1 Kings 4:7

God's Word

Solomon appointed 12 district governors in Israel. They were to provide food for the king and his palace. Each one had to supply food for one month every year.

Cross References

1 Kings 12:4

“Your father made us carry a heavy burden. Reduce the hard work and lighten the heavy burden he put on us, and we will serve you.”

1 Kings 4:5

Azariah, son of Nathan, was in charge of the district governors. Zabud, son of Nathan, was the king’s adviser.

1 Kings 4:6

Ahishar was in charge of the palace. Adoniram, son of Abda, was in charge of forced labor.

1 Kings 4:8

Their names were Benhur, who was in charge of the hills of Ephraim,

1 Kings 5:7

Hiram was very glad to hear what Solomon had said. Hiram responded, “May the Lord be praised today. He has given David a wise son to rule this great nation.”