Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version He also built up Tadmor in the desert and all the store cities he had built in Hamath. New Living Translation He rebuilt Tadmor in the wilderness and built towns in the region of Hamath as supply centers. English Standard Version He built Tadmor in the wilderness and all the store cities that he built in Hamath. Berean Standard Bible He built Tadmor in the wilderness, in addition to all the store cities that he had built in Hamath. King James Bible And he built Tadmor in the wilderness, and all the store cities, which he built in Hamath. New King James Version He also built Tadmor in the wilderness, and all the storage cities which he built in Hamath. New American Standard Bible He built Tadmor in the wilderness and all the storage cities which he had built in Hamath. NASB 1995 He built Tadmor in the wilderness and all the storage cities which he had built in Hamath. NASB 1977 And he built Tadmor in the wilderness and all the storage cities which he had built in Hamath. Legacy Standard Bible And he built Tadmor in the wilderness and all the storage cities which he had built in Hamath. Amplified Bible He built Tadmor in the wilderness, and all his storage cities in Hamath. Christian Standard Bible He built Tadmor in the wilderness along with all the storage cities that he built in Hamath. Holman Christian Standard Bible He built Tadmor in the wilderness along with all the storage cities that he built in Hamath. American Standard Version And he built Tadmor in the wilderness, and all the store-cities, which he built in Hamath. Contemporary English Version He ordered his workers to build the town of Tadmor in the desert and some towns in Hamath where he could keep his supplies. English Revised Version And he built Tadmor in the wilderness, and all the store cities, which he built in Hamath. GOD'S WORD® Translation He rebuilt Tadmor in the desert and built all the storage cities in Hamath. Good News Translation and fortified the city of Palmyra in the desert. He rebuilt all the cities in Hamath that were centers for storing supplies. International Standard Version Then he rebuilt Tadmor in the desert, along with supply centers that he had built in Hamath. Majority Standard Bible He built Tadmor in the wilderness, in addition to all the store cities that he had built in Hamath. NET Bible He built up Tadmor in the wilderness and all the storage cities he had built in Hamath. New Heart English Bible He built Tadmor in the wilderness, and all the storage cities, which he built in Hamath. Webster's Bible Translation And he built Tadmor in the wilderness, and all the store cities, which he built in Hamath. World English Bible He built Tadmor in the wilderness, and all the storage cities, which he built in Hamath. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand he builds Tadmor in the wilderness, and all the cities of store that he has built in Hamath. Young's Literal Translation and he buildeth Tadmor in the wilderness, and all the cities of store that he hath built in Hamath. Smith's Literal Translation And he will build Tadmor in the desert, and all the cities of the stores which he built in Hamath. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he built Palmira in the desert, and he built other strong cities in Emath. Catholic Public Domain Version And he built Palmira in the desert, and he built very fortified cities in Hamath. New American Bible He built Tadmor in the wilderness and all the supply cities, which he built in Hamath. New Revised Standard Version He built Tadmor in the wilderness and all the storage towns that he built in Hamath. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he built Tadmor, which had been laid waste like the wilderness, and all the store-cities; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And he built Tadmur that was desolate as the wilderness, and all the cities of granaries. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And he built Tadmor in the wilderness, and all the store-cities, which he built in Hamath. Brenton Septuagint Translation And he built Thoedmor in the wilderness, and all the strong cities which he built in Emath. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Solomon's Additional Accomplishments…3Then Solomon went to Hamath-zobah and captured it. 4He built Tadmor in the wilderness, in addition to all the store cities that he had built in Hamath. 