New International VersionSolomon gave orders to build a temple for the Name of the LORD and a royal palace for himself.
New Living TranslationSolomon decided to build a Temple to honor the name of the LORD, and also a royal palace for himself.
English Standard VersionNow Solomon purposed to build a temple for the name of the LORD, and a royal palace for himself.
Berean Standard BibleNow Solomon purposed to build a house for the Name of the LORD and a royal palace for himself.
King James BibleAnd Solomon determined to build an house for the name of the LORD, and an house for his kingdom.
New King James VersionThen Solomon determined to build a temple for the name of the LORD, and a royal house for himself.
New American Standard BibleNow Solomon decided to build a house for the name of the LORD, and a royal palace for himself.
NASB 1995Now Solomon decided to build a house for the name of the LORD and a royal palace for himself.
NASB 1977Now Solomon decided to build a house for the name of the LORD, and a royal palace for himself.
Legacy Standard BibleThen Solomon decided to build a house for the name of Yahweh and a royal palace for himself.
Amplified BibleNow Solomon decided to build a house (temple) for the Name of the LORD, and a royal palace for himself.
Christian Standard BibleSolomon decided to build a temple for the name of the LORD and a royal palace for himself,
Holman Christian Standard BibleSolomon decided to build a temple for the name of Yahweh and a royal palace for himself,
American Standard VersionNow Solomon purposed to build a house for the name of Jehovah, and a house for his kingdom.
Contemporary English VersionSolomon decided to build a temple where the LORD would be worshiped, and also to build a palace for himself.
English Revised VersionNow Solomon purposed to build an house for the name of the LORD, and an house for his kingdom.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationSolomon gave orders to begin building the temple for the LORD's name and a royal palace for himself.
Good News TranslationKing Solomon decided to build a temple where the LORD would be worshiped, and also to build a palace for himself.
International Standard Version Now Solomon was determined to build a temple dedicated to the Name of the LORD as well as his own royal palace.
NET BibleSolomon ordered a temple to be built to honor the LORD, as well as a royal palace for himself.
New Heart English BibleNow Solomon purposed to build a house for the name of the LORD, and a house for his kingdom.
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd Solomon determined to build a house for the name of the LORD, and a house for his kingdom. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleNow Solomon purposed to build a house for the Name of the LORD and a royal palace for himself.
World English BibleNow Solomon decided to build a house for Yahweh’s name, and a house for his kingdom. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Solomon says to build a house for the Name of YHWH, and a house for his kingdom,
Young's Literal Translation And Solomon saith to build a house for the name of Jehovah, and a house for his kingdom,
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd Solomon will say to build a house for the name of Jehovah, and a house for his kingdom. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Solomon determined to build a house to the name of the Lord, and a palace for himself.
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd Solomon resolved to build a house to the name of the Lord, and a palace for himself.
New American BibleSolomon gave orders for the building of a house for the name of the LORD and also a king’s house for himself.
New Revised Standard VersionSolomon decided to build a temple for the name of the LORD, and a royal palace for himself. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAND Solomon commanded to build a temple for the name of the LORD and a house for his kingdom.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd Solomon said to build a house for the name of LORD JEHOVAH and the house of his kingdom. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Now Solomon purposed to build a house for the name of the LORD, and a house for his kingdom.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd Solomon said that he would build a house to the name of the Lord, and a house for his kingdom.
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Context Preparations for the Temple1Now Solomonpurposedto builda housefor the Nameof the LORDand a royalpalace for himself.2So he conscripted 70,000 porters, 80,000 stonecutters in the mountains, and 3,600 supervisors.…
Cross References 1 Kings 5:1-18Now when Hiram king of Tyre heard that Solomon had been anointed king in his father’s place, he sent envoys to Solomon; for Hiram had always been a friend of David. / And Solomon relayed this message to Hiram: / “As you are well aware, due to the wars waged on all sides against my father David, he could not build a house for the Name of the LORD his God until the LORD had put his enemies under his feet. ...
