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From Tibhath and from Cun, cities of Hadarezer, David took very much brass, with which Solomon made the brazen sea, and the pillars, and the vessels of brass.

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Spoils of War for God's House

Commentators point out a key detail in this verse: the brass David took from his enemies was later used by Solomon to build significant items for the Temple. The author of Chronicles intentionally connects David's military victories to the future construction of God's house, showing that the resources gained through God-given success were consecrated for worship.

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1 Chronicles

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 1 Chronicles 18:8

19th Century

Bishop

Tibhath, and ... Chun. — These are two unknown places. The names in Samuel are Betah and Berothai. Tebah occurs as an Aramean name…

John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Chronicles 18:8

17th Century

Pastor

(See Gill on 1 Chronicles 18:1).

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Chronicles 18:1–17

17th Century

Minister

This chapter is the same as 2 Samuel 8. Our good fight of faith, under the Captain of our salvation, will end in everlasting triumph and peace. The…