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Benaiah the son of Jehoiada answered the king, and said, Amen: Yahweh, the God of my lord the king, say so [too].

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Seeking God's 'Amen'

Benaiah's response begins with a human "Amen," signifying agreement, but he immediately prays that God would "say so too." Commentator John Gill explains this is a request for God to confirm the decision through Solomon's future success. It teaches that while human agreement is good, ultimate legitimacy and blessing for any plan come from God's divine approval.

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1 Kings

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John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Kings 1:36

17th Century

Pastor

And Benaiah the son of Jehoiada answered the king
In the name of the rest:

and said, Amen

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Kings 1:32–53

17th Century

Minister

The people expressed great joy and satisfaction in the elevation of Solomon. Every true Israelite rejoices in the exaltation of the Son of David. C…