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8:1–18 For the most part, this chapter runs parallel to 1 Kgs 9:10–28, offering an account of Solomon’s achievements after building the temple. The passage addresses Solomon’s other building work (2 Chron 8:1–6), his organization of laborers (vv. 7–10), and his placement of Pharaoh’s daughter (v. 11). The Chronicler expands on the Kings account as he emphasizes Solomon’s organization of temple worship (vv. 12–15). After a summary statement (v. 16), the Chronicler describes Solomon’s international trade relationships (vv. 17–18).

8:2 Huram The king of Tyre (see note on 2:3).

8:3–6 This description of Solomon’s military conquests and subsequent building projects is not found in the 1 Kings account.

There are several parallels between this treatment of Solomon’s military conquests and the treatment in 1 Chronicles of David’s conquests (1 Chr 18:1–13). The account of David’s victories is given directly after God’s covenant with him (1 Chr 17:1–15); the account of Solomon’s victories comes after God renews the covenant (2 Chr 7:11–22). In the case of David, the account of God’s covenant with him was preceded by a religious celebration as David brought the ark to Jerusalem (1 Chr 15:1–16:43). In the material on Solomon, the covenant renewal is preceded by religious celebration as the temple is dedicated (2 Chr 5:1–7:10).

8:4 Tadmor in the desert Tadmor, along with Hamath-zobah, represents the northern extent of Solomon’s kingdom.

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8:5 Upper Beth-Horon Upper and Lower Beth-horon were located near Jerusalem, most likely on trade routes.

8:6 Baalath A town in the tribe of Dan (Josh 19:44).

the storage cities See 1 Kgs 9:19 and note.

8:7 All the people who remained See 1 Kgs 9:20 and note.

8:8 whom the Israelites had not destroyed Before the Israelites had entered the promised land, God had instructed them to completely destroy these nations (Deut 7:1–6).

8:9 Solomon did not give as servants See 2 Chr 2:2 and note.

8:11 the daughter of Pharaoh Previously unmentioned in the Chronicler’s account. Soon after becoming king, Solomon had married Pharaoh’s daughter to make an alliance with Egypt. This event is not narrated in 2 Chronicles; see 1 Kgs 3:1 and note.

those places to which the ark of Yahweh has come are holy The Unlike 1 Kgs 9:24, the Chronicler’s report explains why Solomon built a house for Pharaoh’s daughter. Most likely, she was a foreigner who retained her pagan religion (see 1 Kgs 11:4–8).

8:13 the commandments of Moses In this addition to the 1 Kings account, the Chronicler emphasizes Solomon’s faithfulness in worship. Here, he shows Solomon’s adherence to the commands of Moses.

for Sabbaths See Num 28:9–10 and note.

Sabbaths, new moon festivals Refers to the required monthly sacrifices (Num 28:11–15).

the three annual feasts For details about these feasts, see Lev 23:9–22, 33–44.

8:14 the ordinance of David Solomon follows David’s plan for organizing the temple personnel (see 1 Chr 23:1–26:32).

8:16 And Solomon accomplished This completes the building of the temple that began in 2 Chr 2:1. Including David’s preparations, most of 1 Chr 22:2–2 Chr 8:16 is devoted to the temple—a reflection of the Chronicler’s emphasis on proper worship.

8:18 by the hand of his servants See 1 Kgs 9:27 and note.

to Ophir A region possibly located in Arabia and known for fine gold (Job 28:16; Isa 13:12).

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