1 Kings 5:15

“And Solomon had threescore and ten thousand that bare burdens, and fourscore thousand hewers in the mountains;”

"And Solomon had threescore and ten thousand that bare burdens, and fourscore thousand hewers in the mountains;" - 1 Kings 5:15
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What does 1 Kings 5:15 mean?

1 Kings 5:15 (KJV) says, "And Solomon had threescore and ten thousand that bare burdens, and fourscore thousand hewers in the mountains." This verse comes from the Old Testament book of 1 Kings, which recounts the reign of Solomon, son of David, over the united kingdom of…

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The Legacy of Service: Lessons from Solomon's Laborers

In the majestic narrative of King Solomon's reign, we find a moment that, while often overlooked, bears profound implications for our understanding of service, purpose, and divine provision. The verse from 1 Kings 5:15 states, "And Solomon had threescore and ten thousand that…

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A Prayer for Wisdom and Strength in Our Labor

Heavenly Father, As I come before You today, I am reminded of the words written in 1 Kings 5:15: "And Solomon had threescore and ten thousand that bare burdens, and fourscore thousand hewers in the mountains." I pause to reflect on the great endeavor that was set before King…

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1 Kings 1:15 - "¶ And Bath-sheba went in unto the king into the chamber: and the king was very old; and Abishag the Shunammite ministered unto the king."
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