John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - 1 Kings 4:5
And Azariah the son of Nathan was over the officers ,.... The twelve officers who provided food for Solomon's household after mentioned: and Zabud the son of Nathan ; another of the sons of Nathan the prophet: for he being a principal instrument of settling Solomon on the throne, had interest enough to promote his sons to the chief places of honour and trust: and this here was principal officer, and the king's friend ; a chief minister about him, very intimate with him, that... read more
Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - 1 Kings 4:1-19
Here we have, I. Solomon upon his throne (1 Kgs. 4:1): So king Solomon was king, that is, he was confirmed and established king over all Israel, and not, as his successors, only over two tribes. He was a king, that is, he did the work and duty of a king, with the wisdom God had given him. Those preserve the name and honour of their place that mind the business of it and make conscience of it. II. The great officers of his court, in the choice of whom, no doubt, his wisdom much appeared. It is... read more