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nd there were six steps to the throne, with a footstool of gold, which were fastened to the throne, and stays on either side by the place of the seat, and two lions standing beside the stays.
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A Glimpse of Christ's Throne
Matthew Henry suggests that the incredible splendor of Solomon's throne—with its gold, steps, and lions—is more than just a display of wealth. He sees it as a physical picture, or 'type,' pointing to the far greater spiritual glory of the Messiah's kingdom and His throne, which is above every earthly throne.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The footstool (not mentioned in Kings) was an essential appendage to an Eastern throne; it appears everywhere in Egyptian, Assyrian, and Persian sc…
19th Century
Anglican
With a footstool of gold, which were fastened to the throne. —Instead of this, 1 Kings has, And the throne had a rounded top behind.
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
(See Gill on 1 Kings 10:19).
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