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1 Kings 1:16 Β· KJV

"And Bath-sheba bowed, and did obeisance unto the king. And the king said, What wouldest thou?"

King James Version

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Passage Context

14Behold, while thou yet talkest there with the king, I also will come in after thee, and confirm thy words.
15And Bath-sheba went in unto the king into the chamber: and the king was very old; and Abishag the Shunammite ministered unto the king.
16And Bath-sheba bowed, and did obeisance unto the king. And the king said, What wouldest thou?
17And she said unto him, My lord, thou swarest by the LORD thy God unto thine handmaid, saying, Assuredly Solomon thy son shall reign after me, and he shall sit upon my throne.
18And now, behold, Adonijah reigneth; and now, my lord the king, thou knowest it not:

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you show respect to authority figures in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to seek guidance from someone in power?

3

When have you felt the need to advocate for yourself or others?

Life Application

advocacy

Consider how you can advocate for yourself or others in difficult situations.

respect

Reflect on the importance of showing respect in your interactions with authority.

People in This Verse

Bath-shebaOT

Bath-sheba was the wife of King David and the mother of Solomon. Her role in the court was pivotal during the transition of power.

First appearance: 2 Samuel 11:3

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