While he yet spoke, behold, Jonathan the son of Abiathar the priest came; and Adonijah said, “Come in; for you are a worthy man, and bring good news.”
Jonathan answered Adonijah, “Most certainly our lord king David has made Solomon king. The king has sent with him Zadok the priest, Nathan the prophet, Benaiah the son of Jehoiada, and the Cherethites and the Pelethites; and they have caused him to ride on the king’s mule. Zadok the priest and Nathan the prophet have anointed him king in Gihon. They have come up from there rejoicing, so that the city rang again. This is the noise that you have heard. Also, Solomon sits on the throne of the kingdom. Moreover the king’s servants came to bless our lord king David, saying, ‘May your God make the name of Solomon better than your name, and make his throne greater than your throne;’ and the king bowed himself on the bed. Also thus said the king, ‘Blessed be Yahweh, the God of Israel, who has given one to sit on my throne today, my eyes even seeing it.’ ”
Geneva Bible translators 1599 · Public Domain On vv42, 47 Hebrew, a man of power.
Hebrew, a man of power.
He praised Jonathan, thinking to have heard comfortable news but God wrought things contrary to his expectation, and so did beat down his pride.
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John Trapp 1656 · Public Domain On vv42–48 1Ki 1:42 And while he yet spake, behold, Jonathan…
1Ki 1:42 And while he yet spake, behold, Jonathan the son of Abiathar the priest came: and Adonijah said unto him, Come in; for thou [art] a valiant man, and bringest good tidings.
Ver. 42. And bringest good tidings.] So Adonijah would have had it; but the expectation of the wicked shall perish; when they are at the height of their joys and hopes, God oft confoundeth all their devices, and layeth them open to the scorn of the world, and to the anguish of their own guilty hearts.
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Matthew Poole 1685 · Public Domain On vv42, 43, 46, 47 Jonathan it seems was left at Jerusalem for a…
Jonathan it seems was left at Jerusalem for a spy, as he had formerly been under Absalom.
Thou art a valiant man; or,
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a man of virtue or worth, as this Hebrew word is used, Pro 12:4; and therefore a happy man, and hast good news for thyself and us. Compare 2Sa 18:27.
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John Gill 1763 · Public Domain On vv42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 48 And while he yet spake, behold, Jonathan the son…
And while he yet spake, behold, Jonathan the son of Abiathar the priest came,.... Whom his father had left in the city, to observe what passed there, and give him notice of it:
and Adonijah said unto him, come in, for thou art a valiant man, and bringest good tidings; which seems to be not a very wise speech, as if there was a connection between being valiant, and bringing good news, or that the one had any influence upon the other; though perhaps it means no more than a good man, "a man of virtue" (i), as it may be rendered; one that fears sin, as the Targum, and so would report nothing but what was true, and therefore might be depended on; see Sa2 18:27; the same phrase is rendered "a worthy man", Kg1 1:52.
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(i) "vir virtutis", Montanus, Vatablus.
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John Wesley 1765 · Public Domain On vv47–48 Bowed himself - Adoring God for this great mercy,…
Bowed himself - Adoring God for this great mercy, and thereby declaring his hearty consent to this action.
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Adam Clarke 1810 · Public Domain On vv43, 47 Verse 43. Jonathan answered] He was properly a messenger…
Verse 43. Jonathan answered] He was properly a messenger about the court; we have met with him and Ahimaaz before, 2Sa 15:36. He had now been an observer, if not a spy, on all that was doing, and relates the transactions to Adonijah, in the very order in which they took place.
1. David has nominated Solomon his successor.
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2. Zadok, Nathan, and Benaiah, have been appointed to set him on the king's mule.
