1 Kings 2:11-13

Expanded Bible

¹¹ He had ·ruled [reigned] over Israel forty years—seven years in Hebron and thirty-three years in Jerusalem.

¹² Solomon ·became king after [^Lsat on the throne of] David, his father, and ·he was in firm control of [firmly established] his ·kingdom [rule].

Solomon’s Reign Begins

¹³ At this time Adonijah son of Haggith went to Bathsheba, Solomon’s mother. “Do you come in peace?” Bathsheba asked.

“Yes, ·this is a peaceful visit [^Lin peace],” Adonijah answered.