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Barnes' Notes on 1 Kings 10:26

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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See 1 Kings 4:26 note. Until the time of Solomon, war-chariots had not been in use among the Jews, except to a very small extent 1 Chronicles 18:4. Hence, it was necessary for him to put himself on an equality in this respect with neighboring powers. Cities for chariots - They were probably fortresses upon the borders of his territory, in which he maintained the standing army necessary for the support of his dominion. return to 'Top of Page'
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