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1 Kings 2:45-46
Living Bible
1 Kings 2:45-46
Living Bible
45 but may I receive God’s rich blessings, and may one of David’s descendants always sit upon this throne.”
46 Then, at the king’s command, Benaiah took Shimei outside and killed him.
So Solomon’s grip upon the kingdom became secure.
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1 Kings 2:45-46
New International Version
1 Kings 2:45-46
New International Version
45 But King Solomon will be blessed, and David’s throne will remain secure(A) before the Lord forever.”
46 Then the king gave the order to Benaiah(B) son of Jehoiada, and he went out and struck Shimei(C) down and he died.
The kingdom was now established(D) in Solomon’s hands.
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