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Dedication Over Accumulation
Commentators explain that David dedicated all spoils of war and gifts from allies to the Lord. This was not just to prepare for the temple, but also an act of obedience. As John Gill notes, David was observing the law in Deuteronomy 17:17, which forbids kings from greatly multiplying their personal wealth, prioritizing God's house over his own treasury.
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2 Samuel
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Charles Ellicott
On 2 Samuel 8:11
19th Century
Bishop
Which also. —The dedication of the gifts of Toi is especially mentioned, because these were not, like those of [Reference 2 Samuel…
John Gill
On 2 Samuel 8:11
17th Century
Pastor
Which also King David did dedicate to the Lord He devoted it to sacred uses, particularly to the building of the house of…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Samuel 8:9–14
17th Century
Minister
All the precious things David possessed were dedicated things; they were designed for building the temple. The idols of gold David destroyed ([Refe…