What does 1 Kings 4:9 mean?

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1 Kings 4:9 lists one of King Solomon’s district governors, identified as the son of Dekar, and names the towns and regions—Makaz, Shaalbim, Bethshemesh, and Elonbethhanan—where he was responsible. This verse is part of a longer section describing how Solomon organized his kingdom by appointing officials over different territories. This verse comes from a passage where the writer of 1 Kings details King Solomon’s administrative structure. The list shows how Solomon divided Israel into districts, each overseen by a governor who managed provisions and governance for the king’s court. The verse helps readers understand the practical ways Solomon maintained order and supplied his large royal household.

1 Kings 4:9 (KJV)