Solomon’s provision for one day was thirty cors of fine flour and sixty cors of meal,
English Standard Version (ESV)
Even in detailing Solomon's daily feast, Scripture subtly hints at the scale of God's abundant provision for His people and His kingdom. These aren't just numbers; they're a tangible depiction of the immense resources King Solomon, a symbol of God's blessing, could command, reminding us that God's generosity far surpasses our everyday needs.
Solomon’s provision for one day was thirty cors of fine flour and sixty cors of meal,
English Standard Version (ESV)
Solomon's reign is described as a golden age of peace and prosperity following his father David's reign. This verse is part of a larger passage detailing the immense resources and vast organization required to feed Solomon's enormous household and administration each day, highlighting the sheer scale of his kingdom's wealth and the logistical marvels of his governance. It sets the stage for the description of his wisdom and his building projects, all made possible by this abundant provision.
Ever wondered what 'riches' really looked like in ancient times? Solomon's daily food bill gives us a staggering glimpse.
A King's Feast
This verse drops us right into the heart of Solomon's immense prosperity. The numbers here are astronomical, especially when you consider they were for just one day!
This wasn't just about feeding people; it was a display of power, stability, and God's blessing on Solomon's reign.
Beyond the sheer quantity, what do these specific provisions tell us about Solomon's kingdom?
Daily Bread, Royal Style
The mention of both 'fine flour' and 'meal' isn't accidental. It paints a picture of a well-ordered, sophisticated kingdom.
Fine Flour:
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This suggests the highest quality, likely reserved for the king's table, special occasions, and perhaps for offerings. It speaks to luxury and elevated status.
Meal:
This coarser grain was the staple food for the wider populace and the everyday needs of the vast royal household. It represents sustenance and the daily functioning of the kingdom.
Together, these provisions signify not just wealth, but a stable economy capable of producing and distributing essential goods at a massive scale.
Understand the original words
kor · Hebrew Noun
A unit of dry measure in the Old Testament, equivalent to a homer, used for grain, flour, and other agricultural products.
The verse highlights the incredible wealth and sophisticated administration of Solomon's kingdom during its peak, detailing the vast daily provisions needed to sustain his court and extensive projects.
c. 970 BC
Solomon Becomes King of Israel
Following the death of his father David, Solomon ascends to the throne, inheriting a unified kingdom and a period of relative peace.
c. 967 BC
Construction of the First Temple Begins
Solomon initiates the monumental building project of the Temple in Jerusalem, a massive undertaking requiring immense resources and labor.
c. 960 BC
Dedication of the Temple
The magnificent Temple is completed and dedicated with great ceremony, marking a spiritual and political zenith for the united monarchy.
c. 950 BC— this verse
Solomon's Golden Age
This period represents the height of Solomon's reign, characterized by extensive building projects, flourishing trade, and immense wealth.
c. 931 BC
Death of Solomon and Division of the Kingdom
Solomon's death leads to the fragmentation of the united monarchy, with the northern kingdom of Israel and the southern kingdom of Judah splitting into two separate entities.
This verse immediately follows, detailing even more extravagant daily provisions for Solomon, highlighting the immense wealth and resources God bestowed upon him for the kingdom's prosperity.
1 Kings 10:14This passage describes the weight of gold Solomon received yearly, offering a parallel measure of his vast riches and the kingdom's economic power, contrasting with the food provisions.
Nehemiah 5:17-18This describes the daily provisions needed for Nehemiah and his workers, providing a human scale against which to measure the extraordinary abundance of Solomon's provision.
Psalm 72:16This psalm, often attributed to Solomon, prophesies abundant harvests and overflowing resources in his kingdom, directly reflecting the kind of prosperity detailed in 1 Kings 4.
Even in detailing Solomon's daily feast, Scripture subtly hints at the scale of God's abundant provision for His people and His kingdom. These aren't just numbers; they're a tangible depiction of the immense resources King Solomon, a symbol of God's blessing, could command, reminding us that God's generosity far surpasses our everyday needs.
Solomon's reign is described as a golden age of peace and prosperity following his father David's reign. This verse is part of a larger passage detailing the immense resources and vast organization required to feed Solomon's enormous household and administration each day, highlighting the sheer scale of his kingdom's wealth and the logistical marvels of his governance. It sets the stage for the description of his wisdom and his building projects, all made possible by this abundant provision.
Solomon's reign is described as a golden age of peace and prosperity following his father David's reign. This verse is part of a larger passage detailing the immense resources and vast organization required to feed Solomon's enormous household and administration each day, highlighting the sheer scale of his kingdom's wealth and the logistical marvels of his governance. It sets the stage for the description of his wisdom and his building projects, all made possible by this abundant provision.
"Solomon’s provision for one day was thirty cors of fine flour and sixty cors of meal," — Even in detailing Solomon's daily feast, Scripture subtly hints at the scale of God's abundant provision for His people and His kingdom. These aren't just numbers; they're a tangible depiction of t…
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Last reviewed October 2026