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An Official Endorsement
Commentators explain that the presence of the priest (Zadok), the prophet (Nathan), and the military commander (Benaiah) in Solomon's procession was crucial. This demonstrated that Solomon's anointing was not a power grab but an official act sanctioned by King David's full authority and, by extension, God's will.
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John Gill
On 1 Kings 1:44
17th Century
Pastor
And the king has sent with him
To the fountain of Gihon:
Zadok the priest, and Nathan the prophet…
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…