Let's review. Solomon was supposed to build a temple for God
to dwell in; a place where He could stay among them. And, he was on board with
that. But, he recognized that despite all the supplies his father had
collected, he needed some additional resources to be able to undertake the
mammoth project. So, he contacted the king of Tyre and inquired about the
possibility of getting some help. He especially requested that the king of Tyre
send an expert craftsman/engraver... and lots of lumber.
Now, just like David wouldn't offer God something that
didn't cost him anything (1st Chronicles 21:24), neither would
Solomon take Hiram's goods for nothing. He offered grain, wine and oil in
exchange for Hiram's help. And, Hiram agreed to give Israel's young king what
he asked for. So, Solomon arranged his
tens of thousands of workers in order.
He was ready to get started.
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