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2 Chronicles 8:5: Meaning Explained
Also he built Bethhoron the upper, and Bethhoron the nether, fenced cities, with walls, gates, and bars;
2 Chronicles 8:5
“Also he built Beth Horon the upper, and Beth Horon the lower, fortified cities, with walls, gates, and bars;”
What Does This Verse Mean?
Solomon built two cities called Beth Horon (upper and lower). These cities had strong walls, gates, and bars to protect them.
What’s Happening Here
Solomon is building a defensive system. These fortified cities protect Israel from enemies approaching from certain directions.
Key Words
fortifiedmade strong against attack
wallsstructures built high to protect a city
gatescontrolled openings in walls
Why It Matters
Solomon's building projects include both peaceful cities and defense. He's a complete leader.
Did You Know?
Fortified cities were like small military bases. They could hold soldiers and supplies for defending the kingdom.
Word Study
H1129
Also he builtוַיִּ֜בֶן
H1032
Bethhoronחוֹר֖וֹן
H5945
the upperהָֽעֶלְי֔וֹן
H8481
the netherהַתַּחְתּ֑וֹן
H5892
citiesעָרֵ֣י
H4692
fencedמָצ֔וֹר
H2346
with wallsחוֹמ֖וֹת
H1817
gatesדְּלָתַ֥יִם
H1280
and barsוּבְרִֽיחַ׃
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