I Kings 1:47
The Scripture
(47) And moreover the king's servants came to bless our lord king David, saying, God make the name of Solomon better than thy name, and make his throne greater than thy throne. And the king bowed himself upon the bed.
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
Exodus 12:32II Samuel 8:10II Samuel 21:3Ezra 6:10Psalms 20:1Psalms 20:2Psalms 20:3Psalms 20:4I Kings 1:37Luke 19:38Genesis 47:31Hebrews 11:21
Related verses (shared words)
I Kings 1:37Revelation 4:6I Kings 2:19Esther 3:2Esther 5:1Esther 8:8