2 Chronicles 8:4
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 Version
and 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 Bible
And 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 Bible
And 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 1917
And 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, …

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2 Chronicles 8
1. Solomon's buildings
7. 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
The phrase "He built Tadmor" refers to King Solomon's expansion and fortification efforts. Tadmor, also known as Palmyra, was an ancient city located in the Syrian desert. The Hebrew root for "built" is "בָּנָה" (banah), which implies not only physical construction but also establishing and fortifying. Solomon's building projects were a testament to his wisdom and the prosperity of Israel during his reign. Tadmor's strategic location made it a vital trade hub, linking the East and West, which underscores Solomon's vision for economic expansion and influence.

in the wilderness
The term "wilderness" in Hebrew is "מִדְבָּר" (midbar), often referring to a desolate or uninhabited region. This highlights Solomon's ability to transform barren areas into thriving centers of commerce and civilization. The wilderness was not just a physical location but also symbolized challenges and opportunities for growth. Solomon's work in the wilderness reflects the biblical theme of God bringing life and order out of chaos, a reminder of divine providence and human stewardship.

along with all the store cities
"Store cities" were fortified cities used to store provisions, military supplies, and trade goods. The Hebrew word for "store" is "מִסְכְּנוֹת" (miskenot), indicating places of security and abundance. These cities were crucial for maintaining the kingdom's wealth and stability. Solomon's establishment of store cities demonstrates his administrative acumen and foresight in ensuring the kingdom's sustainability and preparedness for future needs.

that he had built in Hamath
Hamath was a significant city-state located in modern-day Syria. The phrase "that he had built in Hamath" suggests Solomon's influence extended beyond Israel's traditional borders, indicating a period of peace and diplomatic relations. The Hebrew root for "built" again emphasizes the act of establishing and securing. Hamath's inclusion in Solomon's building projects signifies the extent of his kingdom and the fulfillment of God's promise to expand Israel's territory. This expansion is a testament to God's faithfulness and the blessings bestowed upon Solomon's reign.

(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 built
וַיִּ֥בֶן (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


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