1 Kings 9:22
But of the children of Israel did Solomon make no bondmen: but they were men of war, and his servants, and his princes, and his captains, and rulers of his chariots, and his horsemen.
Cross-reference
1 Kings 12:4 reveals that despite no formal bondage, the people felt the yoke grievous — contrasting with the claim of no bondmen.
1 Kings 4:1-27 describes Solomon's vast administration and resources—context for the scale of labor needed.
1 Kings 11:26 introduces Jeroboam, a servant of Solomon — showing an Israelite in service, consistent with the leadership roles described.
Leviticus 25:39 forbids making a fellow Israelite a slave—contrasts with Solomon enslaving Canaanites, highlighting the distinction.
1 Samuel 8:11 warns kings will enslave Israelites—contrasts with Solomon's policy of not enslaving Israelites, only foreigners.
2 Chronicles 8:9 is the parallel account of Solomon's policy — nearly identical wording confirming the distinction.
Deuteronomy 20:11 provides the legal basis for making conquered peoples tributaries — explaining why Solomon could use foreigners as bondmen.
2 Chronicles 10:4 is the parallel account of the people's complaint — contrast with Solomon's claim of no bondage.
1 Samuel 8:12 describes the conscription Samuel warned about — Solomon's use of Israelites as warriors and officers aligns with that prediction.
2 Chronicles 8:10 lists the chief officers over the forced labor — complementing the description of Israelite leaders in 1 Kings 9:22.
Jeremiah 34:14 recalls the law to release Hebrew slaves after six years — contrasting with Solomon's policy of not enslaving Israelites, later violated.