2 Chronicles 9:21
2 Chronicles 9:21 in Multiple Translations
For the king had the ships of Tarshish that went with Hiram’s servants, and once every three years the ships of Tarshish would arrive bearing gold, silver, ivory, apes, and peacocks.
For the king’s ships went to Tarshish with the servants of Huram: every three years once came the ships of Tarshish bringing gold, and silver, ivory, and apes, and peacocks.
For the king had ships that went to Tarshish with the servants of Huram; once every three years came the ships of Tarshish, bringing gold, and silver, ivory, and apes, and peacocks.
For the king had Tarshish-ships sailing with the servants of Huram: once every three years the Tarshish-ships came back with gold and silver, ivory and monkeys and peacocks.
The king had a fleet of ships from Tarshish crewed by Hiram's sailors. Once every three years the ships of Tarshish would arrive with a cargo of gold, silver, ivory, apes, and peacocks.
For the Kings ships went to Tarshish with the seruants of Huram, euery three yeere once came the ships of Tarshish, and brought golde, and siluer, yuorie, and apes, and peacockes.
for ships of the king are going to Tarshish, with servants of Huram: once in three years come do the ships of Tarshish bearing gold, and silver, ivory, apes, and peacocks.
For the king had ships that went to Tarshish with Huram’s servants. Once every three years, the ships of Tarshish came bringing gold, silver, ivory, apes, and peacocks.
For the king's ships went to Tarshish with the servants of Huram: once every three years came the ships of Tarshish bringing gold, and silver, ivory, and apes, and peacocks.
For the king’s ships went to Tharsis with the servants of Hiram, once in three years: and they brought thence gold and silver, and ivory, and apes, and peacocks.
The king had a fleet of ships that sailed with the ships that King Hiram owned. Every three years the ships returned from the places to which they had sailed, bringing gold, silver, ivory, monkeys, and baboons (OR, peacocks).
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2 Chronicles 9:21 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּֽי
אֳנִיּ֤וֹת
לַ/מֶּ֨לֶךְ֙
הֹלְכ֣וֹת
תַּרְשִׁ֔ישׁ
עִ֖ם
עַבְדֵ֣י
חוּרָ֑ם
אַחַת֩
לְ/שָׁל֨וֹשׁ
שָׁנִ֜ים
תָּב֣וֹאנָה
אֳנִיּ֣וֹת
תַּרְשִׁ֗ישׁ
נֹֽשְׂאוֹת֙
זָהָ֣ב
וָ/כֶ֔סֶף
שֶׁנְהַבִּ֥ים
וְ/קוֹפִ֖ים
וְ/תוּכִּיִּֽים
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
אֳנִיּ֤וֹת
ʼŏnîyâh
H591
fleet
N-fp
לַ/מֶּ֨לֶךְ֙
melek
H4428
King's
Prep | N-ms
הֹלְכ֣וֹת
hâlak
H1980
to go
V-Qal
תַּרְשִׁ֔ישׁ
Tarshîysh
H8659
Tarshish
N-proper
עִ֖ם
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep
עַבְדֵ֣י
ʻebed
H5650
servant/slave
N-mp
חוּרָ֑ם
Chûwrâm
H2361
Hiram
N-proper
אַחַת֩
ʼechâd
H259
one
Adj
לְ/שָׁל֨וֹשׁ
shâlôwsh
H7969
three
Prep | Adj
שָׁנִ֜ים
shâneh
H8141
year
N-fp
תָּב֣וֹאנָה
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
V-Qal-Imperf-3fp
אֳנִיּ֣וֹת
ʼŏnîyâh
H591
fleet
N-fp
תַּרְשִׁ֗ישׁ
Tarshîysh
H8659
Tarshish
N-proper
נֹֽשְׂאוֹת֙
nâsâʼ
H5375
to lift
V-Qal
זָהָ֣ב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
N-ms
וָ/כֶ֔סֶף
keçeph
H3701
silver
Conj | N-ms
שֶׁנְהַבִּ֥ים
shenhabbîym
H8143
ivory
N-mp
וְ/קוֹפִ֖ים
qôwph
H6971
ape
Conj | N-mp
וְ/תוּכִּיִּֽים
tukkîy
H8500
peacock
Conj | N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 9:21
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
אֳנִיּ֤וֹת
ʼŏnîyâh
H591
"fleet"
N-fp
The Hebrew word for ship or fleet is used in the Bible to describe a vessel that sails on the water. It appears in Numbers 24:24 and Proverbs 30:19, often referring to the men who sail on these ships, known as seamen.
