2 Chronicles 2:11 Meaning and Explanation
“Then Huram the king of Tyre answered in writing, which he sent to Solomon, Because the LORD hath loved his people, he hath made thee king over them.”
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Read Full Chapter →Huram replies in writing, declaring that the LORD's love for Israel is the reason Solomon was made their king.
What Does 2 Chronicles 2:11 Mean?
Huram answers Solomon's letter with his own. Strikingly, this foreign king begins not with terms of trade but with a confession about Israel's God: it is because the LORD loved his people that he set Solomon over them as king.
Even an outsider perceives that good leadership is a gift of God's love to his people. A wise king is not merely a stroke of fortune but a mercy from above. The Lord's care for those who are his often comes through the leaders he provides, and the kingship of Solomon foreshadows a greater King whose reign is the highest gift of God's love.
2 Chronicles 2:11 in the Original Language
ahab (אָהַב), 'loved' -- to love with deep affection and devotion.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2 Chronicles 2:11
What does 2 Chronicles 2:11 mean?
Huram replies in writing, declaring that the LORD's love for Israel is the reason Solomon was made their king.