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John Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 8:18

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John Gill (1697–1771) · 18th-century historical commentary
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And the Lord said unto David my father, etc.] By Nathan the prophet: whereas it was in thine heart to build an house unto my name, thou didst well that it was in thine heart; his design was good, and so far it was acceptable to the Lord, that he thought of such a thing, though it was not his pleasure that should do it, as follows.
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