1 Kings 5:12
1 Kings 5:12 in Multiple Translations
And the LORD gave Solomon wisdom, as He had promised him. There was peace between Hiram and Solomon, and the two of them made a treaty.
And the LORD gave Solomon wisdom, as he promised him: and there was peace between Hiram and Solomon; and they two made a league together.
And Jehovah gave Solomon wisdom, as he promised him; and there was peace between Hiram and Solomon; and they two made a league together.
Now the Lord had given Solomon wisdom, as he had said to him; and there was peace between Hiram and Solomon, and they made an agreement together.
The Lord gave Solomon wisdom just as he had promised him. Hiram and Solomon had a good relationship and they made a peace treaty with each other.
And the Lord gaue Salomon wisedome as he promised him. And there was peace betweene Hiram and Salomon, and they two made a couenant.
And Jehovah hath given wisdom to Solomon as He spake to him, and there is peace between Hiram and Solomon, and they make a covenant both of them.
The LORD gave Solomon wisdom, as he promised him. There was peace between Hiram and Solomon, and the two of them made a treaty together.
And the LORD gave Solomon wisdom, as he promised him: and there was peace between Hiram and Solomon; and they two made a league together.
And the Lord gave wisdom to Solomon, as he promised him: and there was peace between Hiram and Solomon, and they two made a league together.
Yahweh enabled Solomon to be wise, just like he had promised. Solomon and Hiram made a treaty/agreement that there would be peace between their two governments/countries.
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Kings 5:12
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1 Kings 5:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְדַבֵּ֕ר
שְׁלֹ֥שֶׁת
אֲלָפִ֖ים
מָשָׁ֑ל
וַ/יְהִ֥י
שִׁיר֖/וֹ
חֲמִשָּׁ֥ה
וָ/אָֽלֶף
וַ/יְדַבֵּ֕ר
dâbar
H1696
to speak
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
שְׁלֹ֥שֶׁת
shâlôwsh
H7969
three
Adj
אֲלָפִ֖ים
ʼeleph
H505
thousand
Adj
מָשָׁ֑ל
mâshâl
H4912
proverb
N-ms
וַ/יְהִ֥י
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
שִׁיר֖/וֹ
shîyr
H7892
song
N-cs | Suff
חֲמִשָּׁ֥ה
châmêsh
H2568
five
Adj
וָ/אָֽלֶף
ʼeleph
H505
thousand
Conj | Adj
Hebrew Word Study
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 5:12
וַ/יְדַבֵּ֕ר
dâbar
H1696
"to speak"
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
שְׁלֹ֥שֶׁת
shâlôwsh
H7969
"three"
Adj
This Hebrew word means three or thrice, and is used to describe quantities or repetitions in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including three, third, and thirteen.
Definition: 1) three, triad 1a) 3, 300, third Aramaic equivalent: te.lat (תְּלָת "three" H8532)
Usage: Occurs in 381 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] fork, [phrase] often(-times), third, thir(-teen, -teenth), three, [phrase] thrice. Compare H7991 (שָׁלִישׁ). See also: Genesis 5:22; Joshua 1:11; 2 Kings 9:32.
אֲלָפִ֖ים
ʼeleph
H505
"thousand"
Adj
A thousand, as in Exodus 20:6 where God shows love to thousands of people. It represents a large number or a company of people under one leader, like an army or a group of soldiers.
Definition: : thousand 1) a thousand 1a) as numeral 2) a thousand, company 2a) as a company of men under one leader, troops
Usage: Occurs in 390 OT verses. KJV: thousand. See also: Genesis 20:16; Joshua 3:4; 2 Kings 18:23.
מָשָׁ֑ל
mâshâl
H4912
"proverb"
N-ms
A proverb is a short saying that teaches a lesson, often using comparisons or metaphors, like those found in the book of Proverbs. It's a way of sharing wisdom and insight. Proverbs are used by Solomon and other biblical writers.
Definition: 1) proverb, parable 1a) proverb, proverbial saying, aphorism 1b) byword 1c) similitude, parable 1d) poem 1e) sentences of ethical wisdom, ethical maxims
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: byword, like, parable, proverb. See also: Numbers 23:7; Psalms 78:2; Psalms 44:15.