Definition: 1) ship 1a) men of ships, seamen
Usage: Occurs in 28 OT verses. KJV: ship(-men). See also: Genesis 49:13; Proverbs 30:19; Psalms 48:8.
לַ/מֶּ֨לֶךְ֙
melek
H4428
"King's"
Prep | N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
הֹלְכ֣וֹת
hâlak
H1980
"to go"
V-Qal
Means to walk or go, used in many different contexts in the Bible. It can describe physical movement, but also spiritual or emotional journeys. Appears in various forms, such as 'to go' or 'to walk'.
Definition: : walk/move 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to walk 1b2) to walk (fig.) 1c) (Hithpael) 1c1) to traverse 1c2) to walk about 1d) (Niphal) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 473 OT verses. KJV: (all) along, apace, behave (self), come, (on) continually, be conversant, depart, [phrase] be eased, enter, exercise (self), [phrase] follow, forth, forward, get, go (about, abroad, along, away, forward, on, out, up and down), [phrase] greater, grow, be wont to haunt, lead, march, [idiom] more and more, move (self), needs, on, pass (away), be at the point, quite, run (along), [phrase] send, speedily, spread, still, surely, [phrase] tale-bearer, [phrase] travel(-ler), walk (abroad, on, to and fro, up and down, to places), wander, wax, (way-) faring man, [idiom] be weak, whirl. See also: Genesis 2:14; Judges 4:9; 1 Kings 13:12.
תַּרְשִׁ֔ישׁ
Tarshîysh
H8659
"Tarshish"
N-proper
Tarshish was a place on the Mediterranean, also the name of a Persian and an Israelite, and a term for a merchant vessel, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 7:10.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.7.10; son of: Bilhan (H1092H); brother of: Jeush (H3266H), Benjamin (H1144H), Ehud (H0164H), Chenaanah (H3668H), Zethan (H2133) and Ahishahar (H0300) § Tarshish or Tharshish = "yellow jasper" 1) son of Javan 2) a Benjamite, son of Bilhan 3) one of the wise men close to king Ahasuerus of Persia 4) a city of the Phoenicians in a distant part of the Mediterranean Sea to which the prophet Jonah was trying to flee 1a) perhaps in Cyprus or Spain 5) a city somewhere near and accessible to the Red Sea to which ships constructed at Ezion-geber on the Elanitic Gulf on the Red Sea were to sail
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: Tarshish, Tharshish. See also: Genesis 10:4; Isaiah 23:1; Psalms 48:8.
עִ֖ם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
עַבְדֵ֣י
ʻebed
H5650
"servant/slave"
N-mp
This word refers to a servant or slave, often in the context of serving God or a human master. It can also describe a prophet or Levite. The KJV translates it as bondage, bondman, or servant.
Definition: 1) slave, servant 1a) slave, servant, man-servant 1b) subjects 1c) servants, worshippers (of God) 1d) servant (in special sense as prophets, Levites etc) 1e) servant (of Israel) 1f) servant (as form of address between equals) Aramaic equivalent: a.vad (עֲבַד "servant/slave" H5649)
Usage: Occurs in 714 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] bondage, bondman, (bond-) servant, (man-) servant. See also: Genesis 9:25; Exodus 11:3; 1 Samuel 8:16.
חוּרָ֑ם
Chûwrâm
H2361
"Hiram"
N-proper
Hiram, also known as Huram, was a noble-born Israelite and a skilled architect who worked on Solomon's temple. He is mentioned in 1 Kings 7:13 and 2 Chronicles 2:13. Hiram was also the name of a king of Tyre who allied with David and Solomon.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ki.7.13; also called Huram-abi (KJV: "Huram my father's") at 2Ch.2.13; 4.16; Another name of chi.ram (חִירָם "Hiram" H2438H) § Huram = "noble born" 1) son of Bela and grandson of Benjamin 2) king of Tyre allied with David and Solomon; alternate spelling for 'Hiram' 3) a chief architect of Solomon's temple; alternate spelling for 'Hiram'
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: Huram. Compare H2438 (חִירָם). See also: 1 Chronicles 8:5; 2 Chronicles 4:11; 2 Chronicles 9:21.
