1:41-3
Adonijah’s “party” was going on at the same time, and they heard all the noise accompanying David’s pronouncement. Joab wondered what was going on. Adonijah was somewhat complacent, and expected Jonathan, son of Abiathar the priest, to bring good news. He also described him as “a worthy man”. Jonathan, however, did not have good news for Adonijah, and he announced that David had made Solomon king!
1:44-48
Jonathan goes on to list all the officials who are with David, and therefore backing his move. Moreover, the people of the city were rejoicing at the news. Solomon had taken his seat on the throne, so it was now effectively a “done deal”. The royal officials were also supporting the move. So the picture was one of widespread support for Solomon becoming king. David was for it, the officials and confidants of David were for it, the people were for it.
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