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1 Kings 9:12 Β· KJV

"And Hiram came out from Tyre to see the cities which Solomon had given him; and they pleased him not."

King James Version

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Passage Context

10And it came to pass at the end of twenty years, when Solomon had built the two houses, the house of the LORD, and the king's house,
11(Now Hiram the king of Tyre had furnished Solomon with cedar trees and fir trees, and with gold, according to all his desire,) that then king Solomon gave Hiram twenty cities in the land of Galilee.
12And Hiram came out from Tyre to see the cities which Solomon had given him; and they pleased him not.
13And he said, What cities are these which thou hast given me, my brother? And he called them the land of Cabul unto this day.
14And Hiram sent to the king sixscore talents of gold.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you handle disappointment in your relationships?

2

What does it mean for you to seek satisfaction in your endeavors?

3

When have you felt unfulfilled in a situation?

Life Application

relationships

Communicate openly with those you work with to manage expectations.

work

Evaluate your projects to ensure they align with your values and goals.

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 trade and craftsmanship, significant in biblical history.

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