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David took the crown of their king from off his head, and found it to weigh a talent of gold, and there were precious stones in it; and it was set on David`s head: and he brought forth the spoil of the city, exceeding much.
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A Crown for a God, Not a King
Commentators suggest the crown David took was not from a human king but from an idol of the Ammonite god, Milcom (or Moloch). The Hebrew word for 'their king' (malkâm) is nearly identical to the god's name. This interpretation is supported by ancient translations and the crown's immense weight—a talent of gold, estimated at over 100 pounds—which would be unwearable for a person.
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1 Chronicles
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19th Century
Anglican
The crown of their king. Or, “of Milcom” or “Moloch,” their god. The Hebrew malkâm, “their Melech” (that is, kin…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
He slew also the bullock and the ram, a sacrifice of peace <…
