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Utley - the high place which was at Gibeon" Later in Israel's history these "high places" (1Sa. 9:12-14; 10:5,13; 1Ki 3:3a; 15:14; 22:43; 2 Kgs. 12:3) are condemned because of their connection to fertility worship (cf. Nu. 33:52; Dt. 12:2; 1Ki 11:7). See Special Topic: Fertility Worship in the ANE. and Fertility Cults But here this was a gesture of faith (cf. 1Ki 3:4; 1 Chr. 16:39) of the new king seeking YHWH's help and blessing before the Tabernacle (cf. 1Ch 21:29; also called "the tent of meeting'). The ark of the covenant had been taken to Jerusalem by David and placed in a special tent (2Ch 1:4; 2Sa 6:17; 1 Chr. 16:1). Gibeon was about four miles NW of Jerusalem. SPECIAL TOPIC: MY SERVANT. Tent of meeting - Apparently the Tabernacle was first set up in Canaan at Gilgal, Josh. 4:15-5:12 then Shiloh, Josh. 18:1; 19:51 last at Gibeon, 1 Chr. 16:39-40; 2 Chr. 1:3-6 and finally at Jerusalem Solomon copied all the items of the Tabernacle (and enlarged them), 2 Chronicles 2-5 Frederick Mabie: The mention of a mass pilgrimage to a high place is at first startling in the light of the negative association of high places within biblical literature. However, prior to the construction of the temple, high places were often generic worship sites not necessarily connected with pagan worship, and they reflect a non-centralized worship setting (cf. 1Ki 3:2). Because of the possibility that the Chronicler’s audience would view Solomon’s trip to a high place negatively, much is done to emphasize that the high place at Gibeon was a legitimate place of worship. Of particular importance, we learn here that the Tent of Meeting made by Moses “the LORD’s servant” as well as the bronze altar for burnt offerings crafted by Bezalel (2Ch 1:5; cf. Ex 38:1–2) were at Gibeon (see also 1Ch 21:29). The Tent of Meeting underscores continuity with Moses, while the bronze altar connects the site with the Israelite sacrificial system and the Aaronic priesthood (see 1Ch 16:39–40). These details combine to make it clear that the high place at Gibeon was not only a legitimate sacred place, but also an important site prior to the construction of the temple (note its description as the “great” or “most important” high place in the parallel text at 1Ki 3:4). Andrew Hill: Worship is also a topic of paramount importance for the Chronicler. His narrative of Solomon’s reign underscores the purpose of the Jerusalem temple as both a place of prayer and ritual sacrifice (2Ch 6:29, 40; 7:12). The king’s own worship life illustrates the complementary nature of prayer and sacrifice, as Solomon began his rule by inquiring of the Lord and presenting burnt offerings to him (2Ch 1:5–6). Beyond this, Solomon prays and God immediately and explicitly answers his requests (e.g., 2Ch 1:8–10 [see 2Ch 1:11–12]; 6:14–42 [see 2Ch 7:12–22]). As David’s son and successor, Solomon understands that only “wholehearted” worship is acceptable to God (6:14). For the Chronicler prayer is the heart of worship, which ensures that ritual sacrifice is more than just the empty form of religion (2Ch 6:21). Maintaining a proper relationship with God and restoring wholehearted worship is at times dependent on the forgiveness of God as a response to humble repentance (cf. 2Ch 7:14). Yahweh is a merciful God (Deut. 4:31), and his compassions never fail (Lam. 3:22). No doubt, the Chronicler’s “shorter catechism” for postexilic Judah includes these essential theological truths: Prayer still works, and there is always hope for the sinner! Walton - high place at Gibeon. Located about four miles northwest of Jerusalem, Gibeon (el-Jib) lies in the Benjaminite hill country with several nearby springs and an elaborate tunneled water system making it an important local settlement. The cultic site or high place where Solomon made his huge offering of one thousand sacrifices (1 Kings 3:4) may have actually been on a promontory called Nebi Samwil, about a mile south of Gibeon. The city’s prominence is also found in its inclusion in Shishak’s list of cities during his Palestine campaign. The use of a high place is not condemned by the biblical writer prior to the construction of the Jerusalem temple and the implementation of “Jeroboam’s sin” (see comments on 1 Sam 10:8; 1 Kings 12:28–31). Tent of Meeting. See the comments on Exodus 27:21 and Ex 33:7–10 on the construction and use of this sacred installation during the wilderness period. The fact that it has been separated from the ark is only found in this narrative. G Campbell
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Utley - the dust of the earth" This is one of three metaphors used to describe Abraham's many descendants. (1) dust ‒ Gen. 13:16; 28:14; here; (2) stars ‒ Gen. 15:5; 22:17; 26:4; (3) sand ‒ Gen. 22:17; 32:12; Exod. 32:13. It is this explosive growth of Israel's population that terrified Pharaoh (Exodus), Balak (Numbers) and the native tribes of Canaan (Joshua) QUESTION - What is the Davidic covenant? ANSWER - The Davidic Covenant refers to God’s promises to David through Nathan the prophet and is found in 2 Samuel 7 and later summarized in 1 Chronicles 17:11–14 and 2 Chronicles 6:16. This is an unconditional covenant made between God and David through which God promises David and Israel that the Messiah (Jesus Christ) would come from the lineage of David and the tribe of Judah and would establish