As the LORD hath been with my lord the king, even so be he with Solomon, and make his throne greater than the throne of my lord king David.
Just as the LORD has been with my master the king, may he also be with Solomon, and make his throne even greater than the throne of my master King David.
This verse is a blessing spoken over Solomon, asking God to be with him as king and make his reign even more successful than his father David's.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of 1 Kings, King David is at the end of his life, and there is a power struggle for the throne of Israel as his son Adonijah attempts to claim it for himself. David had previously promised the throne to his son Solomon, leading to intervention from figures like the prophet Nathan and Bathsheba to ensure Solomon's anointing. This verse features a blessing pronounced for Solomon, expressing hope that God would support him as He had David and elevate his reign even further.
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