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Leadership in Worship
Commentators explain that when the text says Solomon spoke to "all Israel," it refers specifically to the nation's representatives. He gathered the military commanders, judges, and heads of the fathers' houses to lead the nation in a corporate act of worship, highlighting the importance of leadership in guiding a people toward God.
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2 Chronicles
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Chronicles 1:2–6
18th Century
Theologian
The narrative here corresponds with 1 Kings 3:4 but is much fuller. We learn the following from this passage:
- Solomon’s sa…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Chronicles 1:2
19th Century
Bishop
Then Solomon spake unto all Israel. —Or, commanded all Israel (1 Chronicles 21:17; 2 Samuel 16:11…
John Gill
On 2 Chronicles 1:2
17th Century
Pastor
Then Solomon spoke unto all Israel
To their representatives about going to Gibeon to sacrifice, as the next words sh…
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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…