1 Kings 9:12
1 Kings 9:12 in Multiple Translations
So Hiram went out from Tyre to inspect the towns that Solomon had given him, but he was not pleased with them.
And Hiram came out from Tyre to see the cities which Solomon had given him; and they pleased him not.
And Hiram came out from Tyre to see the cities which Solomon had given him; and they pleased him not.
But when Hiram came from Tyre to see the towns which Solomon had given him, he was not pleased with them.
But when Hiram went from Tyre to see the cities that Solomon had given him, he was not happy with them.
And Hiram came out from Tyrus to see the cities which Salomon had giuen him, and they pleased him not.
And Hiram cometh out from Tyre to see the cities that Solomon hath given to him, and they have not been right in his eyes,
Hiram came out of Tyre to see the cities which Solomon had given him; and they didn’t please him.
And Hiram came out from Tyre to see the cities which Solomon had given him; and they pleased him not.
And Hiram came out of Tyre, to see the towns which Solomon had given him, and they pleased him not,
But when Hiram went from Tyre to Galilee to see the cities that Solomon had given to him, he was not pleased with them.
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1 Kings 9:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וַ/יֵּצֵ֤א
חִירָם֙
מִ/צֹּ֔ר
לִ/רְאוֹת֙
אֶת
הֶ֣/עָרִ֔ים
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
נָתַן
ל֖/וֹ
שְׁלֹמֹ֑ה
וְ/לֹ֥א
יָשְׁר֖וּ
בְּ/עֵינָֽי/ו
וַ/יֵּצֵ֤א
yâtsâʼ
H3318
to come out
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
חִירָם֙
Chîyrâm
H2438
Hiram
N-proper
מִ/צֹּ֔ר
Tsôr
H6865
Tyre
Prep | N-proper
לִ/רְאוֹת֙
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הֶ֣/עָרִ֔ים
ʻîyr
H5892
excitement
Art | N-fp
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
נָתַן
nâthan
H5414
to give
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
ל֖/וֹ
Prep | Suff
שְׁלֹמֹ֑ה
Shᵉlômôh
H8010
Solomon
N-proper
וְ/לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Conj | Part
יָשְׁר֖וּ
yâshar
H3474
to smooth
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
בְּ/עֵינָֽי/ו
ʻayin
H5869
eye
Prep | N-cd | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 9:12
וַ/יֵּצֵ֤א
yâtsâʼ
H3318
"to come out"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to go out or come out, and it's used in many different ways, like leaving a place or starting a new journey, as seen in Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: : come/go_out/escape 1) to go out, come out, exit, go forth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come out or forth, depart 1a2) to go forth (to a place) 1a3) to go forward, proceed to (to or toward something) 1a4) to come or go forth (with purpose or for result) 1a5) to come out of 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to go or come out, bring out, lead out 1b2) to bring out of 1b3) to lead out 1b4) to deliver 1c) (Hophal) to be brought out or forth
Usage: Occurs in 991 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, appear, [idiom] assuredly, bear out, [idiom] begotten, break out, bring forth (out, up), carry out, come (abroad, out, thereat, without), [phrase] be condemned, depart(-ing, -ure), draw forth, in the end, escape, exact, fail, fall (out), fetch forth (out), get away (forth, hence, out), (able to, cause to, let) go abroad (forth, on, out), going out, grow, have forth (out), issue out, lay (lie) out, lead out, pluck out, proceed, pull out, put away, be risen, [idiom] scarce, send with commandment, shoot forth, spread, spring out, stand out, [idiom] still, [idiom] surely, take forth (out), at any time, [idiom] to (and fro), utter. See also: Genesis 1:12; Exodus 9:33; Leviticus 26:45.
חִירָם֙
Chîyrâm
H2438
"Hiram"
N-proper
Hiram was a king of Tyre who helped build the palace for David and the temple for Solomon, and was also the name of the chief architect of Solomon's temple.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ki.7.13; also called Huram-abi (KJV: "Huram my father's") at 2Ch.2.13; 4.16; § Hiram, Huram = "noble" 1) the king of Tyre who sent workmen and materials to Jerusalem to build both the palace for David and the temple for Solomon 2) the chief architect and engineer of Solomon's temple sent by King Hiram to Solomon
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: Hiram, Huram. See also: 2 Samuel 5:11; 1 Kings 7:40; 2 Chronicles 9:10.
מִ/צֹּ֔ר
Tsôr
H6865
"Tyre"
Prep | N-proper
Tyre refers to a city on the Mediterranean coast, mentioned in the Bible as a major Phoenician city, translated as Tyre or Tyrus, meaning a rock. It appears in books like Matthew and Acts. The city was an important trade center.
Definition: § Tyre or Tyrus = "a rock" the Phoenician city on the Mediterranean coast
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: Tyre, Tyrus. See also: Joshua 19:29; Jeremiah 27:3; Psalms 45:13.
לִ/רְאוֹת֙
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הֶ֣/עָרִ֔ים
ʻîyr
H5892
"excitement"
Art | N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to a city or town, often a place with a wall or a watchman. It is used to describe a settlement or encampment, like the city of Ai, which is mentioned in the book of Joshua. The word is used to identify specific locations in the Bible.
