I Kings 5:17
The Scripture
(17) And the king commanded, and they brought great stones, costly stones, and hewed stones, to lay the foundation of the house.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the king Solomon begins the construction of the temple of the Lord, but the people of Israel are still disobedient, worshiping other gods and causing unrest. The narrative highlights the contrast between divine worship and human idolatry, and the importance of faithful obedience to God's commands.
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I Kings 6:7I Kings 7:9I Chronicles 22:2Isaiah 28:16I Corinthians 3:11I Corinthians 3:12I Peter 2:6I Peter 2:7Revelation 21:14Revelation 21:15Revelation 21:16Revelation 21:17
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