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The horses which Solomon had were brought out of Egypt; and the king`s merchants received them in droves, each drove at a price.
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Horses, Not Linen Yarn
While older translations mention "linen yarn," scholars widely agree this is a mistranslation. The original Hebrew more likely refers to a "troop" or "company." The verse is describing how the king's merchants acquired horses from Egypt in organized groups (or droves) for a set price, highlighting the scale and professionalism of Solomon's international trade.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The word translated “linen yarn” is now thought by Hebraists to mean “a troop” or “company.” If this reading is retained, the passage would be tran…
19th Century
Anglican
Linen yarn.—The introduction of this seems to be an error. If the reading of the Hebrew text is to stand, the sense appears to be,…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And Solomon had horses brought out of Egypt To mount his horsemen with, and draw his chariots; which seems contrary …
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