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Verses 1-42
Solomon’s Prayer
The first 39 vv. of this chapter repeat 1 Kings 8:12-50, the conclusion of the prayer, as given in 1 Kings 8:51-61, being omitted and three additional vv. being substituted.
5. Neither chose I any man] Saul, though chosen, was subsequently rejected: 1 Samuel 15:26.
13. For Solomon had made, etc.] This is not mentioned in 1 Kings 8.
41. Now therefore arise, etc.] The same words occur in Psalms 132:8, Psalms 132:9. Be clothed with.. goodness] i.e. enjoy victory and prosperity.
42. Turn not away, etc.] i.e. do not reject his prayer and make him turn away in disappointment. For anointed cp. 1 Samuel 12:3; 1 Samuel 24:6.
The mercies of David] i.e. the mercies promised and shown to David: cp. Psalms 89:49.
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Bibliographical Information
Dummelow, John. "Commentary on 2 Chronicles 6". "Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible". https://studylight.org/commentaries/eng/dcb/2-chronicles-6.html. 1909.
Dummelow, John. "Commentary on 2 Chronicles 6". "Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible". https://studylight.org/
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Friday, January 27th, 2023
the Third Week after Epiphany
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