Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version They also brought to the proper place their quotas of barley and straw for the chariot horses and the other horses. New Living Translation They also brought the necessary barley and straw for the royal horses in the stables. English Standard Version Barley also and straw for the horses and swift steeds they brought to the place where it was required, each according to his duty. Berean Standard Bible Each one also brought to the required place their quotas of barley and straw for the chariot horses and other horses. King James Bible Barley also and straw for the horses and dromedaries brought they unto the place where the officers were, every man according to his charge. New King James Version They also brought barley and straw to the proper place, for the horses and steeds, each man according to his charge. New American Standard Bible They also brought barley and straw for the war horses and baggage horses to the place where it was required, each deputy according to his duty. NASB 1995 They also brought barley and straw for the horses and swift steeds to the place where it should be, each according to his charge. NASB 1977 They also brought barley and straw for the horses and swift steeds to the place where it should be, each according to his charge. Legacy Standard Bible They also brought barley and straw for the horses and swift steeds to the place where it should be, each according to the legal judgment for him. Amplified Bible They also brought the barley and straw for the horses and swift steeds (warhorses, chargers) to the place where it was needed, each man according to his assignment. Christian Standard Bible Each man brought the barley and the straw for the chariot teams and the other horses to the required place according to his assignment. Holman Christian Standard Bible Each man brought the barley and the straw for the chariot teams and the other horses to the required place according to his assignment. American Standard Version Barley also and straw for the horses and swift steeds brought they unto the place where the officers were, every man according to his charge. Contemporary English Version as well as barley and straw for the horses. English Revised Version Barley also and straw for the horses and swift steeds brought they unto the place where the officers were, every man according to his charge. GOD'S WORD® Translation They brought their quota of barley and straw for the chariot horses to the proper places. Good News Translation Each governor also supplied his share of barley and straw, where it was needed, for the chariot horses and the work animals. International Standard Version They also provided barley and straw for the horses and camels to their respective locations, each consistent with their responsibilities. NET Bible Each one also brought to the assigned location his quota of barley and straw for the various horses. New Heart English Bible And they also brought barley and straw for the horses and the steeds to the place where the officers were, every man according to his duty. Webster's Bible Translation Barley also and straw for the horses and dromedaries they brought to the place where the officers were, every man according to his charge. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleEach one also brought to the required place their quotas of barley and straw for the chariot horses and other horses. World English Bible They also brought barley and straw for the horses and swift steeds to the place where the officers were, each man according to his duty. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the barley and the straw, for horses and for dromedaries, they bring to the place where they are, each according to his ordinance. Young's Literal Translation And the barley and the straw, for horses and for dromedaries, they bring in unto the place where they are, each according to his ordinance. Smith's Literal Translation And the barley and the straw for horses, and for coursers, they will bring to the place where a man will be there according to his judgment. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThey brought barley also and straw for the horses, and beasts, to the place where the king was, according as it was appointed them. Catholic Public Domain Version Also, they brought barley and straw for the horses and beasts of burden, to the place where the king was, just as it was appointed to them. New American Bible For the chariot horses and draft animals also, each brought his quota of barley and straw to the required place. New Revised Standard Version They also brought to the required place barley and straw for the horses and swift steeds, each according to his charge. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBarley also and straw for the horses and the dromedaries they brought to the place where the officers were, every man as it was his due. