Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version During Solomon’s lifetime Judah and Israel, from Dan to Beersheba, lived in safety, everyone under their own vine and under their own fig tree. New Living Translation During the lifetime of Solomon, all of Judah and Israel lived in peace and safety. And from Dan in the north to Beersheba in the south, each family had its own home and garden. English Standard Version And Judah and Israel lived in safety, from Dan even to Beersheba, every man under his vine and under his fig tree, all the days of Solomon. Berean Standard Bible Throughout the days of Solomon, Judah and Israel dwelt securely from Dan to Beersheba, each man under his own vine and his own fig tree. Berean Literal Bible And Judah and Israel dwelt in safety, each man under his vine and his fig tree, from Dan and to Beersheba, all the days of Solomon. King James Bible And Judah and Israel dwelt safely, every man under his vine and under his fig tree, from Dan even to Beersheba, all the days of Solomon. New King James Version And Judah and Israel dwelt safely, each man under his vine and his fig tree, from Dan as far as Beersheba, all the days of Solomon. New American Standard Bible So Judah and Israel lived securely, everyone under his vine and his fig tree, from Dan even to Beersheba, all the days of Solomon. NASB 1995 So Judah and Israel lived in safety, every man under his vine and his fig tree, from Dan even to Beersheba, all the days of Solomon. NASB 1977 So Judah and Israel lived in safety, every man under his vine and his fig tree, from Dan even to Beersheba, all the days of Solomon. Legacy Standard Bible So Judah and Israel lived in security, every man under his vine and his fig tree, from Dan even to Beersheba, all the days of Solomon. Amplified Bible Judah and Israel lived in security, every man under his vine and fig tree [in peace and prosperity], from Dan [in the north] to Beersheba [in the south], during all the days of Solomon. Berean Annotated Bible Throughout the days of Solomon (peace), Judah (praised) and Israel (he wrestles with God) dwelt securely from Dan (He has judged) to Beersheba (well of seven), each man under his own vine and his own fig tree. Christian Standard Bible Throughout Solomon’s reign, Judah and Israel lived in safety from Dan to Beer-sheba, each person under his own vine and his own fig tree. Holman Christian Standard Bible Throughout Solomon’s reign, Judah and Israel lived in safety from Dan to Beer-sheba, each man under his own vine and his own fig tree. American Standard Version And Judah and Israel dwelt safely, every man under his vine and under his fig-tree, from Dan even to Beer-sheba, all the days of Solomon. Contemporary English Version Everyone living in Israel, from the town of Dan in the north to Beersheba in the south, was safe as long as Solomon lived. Each family sat undisturbed beneath its own grape vines and fig trees. English Revised Version And Judah and Israel dwelt safely, every man under his vine and under his fig tree, from Dan even to Beer-sheba, all the days of Solomon. GOD'S WORD® Translation As long as Solomon lived, Judah and Israel (from Dan to Beersheba) lived securely, everyone under his own vine and fig tree. Good News Translation As long as he lived, the people throughout Judah and Israel lived in safety, each family with its own grapevines and fig trees. International Standard Version Judah and Israel lived safely, and everyone enjoyed their own vine and fig tree from Dan to Beer-sheba through all of Solomon's life. NET Bible All the people of Judah and Israel had security; everyone from Dan to Beer Sheba enjoyed the produce of their vines and fig trees throughout Solomon's lifetime. New Heart English Bible Judah and Israel lived safely, every man under his vine and under his fig tree, from Dan even to Beersheba, all the days of Solomon. Webster's Bible Translation And Judah and Israel dwelt safely, every man under his vine and under his fig-tree, from Dan even to Beer-sheba, all the days of Solomon. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThroughout the days of Solomon, Judah and Israel dwelt securely from Dan to Beersheba, each man under his own vine and his own fig tree. World English Bible Judah and Israel lived safely, every man under his vine and under his fig tree, from Dan even to Beersheba, all the days of Solomon. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Judah dwells—and Israel—in confidence, each under his vine, and under his fig tree, from Dan even to Beer-Sheba, all the days of Solomon. Berean Literal Bible And Judah and Israel dwelt in safety, each man under his vine and his fig tree, from Dan and to Beersheba, all the days of Solomon. Young's Literal Translation And Judah dwelleth -- and Israel -- in confidence, each under his vine, and under his fig-tree, from Dan even unto Beer-Sheba, all the days of Solomon. Smith's Literal Translation And Judah dwelt, and Israel, with confidence, a man under his vine and under his fig tree, from Dan and even to the Well of the Oath, all the days of Solomon. