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1 Kings 5:7
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 Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Hiram speaks to Solomon’s envoys immediately upon receiving the diplomatic request for Lebanese timber. He issues a public declaration of praise the moment the proposal arrives.
The words — וַ/יִּשְמַ֣ח (va/i.yis.Mach) records rejoicing, intensified by מְאֹ֑ד (me.'Od) meaning exceedingly. These terms mark the precise moment Hiram’s emotional and theological response to the incoming correspondence.
The thread — The attribution of royal wisdom to divine gift parallels Proverbs 23:24, which links a father’s joy to a wise son. The theme of God placing a capable ruler over a people also intersects with Isaiah 9:6.
Why it lands — The text states that Hiram recognized God as the source of Solomon’s wisdom and the reason for his successful reign. It requires readers to acknowledge that political order and leadership capability originate from divine appointment, not human merit.
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The Hebrew words
King James 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.
Cross-references
- Proverbs 23:24 The father of a righteous man will greatly rejoice, and he who fathers a wise son will delight in him.
- Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
- Genesis 33:5 When Esau looked up and saw the women and children, he asked, “Who are these with you?” Jacob answered, “These are the children God has graciously given your servant.”
- 1 Kings 1:48 saying, ‘Blessed be the LORD, the God of Israel! Today He has provided one to sit on my throne, and my eyes have seen it.’”
- 1 Kings 3:9 Therefore give Your servant an understanding heart to judge Your people and to discern between good and evil. For who is able to govern this great people of Yours?”
- 1 Kings 10:9 Blessed be the LORD your God, who has delighted in you to set you on the throne of Israel. Because of the LORD’s eternal love for Israel, He has made you king to carry out justice and righteousness.”
- 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 9:7 How blessed are your men! How blessed are these servants of yours who stand continually before you and hear your wisdom!
- Psalms 122:6 Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May those who love you prosper.
- Psalms 137:6 May my tongue cling to the roof of my mouth if I do not remember you, if I do not exalt Jerusalem as my greatest joy!