11 Then Hiram the king of Tyre answered in a letter that he sent to Solomon, (A)“Because the Lord loves his people, he has made you king over them.” 12 Hiram also said, “Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, (B)who made heaven and earth, who has given King David a wise son, who has discretion and understanding, (C)who will build a temple for the Lord and a royal palace for himself.

13 “Now I have sent a skilled man, who has understanding, Huram-abi,

Read full chapter

Bible Gateway Recommends

ESV Premium Gift Bible--soft leather-look, caramel
ESV Premium Gift Bible--soft leather-look, caramel
Retail: $19.99
Our Price: $12.99
Save: $7.00 (35%)
ESV Spiral-Bound Journaling Bible, Hardcover, Five-Volume Set
ESV Spiral-Bound Journaling Bible, Hardcover, Five-Volume Set
Retail: $149.99
Our Price: $94.99
Save: $55.00 (37%)
ESV Seek and Find Bible, hardcover
ESV Seek and Find Bible, hardcover
Retail: $34.99
Our Price: $9.49
Save: $25.50 (73%)
5.0 of 5.0 stars
ESV Economy Bible, Softcover, Case of 40
ESV Economy Bible, Softcover, Case of 40
Retail: $199.60
Our Price: $95.60
Save: $104.00 (52%)