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and Zadok the priest and Nathan the prophet have anointed him king in Gihon; and they are come up from there rejoicing, so that the city rang again. This is the noise that you have heard.

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A Legitimate Anointing

Commentators highlight that Solomon's anointing was official and divinely sanctioned, performed by both Zadok the priest and Nathan the prophet. This represented the unity of religious authority and God's prophetic will, establishing a legitimate succession that prompted widespread, genuine celebration.

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John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Kings 1:45

17th Century

Pastor

And Zadok the priest, and Nathan the prophet, have anointed
him king in Gihon
Or at G…

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…