a kingdom that would endure forever. The Davidic Covenant is unconditional because God does not place any conditions of obedience upon its fulfillment. The surety of the promises made rests solely on God’s faithfulness and does not depend at all on David or Israel’s obedience. The Davidic Covenant centers on several key promises that are made to David. First, God reaffirms the promise of the land that He made in the first two covenants with Israel (the Abrahamic and Mosaic Covenants). This promise is seen in 2 Samuel 7:10, “I will provide a place for my people Israel and will plant them so that they can have a home of their own and no longer be disturbed. Wicked people will not oppress them anymore.” God then promises that David’s son will succeed him as king of Israel and that this son (Solomon) would build the temple. This promise is seen in 2 Samuel 7:12–13, " I will raise up your offspring to succeed you, your own flesh and blood, and I will establish his kingdom. He is the one who will build a house for my Name.” But then the promise continues and expands: “I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever” (verse 13), and “Your house and your kingdom will endure forever before me; your throne will be established forever” (verse 16). What began as a promise that David’s son Solomon would be blessed and build the temple turns into something different—the promise of an everlasting kingdom. Another Son of David would rule forever and build a lasting House. This is a reference to the Messiah, Jesus Christ, called the Son of David in Matthew 21:9. The promise that David’s “house,” “kingdom,” and “throne” will be established forever is significant because it shows that the Messiah will come from the lineage of David and that He will establish a kingdom from which He will reign. The covenant is summarized by the words “house,” promising a dynasty in the lineage of David; “kingdom,” referring to a people who are governed by a king; “throne,” emphasizing the authority of the king’s rule; and “forever,” emphasizing the eternal and unconditional nature of this promise to David and Israel. Other references to the Davidic Covenant are found in Jeremiah 23:5; 30:9; Isaiah 9:7; 11:1; Luke 1:32, 69; Acts 13:34; and Revelation 3:7.GotQuestions.org 2 Chronicles 1:10 “Give me now wisdom and knowledge, that I may go out and come in before this people, for who can rule this great people of Yours?” Give me (KJV): 1Ki 3:9 Ps 119:34,73 Pr 2:2-6 3:13-18 4:7 Jas 1:5 go out (KJV): Nu 27:17 De 31:2 2Sa 5:2 for who can (KJV): 2Co 2:16 3:5 Give me now wisdom and knowledge, that I may go out and come in before this people, for who can rule this great people of Yours?” - Is this not a great prayer for all of us to frequently prayer. Wisdom is the ability to apply knowledge correctly. Utley - wisdom and knowledge" represent practical wisdom (i.e., "how to") cognitive, collective knowledge (i.e., "facts") They are both crucial for an effective reign (i.e., what to do and how to do it). J.A. Thompson: Solomon's request for “wisdom and knowledge” to lead and govern “this great people of yours” is an acknowledgment of his own weakness in the tasks of government and of the fact that Israel was God's people, not Solomon's. 2 Chronicles 1:11 God said to Solomon, “Because you had this in mind, and did not ask for riches, wealth or honor, or the life of those who hate you, nor have you even asked for long life, but you have asked for yourself wisdom and knowledge that you may rule My people over whom I have made you king, Because (KJV): This does not occur in Kings: and it implies that the request of Solomon, as arising from a spiritual judgment and heart, was peculiarly acceptable to that God who searches, regards, and demands the heart. God promised Solomon all the things which he had not asked, except the life of his enemies; for he was to be a peaceable king, a type of the Prince of peace. this was (KJV): 1Sa 16:7 1Ki 3:11-13 8:18 1Ch 28:2 29:17,18 Pr 23:7 Ac 5:4 Heb 4:12 that thou mayest (KJV): 1Ki 3:28 Pr 14:8 Jas 3:13,17 God said to Solomon, “Because you had this in mind, and did not ask for riches, wealth or honor, or the life of those who hate you, nor have you even asked for long life, but you have asked for yourself wisdom and knowledge that you may rule My people over whom I have made you king, RON DANIEL 2Chr 1:11-12 God's Response - Because Solomon asked for wisdom, God granted it to him. And yet, because he didn't ask for these other things, they would also be given to him. Too many people ask God for stuff with the wrong motives. What are wrong motives? James said, James 4:3 You ask and do not receive, because you ask with wrong motives, so that you may spend it on your pleasures. The wrong motive is the selfish motive. Instead, we should be busy about God's business, and letting Him bless us with whatever He wants to. Paul reminded us that God is... Eph. 3:20 ...able to do far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or think...I believe that we ask too much and serve too little. That we most often make requests for ourselves to be increased rather than for the kingdom of God to be increased. Solomon was hugely blessed because he only asked to be equipped to do God's work. 1Kings 3:13 "I have also given you what you have not asked, both riches and honor, so that there will not be any among the kings like you all your days. F B