Commentaries:
Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown
two hundred targets, six hundred shekels—These defensive arms were anciently made of wood and covered with leather; those were covered with fine gold. 600 shekels were used in the gilding of each target—300 for each shield. They were intended for the state armory of the palace (see I Kings 14:26).
Other Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown entries containing 1 Kings 10:17:
Isaiah 22:8
Isaiah 22:24
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