Zadok the priest took the horn of oil from the tabernacle and anointed Solomon. Then they blew the ram's horn, and all the people proclaimed, "Long live King Solomon!" Zadok the priestZadok descended from Aaron through Eleazar and served David faithfully alongside Nathan the prophet. His participation distinguished Solomon’s accession from Adonijah’s self-exaltation and upheld the priestly support of God’s chosen king. 1Ki 2:35 And the king appointed Benaiah son of Jehoiada…
2Sa 20:25 Sheva was the scribe; Zadok and Abiathar were priests;
2Sa 15:35 Will not Zadok and Abiathar the priests be there with you?…
took the horn of oil The oil was kept for sacred use and was carried in a horn, a fitting vessel for a royal consecration. Anointing marked Solomon as set apart by God for the office he was about to receive. 1Sa 16:1 Now the LORD said to Samuel, How long are you going to mourn…
1Sa 16:13 So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him…
2Ki 9:1-3 Elisha the prophet summoned one of the sons of the prophets…
from the tabernacle The oil came from the sanctuary connected with Israel’s worship, showing that Solomon’s enthronement was not merely a political act. God’s presence and covenant purposes stood behind David’s appointed successor. Exo 40:9-11 Take the anointing oil and anoint the tabernacle…
Lev 8:10-12 Moses took the anointing oil and anointed the tabernacle…
Exo 30:25-29 Prepare from these a sacred anointing oil, a fragrant blend…
and anointed Solomon. Zadok’s anointing publicly confirmed David’s command and God’s choice of Solomon. The Davidic throne would continue through Solomon, preserving the royal line from which the promised Messiah would come. 1Ch 29:22 That day they ate and drank with great joy…
1Ch 23:1 When David was old and full of years, he installed…
1Ki 2:12 So Solomon sat on the throne of his father David,…
Then they blew the ram’s horn, The shofar announced the king’s installation before the gathered people. Its sound summoned Israel to recognize a decisive moment in the preservation of David’s kingdom. 2Ki 9:13 Quickly, each man took his garment and put it under Jehu…
2Ki 11:14 And she looked out and saw the king standing by the pillar,…
2Ch 23:13 And she looked and saw the king standing by his pillar…
and all the people proclaimed, “Long live King Solomon!” The people’s acclamation united Jerusalem behind Solomon and rejected Adonijah’s rival claim. Their response affirmed the king whom David had appointed and whom God had established. 1Sa 10:24 Samuel said to all the people, “Do you see the one…
2Ki 11:12 Then Jehoiada brought out the king’s son,…
2Ch 23:11 Then Jehoiada and his sons brought out the king’s son…
Persons / Places / Events 1. Zadok the PriestA faithful priest during King David's reign, Zadok played a crucial role in anointing Solomon as king, signifying divine approval and continuity of David's line. 2. SolomonThe son of David and Bathsheba, Solomon was chosen by God to succeed David as king. His anointing marked the beginning of a reign known for wisdom and prosperity. 3. The Horn of OilA sacred object used for anointing, symbolizing the Holy Spirit's empowerment and God's blessing upon the anointed individual. 4. The TabernacleThe dwelling place of God among the Israelites, where sacred objects were kept, including the horn of oil used for anointing. 5. The Ram’s Horn (Shofar)A musical instrument used in Israelite culture to signal important events, such as the coronation of a king, symbolizing a call to attention and celebration. Teaching Points Divine AppointmentGod chooses and anoints leaders according to His purpose. Just as Solomon was chosen, believers are called to recognize and submit to God's appointed leadership. Symbolism of AnointingAnointing with oil represents the Holy Spirit's presence and empowerment. Christians are called to seek the Spirit's guidance and strength in their lives. Celebration of God’s WillThe blowing of the ram’s horn and the people's proclamation highlight the joy and unity in accepting God's will. Believers should celebrate and support God's plans with enthusiasm. Continuity of God’s PromisesSolomon's anointing fulfills God's promise to David, reminding believers of God's faithfulness to His word. Trust in God's promises is essential for a life of faith. Bible Study Questions 1. How does the anointing of Solomon by Zadok the priest reflect God's sovereignty in leadership selection? 