Key Figures — 1 Kings 7

2 figures

1. Solomon

   King of Israel and builder of the temple and his own palace.

   Solomon is responsible for the construction of the temple and his royal palace, demonstrating his wisdom and wealth. This chapter details the building of his palace, the House of the Forest of Lebanon, the Hall of Pillars, the Hall of the Throne, and the Hall of Judgment, as well as the construction of the temple furnishings.

   Related passages

   • 1 Kings Chapter 6 (Construction of the temple)
   • 2 Chronicles Chapter 3 (Parallel account of the temple construction)

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2. Hiram

   Skilled craftsman from Tyre.

   Hiram, a man of great skill in bronze work, was brought from Tyre to assist Solomon in crafting the temple furnishings, including the two pillars, the Sea, and various other bronze items.

   Related passages

   • 2 Chronicles Chapter 2 (Hiram's involvement in temple construction)
   • 2 Chronicles Chapter 4 (Details of the temple furnishings)

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