1 Kings 11:19

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَأحَبَّ فِرْعَوْنُ هَدَدَ كَثِيرًا. وَزَوَّجَهُ مِنْ أُختِ زَوْجَتِهِ، المَلِكَةِ تَحْفَنِيسَ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from 1 Kings tells us that Hadad, who was an enemy of Israel, found favor with Pharaoh, the king of Egypt. As a sign of his favor, Pharaoh gave Hadad the hand of his queen's sister in marriage. This shows the high status Pharaoh bestowed upon Hadad.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing with your friends, and the most popular kid in school says you can play with their favorite toy. That's how important Pharaoh thought Hadad was. He even let Hadad marry his queen's sister!

Historical Background

The book of 1 Kings was written by multiple authors, possibly including Jeremiah, around the 6th century BC. It was written to the Israelites in exile to remind them of their history and the consequences of idolatry and disobedience to God.

Living It Out Today

In today's context, this verse teaches us about the power of relationships and the influence they can have. Just as Hadad's relationship with Pharaoh changed his status, our relationships can also impact our lives in significant ways.

Topics

• favor
• relationships
• marriage
• power
• influence
• status

Related Verses

• Exodus 18:1-27
• 2 Samuel 15:1-12
• 2 Chronicles 16:1-14
• Judges 11:1-11
• Matthew 12:46-50

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Hadad in this verse?

Hadad was a prince of Edom who became an enemy of Israel and found favor in the court of Pharaoh.

Why did Pharaoh give his queen's sister to Hadad?

Pharaoh saw Hadad as an ally and gave him his queen's sister in marriage as a sign of trust and high regard.

What does this verse tell us about Pharaoh?

This verse shows Pharaoh's strategic thinking, using marriage alliances to secure support and strengthen his position.

How does this relate to relationships in modern times?

This verse highlights how relationships can influence our status and opportunities in life, much like Hadad's relationship with Pharaoh elevated his position.