2 Chronicles 7:11 kjv
Thus Solomon finished the house of the LORD, and the king's house: and all that came into Solomon's heart to make in the house of the LORD, and in his own house, he prosperously effected.
2 Chronicles 7:11 nkjv
Thus Solomon finished the house of the LORD and the king's house; and Solomon successfully accomplished all that came into his heart to make in the house of the LORD and in his own house.
2 Chronicles 7:11 niv
When Solomon had finished the temple of the LORD and the royal palace, and had succeeded in carrying out all he had in mind to do in the temple of the LORD and in his own palace,
2 Chronicles 7:11 esv
Thus Solomon finished the house of the LORD and the king's house. All that Solomon had planned to do in the house of the LORD and in his own house he successfully accomplished.
2 Chronicles 7:11 nlt
So Solomon finished the Temple of the LORD, as well as the royal palace. He completed everything he had planned to do in the construction of the Temple and the palace.
2 Chronicles 7 11 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Kgs 6:38 | In the eleventh year... the house was finished in all its details... | Parallel account of Temple completion. |
| 1 Kgs 7:1 | Solomon was building his own house thirteen years, and he finished all his house. | Parallel for completion of king's house. |
| 1 Kgs 9:1 | As soon as Solomon had finished building the house of the LORD and the king’s house... | Direct parallel and echo from Kings. |
| 1 Chr 22:5 | "The house is to be exceeding magnificent... therefore I will make provision for it." | David's plan for the Temple's grandeur. |
| 1 Chr 28:10 | "Be strong and courageous, and act, for the LORD is with you..." | David's charge to Solomon to build. |
| 1 Chr 29:3 | I have given for the house of my God, over and above all... | David's abundant preparations for the Temple. |
| Ezra 6:14 | They finished their building by decree of the God of Israel and by decree... | Divine enabling for rebuilding God's house. |
| Neh 6:15-16 | So the wall was finished on the twenty-fifth day of Elul... | Successful completion of Jerusalem walls. |
| Psa 127:1 | Unless the LORD builds the house, those who build labor in vain... | God's necessary involvement for true success. |
| Phil 1:6 | He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion... | God's faithfulness to complete His work. |
| Heb 12:2 | looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith... | Jesus as the ultimate 'finisher' or completer. |
| John 17:4 | I glorified you on earth, having accomplished the work that you gave me to do. | Christ's completion of His divine mission. |
| Gen 2:1-2 | Thus the heavens and the earth were finished, and all the host of them. | God as the ultimate completer of creation. |
| Exod 40:33 | So Moses finished the work. | Precedent of Moses completing God's dwelling. |
| 1 Kgs 5:4 | But now the LORD my God has given me rest on every side; there is neither adversary... | Divine provision enabling building projects. |
| 2 Chr 6:10 | The LORD has fulfilled his word that he spoke... for I have built the house. | Fulfillment of God's covenant promise to David. |
| 1 Chr 29:23 | Then Solomon sat on the throne of the LORD as king... and he prospered... | Solomon's successful reign linked to God's favor. |
| Deut 28:8 | The LORD will command the blessing on you... in all that you undertake... | Principle of divine blessing on human endeavors. |
| Prov 16:3 | Commit your work to the LORD, and your plans will be established. | Connecting human plans with divine establishment. |
| Hag 1:8 | "Go up to the hills and bring wood and build the house, that I may take pleasure..." | God's command and pleasure in building His house. |
| Hag 1:14 | And the LORD stirred up the spirit of Zerubbabel... to work on the house... | God's divine stirring enables completion. |
| Zech 4:9 | "The hands of Zerubbabel have laid the foundation... his hands shall also finish it." | God's guarantee of Temple completion. |
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2 Chronicles 7 11 Meaning
Thus, Solomon brought to a definitive conclusion both the sacred Temple, dedicated to the Lord, and his personal royal palace. The verse emphasizes that he fully and successfully brought to fruition every detail and intention he had for these monumental building projects, both for God's dwelling and for his own.
2 Chronicles 7 11 Context
2 Chronicles 7:11 appears directly after the grand dedication of Solomon's Temple, an event marked by God's manifest presence through fire and glory (2 Chr 7:1-3). Solomon's prayer of dedication (2 Chr 6) has been offered, and the people have offered lavish sacrifices. This verse functions as a summary statement, concluding the extensive narratives concerning the construction of these two pivotal buildings. It affirms that Solomon's ambitious plans, initiated through David's vision and extensive preparations, were brought to complete success. It sets the stage for the Lord's subsequent appearance to Solomon (2 Chr 7:12ff), where God responds to the king's prayer and lays out conditional promises and warnings regarding the future of the Temple and the nation. For the Chronicler, emphasizing this completion underscores Solomon's role as a faithful executor of God's will and highlights the establishment of proper worship.