3. They have taken him to Gihon, and anointed him there.
4. They have brought him up to Jerusalem and placed him on the throne of the kingdom.
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Joseph Benson 1811 · Public Domain On v46 1Ki 1:46-48. Also Solomon sitteth on the throne —…
1Ki 1:46-48. Also Solomon sitteth on the throne — Being in actual possession of the kingdom, though his father be alive. For to sit upon the throne was proper to the king; and none else, on pain of death, might be placed there. The king bowed himself upon the bed — Adoring God for this great mercy, and thereby declaring his hearty consent to this action. And also thus said the king, Blessed be the Lord, &c. — He gave his solemn thanks to God for the happiness of seeing Solomon begin his reign, with such affection of his people as they expressed by their joy at his inauguration. It is a great satisfaction to good men, when they are going out of the world, to see their children rising up in their stead, to serve God in their generation: and especially to see peace upon Israel, and the establishment of it.
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Albert Barnes 1834 · Public Domain On vv42, 43, 47 Jonathan had acted in a similar capacity, as a…
Jonathan had acted in a similar capacity, as a carrier of intelligence, in the time of Absalom’s attempt 2Sa 15:36; 2Sa 17:17; but at that time, like his father, he was faithful to David, and “a valiant man,” “a virtuous man,” or “a man of worth.” (See 1Ki 1:52; Pro 12:4.)
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Haydock's Catholic Bible Commentary 1859 · Public Domain On vv43, 47 Not so. Hebrew, "Misfortune or mourning, or verily." A…
Not so. Hebrew, "Misfortune or mourning, or verily." A man of character did not willingly deliver a disagreeable message, 2 Kings xviii. 25. (Calmet) --- But Jonathan was concerned for his father. (Haydock)
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Daniel D. Whedon 1874 · Public Domain On v42 42. Jonathan the son of Abiathar — The fleet…
42. Jonathan the son of Abiathar — The fleet messenger that in the time of Absalom’s rebellion had been the bearer of important tidings. See 2Sa_15:27-28; 2Sa_15:36; 2Sa_17:16-21. He announces his tidings most vividly, and with greatest accuracy of detail.
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The Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges 1878 · Public Domain On vv42, 43, 46, 47, 48 42. Jonathan the son of Abiathar] They had left…
42. Jonathan the son of Abiathar] They had left in the city some who should bring them word of any stir which their doings might cause. Jonathan had discharged the same office of watchman and newsbringer at the time of Absalom’s revolt. See 2Sa_15:27; 2Sa_17:17. But then he was to bring word to David.
a valiant man] Perhaps rather, a worthy man. The same word, which is often translated by ‘valour,’ ‘wealth,’ ‘might,’ is also used of any special excellence. Thus Pro_12:4; Pro_31:10 it is used in the description of ‘the virtuous woman’; also in this chapter, 1Ki_1:52, we have the word translated worthy; and in 1Ch_9:13 it is used of those who were ‘very able men’ for the work of the service of the house of the Lord. In the present case it was not so much a man of valour as of discretion who was needed in the messenger.
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and bringest good tidings] The expression is somewhat redundant in the Hebrew, and might be rendered ‘bringest good tidings of good’. The same words are thus translated Isa_52:7.
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Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers 1878 · Public Domain On vv42, 46, 47 (42) Jonathan the son of Abiathar.—See 2Sa_15:27; 2Sa_17:17-21, where…
(42) Jonathan the son of Abiathar.—See 2Sa_15:27; 2Sa_17:17-21, where he is named, with Ahimaaz, as a swift runner, fit to be a messenger. It is curious that a similar greeting to his companion Ahimaaz is used by David in 2Sa_18:27—possibly as a kind of omen of good fortune.
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The Pulpit Commentary 1880 · Public Domain On vv42–48 And while he yet spake, behold, Jonathan the son…
And while he yet spake, behold, Jonathan the son of Abiathar the priest Cf. 2Sa_15:36 2Sa_17:17. His experience had marked him out for the post of watchman came That he bad not arrived before shows how prompt, and even hurried, had been the measures taken by Solomon"s party and Adonijah said unto him Hebrews and LXX omit "unto him". Come in Heb. come. See on ver. 22. "Come in" suggests the idea of a house or tent, whereas the feast was al fresco; for thou art a valiant man it is Adonijah (not Joab, as Bahr of course by an oversight says) who speaks thus. Perhaps "able," "honest," or "worthy man" (cf. ver. 52; same word in Hebrews; also Pro_12:4) would be nearer the mark. "Valiant" is clearly out of place and bringest good tidings. A similar expression 2Sa_18:27. It was evidently a familiar saying. The idea, "a good man will bring good news" corresponds with that of the proverb of 1Sa_24:13. Adonijah"s misgivings reveal themselves in these words. He fears the worst, but strives to put on a cheerful face and to encourage his guests.
