Hiram Summary
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Hiram, king of Tyre, provided materials and craftsmen for the construction of David's palace and Solomon's temple and palace.
King of Tyre (2SA 5:11)
Lineage: Huram › Hiram
Names
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Hiram
exaltation of life; a destroyer
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Huram
· Also called their liberty; their whiteness; their hole
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Hiram
· Also called · H2438 none · 2SA 5:11 [my] brother is elevated
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King of Tyre
· Title · H4428, H6865 G935, G5184 · 2SA 5:11 king of Tyre
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חִירוֹם
chiyrom · H2438 · 2SA 5:11 [my] brother is elevated
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חוּרָם
churam · H2361 · 2CH 2:3 [my] brother is elevated
- he חִירָם · H2438G
- he חוּרָם · H2361G
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מֶֽלֶךְ־צֹר
melek tsor · Title · H4428, H6865 · 2SA 5:11 king of Tyre
- el Χιραμ Xiram · none · 2SA 5:11
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βασιλεὺς Τύρου
basileùs Týrou · Title · G935, G5184 · 2SA 5:11 king of Tyre
- bg Хирам
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Family of origin
- Father: Huram
- Mother: Unknown
Hiram Article
STEPBible TIPNR
Hiram, also known as Huram, was the king of Tyre, a Phoenician city-state located on the Mediterranean coast north of Israel. He is mentioned in several passages in the Old Testament, primarily in connection with his alliances with King David and King Solomon of Israel.
During David's reign, Hiram sent envoys to David and provided him with cedar logs, carpenters, and stonemasons to build his palace (2Sa 5:11; 1Ch 14:1). This gesture demonstrated the friendly relationship between Tyre and Israel and Hiram's recognition of David's growing power and influence in the region.
Hiram's alliance with Israel continued during the reign of Solomon, David's son. He played a significant role in the construction of the First Temple in Jerusalem by supplying Solomon with cedar and cypress logs, as well as skilled craftsmen (1Kings 5; 2Ch 2:3-16). In exchange, Solomon provided Hiram with large quantities of wheat, barley, olive oil, and wine (1Ki 5:11; 2Ch 2:10).
The two kings also collaborated on maritime expeditions, with Hiram sending his skilled sailors to join Solomon's fleet in voyages to Ophir, a region known for its wealth in gold and other precious items (1Ki.9.27-28; 10.11, 22; 2Ch.8.18; 9.10, 21).
In addition to their trade and construction projects, Hiram and Solomon exchanged gifts and engaged in diplomatic relations (1Ki 9:11-14; 2Ch 8:2). Their friendship and cooperation were instrumental in the growth and prosperity of both Tyre and Israel during this period.
Hiram 2 Dictionary
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
Also “Huram” and “Horam,” king of Tyre. He entered into an alliance with David, and assisted him in building his palace by sending him able workmen, and also cedar-trees and fir-trees from Lebanon (2 Sam. 5:11; 1 Chr. 14:1). After the death of David he entered into a similar alliance with Solomon, and assisted him greatly in building the temple (1 Kings 5:1; 9:11; 2 Chr. 2:3). He also took part in Solomon’s traffic to the Eastern Seas (1 Kings 9:27; 10:11; 2 Chr. 8:18; 9:10).
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