Then sat Solomon upon the throne of David his father; and his kingdom was established greatly.
Then sat Solomon upon the throne of David his father. His ascension to the royal dignity was made under the happiest auspices. Having been born after his father became monarch of the whole kingdom, his claim, according to the notions of Oriental people, was preferable to that of all, even his older brothers. The Hebrew kingdom enjoyed internal prosperity; it was respected and renowned abroad; and Solomon well knew how to improve these advantages.