Definition: 1) excitement, anguish 1a) of terror
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. See also: Genesis 4:17; Deuteronomy 3:6; Joshua 14:12.
אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
נָתַן
nâthan
H5414
"to give"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This word means to give, put, or set something, with a wide range of applications. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, describing God's actions and human interactions. The word is used to convey giving, selling, or exchanging something.
Definition: : give/deliver/send/produce 1) to give, put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to give, bestow, grant, permit, ascribe, employ, devote, consecrate, dedicate, pay wages, sell, exchange, lend, commit, entrust, give over, deliver up, yield produce, occasion, produce, requite to, report, mention, utter, stretch out, extend 1a2) to put, set, put on, put upon, set, appoint, assign, designate 1a3) to make, constitute 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be given, be bestowed, be provided, be entrusted to, be granted to, be permitted, be issued, be published, be uttered, be assigned 1b2) to be set, be put, be made, be inflicted 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be given, be bestowed, be given up, be delivered up 1c2) to be put upon
Usage: Occurs in 1816 OT verses. KJV: add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. See also: Genesis 1:17; Genesis 40:21; Exodus 30:12.
ל֖/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
שְׁלֹמֹ֑ה
Shᵉlômôh
H8010
"Solomon"
N-proper
Shelomoh, or Solomon, was a king of Judah and successor of his father David, first mentioned in 2 Samuel 5:14 and known for his wisdom.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.5.14; son of: David (H1732) and Bathsheba (H1339); brother of: Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727) and Nathan (H5416); half-brother of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Absalom (H0053), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Ibhar (H2984), Elishua (H0474), Nepheg (H5298H), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N); married to daughter_of_Pharaoh (H6547P) and Naamah (H5279A); father of: Taphath (H2955), Basemath (H1315) and Rehoboam (H7346); also called Jedidiah at 2Sa.12.25; § Solomon = "peace" son of David by Bathsheba and 3rd king of Israel; author of Proverbs and Song of Songs
Usage: Occurs in 263 OT verses. KJV: Solomon. See also: 2 Samuel 5:14; 1 Kings 9:25; 2 Chronicles 7:8.
וְ/לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Conj | Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
יָשְׁר֖וּ
yâshar
H3474
"to smooth"
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
To be straight or smooth is the meaning of this Hebrew word, often used to describe something as right or pleasant. It is used in Proverbs 11:5 to describe a righteous person, and in Psalm 23:3 to describe a path that is straight and right.
Definition: 1) to be right, be straight, be level, be upright, be just, be lawful, be smooth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go straight 1a2) to be pleasing, be agreeable, be right (fig.) 1a3) to be straightforward, be upright 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to make right, make smooth, make straight 1b2) to lead, direct, lead straight along 1b3) to esteem right, approve 1c) (Pual) to be made level, be laid smoothly out 1d) (Hiphil) to make straight, look straight
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: direct, fit, seem good (meet), [phrase] please (will), be (esteem, go) right (on), bring (look, make, take the) straight (way), be upright(-ly). See also: Numbers 23:27; Psalms 5:9; Psalms 119:128.
בְּ/עֵינָֽי/ו
ʻayin
H5869
"eye"
Prep | N-cd | Suff
This word can mean a spring or fountain, but also refers to the eye or a source of something. It is often translated as affliction, outward appearance, or countenance, and is used in various contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : eye 1) eye 1a) eye 1a1) of physical eye 1a2) as showing mental qualities 1a3) of mental and spiritual faculties (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 828 OT verses. KJV: affliction, outward appearance, [phrase] before, [phrase] think best, colour, conceit, [phrase] be content, countenance, [phrase] displease, eye((-brow), (-d), -sight), face, [phrase] favour, fountain, furrow (from the margin), [idiom] him, [phrase] humble, knowledge, look, ([phrase] well), [idiom] me, open(-ly), [phrase] (not) please, presence, [phrase] regard, resemblance, sight, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them, [phrase] think, [idiom] us, well, [idiom] you(-rselves). See also: Genesis 3:5; Exodus 34:9; Deuteronomy 28:67.
Study Notes — 1 Kings 9:12
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- Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 9:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 9:12
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 9:12
- Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 9:12
- Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 9:12
- Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 9:12
- Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 9:12
- Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 9:12
- Sermons on 1 Kings 9:12
Context — Solomon’s Additional Achievements
10Now at the end of the twenty years during which Solomon built these two houses, the house of the LORD and the royal palace,
11King Solomon gave twenty towns in the land of Galilee to Hiram king of Tyre, who had supplied him with cedar and cypress logs and gold for his every desire.
12So Hiram went out from Tyre to inspect the towns that Solomon had given him, but he was not pleased with them.