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Juda and Israel dwelt without any fear, every one under his vine, and under his fig tree, from Dan to Bersabee, all the days of Solomon. Catholic Public Domain Version And so, Judah and Israel were living without any fear, each one under his own vine and under his own fig tree, from Dan as far as Beersheba, during all the days of Solomon. New American Bible Thus Judah and Israel lived in security, everyone under their own vine and fig tree from Dan to Beer-sheba, as long as Solomon lived. New Revised Standard Version During Solomon’s lifetime Judah and Israel lived in safety, from Dan even to Beer-sheba, all of them under their vines and fig trees. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Judah and Israel dwelt safely, every man under his vine and under his fig tree, from Dan even to Beer-sheba, all the days of Solomon. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Yehuda and Israel dwelt in quietness, each man under his vines and under his fig trees, from Dan and unto Beersheba, all the days of Solomon. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Judah and Israel dwelt safely, every man under his vine and under his fig-tree, from Dan even to Beer-sheba, all the days of Solomon. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Solomon's Wealth…24For Solomon had dominion over everything west of the Euphrates—over all the kingdoms from Tiphsah to Gaza—and he had peace on all sides. 25Throughout the days of Solomon, Judah and Israel dwelt securely from Dan to Beersheba, each man under his own vine and his own fig tree. 26Solomon had 4,000 stalls for his chariot horses and 12,000 horses.… Cross References Throughout the days of Solomon, 1 Kings 5:4 But now the LORD my God has given me rest on every side, and there is no adversary or crisis. 1 Kings 11:42 Thus the time that Solomon reigned in Jerusalem over all Israel was forty years. 2 Chronicles 9:30 Solomon reigned in Jerusalem over all Israel forty years. Judah and Israel dwelt securely 1 Chronicles 22:9 But a son will be born to you who will be a man of rest. I will give him rest from all his enemies on every side; for his name will be Solomon, and I will grant to Israel peace and quiet during his reign. 1 Kings 8:56 “Blessed be the LORD, who has given rest to His people Israel according to all that He promised. Not one word has failed of all the good promises He made through His servant Moses. Deuteronomy 33:28 So Israel dwells securely; the fountain of Jacob lives untroubled in a land of grain and new wine, where even the heavens drip with dew. from Dan to Beersheba, 1 Samuel 3:20 So all Israel from Dan to Beersheba knew that Samuel was confirmed as a prophet of the LORD. Judges 20:1 Then all the Israelites from Dan to Beersheba and from the land of Gilead came out, and the congregation assembled as one man before the LORD at Mizpah. 2 Samuel 17:11 Instead, I advise that all Israel from Dan to Beersheba—a multitude like the sand on the seashore—be gathered to you, and that you yourself lead them into battle. each man under his own vine and his own fig tree. Micah 4:4 And each man will sit under his own vine and under his own fig tree, with no one to frighten him. For the mouth of the LORD of Hosts has spoken. Zechariah 3:10 On that day, declares the LORD of Hosts, you will each invite your neighbor to sit under your own vine and fig tree.’” 2 Kings 18:31 Do not listen to Hezekiah, for this is what the king of Assyria says: Make peace with me and come out to me. Then every one of you will eat from his own vine and his own fig tree and drink water from his own cistern, Leviticus 26:5 Your threshing will continue until the grape harvest, and the grape harvest will continue until sowing time; you will have your fill of food to eat and will dwell securely in your land. Deuteronomy 12:10 When you cross the Jordan and live in the land that the LORD your God is giving you as an inheritance, and He gives you rest from all the enemies around you and you dwell securely, Judges 18:7 So the five men departed and came to Laish, where they saw that the people were living securely, like the Sidonians, quiet and unsuspecting. There was nothing lacking in the land and no oppressive ruler. And they were far away from the Sidonians and had no alliance with anyone. Isaiah 32:18 Then my people will dwell in a peaceful place, in safe and secure places of rest. Treasury of Scripture And Judah and Israel dwelled safely, every man under his vine and under his fig tree, from Dan even to Beersheba, all the days of Solomon. safely [heb] confidently Isaiah 60:18 Violence shall no more be heard in thy land, wasting nor destruction within thy borders; but thou shalt call thy walls Salvation, and thy gates Praise. Jeremiah 23:5,6 Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will raise unto David a righteous Branch, and a King shall reign and prosper, and shall execute judgment and justice in the earth… Jeremiah 33:15,16 In those days, and at that time, will I cause the Branch of righteousness to grow up unto David; and he shall execute judgment and righteousness in the land… every man 2 Kings 18:31 Hearken not to Hezekiah: for thus saith the king of Assyria, Make an agreement with me by a present, and come out to me, and then eat ye every man of his own vine, and every one of his fig tree, and drink ye every one the waters of his cistern: Micah 4:4 But they shall sit every man under his vine and under his fig tree; and none shall make them afraid: for the mouth of the LORD of hosts hath spoken it. Zechariah 3:10 In that day, saith the LORD of hosts, shall ye call every man his neighbour under the vine and under the fig tree. from Dan Judges 20:1 Then all the children of Israel went out, and the congregation was gathered together as one man, from Dan even to Beersheba, with the land of Gilead, unto the LORD in Mizpeh. 