2. In what ways does the symbolism of the horn of oil and the ram’s horn apply to the life of a believer today? 3. How can we, as Christians, ensure that we are celebrating and supporting God's will in our communities? 4. What parallels can be drawn between the anointing of Solomon and the anointing of Jesus, and how do these events shape our understanding of divine appointment? 5. How does the fulfillment of God's promise to David through Solomon's anointing encourage us to trust in God's promises in our own lives? Connections to Other Scriptures 1 Samuel 16:13The anointing of David by Samuel, which parallels Solomon's anointing, showing the continuity of God's chosen leadership. Psalm 89:20God's covenant with David, promising that his descendants would continue to rule, fulfilled in Solomon's anointing. Matthew 3:16-17The anointing of Jesus at His baptism, where the Holy Spirit descends, drawing a parallel to the anointing of kings in the Old Testament. People Abiathar, Abishag, Absalom, Adonijah, Bathsheba, Benaiah, Cherethites, David, Haggith, Jehoiada, Joab, Jonathan, Kerethites, Nathan, Pelethites, Rei, Shimei, Solomon, Zadok, ZeruiahPlaces En-rogel, Gihon, Jerusalem, Serpent's StoneTopics Anointed, Anointeth, Blew, Blow, Holy, Horn, Oil, Priest, Ram's, Sacred, Save, Shouted, Solomon, Sounded, Tabernacle, Taketh, Tent, Trumpet, Vessel, ZadokDictionary of Bible Themes 1 Kings 1:39 2206 Jesus, the Christ
2230 Messiah, coming of
4488 oil
4654 horn
5421 musical instruments
5528 shouting
5595 trumpet
7304 anointing
7328 ceremonies 1 Kings 1:5-53 5087 David, reign of 1 Kings 1:28-40 5366 king 1 Kings 1:38-40 5119 Solomon, life of
5314 flute 1 Kings 1:39-40 8288 joy, of Israel Library David Appointing Solomon
'Then king David answered and said, Call me Bath-sheba. And she came into the king's presence, and stood before the king. 29. And the king sware, and said, As the Lord liveth, that hath redeemed my soul out of all distress, 30. Even as I sware unto thee by the Lord God of Israel, saying, Assuredly Solomon thy son shall reign after me, and he shall sit upon my throne in my stead; even so will I certainly do this day. 31. Then Bath-sheba bowed with her face to the earth, and did reverence to the king, …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy ScriptureGihon, the Same with the Fountain of Siloam.
I. In 1 Kings 1:33,38, that which is, in the Hebrew, "Bring ye Solomon to Gihon: and they brought him to Gihon"; is rendered by the Chaldee, "Bring ye him to Siloam: and they brought him to Siloam." Where Kimchi thus; "Gihon is Siloam, and it is called by a double name. And David commanded, that they should anoint Solomon at Gihon for a good omen, to wit, that, as the waters of the fountain are everlasting, so might his kingdom be." So also the Jerusalem writers; "They do not anoint the king, but …
John Lightfoot—From the Talmud and Hebraica Adonijah
BY REV. ALFRED ROWLAND, D.D., LL.B. It is notorious that the sons of devout men sometimes prove a curse to their parents, and bring dishonour on the cause of God. When Eve rejoiced over her first-born, she little suspected that passions were sleeping within him which would impel him to slay his own brother; and the experience of the first mother has been repeated, though in different forms, in all lands and in all ages. Isaac's heart was rent by the deceit of Jacob, and by the self-will of Esau. …
George Milligan—Men of the Bible; Some Lesser-Known Whether Prayer Should be Vocal?
