2 Chronicles 9:28
New International Version
Solomon’s horses were imported from Egypt and from all other countries.

New Living Translation
Solomon’s horses were imported from Egypt and many other countries.

English Standard Version
And horses were imported for Solomon from Egypt and from all lands.

Berean Standard Bible
Solomon’s horses were imported from Egypt and from all the lands.

King James Bible
And they brought unto Solomon horses out of Egypt, and out of all lands.

New King James Version
And they brought horses to Solomon from Egypt and from all lands.

New American Standard Bible
And they were bringing horses for Solomon from Egypt and from all countries.

NASB 1995
And they were bringing horses for Solomon from Egypt and from all countries.

NASB 1977
And they were bringing horses for Solomon from Egypt and from all countries.

Legacy Standard Bible
And they were importing horses for Solomon from Egypt and from all countries.

Amplified Bible
And they were importing horses for Solomon from Egypt and from all [the other] countries.

Christian Standard Bible
They were bringing horses for Solomon from Egypt and from all the countries.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
They were bringing horses for Solomon from Egypt and from all the countries.

American Standard Version
And they brought horses for Solomon out of Egypt, and out of all lands.

Contemporary English Version
Solomon's horses were brought in from other countries, including Musri.

English Revised Version
And they brought horses for Solomon out of Egypt, and out of all lands.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Horses were imported for Solomon from Egypt and from all other countries.

Good News Translation
Solomon imported horses from Musri and from every other country.

International Standard Version
They also kept bringing horses to Solomon from Egypt and from all of the surrounding countries.

Majority Standard Bible
Solomon’s horses were imported from Egypt and from all the lands.

NET Bible
Solomon acquired horses from Egypt and from all the lands.

New Heart English Bible
They brought horses for Solomon out of Egypt, and out of all lands.

Webster's Bible Translation
And they brought to Solomon horses from Egypt, and from all lands.

World English Bible
They brought horses for Solomon out of Egypt and out of all lands.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and they are bringing out horses from Egypt to Solomon, and from all the lands.

Young's Literal Translation
and they are bringing out horses from Egypt to Solomon, and from all the lands.

Smith's Literal Translation
And bringing forth horses from Egypt to Solomon, and from all lands.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And horses were brought to him out of Egypt, and out of all countries.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And horses were brought to him from Egypt and from every region.

New American Bible
Solomon’s horses were imported from Egypt and from all the lands.

New Revised Standard Version
Horses were imported for Solomon from Egypt and from all lands.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And they brought to Solomon horses from Egypt and from all lands.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And they were buying horses for Solomon from Egypt and from all the cities.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And they brought horses for Solomon out of Egypt, and out of all lands.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Solomon imported horses from Egypt, and from every other country.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Solomon's Wealth and Splendor
27The king made silver as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills. 28Solomon’s horses were imported from Egypt and from all the lands.

Cross References
1 Kings 10:28-29
Solomon’s horses were imported from Egypt and Kue; the royal merchants purchased them from Kue. / A chariot could be imported from Egypt for six hundred shekels of silver, and a horse for a hundred and fifty. Likewise, they exported them to all the kings of the Hittites and to the kings of Aram.

1 Kings 4:26
Solomon had 4,000 stalls for his chariot horses and 12,000 horses.

1 Kings 9:28
They sailed to Ophir and imported gold from there—420 talents—and delivered it to Solomon.

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.

1 Kings 10:14-15
The weight of gold that came to Solomon each year was 666 talents, / not including the revenue from the merchants, traders, and all the Arabian kings and governors of the land.

1 Kings 10:23-25
So King Solomon surpassed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. / The whole world sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart. / Year after year, each visitor would bring his tribute: articles of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, horses, and mules.

1 Kings 10:27
The king made silver as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills.

2 Chronicles 1:16-17
Solomon’s horses were imported from Egypt and Kue; the royal merchants purchased them from Kue. / A chariot could be imported from Egypt for six hundred shekels of silver, and a horse for a hundred and fifty. Likewise, they exported them to all the kings of the Hittites and to the kings of Aram.

2 Chronicles 1:14
Solomon accumulated 1,400 chariots and 12,000 horses, which he stationed in the chariot cities and also with him in Jerusalem.

2 Chronicles 1:15
The king made silver and gold as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills.

2 Chronicles 8:18
So Hiram sent him ships captained by his servants, along with crews of experienced sailors. They went with Solomon’s servants to Ophir and acquired from there 450 talents of gold, which they delivered to King Solomon.

Isaiah 2:7
Their land is full of silver and gold, with no limit to their treasures; their land is full of horses, with no limit to their chariots.

