2 CHRONICLES 8:1 Solomon’s Other Accomplishments. Solomon’s further conquests and building projects are described, as well as his attention to matters of worship. The success of Solomon’s various building projects are seen as blessings because of his obedience in building the temple. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var imag... [ Continue Reading ]
2 CHRONICLES—NOTE ON 2 CHRONICLES 8:2 According to 1 Kings 9:11, Solomon had actually given these CITIES to HIRAM, perhaps as collateral for a loan. In that case, the Chronicler is describing their return to Israelite control. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, l... [ Continue Reading ]
2 CHRONICLES—NOTE ON 2 CHRONICLES 8:3 HAMATH-ZOBAH was about 120 miles (193 km) north of Damascus (see 1 Chronicles 18:3). TADMOR was about 125 miles (201 km) to the northeast. These commercial cities represented the farthest extent of Solomon’s power. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagNa... [ Continue Reading ]
2 CHRONICLES—NOTE ON 2 CHRONICLES 8:5 UPPER BETH-HORON AND LOWER BETH-HORON were on a ridge above the Valley of Aijalon northwest of Jerusalem. They were crucial to the security of the city and provided access to the international coastal highway. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("i... [ Continue Reading ]
2 CHRONICLES—NOTE ON 2 CHRONICLES 8:7 Following ancient practices for controlling enemies, Solomon DRAFTED the descendants of the Canaanites into FORCED LABOR for his construction projects. According to 1 Kings 5:13, he imposed less rigorous demands on the Israelites. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.ge... [ Continue Reading ]
2 CHRONICLES—NOTE ON 2 CHRONICLES 8:11 Solomon’s Egyptian wife, PHARAOH’S DAUGHTER, was kept in a separate house and away from the ark, probably on account of her paganism (see 1 Kings 11:7). ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, len=images.length, img; i [ Continue Reading ]
2 CHRONICLES 8:17 Solomon’s International Relations and Renown. Solomon’s reputation and influence extend beyond the borders of Israel. ⇐ ⇔ ⇒ var images = document.getElementsByTagName("img"); for (var i=0, len=images.length, img; i [ Continue Reading ]