1 Kings 7:14 · KJV

"He was a widow's son of the tribe of Naphtali, and his father was a man of Tyre, a worker in brass: and he was filled with wisdom, and understanding, and cunning to work all works in brass. And he came to king Solomon, and wrought all his work."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹²And the great court round about was with three rows of hewed stones, and a row of cedar beams, both for the inner court of the house of the LORD, and for the porch of the house.

¹³And king Solomon sent and fetched Hiram out of Tyre.

¹⁴He was a widow's son of the tribe of Naphtali, and his father was a man of Tyre, a worker in brass: and he was filled with wisdom, and understanding, and cunning to work all works in brass. And he came to king Solomon, and wrought all his work.

¹⁵For he cast two pillars of brass, of eighteen cubits high apiece: and a line of twelve cubits did compass either of them about.

¹⁶And he made two chapiters of molten brass, to set upon the tops of the pillars: the height of the one chapiter was five cubits, and the height of the other chapiter was five cubits:

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Reflection Questions

How do you recognize and appreciate the talents of others?

What does it mean for you to use your skills for a greater purpose?

When have you felt your background shaped your abilities?

Life Application

work

Identify your unique skills and seek opportunities to use them for the benefit of others.

community

Encourage and support those around you in developing their talents and skills.

People in This Verse

HiramOT

King of Tyre who allied with David and provided materials and craftsmen for building projects. His support was crucial in establishing David's reign.

First appearance: 2 Samuel 5:11

Places in This Verse

Tyre(Tyre, Lebanon today)

An ancient Phoenician city known for its skilled artisans and trade, Tyre was a significant cultural and economic center in the ancient world.

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