1 Kings Chapter 5

Preparations for the Temple

Old Testament Unknown Verses 1 Kings

Chapter Summary

Solomon makes preparations to build the temple

Key Verses

1 Kings 5:5 1 Kings 5:12 1 Kings 5:18

Scripture Content

And so I intend to build a house for the name of the Lord my God, as the Lord said to David my father, 'Your son, whom I will set on your throne in your place, shall build the house for my name.' And the Lord gave Solomon wisdom, as he promised him. And there was peace between Hiram and Solomon, and the two of them made a treaty.

Themes & Topics

Temple Building International Relations Peace Divine Promise