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Two Houses, Two Purposes
Commentators clarify that this verse introduces two distinct, major building projects. The "house for the name of Jehovah" is the Temple, dedicated to God's worship and glory. The "house for his kingdom" refers to Solomon's royal palace, a center for his administration and royalty.
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2 Chronicles
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Charles Ellicott
On 2 Chronicles 2:1
19th Century
Bishop
Determined. —Literally, said, which may mean either commanded, as in 2 Chronicles 1:2; [Reference 1 …
John Gill
On 2 Chronicles 2:1
17th Century
Pastor
And Solomon determined to build an house for the name of the
Lord
For the worship and…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Chronicles 2:1–18
17th Century
Minister
Solomon informs Huram of the particular services to be performed in the temple. The mysteries of the true religion, unlike those of the Gentile sup…