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God's Heart for All Nations
Solomon's prayer for foreigners was a significant and 'striking' part of the Temple's dedication, not an afterthought. Commentators explain this reflects the Mosaic Law's surprising liberality toward strangers. This inclusion was a powerful statement against national exclusiveness, showing that God's concern has always extended beyond the borders of Israel.
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Kings 8:41
18th Century
Theologian
Nothing is more remarkable in the Mosaic Law than its liberality with regard to strangers, both in general (Exodus 22:21; [Reference Le…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Kings 8:23–53
19th Century
Bishop
The prayer of Solomon, uttered (see 1 Kings 8:54) on his knees with hands uplifted to heaven, long and detailed as it is, is yet extrem…
John Gill
On 1 Kings 8:41
17th Century
Pastor
Moreover, concerning a stranger that is not of thy people
Israel
One of another count…
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Kings 8:22–53
17th Century
Minister
In this excellent prayer, Solomon does as we should do in every prayer; he gives glory to God. Fresh experiences of the truth of God's promises cal…