I Kings 1:11
The Scripture
(11) Wherefore Nathan spake unto Bathsheba the mother of Solomon, saying, Hast thou not heard that Adonijah the son of Haggith doth reign, and David our lord knoweth it not?
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
The chapter records the birth of Solomon, son of David, who will become king, and the division of the kingdom between Solomon and Rehoboam. It also introduces the idea that the Israelites will be judged for their sins and that God will provide a wise ruler. The text emphasizes the importance of choosing a godly king to guide the people.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
II Samuel 7:12II Samuel 7:13II Samuel 7:14II Samuel 7:15II Samuel 7:16II Samuel 7:17II Samuel 12:24II Samuel 12:25I Chronicles 22:9I Chronicles 22:10I Chronicles 28:4I Chronicles 28:5
Related verses (shared words)
I Kings 2:13I Kings 1:13I Kings 2:19Luke 12:53I Kings 1:51I Kings 2:22