Even after a certain rate every day, offering according to the commandment of Moses, on the sabbaths, and on the new moons, and on the solemn feasts, three times in the year, even in the feast of unleavened bread, and in the feast of weeks, and in the feast of tabernacles.
They offered sacrifices daily at the set amount, following Moses' commands for the Sabbaths, new moons, and the three major yearly festivals: the Festival of Unleavened Bread, the Festival of Weeks, and the Festival of Shelters.
This verse describes how Solomon faithfully followed God's instructions for regular worship and sacrifices throughout the year, including daily offerings and special festivals.
📚 Historical Context
This verse describes Solomon's establishment of regular temple worship after completing the temple in Jerusalem around 950 BC. The sacrificial system and festivals mentioned were originally given through Moses during Israel's wilderness wanderings about 500 years earlier. These festivals were central to Israel's religious calendar and helped the people remember God's faithfulness in their history.
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