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And they brought to the place barley and straw for the stallions and for the mares, where there was a man, according to his right. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Barley also and straw for the horses and swift steeds brought they unto the place where it should be, every man according to his charge. Brenton Septuagint Translation And they carried the barley and the straw for the horses and the chariots to the place where the king might be, each according to his charge. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Solomon's Wealth…27Each month the governors in turn provided food for King Solomon and all who came to his table. They saw to it that nothing was lacking. 28Each one also brought to the required place their quotas of barley and straw for the chariot horses and other horses. Cross References Genesis 47:17 So they brought their livestock to Joseph, and he gave them food in exchange for their horses, their flocks and herds, and their donkeys. Throughout that year he provided them with food in exchange for all their livestock. 2 Chronicles 9:24 Year after year, each visitor would bring his tribute: articles of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, horses, and mules. Nehemiah 5:18 Each day one ox, six choice sheep, and some fowl were prepared for me, and once every ten days an abundance of all kinds of wine was provided. But I did not demand the food allotted to the governor, because the burden on the people was so heavy. Job 39:5-8 Who set the wild donkey free? Who released the swift donkey from the harness? / I made the wilderness his home and the salt flats his dwelling. / He scorns the tumult of the city and never hears the shouts of a driver. ... Isaiah 30:24 The oxen and donkeys that work the ground will eat salted fodder, winnowed with shovel and pitchfork. Isaiah 32:20 Blessed are those who sow beside abundant waters, who let the ox and donkey range freely. Ezekiel 27:14 The men of Beth-togarmah exchanged horses, war horses, and mules for your wares. Joel 2:22 Do not be afraid, O beasts of the field, for the open pastures have turned green, the trees bear their fruit, and the fig tree and vine yield their best. Zechariah 10:3 “My anger burns against the shepherds, and I will punish the leaders. For the LORD of Hosts attends to His flock, the house of Judah; He will make them like His royal steed in battle. Matthew 21:2-3 saying to them, “Go into the village ahead of you, and at once you will find a donkey tied there, with her colt beside her. Untie them and bring them to Me. / If anyone questions you, tell him that the Lord needs them, and he will send them right away.” Luke 19:30-34 saying, “Go into the village ahead of you, and as you enter it, you will find a colt tied there, on which no one has ever sat. Untie it and bring it here. / If anyone asks, ‘Why are you untying it?’ tell him, ‘The Lord needs it.’” / So those who were sent went out and found it just as Jesus had told them. ... John 12:14-15 Finding a young donkey, Jesus sat on it, as it is written: / “Do not be afraid, O Daughter of Zion. See, your King is coming, seated on the colt of a donkey.” Romans 8:20-22 For the creation was subjected to futility, not by its own will, but because of the One who subjected it, in hope / that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to decay and brought into the glorious freedom of the children of God. / We know that the whole creation has been groaning together in the pains of childbirth until the present time. 1 Corinthians 9:9-10 For it is written in the Law of Moses: “Do not muzzle an ox while it is treading out the grain.” Is it about oxen that God is concerned? / Isn’t He actually speaking on our behalf? Indeed, this was written for us, because when the plowman plows and the thresher threshes, they should also expect to share in the harvest. 1 Timothy 5:18 For the Scripture says, “Do not muzzle an ox while it is treading out the grain,” and, “The worker is worthy of his wages.” Treasury of Scripture Barley also and straw for the horses and dromedaries brought they to the place where the officers were, every man according to his charge. dromedaries. Esther 8:10,14 And he wrote in the king Ahasuerus' name, and sealed it with the king's ring, and sent letters by posts on horseback, and riders on mules, camels, and young dromedaries: … Micah 1:13 O thou inhabitant of Lachish, bind the chariot to the swift beast: she is the beginning of the sin to the daughter of Zion: for the transgressions of Israel were found in thee. Jump to Previous Barley Charge Chariot Dromedaries Dry Duty Grain Grass Horses Officers Ordinance Proper Required Right ses Steeds Straw Superintendents SwiftJump to Next Barley Charge Chariot Dromedaries Dry Duty Grain Grass Horses Officers Ordinance Proper Required Right ses Steeds Straw Superintendents Swift1 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 Each one also brought to the required place This phrase indicates a well-organized system of provision and administration under King Solomon's rule. The "required place" suggests designated locations for the collection and distribution of resources, reflecting the efficiency and orderliness of Solomon's kingdom. This system is reminiscent of Joseph's administration in Egypt (Genesis 41:34-36), where resources were gathered and stored strategically. It highlights the wisdom and foresight in governance, a gift Solomon was renowned for (1 Kings 3:12). their quotas of barley and straw for the chariot horses and other horses Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonThe king of Israel during this time, known for his wisdom and wealth. He organized the kingdom efficiently, including the provision for his horses. 