1 Chronicles 22:6-19Then David called for his son Solomon and instructed him to build a house for the LORD, the God of Israel. / “My son,” said David to Solomon, “it was in my heart to build a house for the Name of the LORD my God, / but this word of the LORD came to me: ‘You have shed much blood and waged great wars. You are not to build a house for My Name because you have shed so much blood on the ground before Me. ...
1 Chronicles 28:1-21Now David summoned all the leaders of Israel to Jerusalem: the leaders of the tribes, the leaders of the divisions in the king’s service, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and the officials in charge of all the property and cattle of the king and his sons, along with the court officials and mighty men—every mighty man of valor. / Then King David rose to his feet and said, “Listen to me, my brothers and my people. It was in my heart to build a house as a resting place for the ark of the covenant of the LORD and as a footstool for our God. I had made preparations to build it, / but God said to me, ‘You are not to build a house for My Name, because you are a man of war who has shed blood.’ ...
1 Kings 6:1-38In the four hundred and eightieth year after the Israelites had come out of the land of Egypt, in the fourth year of Solomon’s reign over Israel, in the month of Ziv, the second month, he began to build the house of the LORD. / The house that King Solomon built for the LORD was sixty cubits long, twenty cubits wide, and thirty cubits high. / The portico at the front of the main hall of the temple was twenty cubits long, extending across the width of the temple and projecting out ten cubits in front of the temple. ...
1 Kings 8:17-21Now it was in the heart of my father David to build a house for the Name of the LORD, the God of Israel. / But the LORD said to my father David, ‘Since it was in your heart to build a house for My Name, you have done well to have this in your heart. / Nevertheless, you are not the one to build it; but your son, your own offspring, will build the house for My Name.’ ...
1 Chronicles 17:1-15After David had settled into his palace, he said to Nathan the prophet, “Here I am, living in a house of cedar, while the ark of the covenant of the LORD is under a tent.” / And Nathan replied to David, “Do all that is in your heart, for God is with you.” / But that night the word of God came to Nathan, saying, ...
1 Chronicles 29:1-9Then King David said to the whole assembly, “My son Solomon, the one whom God has chosen, is young and inexperienced. The task is great because this palace is not for man, but for the LORD God. / Now with all my ability I have made provision for the house of my God—gold for the gold articles, silver for the silver, bronze for the bronze, iron for the iron, and wood for the wood, as well as onyx for the settings, turquoise, stones of various colors, all kinds of precious stones, and slabs of marble—all in abundance. / Moreover, because of my delight in the house of my God, I now give for it my personal treasures of gold and silver, over and above all that I have provided for this holy temple: ...
2 Samuel 7:1-13After the king had settled into his palace and the LORD had given him rest from all his enemies around him, / he said to Nathan the prophet, “Here I am, living in a house of cedar, while the ark of God remains in a tent.” / And Nathan replied to the king, “Go and do all that is in your heart, for the LORD is with you.” ...
1 Kings 9:1-9Now when Solomon had finished building the house of the LORD and the royal palace, and had achieved all that he had desired to do, / the LORD appeared to him a second time, as He had appeared to him at Gibeon. / And the LORD said to him: “I have heard your prayer and petition before Me. I have consecrated this temple, which you have built, by putting My Name there forever; My eyes and My heart will be there for all time. ...
1 Kings 3:1-15Later, Solomon formed an alliance with Pharaoh king of Egypt by marrying his daughter. Solomon brought her to the City of David until he had finished building his palace and the house of the LORD, as well as the wall around Jerusalem. / The people, however, were still sacrificing on the high places because a house for the Name of the LORD had not yet been built. / And Solomon loved the LORD and walked in the statutes of his father David, except that he sacrificed and burned incense on the high places. ...
