1 Kings 4:7

Modern English Version

Solomon had twelve officers over all Israel who made provision for the king and his household. Each man was assigned a month to make provision.

Cross References

1 Kings 12:4

“Your father made our yoke unbearable. Now, therefore, make the grievous service to your father and the heavy yoke he put upon us lighter, and we will serve you.”

1 Kings 4:5

Azariah the son of Nathan was over the officers, and Zabud the son of Nathan was principal officer and the king’s friend.

1 Kings 4:6

Ahishar was over the household, and Adoniram the son of Abda was over the forced labor.

1 Kings 4:8

These are their names: the son of Hur in Mount Ephraim;

1 Kings 5:7

When Hiram heard the words of Solomon, he rejoiced greatly and said, “Blessed be the Lord this day, who has given David a wise son over this great people.”