When Hiram heard the words of Solomon, he rejoiced greatly, and said, “Blessed is the LORD today, who has given to David a wise son to rule over this great people.”
ExplanationCommentary
Verse 7. Lord (Jehova) God “of Israel,” as it is expressed, 2 Chronicles 2:12. Bible.—This pagan prince adored and erected temples and altars in honour of Baal, Astarte, and Hercules; (Josephus, and so forth) yet he did not hesitate to acknowledge the God of Israel, as he supposed that there was a god for each nation. See Calmet. 20:28. 4 Kennicott. 17:27. Calmet.—Thus many think that they may serve the God of unity, by going to hear the sermons of men who preach a contradictory doctrine. The devil will be satisfied, if he can share the divine honours: but God will admit of no rival, nor can he sanction any but the true religion. Bible.