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A Name Full of Promise
Multiple commentators emphasize that Solomon's name was a divine prophecy. His Hebrew name, 'Shĕlômô,' means 'peaceful.' God declared that Solomon's name would reflect his reign, promising to give 'peace and quietness unto Israel in his days.' This peace, secured by David's prior victories, created the perfect conditions for Solomon to fulfill his God-given task of building the Temple.
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1 Chronicles
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Chronicles 22:9
18th Century
Theologian
For the names of Solomon, compare 2 Samuel 12:24. The former name prevailed, probably because of this prophecy, which attached the prom…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Chronicles 22:6–16
19th Century
Bishop
David gives formal charge to Solomon to build the Temple.
Charles Spurgeon
On 1 Chronicles 22:6–9
19th Century
Preacher
Then he called for Solomon his son, and charged him to build a house for the LORD GOD of Israel. And David said to Solomon, My son, as for me, …
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John Gill
On 1 Chronicles 22:9
17th Century
Pastor
Behold, a son shall be born to you
For this was said to David before the birth of Solomon, see ([Reference 2 Samuel …
Matthew Henry
On 1 Chronicles 22:6–16
17th Century
Minister
David gives Solomon the reason why he should build the temple. It was because God had named him. Nothing is more powerful to engage us in any servi…