The throne had six steps, and the top of the throne was round at the back; there were armrests on either side of the place of the seat, and two lions stood beside the armrests.

Commentaries

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

Representations of thrones are frequent in Egyptian and Assyrian sculptures. They have no steps leading up to them but frequently stand on square b…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

The throne had six steps
Up to the footstool of the throne, which was of gold, (2 Chronicles 9:18) and w…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

Solomon increased his wealth. Silver was considered of no value. Such is the nature of worldly wealth: plenty of it makes it less valuable. Even mo…