2 Chronicles 7:11

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.

Thus Solomon {H8010} finished {H3615} the house {H1004} of the LORD {H3068}, and the king's {H4428} house {H1004}: and all that came {H935} into Solomon's {H8010} heart {H3820} to make {H6213} in the house {H1004} of the LORD {H3068}, and in his own house {H1004}, he prosperously effected {H6743}.

Thus Shlomo finished the house of ADONAI and the royal palace. Everything that Shlomo had set his heart on making in the house of ADONAI and in his own palace he accomplished successfully.

When Solomon had finished the house of the LORD and the royal palace, successfully carrying out all that was in his heart to do for the house of the LORD and for his own palace,

Thus Solomon finished the house of Jehovah, and the king’s house: and all that came into Solomon’s heart to make in the house of Jehovah, and in his own house, he prosperously effected.

Commentary

2 Chronicles 7:11 marks a significant milestone in the reign of King Solomon, highlighting the successful completion of two monumental building projects: the Temple of the LORD and his own royal palace. This verse underscores the prosperity and divine favor that accompanied Solomon's endeavors.

Context

This verse follows the magnificent dedication ceremony of the Temple, where fire descended from heaven to consume the burnt offering and the glory of the LORD filled the house. The completion of the Temple was the culmination of a vision given to King David, Solomon's father, and executed by Solomon during a period of unprecedented peace and prosperity in Israel. The "king's house" refers to Solomon's opulent palace complex, which took even longer to build than the Temple (1 Kings 9:10).

Key Themes

  • Divine Blessing and Success: The phrase "he prosperously effected" (Hebrew: tsalach) indicates that Solomon not only completed these vast undertakings but did so successfully and with divine enabling. This reflects God's blessing upon his efforts, especially as he prioritized the building of God's house.
  • Fulfillment of Purpose: The completion of the Temple signified the establishment of a central place of worship and a symbol of God's presence among His people in Jerusalem. It brought to fruition a long-held national aspiration.
  • Solomon's Dedication and Vision: The verse implicitly commends Solomon's commitment to these grand projects, showing that he accomplished "all that came into Solomon's heart to make," demonstrating his architectural vision and organizational capabilities, guided by God's wisdom.

Linguistic Insight

The KJV phrase "prosperously effected" comes from the Hebrew verb tsalach (צָלַח), which means to succeed, prosper, or be profitable. It often carries the connotation of God granting success or causing one to prosper in their undertakings. This isn't merely about completing a task, but about completing it successfully and effectively, often with divine favor.

Related Scriptures

The successful completion of the Temple sets the stage for God's powerful response to Solomon's dedication prayer, as detailed in the very next verses. God appears to Solomon by night in 2 Chronicles 7:12-16, confirming His acceptance of the Temple and laying out conditions for continued blessing or judgment upon the nation. This pivotal moment emphasizes the covenant relationship between God and Israel.

Practical Application

This verse reminds believers that when we commit our endeavors to God and seek to honor Him, He often grants us the ability to "prosperously effect" our plans. It highlights the importance of diligence and faithfulness in completing tasks, especially those dedicated to God's glory. Just as the Temple was completed as a dwelling place for God, believers today are called to be temples of the Holy Spirit, in whom God desires to dwell and through whom He accomplishes His purposes.

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Cross-References

  • 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,

  • 1 Kings 9:9

    And they shall answer, Because they forsook the LORD their God, who brought forth their fathers out of the land of Egypt, and have taken hold upon other gods, and have worshipped them, and served them: therefore hath the LORD brought upon them all this evil.

  • Ecclesiastes 2:10

    And whatsoever mine eyes desired I kept not from them, I withheld not my heart from any joy; for my heart rejoiced in all my labour: and this was my portion of all my labour.

  • Ecclesiastes 2:11

    Then I looked on all the works that my hands had wrought, and on the labour that I had laboured to do: and, behold, all [was] vanity and vexation of spirit, and [there was] no profit under the sun.

  • 2 Chronicles 2:1

    ¶ And Solomon determined to build an house for the name of the LORD, and an house for his kingdom.

  • Ecclesiastes 2:4

    I made me great works; I builded me houses; I planted me vineyards:
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