New International Version When Hiram heard Solomon’s message, he was greatly pleased and said, “Praise be to the LORD today, for he has given David a wise son to rule over this great nation.” New Living Translation When Hiram received Solomon’s message, he was very pleased and said, “Praise the LORD today for giving David a wise son to be king of the great nation of Israel.” English Standard Version As soon as Hiram heard the words of Solomon, he rejoiced greatly and said, “Blessed be the LORD this day, who has given to David a wise son to be over this great people.” Berean Standard Bible When Hiram received Solomon’s message, he rejoiced greatly and said, “Blessed be the LORD this day! He has given David a wise son over this great people!” Berean Literal Bible And it came to pass that Hiram heard the words of Solomon, and he rejoiced greatly and said, “Blessed be YHWH this day, for He has given to David a wise son over this great people.” King James Bible And it came to pass, when Hiram heard the words of Solomon, that he rejoiced greatly, and said, Blessed be the LORD this day, which hath given unto David a wise son over this great people. New King James Version So it was, when Hiram heard the words of Solomon, that he rejoiced greatly and said, Blessed be the LORD this day, for He has given David a wise son over this great people! New American Standard Bible When Hiram heard the words of Solomon, he greatly rejoiced; and he said, “Blessed be the LORD today, who has given to David a wise son over this great people.” NASB 1995 When Hiram heard the words of Solomon, he rejoiced greatly and said, “Blessed be the LORD today, who has given to David a wise son over this great people.” NASB 1977 And it came about when Hiram heard the words of Solomon, that he rejoiced greatly and said, “Blessed be the LORD today, who has given to David a wise son over this great people.” Legacy Standard Bible Now it happened, when Hiram heard the words of Solomon, he was very glad and said, “Blessed be Yahweh today, who has given to David a wise son over this great people.” Amplified Bible When Hiram heard the words of Solomon, he rejoiced greatly and said, “Blessed be the LORD this day, who has given David a wise son [to be king] over this great people.” Berean Annotated Bible When Hiram (noble) received Solomon’s (peace) message, he rejoiced greatly and said, “Blessed be the LORD {YHWH} this day! He has given David (beloved) a wise son over this great people! Christian Standard Bible When Hiram heard Solomon’s words, he rejoiced greatly and said, “Blessed be the LORD today! He has given David a wise son to be over this great people! ” Holman Christian Standard Bible When Hiram heard Solomon’s words, he greatly rejoiced and said, “May the LORD be praised today! He has given David a wise son to be over this great people!” American Standard Version And it came to pass, when Hiram heard the words of Solomon, that he rejoiced greatly, and said, Blessed be Jehovah this day, who hath given unto David a wise son over this great people. Contemporary English Version Hiram was so happy when he heard Solomon's request that he said, "I am grateful that the LORD gave David such a wise son to be king of that great nation!" English Revised Version And it came to pass, when Hiram heard the words of Solomon, that he rejoiced greatly, and said, Blessed be the LORD this day, which hath given unto David a wise son over this great people. GOD'S WORD® Translation Hiram was very glad to hear what Solomon had said. Hiram responded, "May the LORD be praised today. He has given David a wise son to rule this great nation." Good News Translation Hiram was extremely pleased when he received Solomon's message, and he said, "Praise the LORD today for giving David such a wise son to succeed him as king of that great nation!" International Standard Version As soon as Hiram received the message from Solomon, he became so ecstatic that he exclaimed, "Blessed be the LORD today, who has given David a wise son to rule this great people!" Then he sent this message to Solomon: NET Bible When Hiram heard Solomon's message, he was very happy. He said, "The LORD is worthy of praise today because he has given David a wise son to rule over this great nation." New Heart English Bible It happened, when Hiram heard the words of Solomon, that he rejoiced greatly, and said, "Blessed is the LORD this day, who has given to David a wise son over this great people." Webster's Bible Translation And it came to pass, when Hiram heard the words of Solomon, that he rejoiced greatly, and said, Blessed be the LORD this day, who hath given to David a wise son over this great people. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleWhen Hiram received Solomon’s message, he rejoiced greatly and said, “Blessed be the LORD this day! He has given David a wise son over this great people!” World English Bible When Hiram heard the words of Solomon, he rejoiced greatly, and said, “Blessed is Yahweh today, who has given to David a wise son to rule over this great people.