I Kings 1:8
The Scripture
(8) But Zadok the priest, and Benaiah the son of Jehoiada, and Nathan the prophet, and Shimei, and Rei, and the mighty men which belonged to David, were not with Adonijah.
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 2:35II Samuel 8:17II Samuel 8:18II Samuel 20:25I Chronicles 27:5I Chronicles 27:6Ezekiel 44:15II Samuel 7:2II Samuel 7:3II Samuel 7:4II Samuel 12:1II Samuel 12:2
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