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A Kingdom of Influence
Commentators explain that Solomon's empire was not a single, centrally-governed state but a collection of smaller kingdoms. These kingdoms kept their own rulers but acknowledged Solomon's supremacy by paying him annual tribute, described as "presents."
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Kings 4:21
18th Century
Theologian
Solomon’s empire, like all the great empires of Asia until the time of the Persians, consisted of a collection of small kingdoms, all ruled by thei…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Kings 4:21
19th Century
Bishop
And Solomon reigned. His dominion is described as extending on the south to the land of the Philistines and the border of Egypt, including…
John Gill
On 1 Kings 4:21
17th Century
Pastor
And Solomon reigned over all kingdoms Not only over Judah and Israel, but all people round about him, they standing in fe…
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Kings 4:20–28
17th Century
Minister
Never did the crown of Israel shine so bright, as when Solomon wore it. He had peace on all sides. In this, his kingdom was a type of the Messiah's…