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A Legacy of Dedication
Commentators highlight that the treasures Solomon placed in the temple were not his alone. They were dedicated by his father David, gathered over many years from spoils of war and gifts from other nations. This act fulfilled a multi-generational legacy of devotion, reminding believers that our service to God often builds upon the faithfulness of those who came before us.
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Kings 7:51
18th Century
Theologian
The things which David had dedicated - This included not only the items described in 1 Chronicles 28:14–18, but also the spoil f…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Kings 7:51
19th Century
Bishop
The things which David his father had dedicated. —For the account of the dedication of various treasures, by David and by the prin…
John Gill
On 1 Kings 7:51
17th Century
Pastor
So was ended all the work that King Solomon made for the house
of the Lord
Which he o…
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Kings 7:48–51
17th Century
Minister
Christ is now the Temple and the Builder; the Altar and the Sacrifice; the Light of our souls, and the Bread of life; able to supply all the needs …