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On the eighth day he sent the people away; and they blessed the king, and went to their tents joyful and glad of heart for all the goodness that Yahweh had showed to David his servant, and to Israel his people.
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Joy Rooted in God's Goodness
The people's joy was not superficial. Commentators explain it was specifically rooted in recognizing God's faithfulness. They were glad for God's fulfilled promises to David, for the wisdom and leadership of Solomon, and for the peace and prosperity the nation of Israel enjoyed. Their gladness came from seeing God's specific goodness at work in their history and present circumstances.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Their tents - that is, “their homes.” The word “tents” was used for “houses” from an old habit of speech, which had come down from the time …
19th Century
Anglican
Seven days and seven days, even fourteen days. On the eighth day... —The origin of this curious phrase is singularly illu…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
On the eighth day he sent the people away That is, of the feast of tabernacles, the eighth from the first of that, w…
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Solomon offered a great sacrifice. He kept the feast of tabernacles, as it seems, after the feast of dedication. Thus should we go home, rejoicing,…
