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The Furnace of Iron
Commentators explain that the phrase "furnace of iron" is a powerful metaphor for Egypt. It vividly depicts the severe affliction, cruel bondage, and intense suffering the Israelites endured as slaves, highlighting the magnitude of God's deliverance from that trial.
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Kings 8:51
18th Century
Theologian
The furnace of iron—Egypt is called this because it was a place of severe trial and affliction.
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 8:51
17th Century
Pastor
For they be your people, and your inheritance
Whom the Lord had chosen above all people, to be a special people to h…
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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…