Geber
Solomon's official in Gilead
Geber, son of Uri, was one of King Solomon's twelve district governors responsible for supplying the king's household with food. He ruled over the land of Gilead, east of the Jordan, a large and important area that had previously belonged to Sihon, king of the Amorites, and Og, king of Bashan.
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Appointed as district governor
Geber, son of Uri, was appointed by King Solomon as one of twelve officials responsible for providing food for the king's household. Each official was in charge of supplies for one month each year.
Rule over Gilead
Geber was given responsibility for all the land of Gilead, a large area east of the Jordan that included the territory of Sihon, king of the Amorites, and Og, king of Bashan.
Part of Solomon's administrative system
Geber was part of Solomon's well-organized administrative system that ensured the rich and growing kingdom was effectively governed and that the king's large household was provided for.
Solomon's wealth and power
The officials, including Geber, contributed to Solomon's immense wealth and riches by ensuring regular supplies of food and resources from throughout the kingdom.