BBE Image Bible : Scripture in Images 1 Kings 9:8
8. And this house will become a mass of broken walls, and everyone who goes by will be overcome with wonder at it and make whistling sounds; and they will say, Why has the Lord done so to this land and to this house?
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Summary: In 1 Kings chapter 9, Solomon receives a divine confirmation of his kingship and the temple he has built for God. God appears to Solomon a second time, affirming His covenant with him and warning him about the consequences of disobedience, including the eventual destruction of the temple and the scattering of Israel. This chapter emphasizes the importance of faithfulness to God’s commands and the seriousness of sin. Additionally, the chapter details Solomon's ambitious building projects, including the construction of cities and infrastructure such as supply cities and chariots. The significance of foreign relations is highlighted through Solomon's dealings with Hiram of Tyre, indicating an age of prosperity and diplomacy. The chapter concludes with a note on the tribute and forced labor from non-Israelite populations, revealing both the wealth and the challenges of Solomon’s reign. Overall, 1 Kings 9 underscores themes of obedience, divine favor, and the responsibilities that accompany leadership, along with the implications of turning away from God.
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