47 And moreover the king’s servants came [a]to bless our lord king David, saying, God make the name of Solomon more famous than thy name, and exalt his throne above thy throne: therefore the king worshipped upon the [b]bed.

48 And thus said the king also, Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, who hath made one to sit on my throne this day, even in my sight.

49 Then all the guests that were with Adonijah, were afraid, and rose up, and went every man his way.

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Footnotes

  1. 1 Kings 1:47 To salute him, and to pray and praise God for him.
  2. 1 Kings 1:47 He gave God thanks for the good success.

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