1 Kings 1 — Overview

Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole Bible · Matthew Henry (1662–1714) · Public Domain

In this chapter we have, I. David declining in his health, ver. 1-4. II. Adonijah aspiring to the kingdom, and treating his party, in order to it, ver. 5-10. III. Nathan and Bathsheba contriving to secure the succession to Solomon, and prevailing for an order from David for the purpose, ver. 11-31. IV. The anointing of Solomon accordingly, and the people's joy therein, ver. 32-40. V. The effectual stop this put to Adonijah's usurpation, and the dispersion of his party thereupon, ver. 41-49. VI. Solomon's dismission of Adonijah upon his good behaviour, ver. 50-53.

Introduction. (b. c. 1015.)

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