Objection 1: It would seem that prayer ought not to be vocal. As stated above [3025](A[4]), prayer is addressed chiefly to God. Now God knows the language of the heart. Therefore it is useless to employ vocal prayer. Objection 2: Further, prayer should lift man's mind to God, as stated above (A[1], ad 2). But words, like other sensible objects, prevent man from ascending to God by contemplation. Therefore we should not use words in our prayers. Objection 3: Further, prayer should be offered to God …
Saint Thomas Aquinas—Summa Theologica The Reign of David.
2 Sam.; 1 Chron. Chs. 11-29; 1 K 1:1-2:11. His Reign over Judah. The reign of David is divided into two parts. The first part was over Judah, with the capitol at Hebron, and lasted seven and one-half years. During this period Ishbosheth, son of Saul, reigned over Israel in the North. It is probable that both of these kings were regarded as vassals of the Philistines and paid tribute. On account of rival leaders, there was constant warfare between these two rival kings. The kingdom of Judah, however, …
Josiah Blake Tidwell—The Bible Period by Period The Fact of the Redeemer's Return was Typified in the Lives of Joseph and Solomon.
In the Old Testament there are numerous references to the Second Coming of Christ, references both direct and typical, but in every instance it was His return to the earth which was in view. The secret coming of Christ into the air, to catch up the saints to Himself, was an event quite unknown to the Old Testament prophets, an event kept secret until revealed by God to the apostle Paul who, when writing to the Corinthians upon this particular aspect of our subject, said, "Behold, I show you a mystery …
Arthur W. Pink—The Redeemer's Return Of Justification by Faith. Both the Name and the Reality Defined.
Sections. 1. Connection between the doctrine of Justification and that of Regeneration. The knowledge of this doctrine very necessary for two reasons. 2. For the purpose of facilitating the exposition of it, the terms are explained. 1. What it is to be justified in the sight of God. 2. To be justified by works. 3. To be justified by faith. Definition. 3. Various meanings of the term Justification. 1. To give praise to God and truth. 2. To make a vain display of righteousness. 3. To impute righteousness …
John Calvin—The Institutes of the Christian Religion Prov. 22:06 the Duties of Parents
"Train up a child in the way he should go; and when he is old, he will not depart from it."--Prov. 22:6. I SUPPOSE that most professing Christians are acquainted with the text at the head of this page. The sound of it is probably familiar to your ears, like an old tune. It is likely you have heard it, or read it, talked of it, or quoted it, many a time. Is it not so? But, after all, how little is the substance of this text regarded! The doctrine it contains appears scarcely known, the duty it puts …
John Charles Ryle—The Upper Room: Being a Few Truths for the Times Tit. 2:06 Thoughts for Young Men
WHEN St. Paul wrote his Epistle to Titus about his duty as a minister, he mentioned young men as a class requiring peculiar attention. After speaking of aged men and aged women, and young women, he adds this pithy advice, "Young men likewise exhort to be sober-minded" (Tit. 2:6). I am going to follow the Apostle's advice. I propose to offer a few words of friendly exhortation to young men. I am growing old myself, but there are few things I remember so well as the days of my youth. I have a most …
John Charles Ryle—The Upper Room: Being a Few Truths for the Times Christ a Complete Saviour:
OR, THE INTERCESSION OF CHRIST, AND WHO ARE PRIVILEGED IN IT. BY JOHN BUNYAN Advertisement by the Editor. However strange it may appear, it is a solemn fact, that the heart of man, unless prepared by a sense of the exceeding sinfulness of sin, rejects Christ as a complete Saviour. The pride of human nature will not suffer it to fall, as helpless and utterly undone, into the arms of Divine mercy. Man prefers a partial Saviour; one who had done so much, that, with the sinner's aid, the work might be …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3 Kings
The book[1] of Kings is strikingly unlike any modern historical narrative. Its comparative brevity, its curious perspective, and-with some brilliant exceptions--its relative monotony, are obvious to the most cursory perusal, and to understand these things is, in large measure, to understand the book. It covers a period of no less than four centuries. Beginning with the death of David and the accession of Solomon (1 Kings i., ii.) it traverses his reign with considerable fulness (1 Kings iii.-xi.), …
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