# was strengthened in his rule

"gained complete control over his kingdom" or "ruled powerfully over his kingdom". This chapter begins a section about King Solomon's reign (2 Chronicles 1-9). He asks God for wisdom to rule God's people. God is pleased with this request because it is used to serve others. Therefore, God also gives Solomon tremendous wealth and a long life. 

# Yahweh

This is the name of God that he revealed to his people in the Old Testament.

# God was with him

"God supported him" or "God helped him"