2. Israel The nation under Solomon's rule, experiencing a time of peace and prosperity. The organization of resources reflects the stability and order of Solomon's reign. 3. Chariot Horses These were essential for Solomon's military and transportation needs, symbolizing strength and preparedness. 4. Barley and Straw These were the provisions for the horses, indicating the agricultural productivity and resource management in Solomon's kingdom. 5. The Twelve Officers Appointed by Solomon to provide for the king's household, each responsible for one month of the year, ensuring a steady supply of resources. Teaching Points Stewardship and Resource ManagementSolomon's organization of resources for his horses teaches us the importance of managing what God has entrusted to us wisely and efficiently. Preparedness and Provision The provision for the horses reflects the need for preparedness in our lives, ensuring that we are equipped for the tasks God has set before us. Balance of Trust and Action While Solomon prepared extensively, the broader biblical account reminds us to balance our actions with trust in God's sovereignty. Community and Cooperation The system of officers providing for the king's needs illustrates the power of community and cooperation in achieving common goals. Avoiding Excess Reflecting on Deuteronomy 17:16, we are reminded to avoid excess and place our trust in God rather than in material wealth or military power. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 4What foods are mentioned in the Bible? Is it scientifically possible for Jesus to survive 40 days without food (Luke 4:2)? How is a 40-day fast (Matthew 4:2) scientifically or physically possible? If God truly appeared to Solomon in a dream (1 Kings 3:5), how do we distinguish this from myth or subjective experience?(28) Dromedaries--properly (see Margin), swift beasts; probably the horses of the royal messengers, as distinguished from the war horses.Verse 28. - Barley also [the food of horses at the present day in the East, where oats are not grown. (Cf. Hom. II. 5:196)] and straw for the horses and dromedaries [marg. mules or swift beasts. Coursers, or fleet horses of superior breed are intended. רֶכֶשׁ = Germ. Renner. These coursers were for the use of the king's messengers or posts. See Esther 8:10, 14] brought they unto the place where the officers were ["officers" is not in the Hebrew. The LXX. and Vulg. supply "king "(the verb is singular, "was"). But the true meaning is to be gathered from chap. 10:26. There we learn that the horses were distributed in different towns throughout the land. To these different depots, therefore, the purveyors must forward the provender, "unto the place where it should be" (יִהְיֶה), not, as Rawlinson, "where the horses were."] every man according to his charge. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Each oneאִ֖ישׁ (’îš) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person also brought יָבִ֗אוּ (yā·ḇi·’ū) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to the required place הַמָּקוֹם֙ (ham·mā·qō·wm) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4725: A standing, a spot, a condition their quotas כְּמִשְׁפָּטֽוֹ׃ (kə·miš·pā·ṭōw) Preposition-k | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style of barley וְהַשְּׂעֹרִ֣ים (wə·haś·śə·‘ō·rîm) Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 8184: Barley and straw וְהַתֶּ֔בֶן (wə·hat·te·ḇen) Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 8401: Material, refuse haum, stalks of grain for the chariot horses וְלָרָ֑כֶשׁ (wə·lā·rā·ḵeš) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7409: A relay of animals on a, post-route, a courser and other horses. לַסּוּסִ֖ים (las·sū·sîm) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 5483: A swallow, swift (type of bird) Links 1 Kings 4:28 NIV1 Kings 4:28 NLT 1 Kings 4:28 ESV 1 Kings 4:28 NASB 1 Kings 4:28 KJV 1 Kings 4:28 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 4:28 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 4:28 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 4:28 French Bible 1 Kings 4:28 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 4:28 Barley also and straw for the horses (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |
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