2 Chronicles 9:14
2 Chronicles 9:14 in Multiple Translations
not including the revenue from the merchants and traders. And all the Arabian kings and governors of the land also brought gold and silver to Solomon.
Beside that which chapmen and merchants brought. And all the kings of Arabia and governors of the country brought gold and silver to Solomon.
besides that which the traders and merchants brought: and all the kings of Arabia and the governors of the country brought gold and silver to Solomon.
And in addition to what he got from traders of different sorts, all the kings of Arabia and the rulers of the country gave gold and silver to Solomon.
not including that received from traders and merchants. All the kings of Arabia and governors of the land also brought gold and silver to Solomon.
Besides that which chapmen and marchants brought: and all the Kings of Arabia, and the princes of the countrey brought golde and siluer to Salomon.
apart from [what] the tourists, and the merchants, are bringing in; and all the kings of Arabia, and the governors of the land, are bringing in gold and silver to Solomon.
in addition to that which the traders and merchants brought. All the kings of Arabia and the governors of the country brought gold and silver to Solomon.
Besides that which chapmen and merchants brought. And all the kings of Arabia and governors of the country brought gold and silver to Solomon.
Beside the sum which the deputies of divers nations, and the merchants were accustomed to bring, and all the kings of Arabia, and the lords of the lands, who I brought gold and silver to Solomon.
That was in addition to the taxes paid to him by the merchants and traders. Also, the kings of Arabia and the governors of the districts in Israel brought gold and silver to Solomon.
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2 Chronicles 9:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
לְ/בַ֞ד
מֵ/אַנְשֵׁ֧י
הַ/תָּרִ֛ים
וְ/הַ/סֹּחֲרִ֖ים
מְבִיאִ֑ים
וְ/כָל
מַלְכֵ֤י
עֲרַב֙
וּ/פַח֣וֹת
הָ/אָ֔רֶץ
מְבִיאִ֛ים
זָהָ֥ב
וָ/כֶ֖סֶף
לִ/שְׁלֹמֹֽה
לְ/בַ֞ד
bad
H905
alone
Prep | N-ms
מֵ/אַנְשֵׁ֧י
ʼîysh
H376
man
Prep | N-mp
הַ/תָּרִ֛ים
tûwr
H8446
to spy
Art | V-Qal
וְ/הַ/סֹּחֲרִ֖ים
çâchar
H5503
to trade
Conj | Art | V-Qal
מְבִיאִ֑ים
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
V-Hiphil
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Conj | N-ms
מַלְכֵ֤י
melek
H4428
King's
N-mp
עֲרַב֙
ʻĂrâb
H6152
Arabia
N-proper
וּ/פַח֣וֹת
pechâh
H6346
governor
Conj | N-mp
הָ/אָ֔רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
land
Art | N-cs
מְבִיאִ֛ים
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
V-Hiphil
זָהָ֥ב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
N-ms
וָ/כֶ֖סֶף
keçeph
H3701
silver
Conj | N-ms
לִ/שְׁלֹמֹֽה
Shᵉlômôh
H8010
Solomon
Prep | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 9:14
לְ/בַ֞ד
bad
H905
"alone"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word 'bad' can mean alone, apart, or a separate part of something, like a branch or a bar. It's used to describe something that's only or except for something else.
Definition: : pole 1) alone, by itself, besides, a part, separation, being alone 1a) separation, alone, by itself 1a1) only (adv) 1a2) apart from, besides (prep) 1b) part 1c) parts (eg limbs, shoots), bars
Usage: Occurs in 179 OT verses. KJV: alone, apart, bar, besides, branch, by self, of each alike, except, only, part, staff, strength. See also: Genesis 2:18; Judges 20:15; Psalms 51:6.
מֵ/אַנְשֵׁ֧י
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
Prep | N-mp
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
הַ/תָּרִ֛ים
tûwr
H8446
"to spy"
Art | V-Qal
This verb means to explore or spy out a place, often for trade or reconnaissance. In the Bible, it is used to describe merchants, traders, and spies who search out new areas.
Definition: 1) to seek, search out, spy out, explore 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to seek out, select, find out how to do something 1a2) to spy out, explore 1a2a) explorers, spies (participle) 1a3) to go about 1a3a) merchant, trader (participle) 1b) (Hiphil) to make a search, make a reconnaissance
Usage: Occurs in 22 OT verses. KJV: chap(-man), sent to descry, be excellent, merchant(-man), search (out), seek, (e-) spy (out). See also: Numbers 10:33; Numbers 14:38; Proverbs 12:26.
וְ/הַ/סֹּחֲרִ֖ים
çâchar
H5503
"to trade"
Conj | Art | V-Qal
This Hebrew word means to travel around, often for trade or business. It can also describe a person who goes around buying and selling goods. In the Bible, it is used to describe merchants or traders.
Definition: 1) to go around, go about, travel about in, go about in trade 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go about to and fro (in business) 1a2) trader, trafficker (participle) 1b) (Pilpel) to palpitate
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: go about, merchant(-man), occupy with, pant, trade, traffick. See also: Genesis 23:16; Isaiah 23:2; Psalms 38:11.