5He rebuilt Upper and Lower Beth-horon as fortified cities with walls, gates, and bars,… Cross References 1 Kings 9:17-18 So Solomon rebuilt Gezer, Lower Beth-horon, / Baalath, and Tamar in the Wilderness of Judah, 1 Kings 9:19 as well as all the store cities that Solomon had for his chariots and horses—whatever he desired to build in Jerusalem, Lebanon, and throughout the land of his dominion. 2 Chronicles 9:25 Solomon had 4,000 stalls for horses and chariots, and 12,000 horses, which he stationed in the chariot cities and also with him in Jerusalem. 2 Chronicles 9:26 He reigned over all the kings from the Euphrates to the land of the Philistines, as far as the border of Egypt. 1 Kings 4:26 Solomon had 4,000 stalls for his chariot horses and 12,000 horses. 1 Kings 4:21 And Solomon reigned over all the kingdoms from the Euphrates to the land of the Philistines, as far as the border of Egypt. These kingdoms offered tribute and served Solomon all the days of his life. 1 Kings 10:26 Solomon accumulated 1,400 chariots and 12,000 horses, which he stationed in the chariot cities and also with him in Jerusalem. 1 Kings 10:27 The king made silver as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills. 2 Chronicles 1:14 Solomon accumulated 1,400 chariots and 12,000 horses, which he stationed in the chariot cities and also with him in Jerusalem. 2 Chronicles 1:15 The king made silver and gold as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills. 2 Chronicles 1:16-17 Solomon’s horses were imported from Egypt and Kue; the royal merchants purchased them from Kue. / A chariot could be imported from Egypt for six hundred shekels of silver, and a horse for a hundred and fifty. Likewise, they exported them to all the kings of the Hittites and to the kings of Aram. 2 Chronicles 9:28 Solomon’s horses were imported from Egypt and from all the lands. 2 Chronicles 9:29 As for the rest of the acts of Solomon, from beginning to end, are they not written in the Records of Nathan the Prophet, in the Prophecy of Ahijah the Shilonite, and in the Visions of Iddo the Seer concerning Jeroboam son of Nebat? Acts 7:47 But it was Solomon who built the house for Him. Acts 7:48 However, the Most High does not dwell in houses made by human hands. As the prophet says: Treasury of Scripture And he built Tadmor in the wilderness, and all the store cities, which he built in Hamath. he built 1 Kings 9:17-19 And Solomon built Gezer, and Bethhoron the nether, … Jump to Previous Buildings Built Cities Desert Hamath Storage Store Store-Cities Store-Towns Tadmor Waste WildernessJump to Next Buildings Built Cities Desert Hamath Storage Store Store-Cities Store-Towns Tadmor Waste Wilderness2 Chronicles 8 1. Solomon's buildings7. The remaining Canaanites, Solomon makes tributaries, but the Israelites rulers 11. Pharaoh's daughter removes to her house 12. Solomon's yearly solemn sacrifices 14. He appoints the priests and Levites to their places 17. The navy fetches gold from Ophir He built Tadmor in the wilderness Tadmor, also known as Palmyra, was an ancient city located in the Syrian desert. Its strategic location made it a vital trade center connecting the East and West. Solomon's construction of Tadmor highlights his wisdom in establishing trade routes and fortifying his kingdom's economic strength. The wilderness setting emphasizes the challenges of building in remote areas, showcasing Solomon's resourcefulness and the prosperity of his reign. This construction effort reflects the fulfillment of God's promise to Solomon for wisdom and wealth (1 Kings 3:12-13). in addition to all the store cities that he had built in Hamath Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonThe king of Israel, known for his wisdom, wealth, and extensive building projects, including the Temple in Jerusalem. 2. Tadmor A city built by Solomon in the wilderness, which later became known as Palmyra, a significant trade center. 3. Wilderness The region where Tadmor was built, indicating a strategic location for trade and defense. 4. Store Cities Cities built by Solomon to store supplies, likely for military and trade purposes, enhancing the kingdom's infrastructure. 