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A Legacy of Generosity
Commentators note that this offering of precious stones directly parallels the giving for the original tabernacle in Exodus 35:27. This shows a beautiful continuity of spirit among God's people across generations, who willingly gave their most valuable possessions for the construction of His dwelling place.
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Chronicles 29:8
18th Century
Theologian
Compare to Exodus 35:27. The same spirit prevailed now as when the tabernacle was set up. Each person offered what they had that was most precious.…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Chronicles 29:8
19th Century
Bishop
And they with whom precious stones were found gave them. —Literally, And with whom there was found stones, they gave to the tr…
John Gill
On 1 Chronicles 29:8
17th Century
Pastor
And they with whom precious stones were found
Such as are mentioned (1 Chronicles 29:2)
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Chronicles 29:1–9
17th Century
Minister
What is done in works of piety and charity should be done willingly, not by constraint, for God loves a cheerful giver.
David set a…