King James Version

I Kings 1:39

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The Scripture

(39) And Zadok the priest took an horn of oil out of the tabernacle, and anointed Solomon. And they blew the trumpet; and all the people said, God save king Solomon.

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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Cross-references

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

I Samuel 16:13 Exodus 30:23 Exodus 30:24 Exodus 30:25 Exodus 30:26 Exodus 30:27 Exodus 30:28 Exodus 30:29 Exodus 30:30 Exodus 30:31 Exodus 30:32 Exodus 30:33

Related verses (shared words)

I Kings 1:51 I Kings 1:53 II Chronicles 9:1 I Kings 1:34 I Kings 5:11 I Kings 2:29