2 Samuel 17:11 Therefore I counsel that all Israel be generally gathered unto thee, from Dan even to Beersheba, as the sand that is by the sea for multitude; and that thou go to battle in thine own person. 2 Samuel 24:15 So the LORD sent a pestilence upon Israel from the morning even to the time appointed: and there died of the people from Dan even to Beersheba seventy thousand men. Jump to Previous Beersheba Beer-Sheba Confidence Dan Dwelleth Dwelt Fig Fig-Tree Israel Judah Safely Safety Solomon Solomon's Tree VineJump to Next Beersheba Beer-Sheba Confidence Dan Dwelleth Dwelt Fig Fig-Tree Israel Judah Safely Safety Solomon Solomon's Tree Vine1 Kings 4 1. Solomon's princes7. His twelve officers for provision 20. The peace and largeness of his kingdom 22. His daily provision 26. His stable 29. His wisdom Throughout the days of Solomon This phrase highlights the period of King Solomon's reign, which is often considered a golden age for Israel due to its peace and prosperity. Solomon, the son of David, was known for his wisdom, wealth, and extensive building projects, including the construction of the First Temple in Jerusalem. His reign is characterized by stability and the fulfillment of God's promise to David that his son would build a house for the Lord (2 Samuel 7:12-13). Judah and Israel dwelt securely from Dan to Beersheba each man under his own vine and his own fig tree Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonThe son of King David and Bathsheba, Solomon was the third king of Israel. Known for his wisdom, wealth, and building projects, including the Temple in Jerusalem, Solomon's reign is often seen as a time of peace and prosperity for Israel. 2. Judah and Israel These were the two main divisions of the Israelite kingdom. During Solomon's reign, they were united as one kingdom, experiencing peace and security. 3. Dan to Beersheba This phrase is a traditional way of describing the entire land of Israel, from the northernmost city (Dan) to the southernmost city (Beersheba), indicating the extent of Solomon's peaceful reign. 4. Vine and Fig Tree These are symbols of peace, prosperity, and security in the Bible. The imagery suggests a time when people could enjoy the fruits of their labor without fear of war or invasion. 5. Solomon’s Days This refers to the period of Solomon's reign, which was marked by unprecedented peace and prosperity in Israel's history. Teaching Points Peace and Security as Divine BlessingsThe peace and security experienced during Solomon's reign are seen as blessings from God. Believers are encouraged to seek God's peace in their lives, trusting in His provision and protection. Symbolism of the Vine and Fig Tree These symbols remind us of the importance of contentment and gratitude for God's blessings. Christians are called to appreciate the peace and prosperity they have and to use it for God's glory. Unity and Prosperity The unity of Judah and Israel under Solomon's reign highlights the strength and prosperity that come from unity. Believers are encouraged to seek unity within the body of Christ to experience God's blessings fully. Fulfillment of God's Promises Solomon's reign is a testament to God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises. Christians are reminded to trust in God's promises, knowing that He is faithful to bring them to fruition. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 4:25?2. How does 1 Kings 4:25 reflect God's promise of peace and safety? 3. What does "each man under his vine and fig tree" symbolize in this context? 4. How can we apply the peace in 1 Kings 4:25 to our lives today? 5. What other scriptures highlight God's provision and peace for His people? 6. How can we trust God for peace amidst current challenges, like in 1 Kings 4:25? 7. How does 1 Kings 4:25 reflect God's promise of peace and security to Israel? 8. What historical evidence supports the prosperity described in 1 Kings 4:25? 9. How does 1 Kings 4:25 relate to Solomon's wisdom and leadership? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 4? 11. Who was King Jehoshaphat in the Bible? 12. Who is the author of Proverbs? 13. Are the massive daily provisions listed for Solomon’s household (1 Kings 4:22–23) plausible, or do they indicate exaggeration? 14. What does the Fig Tree Prophecy entail? What Does 1 Kings 4:25 Mean Throughout the days of Solomon“Throughout the days of Solomon” signals an entire era, not a momentary lull. Solomon’s forty-year reign (1 Kings 11:42) is framed by God’s promise of “rest from all his enemies” (1 Chron 22:9). The peace described right before our verse—“he had dominion over all the region west of the Euphrates… and he had peace on all sides” (1 Kings 4:24)—shows the Lord fulfilling what He had covenanted with David (2 Samuel 7:10-11). This season of tranquility was meant to display God’s faithfulness and highlight how obedience to His statutes brings blessing (Deuteronomy 28:1-10). Judah and Israel dwelt securely The phrase stresses unity as well as safety. After the turbulence that marked Saul’s and David’s early