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The king made silver and gold to be in Jerusalem as stones, and cedars made he to be as the sycamore-trees that are in the lowland, for abundance.

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Wealth as God's Provision

Matthew Henry's commentary connects Solomon's immense wealth to his earlier decision to seek wisdom from God. This verse is presented as a fulfillment of God's promise, illustrating a principle: those who prioritize God and His kingdom will find that He provides for their needs, while those who chase worldly things often find disappointment and spiritual danger.

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2 Chronicles

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 2 Chronicles 1:14–17

18th Century

Theologian

This passage is almost identical to 1 Kings 10:26–29.

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Chronicles 1:15

19th Century

Bishop

Silver and gold ... stones ... cedar trees. —Each of these words has the definite article in the Hebrew.

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Chronicles 1:15

17th Century

Pastor

(See Gill on 2 Chronicles 1:13)

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Chronicles 1:1–17

17th Century

Minister

Solomon began his reign with a pious, public visit to God's altar.

Those who pursue present things most eagerly, are likely to be disappoint…