אַחַת֩
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
לְ/שָׁל֨וֹשׁ
shâlôwsh
H7969
"three"
Prep | Adj
This Hebrew word means three or thrice, and is used to describe quantities or repetitions in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including three, third, and thirteen.
Definition: 1) three, triad 1a) 3, 300, third Aramaic equivalent: te.lat (תְּלָת "three" H8532)
Usage: Occurs in 381 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] fork, [phrase] often(-times), third, thir(-teen, -teenth), three, [phrase] thrice. Compare H7991 (שָׁלִישׁ). See also: Genesis 5:22; Joshua 1:11; 2 Kings 9:32.
שָׁנִ֜ים
shâneh
H8141
"year"
N-fp
This word also means a year, like when Abraham was 100 years old in Genesis 21. It is used to describe a period of time, age, or a lifetime.
Definition: 1) year 1a) as division of time 1b) as measure of time 1c) as indication of age 1d) a lifetime (of years of life) Aramaic equivalent: she.nah (שְׁנָה "year" H8140)
Usage: Occurs in 647 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] whole age, [idiom] long, [phrase] old, year([idiom] -ly). See also: Genesis 1:14; Genesis 47:28; Numbers 7:35.
תָּב֣וֹאנָה
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
V-Qal-Imperf-3fp
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
אֳנִיּ֣וֹת
ʼŏnîyâh
H591
"fleet"
N-fp
The Hebrew word for ship or fleet is used in the Bible to describe a vessel that sails on the water. It appears in Numbers 24:24 and Proverbs 30:19, often referring to the men who sail on these ships, known as seamen.
Definition: 1) ship 1a) men of ships, seamen
Usage: Occurs in 28 OT verses. KJV: ship(-men). See also: Genesis 49:13; Proverbs 30:19; Psalms 48:8.
תַּרְשִׁ֗ישׁ
Tarshîysh
H8659
"Tarshish"
N-proper
Tarshish was a place on the Mediterranean, also the name of a Persian and an Israelite, and a term for a merchant vessel, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 7:10.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.7.10; son of: Bilhan (H1092H); brother of: Jeush (H3266H), Benjamin (H1144H), Ehud (H0164H), Chenaanah (H3668H), Zethan (H2133) and Ahishahar (H0300) § Tarshish or Tharshish = "yellow jasper" 1) son of Javan 2) a Benjamite, son of Bilhan 3) one of the wise men close to king Ahasuerus of Persia 4) a city of the Phoenicians in a distant part of the Mediterranean Sea to which the prophet Jonah was trying to flee 1a) perhaps in Cyprus or Spain 5) a city somewhere near and accessible to the Red Sea to which ships constructed at Ezion-geber on the Elanitic Gulf on the Red Sea were to sail
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: Tarshish, Tharshish. See also: Genesis 10:4; Isaiah 23:1; Psalms 48:8.
נֹֽשְׂאוֹת֙
nâsâʼ
H5375
"to lift"
V-Qal
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to lift or raise something, and it's used in many ways, like lifting a burden or raising someone's status. It appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah, often talking about God lifting people up. It's about supporting or carrying something or someone.
Definition: : raise/take_up 1) to lift, bear up, carry, take 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to lift, lift up 1a2) to bear, carry, support, sustain, endure 1a3) to take, take away, carry off, forgive 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be lifted up, be exalted 1b2) to lift oneself up, rise up 1b3) to be borne, be carried 1b4) to be taken away, be carried off, be swept away 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to lift up, exalt, support, aid, assist 1c2) to desire, long (fig.) 1c3) to carry, bear continuously 1c4) to take, take away 1d) (Hithpael) to lift oneself up, exalt oneself 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to cause one to bear (iniquity) 1e2) to cause to bring, have brought
Usage: Occurs in 609 OT verses. KJV: accept, advance, arise, (able to, (armor), suffer to) bear(-er, up), bring (forth), burn, carry (away), cast, contain, desire, ease, exact, exalt (self), extol, fetch, forgive, furnish, further, give, go on, help, high, hold up, honorable ([phrase] man), lade, lay, lift (self) up, lofty, marry, magnify, [idiom] needs, obtain, pardon, raise (up), receive, regard, respect, set (up), spare, stir up, [phrase] swear, take (away, up), [idiom] utterly, wear, yield. See also: Genesis 4:13; Numbers 4:2; 1 Samuel 14:3.
זָהָ֣ב
zâhâb
H2091
"gold"
N-ms
Gold is a valuable metal, also used to describe something yellow or brilliant, like oil or a clear sky. It is often mentioned in the Bible as a precious resource.
