KJV ORIGINAL
And Adonijah feared because of Solomon, and arose, and went, and caught hold on the horns of the altar.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Adonijah became afraid because of Solomon, so he got up and went and grabbed hold of the corners of the altar.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Adonijah was terrified of what Solomon might do to him, so he ran to the altar seeking God's protection and mercy.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during the succession crisis when David was dying and his son Adonijah had tried to make himself king without David's approval. When David officially named Solomon as his successor instead, Adonijah realized he was in serious trouble for his rebellion. The horns (corners) of the altar were considered a place of sanctuary in ancient Israel, where people could seek refuge and divine protection from enemies or punishment.
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