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1 Kings 6:11

1 Kings 6:11
And the word of the LORD came to Solomon, saying,

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

And the word of the Lord came to Solomon,.... The word of prophecy, as the Targum, foretelling what would be the case of this building, according to the obedience or disobedience of him and the people…

Methodist theologian, 1762–1832

Adam Clarke

The word of the Lord came to Solomon - Some think that this is the same revelation as that mentioned Kg1 9:2, etc., which took place after the dedication of the temple: but to me it appears different;…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

1 Kings 6:11-14

Here is, I. The word God sent to Solomon, when he was engaged in building the temple. God let him know that he took notice of what he was doing, the house he was now building, Kg1 6:12. None employ…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

God's promise to Solomon and to the people of Israel (Not in Chronicles)

11. And the word of the Lord came The LXX. (Vat.) omits these three verses, as if intending to bring the whole narrative of the…