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd it comes to pass at Hiram’s hearing the words of Solomon, that he rejoices exceedingly and says, “Blessed [is] YHWH today, who has given to David a wise son over this numerous people.” Berean Literal Bible And it came to pass that Hiram heard the words of Solomon, and he rejoiced greatly and said, “Blessed be YHWH this day, for He has given to David a wise son over this great people.” Young's Literal Translation And it cometh to pass at Hiram's hearing the words of Solomon, that he rejoiceth exceedingly, and saith, 'Blessed is Jehovah to-day, who hath given to David a wise son over this numerous people.' Smith's Literal Translation And it will be when Hiram heard the words of Solomon, and he will rejoice greatly, and say, Blessed Jehovah this day who gave to David a wise son over this great people. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleNow when Hiram had heard the words of Solomon, he rejoiced exceedingly, and said: Blessed be the Lord God this day, who hath given to David a very wise son over this numerous people. Catholic Public Domain Version Therefore, when Hiram had heard the words of Solomon, he rejoiced greatly, and he said, “Blessed be the Lord God this day, who gave to David a very wise son over this numerous people!” New American Bible When Hiram had heard the words of Solomon, he was overjoyed, and said, “Blessed be the LORD this day, who has given David a wise son over this numerous people.” New Revised Standard Version When Hiram heard the words of Solomon, he rejoiced greatly, and said, “Blessed be the LORD today, who has given to David a wise son to be over this great people.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd when Hiram heard the words of Solomon, he rejoiced greatly, and said, Blessed be the LORD this day, who has given to David a wise son over this great people. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And when Khiram heard the words of Solomon, he rejoiced greatly and said: “Blessed is LORD JEHOVAH today who gave to David a wise son over this great people!” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And it came to pass, when Hiram heard the words of Solomon, that he rejoiced greatly, and said: 'Blessed be the LORD this day, who hath given unto David a wise son over this great people.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And it came to pass, as soon as Chiram heard the words of Solomon, that he rejoiced greatly, and said, Blessed be God to-day, who has given to David a wise son over this numerous people. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Hiram's Reply7 When Hiram received Solomon’s message, he rejoiced greatly and said, “Blessed be the LORD this day! He has given David a wise son over this great people!” 8Then Hiram sent a reply to Solomon, saying: “I have received your message; I will do all you desire regarding the cedar and cypress timber.… Cross References When Hiram received Solomon’s message, 2 Chronicles 2:11 Then Hiram king of Tyre wrote a letter in reply to Solomon: “Because the LORD loves His people, He has set you over them as king.” 2 Chronicles 2:3 Then Solomon sent word to Hiram king of Tyre: “Do for me as you did for my father David when you sent him cedars to build himself a house to live in. 2 Chronicles 2:13 So now I am sending you Huram-abi, a skillful man endowed with creativity. he rejoiced greatly Proverbs 25:25 Like cold water to a weary soul is good news from a distant land. Proverbs 15:30 The light of the eyes cheers the heart, and good news nourishes the bones. Proverbs 12:25 Anxiety weighs down the heart of a man, but a good word cheers it up. and said, “Blessed be the LORD this day! 1 Samuel 25:32 Then David said to Abigail, “Blessed be the LORD, the God of Israel, who sent you to meet me this day! Genesis 24:27 saying, “Blessed be the LORD, the God of my master Abraham, who has not withheld His kindness and faithfulness from my master. As for me, the LORD has led me on the journey to the house of my master’s relatives.” Luke 1:68 “Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel, because He has visited and redeemed His people. He has given David a wise son 2 Chronicles 2:12 And Hiram added: “Blessed be the LORD, the God of Israel, who made the heavens and the earth! He has given King David a wise son with insight and understanding, who will build a temple for the LORD and a royal palace for himself. 1 Kings 3:12 behold, I will do what you have asked. I will give you a wise and discerning heart, so that there will never have been another like you, nor will there ever be. 1 Chronicles 22:12 Above all, may the LORD give you insight and understanding when He puts you in command over Israel, so that you may keep the Law of the LORD your God. over this great people!” 1 Kings 3:8 Your servant is here among the people You have chosen, a people too numerous to count or number. 