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A New Military Strategy
Commentators agree that Solomon's buildup of 1,400 chariots and 12,000 horsemen was a significant strategic move. This force, housed in fortified 'chariot cities' and Jerusalem, was not only for defense but also to maintain control over his vast empire, putting Israel on equal military footing with neighboring powers for the first time.
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Kings 10:26
18th Century
Theologian
See the note on 1 Kings 4:26. Until the time of Solomon, war chariots had not been used by the Jews, except to a very small extent ([Re…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Kings 10:26
19th Century
Bishop
Gathered together chariots. —See above, 1 Kings 4:26. This gathering of chariots—the sign of military conquest and extended em…
John Gill
On 1 Kings 10:26
17th Century
Pastor
And Solomon gathered together chariots and horsemen Both for war; for though it was a time of peace, he provided against …
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Kings 10:14–29
17th Century
Minister
Solomon increased his wealth. Silver was considered of no value. Such is the nature of worldly wealth: plenty of it makes it less valuable. Even mo…