1 Kings 4:10

1 Kings 4:10 Meaning and Explanation

The son of Hesed, in Aruboth; to him pertained Sochoh, and all the land of Hepher:

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The third officer's district centers on Aruboth and includes Sochoh and the land of Hepher.

What Does 1 Kings 4:10 Mean?

The list continues with a governor over Aruboth and its surrounding territory, including Sochoh and the region of Hepher. Each district name marks out a portion of the land assigned to one steward's care for the king's provision.

The steady accumulation of districts paints a picture of a whole nation at rest and well-supplied. What might seem a dry inventory is in fact a portrait of order and plenty under a wise king. When leadership is just and arrangements are sound, ordinary people are fed and secure. Such peace is a gift, and Scripture pauses to display it region by region.

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What does 1 Kings 4:10 mean?

The third officer's district centers on Aruboth and includes Sochoh and the land of Hepher.

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