2 Chronicles 7 11 Word analysis
- Thus (וַיְכַל, wa•yə•ḵal, a conjunction that leads the thought forward and then is followed by the verb to conclude or finish): Serves as a concluding summary, indicating that what follows is the final outcome of the preceding narrative on building.
- Solomon (שְׁלֹמֹה, Šəlōmōh, "peaceable" or "peaceful"): The son of King David, chosen by God to build the Temple, embodying an era of peace and prosperity.
- finished (כָּלָה, kalāh): Signifies to bring to an end, complete, cease, accomplish, perfect. It denotes not just stopping work, but reaching a full and complete state, meeting its intended purpose. In biblical usage, often implies divine enablement in the successful conclusion of a task.
- the house of the LORD (בֵּית יְהוָה, bêt YHWH): Refers specifically to the First Temple in Jerusalem. This was the central sanctuary for the worship of Yahweh, symbolizing God's dwelling among His people and the place of His Name. Its successful completion was of paramount religious and national importance.
- and the king’s house (וְאֶת־בֵּית הַמֶּלֶךְ, wə-’eṯ-bêṯ ham-meleḵ): Refers to Solomon's own royal palace complex. Its mention alongside the Temple highlights Solomon's immense power, wealth, and architectural prowess. The specific order of mention—Temple first, then king's house—reflects a theological hierarchy where God's house takes precedence.
- and successfully accomplished (וְהִצְלִיחַ, wəhiṣlîaḥ, a hiphil form of the verb צָלַח, tsālach): This word means to prosper, to be profitable, to cause to succeed, to make successful. It implies not just that the task was finished, but that it was done well, to an excellent standard, and implies God's blessing and enablement for its favorable outcome. This term often carries the nuance of divinely granted prosperity and favorable completion (e.g., Gen 39:23 concerning Joseph).
- all that he had planned to do (כֹּל אֲשֶׁר חָשַׁב לַעֲשׂוֹת, kōl ’ăšer ḥāšāḇ lā‘ăśōwṯ): Emphasizes that Solomon's intentions, designs, and forethought were fully realized. It speaks to a well-conceived and meticulously executed plan. This phrase suggests deliberate action and the full attainment of conceived objectives.
- in the house of the LORD (בְּבֵית יְהוָה, bə-ḇêṯ YHWH): Reiteration of the Temple, specifically noting that his plans for the Temple were fully realized.
- and in his own house (וּבְבֵיתוֹ, ū-ḇə-ḇêṯōw): Reiteration of his own palace, confirming the full realization of plans for both structures.
- "finished the house of the LORD and the king’s house": This phrase highlights the dual nature of Solomon's grand construction projects. The Temple, for God's glory, and the palace, for the king's governance and residence. Their simultaneous completion under one king reflects the comprehensive nature of Solomon's divinely blessed reign.
- "successfully accomplished all that he had planned to do": This goes beyond mere completion, emphasizing the qualitative success and the fulfillment of vision. It underscores that Solomon's diligent planning and immense effort, guided and enabled by God, culminated in perfect execution. This divine enablement is crucial to the Chronicler's perspective, attributing success to faithfulness.
2 Chronicles 7 11 Bonus section
The scale of Solomon's building projects, taking 7 years for the Temple and 13 years for his palace (totaling 20 years, 1 Kgs 9:10), demonstrates a staggering commitment of resources, labor, and architectural genius. This verse captures the successful culmination of such a vast undertaking. The Chronicler emphasizes Solomon's successful execution as a fulfillment of God's covenant with David and God's faithfulness. This complete establishment of the Temple provided the physical foundation for the worship life of Israel, a pivotal element for the nation's spiritual well-being and covenant relationship with God. The contrast between this initial successful physical construction and later spiritual decline often serves as a backdrop in biblical narratives, underscoring that outward structures, however magnificent, derive their true value from faithful obedience within.
2 Chronicles 7 11 Commentary
2 Chronicles 7:11 stands as a powerful declaration of accomplishment, marking the zenith of Solomon's building endeavors. It highlights two monumental projects: the Temple for the Lord and the king's own palace. The use of "finished" (כָּלָה, kalāh) implies full completion to specification, while "successfully accomplished" (וְהִצְלִיחַ, wəhiṣlîaḥ) goes further, indicating divine favor and prosperous execution. This success was not merely human effort, but God's enablement for Solomon to realize "all that he had planned to do," echoing the divine command and David's preparatory efforts. The meticulous detailing of the Temple construction and its elaborate dedication found their conclusion in this concise statement, setting the stage for God's direct response to Solomon's heartfelt prayer, ensuring that the earthly accomplishment was viewed within the larger framework of divine covenant. This verse signifies the proper order of priorities—God's house first—but acknowledges the successful establishment of the king's domain as well, both serving God's broader purpose for the kingdom.