It was told Solomon, saying, Behold, Adonijah fears king Solomon; for, behold, he has laid hold on the horns of the altar, saying, Let king Solomon swear to me first that he will not kill his servant with the sword.

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John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

And it was told Solomon
By some of his courtiers:

saying, behold, Adonijah fears King Solomon

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

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…

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