Ezekiel 27:12-15
Tarshish was your merchant because of your great wealth of goods; they exchanged silver, iron, tin, and lead for your wares. / Javan, Tubal, and Meshech were your merchants. They exchanged slaves and bronze utensils for your merchandise. / The men of Beth-togarmah exchanged horses, war horses, and mules for your wares. ...

Ezekiel 27:22-24
The merchants of Sheba and Raamah traded with you; for your wares they exchanged gold, the finest of all spices, and precious stones. / Haran, Canneh, and Eden traded with you, and so did the merchants of Sheba, Asshur, and Chilmad. / In your marketplace they traded with you fine garments of blue, embroidered work, and multicolored rugs with cords tightly twisted and knotted.

Matthew 6:29
Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his glory was adorned like one of these.


Treasury of Scripture

And they brought to Solomon horses out of Egypt, and out of all lands.

brought `Moses,' says Bp.

2 Chronicles 17:16
And next him was Amasiah the son of Zichri, who willingly offered himself unto the LORD; and with him two hundred thousand mighty men of valour.

1 Kings 4:26
And Solomon had forty thousand stalls of horses for his chariots, and twelve thousand horsemen.

1 Kings 4:26
And Solomon had forty thousand stalls of horses for his chariots, and twelve thousand horsemen.

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2 Chronicles 9
1. The queen of sheba admires the wisdom of Solomon
13. Solomon's revenue in gold
15. His targets and shields
17. The throne of ivory
20. His vessels
23. His presents
25. His chariots and horse
26. His tributes
29. His reign and death














They imported
This phrase indicates a deliberate and organized effort to bring in resources from outside the kingdom. The Hebrew root for "imported" is "יָבוֹא" (yavo), which means "to come" or "to bring." This suggests a proactive approach by Solomon's administration to enhance the kingdom's wealth and military capabilities. Historically, this reflects the extensive trade networks that Solomon established, showcasing his wisdom in governance and international relations.

horses
Horses were a symbol of military strength and prestige in ancient times. The Hebrew word "סוּס" (sus) is used here, emphasizing the importance of cavalry in warfare. Horses were not native to Israel, making their importation a significant achievement. This reflects Solomon's strategic foresight in building a formidable defense system, aligning with the biblical narrative of his wisdom and prosperity.

from Egypt
Egypt was a major center of civilization and power in the ancient world. The mention of Egypt highlights the diplomatic and trade relationships Solomon maintained with neighboring nations. The Hebrew term "מִמִּצְרַיִם" (mimitzrayim) underscores the historical context of Israel's past enslavement in Egypt, now transformed into a relationship of mutual benefit and trade. This shift signifies God's blessing and the fulfillment of His promises to elevate Israel among the nations.

and from all the countries
This phrase indicates the vastness of Solomon's trade network. The Hebrew "וּמִכָּל־הָאֲרָצוֹת" (umikol-ha'aratzot) suggests a wide-reaching influence and the ability to engage with various cultures and economies. It reflects the fulfillment of God's promise to make Israel a light to the nations, as Solomon's wisdom and wealth drew the attention and admiration of the world.

(28) And they brought.--Used to bring. The verse summarises 1Kings 10:28-29 (=2Chronicles 1:16-17), and adds that Solomon imported horses "out of all the lands," as well as from Egypt.

Verse 28. - The parallel mentions horses from Egypt only, but adds that "linen yarn" was brought. The all lands alluded to with us, would manifestly include Armenia (Ezekiel 27:14) and Arabia. The parallel also, in its ver. 29, states the prices of a chariot from Egypt as "six hundred shekels [qu. bekas] of silver" (i.e. about either £90 or £45); and of a horse for the cavalry, perhaps, not for the chariot, as "one hundred and fifty shekels [qu. bekas] of silver" (i.e. £22 10s. or £11 5s., estimating the shekel as worth three shillings with us). Other estimates (see 2 Chronicles 1:17) would make the prices £70 and £17 (see our Exposition, 2 Chronicles 1:15-17).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Solomon's
לִשְׁלֹמֹ֖ה (liš·lō·mōh)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 8010: Solomon -- David's son and successor to his throne

horses
סוּסִ֧ים (sū·sîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 5483: A swallow, swift (type of bird)

were imported
וּמוֹצִיאִ֨ים (ū·mō·w·ṣî·’îm)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim

from Egypt
מִמִּצְרַ֛יִם (mim·miṣ·ra·yim)
Preposition-m | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 4714: Egypt -- a son of Ham, also his descendants and their country in Northwest Africa

and from all
וּמִכָּל־ (ū·mik·kāl-)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

the lands.
הָאֲרָצֽוֹת׃ (hā·’ă·rā·ṣō·wṯ)
Article | Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 776: Earth, land


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