1 Kings 4:29-34And God gave Solomon wisdom, exceedingly deep insight, and understanding beyond measure, like the sand on the seashore. / Solomon’s wisdom was greater than that of all the men of the East, greater than all the wisdom of Egypt. / He was wiser than all men—wiser than Ethan the Ezrahite, and wiser than Heman, Calcol, and Darda, the sons of Mahol. And his fame spread throughout the surrounding nations. ...
1 Kings 7:13-51Now King Solomon sent to bring Huram from Tyre. / He was the son of a widow from the tribe of Naphtali, and his father was a man of Tyre, a craftsman in bronze. Huram had great skill, understanding, and knowledge for every kind of bronze work. So he came to King Solomon and carried out all his work. / He cast two pillars of bronze, each eighteen cubits high and twelve cubits in circumference. ...
2 Chronicles 3:1-2Then Solomon began to build the house of the LORD in Jerusalem on Mount Moriah, where the LORD had appeared to his father David. This was the place that David had prepared on the threshing floor of Ornan the Jebusite. / Solomon began construction on the second day of the second month in the fourth year of his reign.
2 Chronicles 6:7-10Now it was in the heart of my father David to build a house for the Name of the LORD, the God of Israel. / But the LORD said to my father David, ‘Since it was in your heart to build a house for My Name, you have done well to have this in your heart. / Nevertheless, you are not the one to build it; but your son, your own offspring, will build the house for My Name.’ ...
Matthew 12:42The Queen of the South will rise at the judgment with this generation and condemn it; for she came from the ends of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon, and now One greater than Solomon is here.
Treasury of Scripture And Solomon determined to build an house for the name of the LORD, and an house for his kingdom. determined 1 Kings 5:5 And, behold, I purpose to build an house unto the name of the LORD my God, as the LORD spake unto David my father, saying, Thy son, whom I will set upon thy throne in thy room, he shall build an house unto my name. for the name Deuteronomy 12:5,11 But unto the place which the LORD your God shall choose out of all your tribes to put his name there,even unto his habitation shall ye seek, and thither thou shalt come: … Deuteronomy 28:58 If thou wilt not observe to do all the words of this law that are written in this book, that thou mayest fear this glorious and fearful name, THE LORD THY GOD; 1 Kings 8:18,20 And the LORD said unto David my father, Whereas it was in thine heart to build an house unto my name, thou didst well that it was in thine heart… an house 1 Kings 7:1 But Solomon was building his own house thirteen years, and he finished all his house. 1 Kings 9:1 And it came to pass, when Solomon had finished the building of the house of the LORD, and the king's house, and all Solomon's desire which he was pleased to do, Jump to Previous BuildDecidedDeterminedHouseKingdomOrdersPalacePurposePurposedRoyalSolomonSolomon'sTempleJump to Next BuildDecidedDeterminedHouseKingdomOrdersPalacePurposePurposedRoyalSolomonSolomon'sTemple2 Chronicles 2 1.Solomon's laborers for the building of the temple3.His ambassage to Huram for workmen and provisions11.Huram sends him a kind answer17 Now Solomon purposed to build a house for the Name of the LORDSolomon's intention to build a temple for the LORD marks the fulfillment of a divine promise made to his father, David ( 2 Samuel 7:12-13). This temple, often referred to as Solomon's Temple, was to be a permanent dwelling place for the Ark of the Covenant, symbolizing God's presence among His people. The phrase "for the Name of the LORD" indicates that the temple was not just a physical structure but a place dedicated to God's glory and worship. The concept of God's "Name" represents His character and authority, emphasizing the temple's role as a spiritual center for Israel. This act of building the temple also reflects Solomon's obedience to God's command and his desire to honor the covenant relationship between God and Israel. and a royal palace for himself.
