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So Solomon came from the high place that was at Gibeon, from before the tent of meeting, to Jerusalem; and he reigned over Israel.
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A Minor Textual Clarification
Scholars note a minor textual issue in this verse. While some manuscripts literally say Solomon came 'to the high place...to Jerusalem,' it's widely agreed the intended meaning is that he came 'from the high place...to Jerusalem.' This small correction, supported by ancient translations, clarifies that Solomon was returning to his capital after worshiping God at Gibeon.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
From his journey - These words are not in the original text, which is thought to be corrupt. It is best to correct the text and then simply …
19th Century
Anglican
Then Solomon came from his journey to the high place that was at Gibeon to Jerusalem. The Hebrew text reads, And Solomon came …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Then Solomon came from his journey to the high place that wasat GibeonOr rather witho…
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