2 Chronicles 9:18
“And there were six steps to the throne, with a footstool of gold, which were fastened to the throne, and stays on each side of the sitting place, and two lions standing by the stays:”
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Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
The footstool (not mentioned in Kings) was an essential appendage to an Oriental throne; it appears everywhere in the…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Chronicles 9:13-31
We have here Solomon in his throne, and Solomon in his grave; for the throne would not secure him from the grave. Mors…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
with a footstool of gold, which were fastened to the throne A quite different detail takes the place of this in 1Ki…
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