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Commentary Index | Return to PrayerRequest.comJamieson Fausset Brown Commentary - 1 Kings 1:8 - 1:8
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But Zadok the priest - He had been high priest in the tabernacle at Gibeon under Saul (1Ch 16:39). David, on his accession, had conjoined him and Abiathar equal in the exercise of their high functions (2Sa 8:17; 2Sa 15:24, 2Sa 15:29, 2Sa 15:35). But it is extremely probable that some cause of jealousy or discord between them had arisen, and hence each lent his countenance and support to opposite parties.
Benaiah - Distinguished for his bravery (1Sa 23:20), he had been appointed captain of the king’s bodyguard (2Sa 8:18; 2Sa 20:23; 1Ch 18:17), and was regarded by Joab as a rival.
Nathan the prophet - He was held in high estimation by David, and stood on the most intimate relations with the royal family (2Sa 12:25).
Shimei - probably the person of this name who was afterwards enrolled among Solomon’s great officers (1Ki 4:18).
Rei - supposed to be the same as Ira (2Sa 20:26).
and the mighty men - the select band of worthies.