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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And Solomon sent to Hiram,.... A letter, either by the hand of his ambassadors when they returned, as Kimchi thinks, or…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Solomon sent to Hiram - Made an interchange of ambassadors and friendly greetings. Josephus tells us that the…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Kings 5:1-9
We have here an account of the amicable correspondence between Solomon and Hiram. Tyre was a famous trading city, that…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
Solomon sent to Hiram Josephus (l. c.) says that the message was by letter, as was also Hiram's answer. That Hiram wrote…