and I have filled him with my power. I have given him understanding, skill, and ability for every kind of artistic work---

for cutting jewels to be set; for carving wood; and for every other kind of artistic work.

His father, who was no longer living, was from Tyre, and had also been a skilled bronze craftsman; his mother was from the tribe of Naphtali. Huram was an intelligent and experienced craftsman. He accepted King Solomon's invitation to be in charge of all the bronze work.

They know how to do their work, because God has taught them.

All this wisdom comes from the LORD Almighty. The plans God makes are wise, and they always succeed.

The LORD says to Jerusalem, "Foreigners will rebuild your walls, And their kings will serve you. In my anger I punished you, But now I will show you my favor and mercy.

You have many workers. There are stonecutters to work in the quarries, and there are masons and carpenters, as well as a large number of skilled workers of every sort who can work

with gold, silver, bronze, and iron. Now begin the work, and may the LORD be with you."