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besides [that which] the traders [brought], and the traffic of the merchants, and of all the kings of the mingled people, and of the governors of the country.
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Solomon's Diverse Income
This verse details the various streams of revenue that contributed to Solomon's immense wealth, beyond his direct trade. Commentators explain this included customs duties from merchants, tribute from subject kings (described as "mingled peoples," likely mixed tribes on the empire's borders), and taxes collected by governors in tributary lands. This paints a picture of a vast and complex economic empire.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The original text does not mention 'spice merchants.' Two classes of traders are spoken of, but both terms are general.
Kings of Arabia
19th Century
Anglican
The governors of the country. The word “governor” (pechah) is supposed to be of foreign origin, possibly cognate with the…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Besides that he had of the merchantmen, and of the traffic of the spice merchants Wha…
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