But of the children of Israel did Solomon make no bondmen,.... For that was contrary to the law; they might be hired servants, but not bond servants, Le 25:39but they were men of war; which he kept in pay, a standing army, maintained even in time of peace, in case of necessity, should an enemy attempt to invade or surprise them:and his servants; in his family and court, who had offices and employments there:and his princes; ministers of state, counsellors, governors of cities, &c.
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1 Kings 9:22
1 Kings 9:22
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