2Ch 2:11-18 | JFB | STEP | 11. Because the Lord hath loved his people, &c.-- This pious language creates a presumption that Huram might have attained some knowledge of the true religion from his long familiar intercourse with David. But the presumption, however pleasing, may be delusive (see on ).

‏ 2 Chronicles 2:11-18

11. Because the Lord hath loved his people, &c.--This pious language creates a presumption that Huram might have attained some knowledge of the true religion from his long familiar intercourse with David. But the presumption, however pleasing, may be delusive (see on 1Ki 5:7).

13-14. I have sent a cunning man--(See on 1Ki 7:13-51).

17-18. Solomon numbered all the strangers, &c.--(See on 1Ki 5:13; 1Ki 5:18).