9:27a And Hiram sent his servants, men who knew the sea,

⌊King⌋ Hiram sent his men, who were very experienced sailors,
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There were some excellent/knowledgeable sailors working for Hiram⌊King of Tyre⌋, and he sent them

9:27b to serve in the fleet with Solomon’s servants.

to serve/sail in ships together with Solomon’s men.
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on a sea voyage with⌊King⌋ Solomon’s sailors.

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