Definition: 1) gold 1a) as precious metal 1b) as a measure of weight 1c) of brilliance, splendour (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: de.hav (דְּהַב "gold" H1722)
Usage: Occurs in 336 OT verses. KJV: gold(-en), fair weather. See also: Genesis 2:11; Numbers 7:26; 1 Chronicles 28:17.
וָ/כֶ֔סֶף
keçeph
H3701
"silver"
Conj | N-ms
Silver or money, often referring to payment or wealth, like the silver talents in Matthew 25. It can also describe silver as a valuable metal or ornament.
Definition: : money/payment/silver 1) silver, money 1a) silver 1a1) as metal 1a2) as ornament 1a3) as colour 1b) money, shekels, talents
Usage: Occurs in 343 OT verses. KJV: money, price, silver(-ling). See also: Genesis 13:2; Numbers 22:18; 2 Chronicles 1:17.
שֶׁנְהַבִּ֥ים
shenhabbîym
H8143
"ivory"
N-mp
This Hebrew word refers to ivory, a valuable material from elephant tusks, often used in Bible times for expensive items like furniture and ornaments, as seen in 1 Kings 10:18.
Definition: ivory
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: ivory. See also: 1 Kings 10:22; 2 Chronicles 9:21.
וְ/קוֹפִ֖ים
qôwph
H6971
"ape"
Conj | N-mp
This Hebrew word means a monkey or ape, used in the Bible to describe these animals.
Definition: ape
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: ape. See also: 1 Kings 10:22; 2 Chronicles 9:21.
וְ/תוּכִּיִּֽים
tukkîy
H8500
"peacock"
Conj | N-mp
The peacock is a creature mentioned in the Bible, likely imported from a foreign land, and is known for its distinctive appearance. It appears in the book of Kings, where it is listed as one of the exotic items brought back by Solomon's traders. The peacock is still a recognizable symbol today.
Definition: 1) peacock, baboon, ape 1a) peacock 1b) (TWOT) baboon, ape
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: peacock. See also: 1 Kings 10:22; 2 Chronicles 9:21.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 9:21
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Context — Solomon’s Wealth and Splendor
19Twelve lions stood on the six steps, one at either end of each step. Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom.
20All King Solomon’s drinking cups were gold, and all the utensils of the House of the Forest of Lebanon were pure gold. There was no silver, because it was accounted as nothing in the days of Solomon.
21For the king had the ships of Tarshish that went with Hiram’s servants, and once every three years the ships of Tarshish would arrive bearing gold, silver, ivory, apes, and peacocks.
22So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. 23All the kings of the earth sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Kings 22:48 | Jehoshaphat built ships of Tarshish to go to Ophir for gold, but they never set sail, because they were wrecked at Ezion-geber. |
| 2 | Job 39:13 | The wings of the ostrich flap joyfully, but cannot match the pinions and feathers of the stork. |
| 3 | 1 Kings 10:22 | For the king had the ships of Tarshish at sea with Hiram’s fleet, and once every three years the ships of Tarshish would arrive bearing gold, silver, ivory, apes, and peacocks. |
| 4 | 2 Chronicles 20:36–37 | They agreed to make ships to go to Tarshish, and these were built in Ezion-geber. Then Eliezer son of Dodavahu of Mareshah prophesied against Jehoshaphat, saying, “Because you have allied yourself with Ahaziah, the LORD has destroyed your works.” So the ships were wrecked and were unable to sail to Tarshish. |
2 Chronicles 9:21 Summary
In 2 Chronicles 9:21, we see that King Solomon had a fleet of ships that sailed to a place called Tarshish and brought back valuable goods like gold, silver, and ivory. This helped to make King Solomon very wealthy and established him as a major trade partner in the ancient world, much like the prosperous nation described in Deuteronomy 8:6-18. However, as we read in other parts of the Bible, such as 1 Timothy 6:10, wealth and material possessions are not the most important things in life. As believers, we are called to trust in God's provision and to use our resources to serve others and bring glory to Him, as seen in Matthew 6:25-34. By looking to King Solomon's example, we can learn the importance of balancing our pursuit of wealth and success with a deeper pursuit of wisdom and faith.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the ships of Tarshish, and what was their significance in 2 Chronicles 9:21?
