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Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 3:6

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Precious stones for beauty - Not marbles but gems (compare 1 Chronicles 29:2). The phrase translated “for beauty” means “for its beautification,” “to beautify it.” Parvaim is probably the name of a place, but what is quite uncertain. return to 'Top of Page'
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