Atomic Bible

Solomon's officer in Ephraim

Ben-hur

Named in 1 verse of 1 Kings, first in 1 Kings 4:8.

בֶּן־חוּרBen-hur

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About Ben-hur Written by AI

Ben-hur was another of the twelve officers appointed by King Solomon to oversee the provision of food for the royal household. He was responsible for the hill country of Ephraim (1Ki. 4:8). Like his fellow officers, Ben-hur played a crucial role in maintaining the smooth functioning of Solomon's court by ensuring a consistent supply of resources from his assigned region. The appointment of these officers reflects Solomon's wisdom in delegating responsibilities and organizing his kingdom effectively.

Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.

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Where the Bible names him

  1. 1 Kings 4:8

    and these were their names: Ben-hur in the hill country of Ephraim;

From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.