2 Chronicles 8:17

17 Then Solomon went to Ezion-geber and Eloth on the coast in the land of Edom.

2 Chronicles 8:17 Meaning and Commentary

Ver. 17-18. Then went Solomon to Eziongeber
Being now at leisure to look after his navy, to carry on merchandise; and of this, and the following verse, and the reconciliation of them with ( 1 Kings 9:26-28 ) , (See Gill on 1 Kings 9:26), (See Gill on 1 Kings 9:27), (See Gill on 1 Kings 9:28).

2 Chronicles 8:17 In-Context

15 They didn't deviate in any way from the king's commands concerning the priests, the Levites, or the treasuries.

16 All Solomon's work was carried out from the day the foundation of the LORD's temple was laid until its completion. Then the LORD's temple was completely finished.

17 Then Solomon went to Ezion-geber and Eloth on the coast in the land of Edom.

18 Huram had his servants bring ships to Solomon, along with crews of expert sailors. They went with Solomon's servants to Ophir and imported four hundred fifty kikkars of gold, which they brought back to King Solomon.