1 Kings 7:14
He was a widow’s son of the tribe of Naphtali, and his father was a man of Tyre, a worker in brass: and he was filled with wisdom, and understanding, and cunning to work all works in brass. And he came to king Solomon, and wrought all his work.
Cross-reference
Exodus 31:2-6 shows Bezalel filled with the same divine wisdom, understanding, and skill for the tabernacle — a pattern for sacred craftsmanship.
Exodus 35:30-35 repeats the description of Bezalel and Oholiab, emphasizing God-given skill for holy work, mirroring Hiram's endowment.
Exodus 36:1 mentions those in whom the Lord put wisdom and understanding for the sanctuary work — same phrasing as Hiram's filling.
Exodus 36:2 refers to every skilled person whom the Lord had put skill — echoing the divine gift seen in Hiram.
2 Chronicles 2:14 gives a parallel description of Huram-abi's lineage and skills, nearly identical to this verse.
2 Chronicles 4:16 confirms the same bronze items and craftsman Huram-abi from the parallel temple account.
Exodus 31:3 directly says God filled Bezalel with the Spirit, wisdom, understanding, and skill — the exact trilogy used for Hiram.
Exodus 31:4 lists work in gold, silver, and bronze — Hiram specifically worked in bronze, following this pattern of materials.
2 Chronicles 2:7 records Solomon's request for a skilled craftsman, directly parallel to the commissioning of Hiram here.
1 Chronicles 22:15 describes the many skilled workers David gathered for the temple, providing the broader context for Hiram's craftsmanship.