2 Samuel 7:23 And who is like Your people Israel—the one nation on earth whom God went out to redeem as a people for Himself and to make a name for Himself? You performed great and awesome wonders by driving out nations and their gods from before Your people, whom You redeemed for Yourself from Egypt. Deuteronomy 4:7 For what nation is great enough to have a god as near to them as the LORD our God is to us whenever we call on Him? Psalm 72:10-11 May the kings of Tarshish and distant shores bring tribute; may the kings of Sheba and Seba offer gifts. / May all kings bow down to him and all nations serve him. Treasury of Scripture And it came to pass, when Hiram heard the words of Solomon, that he rejoiced greatly, and said, Blessed be the LORD this day, which has given to David a wise son over this great people. Blessed 1 Kings 10:9 Blessed be the LORD thy God, which delighted in thee, to set thee on the throne of Israel: because the LORD loved Israel for ever, therefore made he thee king, to do judgment and justice. 2 Chronicles 1:11,12 And God said to Solomon, Because this was in thine heart, and thou hast not asked riches, wealth, or honour, nor the life of thine enemies, neither yet hast asked long life; but hast asked wisdom and knowledge for thyself, that thou mayest judge my people, over whom I have made thee king: … 2 Chronicles 9:7,8 Happy are thy men, and happy are these thy servants, which stand continually before thee, and hear thy wisdom… which hath 1 Kings 1:48 And also thus said the king, Blessed be the LORD God of Israel, which hath given one to sit on my throne this day, mine eyes even seeing it. Genesis 33:5 And he lifted up his eyes, and saw the women and the children; and said, Who are those with thee? And he said, The children which God hath graciously given thy servant. Isaiah 8:18 Behold, I and the children whom the LORD hath given me are for signs and for wonders in Israel from the LORD of hosts, which dwelleth in mount Zion. a wise sone 1 Kings 3:9 Give therefore thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people, that I may discern between good and bad: for who is able to judge this thy so great a people? 2 Chronicles 2:11 Then Huram the king of Tyre answered in writing, which he sent to Solomon, Because the LORD hath loved his people, he hath made thee king over them. Proverbs 10:1 The proverbs of Solomon. A wise son maketh a glad father: but a foolish son is the heaviness of his mother. Jump to Previous Blessed David Glad Great Greatly Heard Hiram Message Pleased Praise Praised Rejoiced Rule Solomon Solomon's Today Wise WordsJump to Next Blessed David Glad Great Greatly Heard Hiram Message Pleased Praise Praised Rejoiced Rule Solomon Solomon's Today Wise Words1 Kings 5 1. Hiram, sending to congratulate Solomon, is desired to furnish him with timber7. Hiram, blessing God for Solomon, furnishes him with trees. 13. The number of Solomon's workmen and laborers When Hiram received Solomon’s message, When Hiram received Solomon’s message, he rejoiced and agreed to supply cedar and cypress timber from Lebanon for the temple. 2Ch 2:11 Then Hiram king of Tyre wrote a letter in reply to Solomon:… he rejoiced greatly Solomon’s accession strengthened the established friendship between the two kingdoms. Hiram recognized that David’s son possessed the wisdom needed to lead Israel and carry out the temple project. Pro 25:25 Like cold water to a weary soul is good news… and said, “Blessed be the LORD this day! Hiram openly honored the God of Israel for giving Solomon to rule. His words reflect the growing reputation of the LORD among surrounding nations during Solomon’s peaceful and prosperous reign. 1Sa 25:32 Then David said to Abigail, “Blessed be the LORD,… He has given David a wise son Solomon’s wisdom was God’s gift, equipping him to govern Israel, judge rightly, and oversee the construction of the temple. Hiram also acknowledged the continuity of David’s royal line. 2Ch 2:12 And Hiram added: “Blessed be the LORD, the God of Israel!… over this great people!” Israel had become a strong and influential nation under David and Solomon, fulfilling God’s promise to make Abraham’s descendants into a great nation. 1Ki 3:8 Your servant is here among the people You have chosen… Persons / Places / Events 1. HiramThe king of Tyre, a neighboring kingdom to Israel. Hiram was a friend and ally of King David and continued this alliance with Solomon. He is known for providing materials and craftsmen for the building of the temple. 2. Solomon The son of King David and Bathsheba, Solomon was known for his wisdom, wealth, and building projects, including the construction of the temple in Jerusalem. 3. David The former king of Israel, father of Solomon, and a man after God's own heart. His reign established the foundation for the prosperity and peace that Solomon would enjoy. 4. The LORD The covenant name of God, Yahweh, who is recognized by Hiram as the source of Solomon's wisdom and the one who has blessed Israel with a wise ruler. 5. The Great People Refers to the nation of Israel, God's chosen people, whom Solomon was appointed to lead. Teaching Points Recognition of God's BlessingsHiram's response to Solomon's wisdom is to bless the LORD. We should recognize and give thanks for God's blessings in our lives, acknowledging His hand in our successes and the gifts He bestows upon us. Wisdom as a Divine Gift Solomon's wisdom is a gift from God, reminding us that true wisdom comes from above. We should seek God's wisdom in our decisions and leadership roles. The Importance of Godly Alliances The alliance between Hiram and Solomon shows the value of forming relationships that honor God and support His purposes. We should seek partnerships that align with our faith and values. Leadership and Responsibility Solomon's wisdom was given for the purpose of leading God's people. Leaders today should seek God's guidance to lead with integrity and wisdom. Praise and Worship Hiram's blessing of the LORD is an act of worship. We should incorporate praise into our daily lives, recognizing God's sovereignty and goodness. