I Kings 1:16
The Scripture
(16) And Bathsheba bowed, and did obeisance unto the king. And the king said, What wouldest thou?
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
I Kings 1:23I Samuel 20:41I Samuel 24:8I Samuel 25:23I Kings 2:20Esther 7:2Matthew 20:21Matthew 20:32
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