13“What are these towns you have given me, my brother?” asked Hiram, and he called them the Land of Cabul, as they are called to this day. 14And Hiram had sent the king 120 talents of gold.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Numbers 22:34 | “I have sinned,” Balaam said to the angel of the LORD, “for I did not realize that you were standing in the road to confront me. And now, if this is displeasing in your sight, I will go back home.” |
| 2 | Judges 14:3 | But his father and mother replied, “Can’t you find a young woman among your relatives or among any of our people? Must you go to the uncircumcised Philistines to get a wife?” But Samson told his father, “Get her for me, for she is pleasing to my eyes.” |
1 Kings 9:12 Summary
This verse tells us that Hiram, the king of Tyre, was not happy with the twenty towns Solomon gave him as a gift. This shows that even when we give our best to others, they may not always appreciate it, just like the servants in Matthew 25:14-30 who were expected to use their talents wisely. Solomon's gift was an act of kindness and generosity, but Hiram's response was one of dissatisfaction, reminding us that true happiness and contentment come from God, not from the things we possess (as seen in Psalm 16:11 and Philippians 4:11-12).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Solomon give Hiram twenty towns in the land of Galilee?
Solomon gave Hiram twenty towns in the land of Galilee as a gesture of gratitude and repayment for the materials and support Hiram provided for the construction of the temple and the royal palace, as seen in 1 Kings 9:11 and 1 Kings 5:1-12.
What was Hiram's reaction to the towns Solomon gave him?
Hiram was not pleased with the towns Solomon gave him, as stated in 1 Kings 9:12, and he even referred to them as the Land of Cabul, which may mean 'good for nothing' or 'like nothing', as mentioned in 1 Kings 9:13.
Is there any other instance in the Bible where a king gave away towns as a gift?
While there may not be an exact instance, we see in Genesis 13:5-12 that Abraham and Lot had to separate due to the size of their flocks, and Abraham gave Lot the choice of the land, showing that giving away land or towns as a gift or compromise is not unprecedented in biblical history.
How does this verse relate to the concept of stewardship in the Bible?
This verse highlights the importance of being a good steward of the resources God provides, as seen in Matthew 25:14-30, where the master entrusts his servants with talents and expects them to use them wisely, just like Solomon and Hiram were entrusted with the resources of their kingdoms.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn from Solomon's decision to give away twenty towns, and how can we apply that to our own lives in terms of generosity and gratitude?
- How does Hiram's reaction to the towns reflect his character, and what can we learn from his response?
- In what ways can we, like Solomon, use the resources God has given us to bless others and build His kingdom?
- What are some areas in our lives where we may be like Hiram, dissatisfied with what we have been given, and how can we cultivate a heart of contentment and gratitude?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 9:12
And Hiram came out from Tyre to see the cities which Solomon had given him,.... For these cities, being in or near Galilee, were not far from Tyre: and they pleased him not; being either out of
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 9:12
And Hiram came out from Tyre to see the cities which Solomon had given him; and they pleased him not. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 1 Kings 9:12
He did not accept them for satisfaction, because the cities were out of repair, as appears from , and the soil not good in his eyes, and therefore he refused them, , and expected, and doubtless had, satisfaction some other way, as may be gathered from the following story.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 9:12
1 Kings 9:12 And Hiram came out from Tyre to see the cities which Solomon had given him; and they pleased him not.Ver. 12. And they pleased him not.] Here some tax Hiram of covetousness, which he expressed by his lofty looks, and discontented expostulations.
Ellicott's Commentary on 1 Kings 9:12
(12) The cities are said to have been in “the land of Galilee.” The name Galilee, signifying properly a “circle” or “ring” of territory, is used twice in the Book of Joshua for a region round Kedesh-Naphtali (Joshua 20:7; Joshua 21:32), lying to the north-west of the Lake of Gennesareth, and extending to the Waters of Merom. (See also 2 Kings 15:29.) The western portion of this territory would lie nearly on the frontiers of Tyre, and so would suit well the purpose both of Hiram and of Solomon. The discontent of Hiram probably referred to the condition of the cities (which afterwards had to be rebuilt), not to their geographical position.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 9:12
12. came out from Tyre] The LXX. adds ‘and went into Galilee.’
Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 9:12
They pleased him not - It is a reasonable conjecture that, when a question arose with respect to a cession of land, Hiram had cast his eyes on the bay or harbour of Acco, or Ptolemais, and was
Whedon's Commentary on 1 Kings 9:12
12. They pleased him not — “These twenty cities were mere villages, of course, and it is a genuine Eastern trick to dignify a small present with a pompous name.” — Thomson.
Sermons on 1 Kings 9:12
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The Land of Cabul by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks emphasizes the futility of earthly inheritances, illustrating how they are subject to corruption and loss, much like the worthless land of Cabul given by Solomon. He |
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I Have Sinned by Jack Hyles | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on his experience as a public speaker and his struggle with three specific words. He emphasizes the importance of hard work and the negative co |
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Confession of Sin by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon delivers a powerful sermon on the 'Confession of Sin,' emphasizing its necessity for salvation and the different types of confessions found in Scripture. He illustrat |
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Exodus 9:27 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith discusses the theme of confession of sin, illustrating various types of confessions from the Bible, including the terror-driven confession of Pharaoh, the insincere con |
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Oneness With God in the Heavenly Nature of Everything (Continued) by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the theme of oneness with God through the experiences of Abraham, illustrating how the Old Testament figures, despite their mistakes, were part of a div |