1 Kings 5:6-8
Christian Standard Bible
6 “Therefore, command that cedars from Lebanon be cut down for me. My servants will be with your servants, and I will pay your servants’ wages according to whatever you say, for you know that not a man among us knows how to cut timber like the Sidonians.”(A)
7 When Hiram heard Solomon’s words, he rejoiced greatly and said, “Blessed be the Lord today!(B) He has given David a wise son to be over this great people!” 8 Then Hiram sent a reply to Solomon, saying, “I have heard your message; I will do everything you want regarding the cedar and cypress timber.
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