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The Immense Royal Court
Commentators calculate that the daily provision of flour and meal was enormous, with estimates suggesting it could feed anywhere from 14,000 to over 50,000 people. This staggering amount highlights the immense size, wealth, and splendor of Solomon's royal household, which included his court, staff, and bodyguard.
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Kings 4:22
18th Century
Theologian
Thirty measures—The marginal note gives the original measure as “cors.” The cor, which was the same measure as the homer, is calculated to b…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Kings 4:22
19th Century
Bishop
Measures. —The “measure” (cor) is variously estimated (from 86 to 42 gallons). In any case the quantity is very large and…
John Gill
On 1 Kings 4:22
17th Century
Pastor
And Solomon's provision for one day was thirty measures of
fine flour
The measure her…
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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…