The narrative here corresponds with 1 Kings 3:4 but is much fuller. We learn the following from this passage:

1. Solomon’s sa…

Solomon and the national assembly go to the Mosaic tabernacle at Gibeon, and sacrifice upon the great altar of burnt offering. (Compare to [Referen…

But the ark of God had David brought up from Kirjathjearim ,
&c.] See (2 Samuel 6:2 [Reference 2 Samuel …

Solomon began his reign with a pious, public visit to God's altar.

Those who pursue present things most eagerly, are likely to be disappoint…