1 Kings 4:7

Easy To Read Version

Israel was divided into twelve areas called districts. Solomon chose governors to rule over each district. These governors were ordered to gather food from their districts and give the food to the king and his family. Each of the twelve governors was responsible for giving food to the king one month of each year.

Cross References

1 Kings 12:4

“Your father forced us to work very hard. Now, make it easier for us. Stop the heavy work that your father forced us to do. Then we will serve you.”

1 Kings 4:5

Azariah son of Nathan. Azariah was in charge of the district governors.

1 Kings 4:6

Ahishar. Ahishar was responsible for everything in the king’s home.

1 Kings 4:8

These are the names of the twelve governors:

1 Kings 5:7

When Hiram heard what Solomon asked, he was very happy. King Hiram said, “I thank the Lord today for giving David a wise son to rule this great nation!”