1 Kings 2:12

Verse 12

12. His (Solomon’s) kingdom was established greatly By the fact that he was chosen of God, and inaugurated and anointed in his father’s lifetime, and instructed by the wise counsels of David. He was also confirmed in his kingdom, as the writer proceeds to show, by the destruction of those who had conspired against him, and were at heart his enemies. Adonijah, Abiathar, Joab, and Shimei could not be trusted; and the kingdom was not safe with them at liberty. So the sacred writer at once informs us how these dangerous persons were taken out of the way.

Whedon's Commentary on the Bible

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Whedon's Commentary on the Bible

Daniel Whedon was born in 1808 in Onondaga, N.Y. Dr. Whedon was well qualified as a commentator. He was professor of Ancient Languages in Wesleyan University, studied law and had some years of pastoral experience. He was editor of the Methodist Quarterly Review for more than twenty years. Besides many articles for religious papers he was also the author of the well-known and important work, Freedom of the Will. Dr. Whedon was noted for his incisive, vigorous style, both as preacher and writer. He died at Atlantic Highlands, N.J., June 8, 1885.Whedon was a pivotal figure in the struggle between Calvinism and Arminianism in the nineteenth-centry America. As a result of his efforts, some historians have concluded that he was responsible for a new doctrine of man that was more dependent upon philosophical principles than scripture.... Show more

Dr. Daniel D. Whedon was a central figure in the struggle between Calvinism and Arminianism. He devoted 25 years to writing the New Testament commentaries. Other authors wrote the Old Testament commentaries with Whedon serving as the editor. Study the bible online.... Show more

Verse 12

Whedon's Commentary on the Bible

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