2 Chronicles 9:26

Verse

He reigned over all the kings from the Euphrates to the land of the Philistines, as far as the border of Egypt.

American Standard Version (1901)

And he ruled over all the kings from the River even unto the land of the Philistines, and to the border of Egypt.

And he was ruler over all the kings from the River to the land of the Philistines, as far as the limit of Egypt.

And he exercised authority over all the kings from the river Euphrates to the land of the Philistines, and to the borders of Egypt.

Free Bible Version

He ruled over all the kings from the Euphrates River to the land of the Philistines, and to the border with Egypt.

Geneva Bible 1599

And he reigned ouer all the Kings from the Riuer euen vnto the land of the Philistims, and to the border of Egypt.

King James (Authorized) Version

¶ And he reigned over all the kings from the river even unto the land of the Philistines, and to the border of Egypt.

Translation for Translators

Solomon ruled over all the kings in the area from the Euphrates River in the northeast to the Philistia area in the west to the border of Egypt in the south.

Unlocked Literal Bible

He ruled over all the kings from the Euphrates River to the land of the Philistines, and to the border of Egypt.

Noah Webster Bible

And he reigned over all the kings from the river even to the land of the Philistines, and to the border of Egypt.

World English Bible

He ruled over all the kings from the River even to the land of the Philistines, and to the border of Egypt.

Young's Literal Translation

And he is ruling over all the kings from the River even unto the land of the Philistines, and unto the border of Egypt.

Context

Solomon’s Wealth and Splendor

²⁵Solomon 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. ²⁶He reigned over all the kings from the Euphrates to the land of the Philistines, as far as the border of Egypt. ²⁷The king made silver as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills.

Summary

This verse highlights King Solomon's wisdom and wealth, stating that he ruled over all the kingdoms from the Euphrates River to the land of the Philistines, as far as the border of Egypt. It showcases the extent of Solomon's dominion and influence during his reign, emphasizing the fulfillment of God's promise to bless him with wisdom and prosperity. The verse serves as a testament to the greatness of Solomon's kingdom and the fulfillment of God's covenant with him, illustrating the rewards of seeking wisdom and following God's commands.

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