מְבִיאִ֑ים
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
V-Hiphil
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Conj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
מַלְכֵ֤י
melek
H4428
"King's"
N-mp
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
עֲרַב֙
ʻĂrâb
H6152
"Arabia"
N-proper
This word refers to the country of Arabia, a place east of Palestine. It is mentioned in the Bible as a region with nomadic desert people.
Definition: Arabia, desert-plateau, steppe Another spelling of a.rav (עֲרָב "Arabia" H6152B)
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Arabia. See also: 1 Kings 10:15; Isaiah 21:13; Jeremiah 25:24.
וּ/פַח֣וֹת
pechâh
H6346
"governor"
Conj | N-mp
This Hebrew word refers to a governor or leader of a city or region. In the Bible, it describes officials in the kingdoms of Israel and Judah, such as those appointed by King Solomon or King David.
Definition: governor Aramaic equivalent: pe.chah (פֶּחָה "governor" H6347)
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: captain, deputy, governor. See also: 1 Kings 10:15; Esther 8:9; Isaiah 36:9.
הָ/אָ֔רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
"land"
Art | N-cs
The land or earth refers to the soil or ground, and can also mean a country, territory, or region. In the Bible, it is used to describe the earth and its inhabitants, and is often translated as 'land' or 'country'.
Definition: : soil 1) land, earth 1a) earth 1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part) 1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven) 1a3) earth (inhabitants) 1b) land 1b1) country, territory 1b2) district, region 1b3) tribal territory 1b4) piece of ground 1b5) land of Canaan, Israel 1b6) inhabitants of land 1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world 1b8) city (-state) 1c) ground, surface of the earth 1c1) ground 1c2) soil 1d) (in phrases) 1d1) people of the land 1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance) 1d3) level or plain country 1d4) land of the living 1d5) end(s) of the earth 1e) (almost wholly late in usage) 1e1) lands, countries 1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 2190 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 18:18; Genesis 42:13.
מְבִיאִ֛ים
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
V-Hiphil
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
זָהָ֥ב
zâhâb
H2091
"gold"
N-ms
Gold is a valuable metal, also used to describe something yellow or brilliant, like oil or a clear sky. It is often mentioned in the Bible as a precious resource.
Definition: 1) gold 1a) as precious metal 1b) as a measure of weight 1c) of brilliance, splendour (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: de.hav (דְּהַב "gold" H1722)
Usage: Occurs in 336 OT verses. KJV: gold(-en), fair weather. See also: Genesis 2:11; Numbers 7:26; 1 Chronicles 28:17.
וָ/כֶ֖סֶף
keçeph
H3701
"silver"
Conj | N-ms
Silver or money, often referring to payment or wealth, like the silver talents in Matthew 25. It can also describe silver as a valuable metal or ornament.
Definition: : money/payment/silver 1) silver, money 1a) silver 1a1) as metal 1a2) as ornament 1a3) as colour 1b) money, shekels, talents
Usage: Occurs in 343 OT verses. KJV: money, price, silver(-ling). See also: Genesis 13:2; Numbers 22:18; 2 Chronicles 1:17.
לִ/שְׁלֹמֹֽה
Shᵉlômôh
H8010
"Solomon"
Prep | N-proper
Shelomoh, or Solomon, was a king of Judah and successor of his father David, first mentioned in 2 Samuel 5:14 and known for his wisdom.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.5.14; son of: David (H1732) and Bathsheba (H1339); brother of: Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727) and Nathan (H5416); half-brother of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Absalom (H0053), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Ibhar (H2984), Elishua (H0474), Nepheg (H5298H), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N); married to daughter_of_Pharaoh (H6547P) and Naamah (H5279A); father of: Taphath (H2955), Basemath (H1315) and Rehoboam (H7346); also called Jedidiah at 2Sa.12.25; § Solomon = "peace" son of David by Bathsheba and 3rd king of Israel; author of Proverbs and Song of Songs
Usage: Occurs in 263 OT verses. KJV: Solomon. See also: 2 Samuel 5:14; 1 Kings 9:25; 2 Chronicles 7:8.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 9:14
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- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 9:14
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 9:14
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 9:14
Context — Solomon’s Wealth and Splendor
12King Solomon gave the queen of Sheba all she desired—whatever she asked—far more than she had brought the king. Then she left and returned to her own country, along with her servants.
13The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents,
14not including the revenue from the merchants and traders. And all the Arabian kings and governors of the land also brought gold and silver to Solomon.
