I Kings 9:16
The Scripture
(16) For Pharaoh king of Egypt had gone up, and taken Gezer, and burnt it with fire, and slain the Canaanites that dwelt in the city, and given it for a present unto his daughter, Solomon's wife.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In chapter 9 the king of Israel seeks counsel and records the wisdom of the prophets, especially the wisdom of King Solomon, to guide his decision about the temple and the land. He also records the wisdom of the prophets concerning the future, showing his reliance on divine guidance. The chapter highlights the importance of seeking wisdom and prophecy for right decisions.
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Related verses (shared words)
Judges 1:29Joshua 16:10Luke 12:53Exodus 2:15Deuteronomy 1:4Nehemiah 11:3