1 Kings 2:45,46 - Joseph Benson’s Commentary on the Old and New Testaments

Bible Comments

The throne of David To which Shimei had wished confusion; the royal power and dignity conferred upon him and his heirs. Shall be established By the execution of such righteous judgments as this. Before the Lord for ever In the presence of that God who is both an observer and rewarder of all such righteous actions; or under his inspection, and by his blessing. Which went out Carrying Shimei along with him to the place of execution, which was to be in the king's presence. The kingdom was established in the hand of Solomon His secret and worst enemies being taken out of the way.

1 Kings 2:45-46

45 And king Solomon shall be blessed, and the throne of David shall be established before the LORD for ever.

46 So the king commanded Benaiah the son of Jehoiada; which went out, and fell upon him, that he died. And the kingdom was established in the hand of Solomon.