1 KINGS 5

KING HIRAM PROVIDED SOLOMON MATERIALS FOR THE TEMPLE

As Solomon prepares to build the temple, he consults King Hiram of Tyre to obtain the highest quality materials. King Hiram had a close relationship with David and recognizes the great work that God had done in Israel. Hiram rejoices with gladness that God provided David a wise and faithful son.

King Hiram has access to beautiful cedar and cypress and supplies Solomon with everything he needs to build the temple. Solomon arranges for over 180,000 men to be laborers in constructing the temple—this was no small task! They lay the foundation of the temple, building it on large, costly stones.