1 Kings 4:31
“For he was wiser than all men; than Ethan the Ezrahite, and Heman, and Chalcol, and Darda, the sons of Mahol: and his fame was in all nations round about.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And there came of all people to hear the wisdom of Solomon,
from all kings of the earth,.... Who sent their…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
It is most probable that the persons with whom Solomon is compared were contemporaries, men noted for “wisdom,” though…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
He was wiser than all men - He was wiser than any of those who were most celebrated in his time, among whom were the…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Kings 4:29-34
Solomon's wisdom was more his glory than his wealth, and here we have a general account of it.
I. The fountain of his…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
Ethan the Ezrahite, and Heman Ethan and Heman are among the names of the singers (1Ch 15:19) appointed by David when the…
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