15King Solomon made two hundred large shields of hammered gold; six hundred shekels of hammered gold went into each shield. 16He also made three hundred small shields of hammered gold; three hundred shekels of gold went into each shield. And the king put them in the House of the Forest of Lebanon.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Psalms 68:29 | Because of Your temple at Jerusalem kings will bring You gifts. |
| 2 | Psalms 72:10 | May the kings of Tarshish and distant shores bring tribute; may the kings of Sheba and Seba offer gifts. |
2 Chronicles 9:14 Summary
In 2 Chronicles 9:14, we see that Solomon received a huge amount of gold and silver from merchants, traders, and Arabian kings and governors, which shows us how much God had blessed him with wealth and prosperity. This wealth was a result of God's promise to Solomon in 2 Chronicles 1:12, and it allowed him to build a magnificent temple and palace, as described in 1 Kings 5-8. As we reflect on this verse, we can remember that God is the ultimate source of all our blessings, and we should use our resources to honor and glorify Him, just like Solomon did (see 1 Chronicles 29:10-19). By recognizing God's sovereignty and provision in our lives, we can cultivate a heart of gratitude and humility, just like the Arabian kings and governors in this verse.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the revenue from merchants and traders in 2 Chronicles 9:14?
The revenue from merchants and traders in 2 Chronicles 9:14 indicates the vast wealth and prosperity that God had blessed Solomon with, as promised in 2 Chronicles 1:12, and it highlights the king's ability to facilitate trade and commerce, bringing more wealth to the kingdom.
Who are the Arabian kings and governors mentioned in 2 Chronicles 9:14?
The Arabian kings and governors mentioned in 2 Chronicles 9:14 were likely rulers of various Arabian kingdoms and territories who recognized Solomon's authority and wealth, and they brought gold and silver to him as a sign of tribute and respect, similar to the queen of Sheba in 2 Chronicles 9:1-12.
How does 2 Chronicles 9:14 relate to the rest of the chapter?
2 Chronicles 9:14 is part of a larger description of Solomon's wealth and prosperity in 2 Chronicles 9, which emphasizes God's blessing and favor on the king, as seen in 2 Chronicles 9:1-12 and 2 Chronicles 9:15-16.
What can we learn from the fact that all the Arabian kings and governors brought gold and silver to Solomon?
The fact that all the Arabian kings and governors brought gold and silver to Solomon in 2 Chronicles 9:14 teaches us about the importance of humility and recognizing God's sovereignty, as seen in Proverbs 22:4, and it highlights the king's wisdom and diplomatic abilities in maintaining peaceful relationships with neighboring kingdoms, as mentioned in 1 Kings 4:24.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God has blessed me with wealth and resources, and how can I use them to glorify Him?
- How can I, like Solomon, use my position and influence to bring people to a deeper understanding of God's love and provision?
- What are some areas in my life where I can practice humility and recognize God's sovereignty, just like the Arabian kings and governors in 2 Chronicles 9:14?
- How can I, like Solomon, cultivate peaceful relationships with those around me, and what role does God's wisdom play in this process?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 9:14
[See comments on 1 Kings 10:15].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 9:14
Beside that which chapmen and merchants brought. And all the kings of Arabia and governors of the country brought gold and silver to Solomon. And governors of the country. As to the word Pechah, see the note at 1 Kings 10:15.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 9:14
2 Chronicles 9:14 Beside [that which] chapmen and merchants brought. And all the kings of Arabia and governors of the country brought gold and silver to Solomon. Ver. 14. See 1 Kings 10:15-17, &c.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 9:14
(14) Besides that which chapmen and merchants brought.—The Hebrew is difficult, and probably corrupt. Literally it seems to run, besides the men of the itinerants (a strange phrase), and that which the merchants were bringing; or, perhaps, apart from the men of the itinerants and the merchants bringing. The last word may be a clerical error, as it occurs again directly. The conjecture of Thenius on 1 Kings 10:15 seems to be borne out by the ancient Versions. He would read instead of ’anshκ ha-tβrξm, “men of the travellers,” ‘onshκ ha-r’dϋyξm, “fines or tributes of the subjects.” The Syriac of Chronicles has “tributes of the cities.” Perhaps, therefore, the true original reading was ‘onshκ he‘arξm. The Vulg. renders “envoys of divers peoples;” but the LXX., “men of the subjected (states).” For the second half of the phrase Kings has, “and the merchandise of the pedlars.” The kings of Arabia.—Kings, “the kings of the mixed tribes;” that is, the Bκdβwξs, bordering on and mingling with Israel. (Comp. Exodus 12:38.) The difference depends on the vowel pointing only. (Comp. Jeremiah 25:24, where both words occur; and Ezekiel 30:5.) Governors.—Pachτth, i.e., pashas.
Thenius is wrong in supposing this word to be a token of the “later composition of the section.” (See Note on 2 Kings 18:24.) Brought.—Were bringing = used to bring. (Comp. 2 Chronicles 9:23-24.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 9:14
Verse 14. The kings of Arabia] "The kings of Sistevantha." - Targum.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 9:14
14. chapmen] R.V. the chapmen. The English word means “merchant”; cp. the verb, “to chaffer” and the German “Kaufmann.” The Heb. word means “those who go about” as merchants. governors] Heb. Paḥ ?oth, a word applied specially to governors of provinces of the Assyrian, Babylonian, and Persian empires. Probably here governors outside the land of Israel are meant.