וַ/יְהִ֥י
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
שִׁיר֖/וֹ
shîyr
H7892
"song"
N-cs | Suff
This word refers to a song or singing, and it is used in the Bible to describe musical expressions of praise and worship, like the songs of David in the book of Psalms. It can also be used to describe a specific song or ode.
Definition: 1) song 1a) lyric song 1b) religious song 1c) song of Levitical choirs Also means: shi.rah (שִׁירָה "song" H7892B)
Usage: Occurs in 87 OT verses. KJV: musical(-ick), [idiom] sing(-er, -ing), song. See also: Genesis 31:27; Psalms 76:1; Psalms 18:1.
חֲמִשָּׁ֥ה
châmêsh
H2568
"five"
Adj
This Hebrew word simply means the number five. It is used throughout the Bible to describe quantities of five, such as five loaves of bread in Matthew 14:17. It can also mean a multiple of five.
Definition: 1) five 1a) five (cardinal number) 1b) a multiple of five (with another number) 1c) fifth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 272 OT verses. KJV: fif(-teen), fifth, five ([idiom] apiece). See also: Genesis 5:6; Numbers 31:45; Ezra 2:66.
וָ/אָֽלֶף
ʼeleph
H505
"thousand"
Conj | Adj
A thousand, as in Exodus 20:6 where God shows love to thousands of people. It represents a large number or a company of people under one leader, like an army or a group of soldiers.
Definition: : thousand 1) a thousand 1a) as numeral 2) a thousand, company 2a) as a company of men under one leader, troops
Usage: Occurs in 390 OT verses. KJV: thousand. See also: Genesis 20:16; Joshua 3:4; 2 Kings 18:23.
Study Notes — 1 Kings 5:12
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 5:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 5:12
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 5:12
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 5:12
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 5:12
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 5:12
- Sermons on 1 Kings 5:12
Context — Hiram’s Reply to Solomon
10So Hiram provided Solomon with all the cedar and cypress timber he wanted,
11and year after year Solomon would provide Hiram with 20,000 cors of wheat as food for his household, as well as 20,000 baths of pure olive oil.
12And the LORD gave Solomon wisdom, as He had promised him. There was peace between Hiram and Solomon, and the two of them made a treaty.
13Then King Solomon conscripted a labor force of 30,000 men from all Israel. 14He sent them to Lebanon in monthly shifts of 10,000 men, so that they would spend one month in Lebanon and two months at home. And Adoniram was in charge of the forced labor.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Kings 3:12 | behold, I will do what you have asked. I will give you a wise and discerning heart, so that there has never been nor will ever be another like you. |
| 2 | Amos 1:9 | This is what the LORD says: “For three transgressions of Tyre, even four, I will not revoke My judgment, because they delivered up a whole congregation of exiles to Edom and broke a covenant of brotherhood. |
| 3 | James 1:5 | Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. |
| 4 | Genesis 21:32 | After they had made the covenant at Beersheba, Abimelech and Phicol the commander of his army got up and returned to the land of the Philistines. |
| 5 | 1 Kings 15:19 | “Let there be a treaty between me and you, between my father and your father. See, I have sent you a gift of silver and gold. Now go and break your treaty with Baasha king of Israel, so that he will withdraw from me.” |
| 6 | 2 Chronicles 1:12 | therefore wisdom and knowledge have been granted to you. And I will also give you riches and wealth and honor unlike anything given to the kings before you or after you.” |
| 7 | 1 Kings 4:29 | And God gave Solomon wisdom, exceedingly deep insight, and understanding beyond measure, like the sand on the seashore. |
1 Kings 5:12 Summary
This verse tells us that God gave Solomon the wisdom he had promised him, and because of this, Solomon was able to have peace with other leaders, like Hiram. Just like God was with Solomon, He is with us today, guiding us and giving us wisdom when we ask for it, as seen in James 1:5. We can trust that God will give us the wisdom we need to make good decisions and have peaceful relationships with others, just like He did for Solomon. By looking to God for wisdom, we can build strong relationships and make a positive impact in the world around us, just as Solomon did when he built the Temple, with the help of Hiram, as mentioned in 1 Kings 5:10.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wisdom did God give Solomon?
