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The Promised "Rest" Fulfilled
Commentators explain that Solomon's blessing celebrates the fulfillment of God's long-standing promise to give Israel "rest" (Deuteronomy 12:10). This rest, partially realized under Joshua and David, reached its peak under Solomon. The permanent Temple, replacing the mobile Tabernacle, symbolized this new era of stability and peace from enemies.
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Charles Ellicott
On 1 Kings 8:56
19th Century
Bishop
That has given rest. Now, for the first time, the frequent promise of rest (Exodus 33:14;[Reference Deuterono…
John Gill
On 1 Kings 8:56
17th Century
Pastor
Blessed be the Lord, that has given rest unto his people
Israel, according, to all that he promised…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Kings 8:54–61
17th Century
Minister
Never was a congregation dismissed with what was more likely to affect them and to abide with them. What Solomon asks for in this prayer is still g…