2 Chronicles 9:18

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - 2 Chronicles 9:13-30

We have here Solomon in his throne, and Solomon in his grave; for the throne would not secure him from the grave. Mors sceptra ligonibus aequat?Death wrenches from the hand the sceptre as well as the spade. I. Here is Solomon reigning in wealth and power, in ease and fulness, such as, for aught I know, could never since be paralleled by any king whatsoever. In cannot pretend to be critical in comparing the grandeur of Solomon with that of some of the great princes of the earth. But I may... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - 2 Chronicles 9:1-31

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Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Chronicles 9:1-31

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Chronicles 9:1-31

A study in the matter of fame. The first twelve verses of this chapter—a chapter which otherwise offers little homiletic matter—put before us a very favourable instance of the legitimate operation of a great force in this world, the force called fame. It may sometimes be more pleasantly viewed under the description and title of an attraction , but it is a force under any circumstances, and often a very great one. The instance before us is a "favourable" one, because it is exhibited and... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Chronicles 9:13-27

Gold and silver. The chronicler who records these events of Solomon's reign dwells upon the abundance of gold and silver as one who takes a delight in his story. And there was something in which to triumph, if not to rejoice; for it spoke of a certain excellency and strength which has its own value. But what was (or is) the value of it? We may consider the extent to which the plentifulness of silver and gold is— I. A SOURCE OF PRESENT GRATIFICATION . Undoubtedly Solomon, his... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Chronicles 9:13-31

The glory of Solomon. I. THE VASTNESS OF HIS WEALTH . ( 2 Chronicles 9:13 , 2 Chronicles 9:14 , 2 Chronicles 9:21 , 2 Chronicles 9:24 .) 1 . Its sources. 2 . Its amount. 666 talents of gold per annum, not reckoning the silver as abundant as stones ( 2 Chronicles 9:27 ). Estimating a talent at £5475 sterling, the gold would reach the immense total of £3,646,350 sterling per annum. 3 . Its use. It was employed: 4 . Its credibility. The above account... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - 2 Chronicles 9:17-19

It is not necessary to suppose that the throne was made of solid ivory ( Psalms 45:9 ; Amos 3:15 ; Amos 6:4 ), or that the overlaying gold concealed the ivory, whether more or less of it. The parallel adds that "the top of the throne was round behind" ( 1 Kings 10:19 ). Comparing also the two accounts, it would appear that there were twelve lions on each side of the throne, i.e. two to each step. When it is said that there were two lions standing by the stays (or, arms ) on... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - 2 Chronicles 9:18

The footstool (not mentioned in Kings) was an essential appendage to an Oriental throne; it appears everywhere in the Egyptian, Assyrian, and Persian sculptures. read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - 2 Chronicles 9:18

2 Chronicles 9:18. With a footstool of gold This is not mentioned in the parallel passage in 1 Kings 10:18, where see the note. read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - 2 Chronicles 9:1-31

Solomon’s greatness (8:1-9:31)Other building programs of Solomon are outlined. The Chronicler adds a note that the reason Solomon built a separate palace for his Egyptian wife was to preserve the holiness of the throne. This point is important to the Chronicler, who wants to show that the Davidic kings, on the whole, tried to remain faithful to God. He notes in addition that Solomon organized the temple services according to the plan that David had laid down (8:1-18; see notes on 1 Kings... read more

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