And also Solomon sitteth on the throne of the kingdom.
David had abdicated the throne in Solomon's favor, and Solomon had taken his place upon the throne of Israel. Solomon's anointing and public proclamation as king thwarted the rebellion raised by Adonijah. His accession confirmed that God had appointed him to rule.
David had abdicated the throne in Solomon's favor, and Solomon had taken his place upon the throne of Israel. Solomon's anointing and public proclamation as king thwarted the rebellion raised by Adonijah. His accession confirmed that God had appointed him to rule.