1 Kings 4:9 Meaning
The son of Dekar, in Makaz, and in Shaalbim, and Beth-shemesh, and Elon-beth-hanan:
Context Explained
7And Solomon had twelve officers over all Israel, which provided victuals for the king and his household: each man his month in a year made provision.
8And these are their names: The son of Hur, in mount Ephraim:
9The son of Dekar, in Makaz, and in Shaalbim, and Beth-shemesh, and Elon-beth-hanan:
10The son of Hesed, in Aruboth; to him pertained Sochoh, and all the land of Hepher:
11The son of Abinadab, in all the region of Dor; which had Taphath the daughter of Solomon to wife:
Key Themes
Related Cross References
1 Timothy 3:12
Both verses discuss the roles and responsibilities of leaders.
Titus 1:7
This verse outlines the qualities expected of church leaders.
Acts 6:4
Both emphasize the need for leaders to focus on prayer and ministry.
Source: 1 Kings 4:9