The Bible doesn't specify exactly what kind of wisdom God gave Solomon in 1 Kings 5:12, but we know from 1 Kings 3:12 that it included wisdom to govern God's people, as well as wisdom to discern right from wrong, as seen in 1 Kings 3:9-14.
Who was Hiram and why was he important to Solomon?
Hiram was the king of Tyre, as mentioned in 1 Kings 5:1, and he was important to Solomon because he provided the materials and labor needed to build the Temple, as seen in 1 Kings 5:10.
What does it mean that Solomon and Hiram made a treaty?
When Solomon and Hiram made a treaty, as stated in 1 Kings 5:12, it meant they agreed to be at peace with each other and work together, much like the covenant God made with His people, as seen in Exodus 19:5-6.
How did Solomon's wisdom affect his relationships with other leaders?
Solomon's wisdom, given by God in 1 Kings 5:12, helped him to have peaceful relationships with other leaders, such as Hiram, and to make wise decisions, as seen in 1 Kings 10:1-13 when the queen of Sheba visited him.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can seek wisdom from God, just like Solomon did?
- How can I apply the principle of making peaceful treaties with others in my own life?
- What are some areas in my life where I need God's wisdom to guide me?
- How can I use my own gifts and talents to build up God's kingdom, just like Solomon used his wisdom to build the Temple?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 5:12
And the Lord gave Solomon wisdom, as he promised him,.... Which, among other things, appeared in his preparations for building the temple, and in his agreements with Hiram for timber and workmen for
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 5:12
And the LORD gave Solomon wisdom, as he promised him: and there was peace between Hiram and Solomon; and they two made a league together. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 5:12
The Lord gave Solomon wisdom, i.e. he increased in wisdom more and more; which is here mentioned, because he showed his wisdom in all his transactions with Hiram.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 5:12
1 Kings 5:12 And the LORD gave Solomon wisdom, as he promised him: and there was peace between Hiram and Solomon; and they two made a league together.Ver. 12. And the Lord gave Solomon wisdom] Sapientiam architectonicam, tanquam Idaeam futuri aedificii, wisdom for the present purpose, skill in contriving and building, a notion of the future edifice. And they two made a league together.] A brotherly covenant, which though Tyre some while forgot, and insulted over Jerusalem, yet it was foretold - and accordingly fulfilled - that Tyre, when converted, should leave hoarding and heaping her wealth, and should find another manner of employment for it, viz., to feed and clothe God’ s saints.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 5:12
12. they two made a league] The friendship was a close one, as may be seen from 1 Kings 9:13, where Hiram calls Solomon ‘my brother.’ It is probable that this alliance between Tyre and the successors of Solomon continued, even when the kingdoms of Israel and Judah were separated. Jezebel, Ahab’s wife, was a daughter of the Tyrian king Ethbaal.
Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 5:12
The Lord gave Solomon wisdom - It seems to be implied that Solomon’s divine gift of wisdom enabled him to make such favorable arrangements with Hiram.
Sermons on 1 Kings 5:12
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The Riches of Christ in the Wisdom and Revelation of God by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the rapid development and advancements in the world, which are often seen as signs of human wisdom. However, the speaker argues that this wi |
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Get Your Fingers Out of Your Ears by Greg Locke | In this sermon, the preacher discusses why people, both physically and spiritually, stick their fingers in their ears and refuse to listen to the message of God. He believes there |
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The Most High a Prayer Hearing God by Jonathan Edwards | Jonathan Edwards preaches on the character of the Most High as a prayer-hearing God, emphasizing that God graciously takes notice of the prayers of His people, accepts their suppli |
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Gv1601 Prayer by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer and the need to prioritize it in our lives. He shares an example of a man named Buck Singh who dedicated three hours |
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De Vitis Patrum, Book Vi by Heribert Rosweyde | Heribert Rosweyde preaches on the importance of spiritual discernment and the consequences of our actions, as seen through the stories of various old men and their encounters with |
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Aaron's Failure by Duncan Campbell | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of his daughter giving a testimony before leaving for Nepal. She attributes her faith and presence at the meeting to her pa |
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Deeper Waters - Part 1 by Leonard Ravenhill | Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the profound depth of the Gospel of John, particularly focusing on the themes of sanctification and the nature of Jesus as both divine and human. He ar |