1 Kings 5:6-8

Holman Christian Standard Bible

⁶ “Therefore, command that cedars from Lebanon be cut down for me. My servants will be with your servants, and I will pay your servants’ wages according to whatever you say, for you know that not a man among us knows how to cut timber like the Sidonians.”^(A)

⁷ When Hiram heard Solomon’s words, he greatly rejoiced and said, “May the Lord be praised today!^(B) He has given David a wise son to be over this great people!” ⁸ Then Hiram sent a reply to Solomon, saying, “I have heard your message; I will do everything you want regarding the cedar and cypress timber.