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Solomon's Global Reach
Commentators observe that the Chronicler adds the phrase "and out of all lands" to the parallel account in 1 Kings. This detail emphasizes the immense, global scale of Solomon's trade network, which extended beyond Egypt to other regions famous for horses, such as Arabia and Armenia, showcasing his unparalleled wealth and influence.
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2 Chronicles
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Chronicles 9:28
18th Century
Theologian
And out of all lands - This is an addition to the words in Kings. The principal countries would no doubt be Arabia and Armenia—the former al…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Chronicles 9:28
19th Century
Bishop
And they brought. — Used to bring. The verse summarizes 1 Kings 10:28–29 (compare [Reference 2 Chron…
John Gill
On 2 Chronicles 9:28
17th Century
Pastor
(See Gill on 1 Kings 10:28).
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Matthew Henry
On 2 Chronicles 9:13–31
17th Century
Minister
The imports mentioned here showed that prosperity drew the minds of Solomon and his subjects to the love of things curious and uncommon, though use…