1 Kings 9:22

Holy Bible: Easy-to-Read Version

Solomon did not force any Israelites to be his slaves. The Israelites were soldiers, government officials, officers, captains, and chariot commanders and drivers.

Cross References

Leviticus 25:39

“If anyone from your own country becomes so poor that they must sell themselves to you, don’t make them work like slaves.

Jeremiah 34:14

I said to your ancestors, “At the end of every seven years, everyone must set their Hebrew slaves free. If you have fellow Hebrews who have sold themselves to you, you must let them go free after they have served you for six years.” But your ancestors did not listen to me or pay attention to me.

Song of Solomon 3:7

Look, Solomon’s traveling chair. There are 60 soldiers guarding it, strong soldiers of Israel.