years, the tribes now experience undivided security. God’s earlier promise, “Israel shall dwell securely” (Leviticus 25:18-19; Deuteronomy 33:12, 28), is literally happening. The verse does not picture merely the absence of danger but a settled confidence that the covenant-keeping God is shielding His people (Psalm 4:8; Psalm 121:3-8). From Dan to Beersheba This familiar expression—used in Judges 20:1 and 1 Samuel 3:20—marks the northernmost city (Dan) to the southern border town (Beersheba). It is a shorthand for “the whole country.” By including every corner of the land, Scripture underlines that no pocket of the kingdom was left out of this blessing. God’s promise to Abraham of a broad inheritance (Genesis 13:14-17) is now palpably seen from border to border. Each man under his own vine The vine was the primary cash crop. Sitting beneath one’s own vine meant: - Personal ownership—no oppressive taxation or confiscation (1 Kings 12:4 shows how quickly this changed under Rehoboam). - Economic stability—grapes take years to mature; peace had lasted long enough for vines to flourish. - Enjoyment of God-given fruit—an echo of covenant blessings such as, “You will eat the fruit of your vineyard” (Leviticus 26:5). Prophets later adopt this phrase to picture messianic peace (Micah 4:4; Zechariah 3:10), showing Solomon’s reign as a preview of a still-greater kingdom. And his own fig tree Figs, another staple (Deuteronomy 8:8), ripen twice a year, symbolizing ongoing provision. The dual mention—vine and fig tree—emphasizes both abundance and variety. It also highlights private, family-level contentment. Even Assyria’s taunt years later admitted that such prosperity was the benchmark of wellbeing (2 Kings 18:31). In Solomon’s day, that benchmark was reality. summary 1 Kings 4:25 records the high-water mark of Israel’s national life—an era of God-given peace, unity, and prosperity extending to every individual and every border. The verse demonstrates God’s faithfulness to His covenant promises, showcases the blessings that flow from righteous leadership, and foreshadows the even fuller security and rest ultimately realized in the eternal reign of the greater Son of David. Verse 25. - And Judah and Israel [here we have the copula, the absence of which in ver. 20 suggests a corruption or confusion of the text] dwelt safely [Heb. confidently. Cf. Judges 8:11; 1 Samuel 12:11], every man under his vine and under his fig tree. [A proverbial expression (see 2 Kings 18:31, where it is used by Rabshakeh; Micah 4:4; Zechariah 3:10) to denote rest and the undisturbed enjoyment of the fruits of the earth, not necessarily, as Keil, "the most costly products of the land." In invasions, raids, etc., it is still the custom of the East to cut and carry off all the crops, and fruits. Wordsworth notices that the vine often" clustered on the walls of houses (Psalm 128:3), or around and over the courtyards", from Dan even to Beersheba [i.e., from the extreme northern to the extreme southern (not eastern, as the American translator of Bahr) boundary, Judges 20:1; 1 Samuel 3:20; 2 Samuel 3:10].Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Throughoutכֹּ֖ל (kōl) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the days יְמֵ֥י (yə·mê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 3117: A day of Solomon, שְׁלֹמֹֽה׃ (šə·lō·mōh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8010: Solomon -- David's son and successor to his throne Judah יְהוּדָ֨ה (yə·hū·ḏāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3063: Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites and Israel וְיִשְׂרָאֵ֜ל (wə·yiś·rā·’êl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc lived וַיֵּשֶׁב֩ (way·yê·šeḇ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3427: To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry in safety לָבֶ֗טַח (lā·ḇe·ṭaḥ) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 983: A place of refuge, safety, safely from Dan מִדָּ֖ן (mid·dān) Preposition-m | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1835: Dan -- 'judge', a son of Jacob, also a place in Northern Israel to וְעַד־ (wə·‘aḏ-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while Beersheba, שָׁ֑בַע (šā·ḇa‘) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 884: Beersheba -- 'well of seven', a place in the Negev each man אִ֣ישׁ (’îš) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person under תַּ֤חַת (ta·ḥaṯ) Preposition Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of his own vine גַּפְנוֹ֙ (gap̄·nōw) Noun - common singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1612: A vine, the grape and וְתַ֣חַת (wə·ṯa·ḥaṯ) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of his own fig tree. תְּאֵֽנָת֔וֹ (tə·’ê·nā·ṯōw) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 8384: Of foreign derivation, the fig Links 1 Kings 4:25 NIV1 Kings 4:25 NLT 1 Kings 4:25 ESV 1 Kings 4:25 NASB 1 Kings 4:25 KJV 1 Kings 4:25 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 4:25 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 4:25 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 4:25 French Bible 1 Kings 4:25 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 4:25 Judah and Israel lived safely every man (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |
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