And may the Lord be with Solomon as he has been with you, my lord the king, and may he make Solomon’s reign even greater than yours!”

Commentaries

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

As the Lord has been with my lord— This phrase expresses a very high degree of divine favor. It occurs first in the promises of God to Isaac…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

As the Lord has been with my lord the king, even so be he with Solomon To guide and direct him, protect and defend him, s…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

The people expressed great joy and satisfaction in the elevation of Solomon. Every true Israelite rejoices in the exaltation of the Son of David. C…