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A Real and Deadly Threat
Commentators unanimously agree that Nathan's warning was not an exaggeration. In the ancient world, it was common practice for a new king to eliminate all potential rivals to secure his throne. Scholars note that Adonijah's success would have almost certainly meant a death sentence for Solomon and likely for Bathsheba as well.
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Kings 1:12
18th Century
Theologian
It would have been in accordance with general Eastern custom for Solomon to be put to death if Adonijah had succeeded in his attempt. But to have e…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Kings 1:12
19th Century
Bishop
The life of ... Solomon. —The usurpation of Adonijah would, as a matter of course, be sealed by the blood of his rival Solomon. (C…
John Gill
On 1 Kings 1:12
17th Century
Pastor
Now therefore come, let me, I pray you, give you counsel ,
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Kings 1:11–31
17th Century
Minister
Observe Nathan's address to Bathsheba: Let me give you counsel how to save your own life, and the life of your son. Such is the counsel Ch…