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The king made silver to be in Jerusalem as stones, and cedars made he to be as the sycamore-trees that are in the lowland, for abundance.
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Prosperity's Hidden Cost
Commentators highlight that while Jerusalem became fabulously wealthy, this prosperity was likely concentrated in the capital at the expense of the provinces. This economic imbalance is seen as a key factor that sowed discontent and ultimately led to the division of the kingdom after Solomon's death.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Made silver as stones - This strong hyperbole marks in the most striking way the great wealth and prosperity of the capital during Solomon’s…
19th Century
Anglican
Made silver ... as stones. —This influx of wealth is specially noted as enriching Jerusalem, probably without preventing …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And the king he made silver to be in Jerusalem as stones By the vast quantity he received from Tarshish; this is an …
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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…
