send away, for, out

his servants,
עֲבָדָ֔יו (‘ă·ḇā·ḏāw)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5650: Slave, servant

men
אַנְשֵׁ֣י (’an·šê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 582: Man, mankind

who knew
יֹדְעֵ֖י (yō·ḏə·‘ê)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct
Strong's 3045: To know

the sea,
הַיָּ֑ם (hay·yām)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3220: A sea, the Mediterranean Sea, large river, an artifical basin

[to serve] in the fleet
בָּֽאֳנִי֙ (bā·’o·nî)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 590: Ships, a fleet

with
עִ֖ם (‘im)
Preposition
Strong's 5973: With, equally with

Solomon’s
שְׁלֹמֹֽה׃ (šə·lō·mōh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8010: Solomon -- David's son and successor to his throne

servants.
עַבְדֵ֥י (‘aḇ·ḏê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 5650: Slave, servant


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