I Kings 1:2
The Scripture
(2) Wherefore his servants said unto him, Let there be sought for my lord the king a young virgin: and let her stand before the king, and let her cherish him, and let her lie in thy bosom, that my lord the king may get heat.
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
Deuteronomy 10:8I Samuel 16:21I Samuel 16:22II Chronicles 29:11Genesis 16:5Deuteronomy 13:6II Samuel 12:3Micah 7:5Ecclesiastes 4:11
Related verses (shared words)
Deuteronomy 22:6I Samuel 25:5Lamentations 2:21Matthew 2:20Exodus 4:7Leviticus 18:23