Charles Ellicott Commentary 1 Kings 5:7

"And it came to pass, when Hiram heard the words of Solomon, that he rejoiced greatly, and said, Blessed be Jehovah this day, who hath given unto David a wise son over this great people." — 1 Kings 5:7 (ASV)

Blessed be the Lord. —Hiram’s answer is one of deference, still more clearly marked in 2 Chronicles 2:12–16. His acknowledgment of Jehovah the God of Israel is a token rather of such deference to Israel, than of any acceptance of Him as the one true God.