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1 Kings 1:7 · KJV

"And he conferred with Joab the son of Zeruiah, and with Abiathar the priest: and they following Adonijah helped him."

King James Version

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Passage Context

5Then Adonijah the son of Haggith exalted himself, saying, I will be king: and he prepared him chariots and horsemen, and fifty men to run before him.
6And his father had not displeased him at any time in saying, Why hast thou done so? and he also was a very goodly man; and his mother bare him after Absalom.
7And he conferred with Joab the son of Zeruiah, and with Abiathar the priest: and they following Adonijah helped him.
8But Zadok the priest, and Benaiah the son of Jehoiada, and Nathan the prophet, and Shimei, and Rei, and the mighty men which belonged to David, were not with Adonijah.
9And Adonijah slew sheep and oxen and fat cattle by the stone of Zoheleth, which is by En-rogel, and called all his brethren the king's sons, and all the men of Judah the king's servants:

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to authority figures in your life?

2

What does loyalty mean for you in your relationships?

3

When have you felt torn between two leaders or opinions?

Life Application

loyalty

Consider where your loyalties lie and if they align with your values.

decision-making

Reflect on the influences in your life and how they guide your choices.

People in This Verse

AbiatharOT

Abiathar was a priest and a supporter of King David. He was one of the few survivors of Saul's massacre of the priests at Nob.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 22:20

AdonijahOT

The fourth son of David who attempted to usurp the throne, demonstrating ambition and a desire for power. His actions led to significant consequences within the royal family.

First appearance: 2 Samuel 3:4

JoabOT

Joab was David's military commander, known for his fierce loyalty and strategic mind. His decisions often shaped the course of battles during David's reign.

First appearance: 1 Samuel 26:6

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