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