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 5:7?2. How does 1 Kings 5:7 demonstrate God's fulfillment of promises to David's lineage? 3. What can we learn about God's provision from Hiram's reaction in 1 Kings 5:7? 4. How does Hiram's blessing in 1 Kings 5:7 connect to Genesis 12:3? 5. How can we emulate Hiram's recognition of God's work in our daily lives? 6. What role does gratitude play in acknowledging God's blessings, as seen in 1 Kings 5:7? 7. How does 1 Kings 5:7 reflect God's approval of Solomon's wisdom and leadership? 8. Why did Hiram rejoice greatly upon hearing Solomon's words in 1 Kings 5:7? 9. What does 1 Kings 5:7 reveal about the relationship between Israel and Tyre? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 5? (7) Blessed be the Lord.--Hiram's answer is one of deference, still more clearly marked in 2Chronicles 2:12-16. His acknowledgment of Jehovah the God of Israel is a token rather of such deference to Israel, than of any acceptance of Him as the one true God.Verse 7. - And It came to pass, when Hiram heard the words of Solomon [reported by his ambassadors], that he rejoiced greatly [see note on ver. 1. The continuance of the entente cordiale was ensured], and said, Blessed be the Lord [In 2 Chronicles 2:12, "Blessed be the Lord God of Israel that made heaven and earth." We are not warranted by the expression of the text in concluding that Hiram believed in the exclusive divinity of the God of Israel, or "identified Jehovah with Melkarth his god" (Rawlinson), much less that he was proselyte to the faith of David and Solomon. All that is certain is that he believed the Jehovah as God was quite compatible with the retention of a firm faith in Baa1 and Astarte. It is also possible that he here adopts a language which he knew would be acceptable to Solomon, or the historian may have given us his thoughts in a Hebrew dread It is noticeable that the LXX. has simply εὐλογητὸς ὁ θεὸς] which hath given unto David a wise son [Compare 1 Kings 1:48; 1 Kings 2:9. The proof of wisdom lay in Solomon's fulfilling his wise father's purposes, and in his care for the worship of God. "Wise," however, is not used here in the sense of "pious," as Bahr affirms. In Hiram's lips the word meant discreet, sagacious. He would hardly recognize the fear of the Lord as the beginning of wisdom] over this great people. 1 Kings 5:7 records a Gentile king’s joyful, God-centered response to Solomon’s request. Hiram: • recognizes the continuity of God’s covenant from David to Solomon, • rejoices because God’s purposes are advancing, • publicly blesses the LORD, and • acknowledges that Solomon’s wisdom and Israel’s greatness are divine gifts. The verse reminds us that God’s faithfulness is evident, His joy is contagious, and His wisdom placed in leaders is worthy of praise—truths as certain and literal today as when Hiram first voiced them. Hebrew When Hiramחִירָ֛ם (ḥî·rām) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2438: Hiram -- a Benjamite, also two Arameans (Syrians) received כִּשְׁמֹ֧עַ (kiš·mō·a‘) Preposition-k | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently Solomon’s שְׁלֹמֹ֖ה (šə·lō·mōh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8010: Solomon -- David's son and successor to his throne message, דִּבְרֵ֥י (diḇ·rê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause he rejoiced וַיִּשְׂמַ֣ח (way·yiś·maḥ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 8055: To brighten up, be, blithe, gleesome greatly מְאֹ֑ד (mə·’ōḏ) Adverb Strong's 3966: Vehemence, vehemently, wholly, speedily and said, וַיֹּ֗אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “Blessed [be] בָּר֤וּךְ (bā·rūḵ) Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine singular Strong's 1288: To kneel, to bless God, man, to curse the LORD יְהוָה֙ (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel this day! הַיּ֔וֹם (hay·yō·wm) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3117: A day He אֲשֶׁ֨ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that has given נָתַ֤ן (nā·ṯan) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5414: To give, put, set David לְדָוִד֙ (lə·ḏā·wiḏ) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse a wise חָכָ֔ם (ḥā·ḵām) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2450: Wise son בֵּ֣ן (bên) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1121: A son over עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against this הַזֶּֽה׃ (haz·zeh) Article | Pronoun - masculine singular Strong's 2088: This, that great הָרָ֖ב (hā·rāḇ) Article | Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 7227: Much, many, great people!” הָעָ֥ם (hā·‘ām) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock Additonal Resources 1 Kings 5:7 Blue Letter Bible1 Kings 5:7 Bible Gateway 1 Kings 5:7 Bible.com 1 Kings 5:7 NIV |
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