The ships of Tarshish were a fleet of ships that sailed to the port of Tarshish, a location possibly in Spain, and brought back valuable goods to King Solomon, as seen in 2 Chronicles 9:21, which helped to establish his wealth and trade connections, similar to those described in 1 Kings 10:22.
What kinds of goods did the ships of Tarshish bring back to King Solomon?
According to 2 Chronicles 9:21, the ships of Tarshish brought back gold, silver, ivory, apes, and peacocks, which were likely highly valued for their rarity and beauty, much like the precious stones and metals mentioned in Exodus 28:15-20.
How often did the ships of Tarshish arrive in Israel, according to 2 Chronicles 9:21?
The ships of Tarshish arrived once every three years, as stated in 2 Chronicles 9:21, which suggests that these voyages were significant undertakings that required careful planning and execution, similar to the regular offerings and festivals described in Leviticus 23:1-44.
What can we learn from King Solomon's trade connections and wealth in 2 Chronicles 9:21?
King Solomon's wealth and trade connections, as described in 2 Chronicles 9:21, demonstrate the blessings of God on his life and kingdom, as promised in Deuteronomy 28:1-14, and serve as a reminder of the importance of stewarding our resources wisely and trusting in God's provision, as seen in Matthew 6:25-34.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God has blessed me with abundance, and how can I use these blessings to serve others, as seen in 2 Corinthians 9:6-15?
- How can I cultivate a heart of gratitude and contentment, even in the midst of plenty, as encouraged in 1 Timothy 6:6-10?
- What are some areas of my life where I may be seeking to find fulfillment or security in material possessions, rather than in God, as warned against in Matthew 6:19-21?
- How can I use my resources and influence to spread the gospel and bring glory to God, as seen in the example of the wise steward in Luke 12:42-48?
- What can I learn from King Solomon's example about the importance of balancing wealth and wisdom, as seen in 2 Chronicles 9:22-23?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 9:21
[See comments on 1 Kings 10:22].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 9:21
For the king's ships went to Tarshish with the servants of Huram: every three years once came the ships of Tarshish bringing gold, and silver, ivory, and apes, and peacocks.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 9:21
2 Chronicles 9:19 And twelve lions stood there on the one side and on the other upon the six steps. There was not the like made in any kingdom.Ver. 19-23, &c.] See 1 Kings 10:20-22, &c.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 9:21
(21) For the king’s ships went to Tarshish.—1 Kings 10:22, “For the king had a Tarshish fleet on the sea, with the fleet of Hiram.” It is generally assumed that the words of the chronicler are an erroneous paraphrase of the expression, “Tarshish fleet,” i.e., a fleet of ships fitted for long voyages. (Comp. Isaiah 2:16.) The identity of the present fleet with that mentioned above in 2 Chronicles 9:10 is not evident. Solomon may have had a fleet in the Mediterranean (“the sea” of 1 Kings 10:22) trading westward, as well as in the Red Sea, trading south and east. Some have identified Tarshish with Cape Tarsis in the Persian Gulf. (See Note on 2 Chronicles 20:36.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 9:21
Verse 21. The king's ships went to Tarshish] "Went to Africa." - Targum.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 9:21
21. For the king’s ships went to Tarshish] R.V. For the king had ships that went to Tarshish. Here the Chronicler misunderstands the parallel passage (1 Kings 10:22, “For the king had at sea a navy of Tarshish”). “Navy (or ‘ships’) of Tarshish” is a phrase meaning large ships fit for long voyages; cp. Psalms 48:7. The merchandise mentioned in this verse doubtless came from the East and not from Tarshish (= Tartessus in Spain). every three years once] R.V. once every three years. apes] These animals were much sought after; they appear e.g. pictured in relief on the Black Obelisk (in the British Museum) among the tribute received by Shalmaneser II. of Assyria.
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Better Late Than Never by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of decisions and the consequences that come with them. He shares a story of a Christian brother who made a series of bad decisions |
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An Appeal to Sinners by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the benevolence of God and His desire to save sinners. He describes how Jesus, out of love and sorrow, willingly went to the grave in mortal |
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The Ostrich by Harriet N. Cook | Harriet N. Cook delivers a sermon on the unique characteristics of the ostrich, highlighting its large size, inability to fly despite having large wings, and its swift running abil |
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The Peacock by Harriet N. Cook | Harriet N. Cook reflects on the story of Solomon in the Bible, emphasizing his wisdom and wealth granted by God. Despite his riches and treasures, Solomon acknowledges the emptines |