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1 Kings 8:66

1 Kings 8:66
On the eighth day he sent the people away: and they blessed the king, and went unto their tents joyful and glad of heart for all the goodness that the LORD had done for David his servant, and for Israel his people.

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Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Their tents - i. e. “their homes.” The word “tents” was used for “houses” from an old habit of speech, which had come…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

They blessed the king - Wished him all spiritual and temporal happiness. They were contented with their king, at peace…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Kings 8:62-66

We read before that Judah and Israel were eating and drinking, and very cheerful under their own vines and fig-trees;…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921

On the eighth day i.e. Of the feast of Tabernacles, which had been preceded on this occasion by the feast of Dedication.…