In addition to the temple, Solomon planned to construct a royal palace, signifying the establishment of his reign and the consolidation of his kingdom. The building of a palace was a common practice for kings in the ancient Near East, serving as a symbol of power, stability, and governance. Solomon's palace would later become part of a larger complex that included administrative buildings and living quarters, reflecting the prosperity and grandeur of his reign. This dual construction project highlights the balance between spiritual devotion and temporal authority, as Solomon sought to honor God while also establishing his own legacy. The palace's construction is detailed further in1 Kings 7, showcasing the wealth and resources available to Solomon during his reign. Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonThe son of King David and Bathsheba, Solomon is known for his wisdom, wealth, and building projects, including the Temple in Jerusalem. 2. The House for the Name of the LORDThis refers to the Temple in Jerusalem, which Solomon intended to build as a dwelling place for God's presence among His people. 3. Royal PalaceSolomon also planned to build a royal palace for himself, signifying his reign and the establishment of his kingdom. 4. JerusalemThe city where the Temple and the royal palace were to be built, serving as the political and spiritual center of Israel. 5. The LORDThe covenant name of God, Yahweh, emphasizing His relationship with Israel and His holiness. Teaching Points Purposeful PlanningSolomon's intention to build the Temple and palace demonstrates the importance of having a clear purpose and plan in our endeavors, especially those related to serving God. Prioritizing God's GlorySolomon's first priority was to build a house for the Name of the LORD, reminding us to prioritize God's glory in our lives and decisions. Spiritual FoundationsJust as Solomon laid a physical foundation for the Temple, we are called to build our lives on the spiritual foundation of Christ and His teachings. God's PresenceThe Temple was a symbol of God's presence among His people. Today, we are reminded that God dwells within us, calling us to live lives that reflect His holiness. Legacy of FaithSolomon's building projects were part of his legacy. We are encouraged to consider what spiritual legacy we are building for future generations. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 2:1?
2.How does Solomon's preparation in 2 Chronicles 2:1 inspire our service to God?
3.What does Solomon's dedication to building the temple teach about prioritizing God's work?
4.How can we apply Solomon's example of planning to our spiritual commitments today?
5.In what ways does Solomon's task connect with 1 Kings 5:5 about God's promises?
6.How does Solomon's focus on God's house challenge our personal and church priorities?
7.What was Solomon's primary purpose in building the temple according to 2 Chronicles 2:1?
8.How does 2 Chronicles 2:1 reflect Solomon's relationship with God?
9.What historical evidence supports the construction of Solomon's temple?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 2?
11.In 2 Chronicles 2:2, is the workforce of 70,000 laborers and 80,000 stonecutters feasible given ancient population estimates?
12.2 Chronicles 1:7 - How could God physically appear to Solomon and speak to him, and what evidence supports this event?
13.In 2 Chronicles 8:2, Solomon rebuilds cities given by Hiram, yet 1 Kings 9:11-13 implies those cities were unacceptable to him; how can both accounts be accurate?
14.Solomon built a facility containing how many baths? Two thousand (1 Kings 7:26) Over three thousand (2 Chronicles 4:5)What Does 2 Chronicles 2:1 Mean nowThe simple opening “Now” ties Solomon’s action directly to what came before—David’s charge and God’s promise (1 Chronicles 22:6–10;2 Chronicles 1:9). • It marks a transition from preparation to execution, showing continuity in God’s unfolding plan (2 Samuel 7:12–13). • It signals that the moment God foretold has arrived; the promise moves from anticipation to reality.
solomon purposed“Purposed” underscores deliberate resolve. Solomon is not drifting into a project but setting his will to obey what God entrusted to him (1 Kings 5:5; 8:17–18). • This choice reflects the wisdom God gave him (2 Chronicles 1:10–12). • It models how spiritual vision must be paired with intentional commitment (Philippians 2:13—God works, we act).
to build a houseThe “house” is the temple, a literal structure intended for worship (1 Kings 6:1). • It would become the fixed place where sacrifices, feasts, and priestly ministry occur (Deuteronomy 12:11). • By investing treasure, labor, and time, Solomon treats God’s dwelling as Israel’s highest priority (Psalm 132:7).