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The Biblical Illustrator 1887 · Public Domain On v48 Blessed be the Lord God of Israel.
1Ki_1:48
Blessed be the Lord God of Israel.
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The joy of aged and dying saints
It is matter of great joy and thankfulness to aged Christians, when they are dying, to leave their families in prosperous and peaceful circumstances; and especially, rising up in their stead to serve God and support religion.
I. To illustrate this observation.
1. It is a pleasure to an aged, dying Christian to leave his family in prosperous circumstances. It is the character of a good man, that he is not a lover of this world, nor anxiously solicitous about future events. Nevertheless, he considers himself as obliged, by the laws of nature, reason, and the gospel, to provide for those of his own house. He is not solicitous to heap up so much wealth for them as may be likely to make them idle, proud, and luxurious; but only so much as may fix them comfortably in the world; in that middle station which may be most friendly to their piety and happiness. He rejoiceth in that declaration of Solomon, The just man walketh in his integrity: his children are blessed after him; and he dieth with a full persuasion that it will be confirmed to his children.
2. It is a greater pleasure to him to leave his descendants in unity and love. Contentions and quarrels, between whomsoever they happen, are grievous to all the sons of peace, dishonourable to religion and injurious to its power; but between those of the same stock and family they are most shameful and pernicious. The aged saint, when he is going to the world of peace, is delighted to see his descendants loving as brethren, courteous and kind one to another.
3. It is his greatest joy to leave his descendants in the way of holiness, and zealous for the support of religion. A wise son, saith Solomon, maketh a glad father. The father of a wise child rejoiceth in him: especially when he is quitting the stage of life, and can do no more for the Church of God than pour out his prayers for its prosperity.
II. Why such a prospect giveth so much joy to aged and dying Christians.
1. This joy ariseth, in part, from their natural love to their descendants. God hath implanted in all creatures a strong affection to their offspring, in order that they may preserve and sustain them till they are capable of providing for themselves. This natural instinct or affection is, in good men, sanctified by religion.
2. The concern which aged Christians feel for the honour of God and Christ, and for the continuance and spread of religion, increaseth this joy. The great object of a good mans desire is, that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ; that His perfections may be seen and manifested in the world, especially by the spread of His glorious gospel; and that He may receive that reverence, homage, and love, which is due to Him from all His rational, especially His redeemed, creatures.
3. His prospect of meeting his pious descendants again in the heavenly world. It is a most reviving and glorious consolation which the gospel affords to dying saints, that when they part with pious friends and relatives, it is not an eternal separation; it is indeed but a short one. For when Christ shall be revealed from heaven, there shall be a gathering together of all His saints unto Him; and He will so range and dispose them in the heavenly mansions, that those who were united in the bonds of pious friendship here, shall be happy in the renewed acquaintance and society of each other, and shall be ever with one another and with the Lord.
III. Inferences.
1. It should be the earnest desire, and diligent care, of all parents, that they may have this joy.
2. Aged Christians who have this joy ought to be very thankful. Bless the Lord God of Israel, as David did, that He hath given you dutiful and religions children, and spared you to be witnesses of their holy conversation.
3. It is the duty of young persons to fulfil their parents joy. Let them be solicitous to cherish and manifest those graces and dispositions which will afford their parents much comfort, especially when they are aged and dying. The father of the righteous, saith Solomon, shall greatly rejoice, and he that begetteth a wise child shall have joy of him. Thy father and thy mother shall be glad, and she that bare thee shall rejoice. (J. Orton, S. T. P.)
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Adonijah learns that Solomon is the new king.
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Kerethites ... Pelethites
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1:42-49 Solomon was proclaimed as king and warmly welcomed by the people. Adonijah and his followers panicked and fled, aborting the attempted coup.
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