5. Hamath A region in northern Israel, indicating the extent of Solomon's building projects and influence. Teaching Points Strategic Planning and WisdomSolomon's building of Tadmor and store cities reflects the importance of strategic planning and foresight. Believers are encouraged to seek wisdom in managing resources and planning for the future. God's Provision and Blessing The establishment of store cities signifies God's provision and blessing. Christians are reminded to trust in God's provision while also being diligent stewards of what they have been given. Influence and Expansion Solomon's projects extended his influence and secured his kingdom. Believers are called to expand their influence for God's kingdom through wise and intentional actions. Preparation for Future Needs Just as Solomon prepared for future needs through his building projects, Christians should prepare for spiritual and physical needs, ensuring they are equipped for challenges ahead.(4) And he built Tadmor in the wilderness.--That is, Palmyra, in the wilderness, on the traders' route between the coast and Thapsacuson the Euphrates. See 1Kings 9:18, where Tamar or Tammor of the Heb. text is explained by the margin to mean Tadmor; and the epithet, "in the wilderness," seems certainly to identify the two names. That Solomon was the founder of Palmyra is the tradition of the country to this day. And all the store cities, which he built in Hamath.--1Kings 9:19 mentions these cities, but not their locality. They were no doubt "places of arms," and served as outposts against the hostile neighbouring kingdom of Zobah-Damascus. (See 1Kings 11:23-25.) So far as they lay on the caravan route, they would serve also as victualling stations. (Comp. 2Chronicles 32:28.) Verse 4. - Tadmor in the wilderness. Tadmor, one with the classical Palmyra, lay in the desert of Syria, about half-way between the rivers Orontes and Euphrates, and distant from Damascus about a hundred and forty miles to its east-north-east. Stanley ('Sinai and Palestine,' p. 8, note 1) says, "Is it quite certain that 'Tadmor' and 'Palmyra' are words derived from the (palms)? A palm is in Hebrew tamar... and in Greek... phoenix." Solomon was probably not the originator, but rather re-builder, of the place. Its fame was great under Zenobia, the Queen of Odenathus; she was taken captive by the Emperor Aurelian, A.D. 273, when the city was subdued. It is now little better than the haunt of a few Arabs Splendid ruins remain, specially of the great temple of the sun. The Hebrew text of 1 Kings 9:18 has apparently Tamer, or Tamar, and it has been suggested by Movers on that passage that possibly a Tamar in the south, and that is found in the neighbourhood of some of the other places, such as Baalath, Beth-heron, and Gezer, all in the south (Ezekiel 47:19; Ezekiel 48:28; ch. 20:2), is intended. Our text, however, in the present place offers no choice, while that in Kings (compare Chethiv and Keri) is doubtful. And finally, our writer is here evidently in the neighbourhood of Hamath, which of course best suits Tadmor. Although there is an apparent disjointedness between this and the parallel, closer notice may rather bring confirmation of substantial agreement between them. For instance, the store cities here spoken of as belonging to Hamath (but not individually named here and not corresponding with those that are named in Kings) are accounted for by the words, "and in Lebanon," in 1 Kings 9:19.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew He builtוַיִּ֥בֶן (way·yi·ḇen) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1129: To build Tadmor תַּדְמֹ֖ר (taḏ·mōr) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 8412: Tadmor -- a city built by Solomon in the wilderness, בַּמִּדְבָּ֑ר (bam·miḏ·bār) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4057: A pasture, a desert, speech along with all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the store הַֽמִּסְכְּנ֔וֹת (ham·mis·kə·nō·wṯ) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 4543: Supply, storage cities עָרֵ֣י (‘ā·rê) Noun - feminine plural construct Strong's 5892: Excitement that אֲשֶׁ֥ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that he had built בָּנָ֖ה (bā·nāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1129: To build in Hamath. בַּחֲמָֽת׃ (ba·ḥă·māṯ) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 2574: Hamath -- a place North of Damascus Links 2 Chronicles 8:4 NIV2 Chronicles 8:4 NLT 2 Chronicles 8:4 ESV 2 Chronicles 8:4 NASB 2 Chronicles 8:4 KJV 2 Chronicles 8:4 BibleApps.com 2 Chronicles 8:4 Biblia Paralela 2 Chronicles 8:4 Chinese Bible 2 Chronicles 8:4 French Bible 2 Chronicles 8:4 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Chronicles 8:4 He built Tadmor in the wilderness (2 Chron. 2Ch iiCh ii ch 2 chr 2chr) |
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