for the name of the lordThe project is “for the Name,” meaning for God’s revealed character and glory to be honored (Deuteronomy 12:5;1 Kings 8:29). • The Name embodies God’s presence; building for the Name invites His nearness (Exodus 20:24). • The focus remains on glorifying God, not exalting human achievement (Psalm 115:1).
and a royal palaceAlongside the temple, Solomon will erect a palace complex (1 Kings 7:1-8). • Government, justice, and daily leadership will flow from this seat (Psalm 72:1). • Placing the palace after the temple in the sentence hints at correct priorities—God first, king second (Matthew 6:33).
for himselfThe palace is “for himself,” a rightful provision for the God-appointed king (2 Samuel 5:9–12). • Scripture never condemns a leader’s dwelling when it follows obedience to God’s will (Proverbs 24:3-4). • The order—temple then palace—guards against self-indulgence and keeps covenant responsibilities central (Haggai 1:4 shows the danger of reversing this order).
summary2 Chronicles 2:1 records Solomon’s deliberate decision to fulfill David’s legacy: first, a temple that magnifies the LORD’s Name; second, a palace to administer righteous rule. The verse highlights proper priorities, intentional obedience, and God’s faithfulness in advancing His redemptive plan through Solomon’s willing heart. (1) Determined.--Literally, said, which may mean either commanded, as in 2Chronicles 1:2; 1Chronicles 21:17, or thought, purposed, resolved, as in 1Kings 5:5. The context seems to favour the latter sense. And an house for his kingdom.--Or,for his royalty; that is, as the Vulg. renders,a palace for himself. Solomon's royal palace is mentioned again in2Chronicles 2:12;2Chronicles 7:11;2Chronicles 8:1; but the building of it is not related in the Chronicle. (See1Kings 7:1-12.) . . . Verse 1. - In the Hebrew text this verse stands as the last of ch. 1. Determined. The Hebrew word is the ordinary word for "said;" as, e.g., in the expression of such frequent occurrence, "The Lord said." Its natural equivalent here might be, he gave the word, or issued the command, for the building of a house. For the Name of the Lord; better, to the Name of the Lord ( 1 Kings 5:3; or in Hebrew text, 5:18; 1 Chronicles 22:7). The expression," the Name of the Lord," is of very early date ( Genesis 4:26). A name named upon a person at the first purported as far as possible to mark his nature, either its tout ensemble or some striking attribute of it. Hence the changed name, sometimes of Divine interposition ( Genesis 17:5, 15; Genesis 32:28; Genesis 35:10); and much more noticeably the alterations of the Divine Name, to serve and to mark the progressive development of the revelation of God to man ( Genesis 17:1; Exodus 3:14; Exodus 6:3; Exodus 34:14). So the Name of the Lord stands ever - monogram most sacred - for himself. A house forhiskingdom;i.e. a royal residence for Solomon himself. This is mere clearly expressed as, "in his own house" ( 2 Chronicles 7:11; 2 Chronicles 8:1; 1 Kings 9:10, 15). The description of this house for himself is given in 1 Kings 7:1-13. But no parallel account exists in Chronicles.
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Hebrew Now Solomonשְׁלֹמֹ֗ה(šə·lō·mōh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8010:Solomon -- David's son and successor to his thronepurposedוַיֹּ֣אמֶר(way·yō·mer)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559:To utter, sayto buildלִבְנ֥וֹת(liḇ·nō·wṯ)Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 1129:To builda houseבַּ֙יִת֙(ba·yiṯ)Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1004:A housefor the Nameלְשֵׁ֣ם(lə·šêm)Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 8034:A nameof the LORDיְהוָ֔ה(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israeland a royalלְמַלְכוּתֽוֹ׃(lə·mal·ḵū·ṯōw)Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 4438:Royalty, royal power, reign, kingdompalace for himself.וּבַ֖יִת(ū·ḇa·yiṯ)Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1004:A house
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OT History: 2 Chronicles 2:1 Now Solomon purposed to build a house (2 Chron. 2Ch iiCh ii ch 2 chr 2chr) |
