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What Problem did King David have in his advanced years?
He could not get warm
Whose son was Adonijah?
David's
Which mighty warrior remained loyal to David?
Benaiah son of Jehoiada
Who was publicly proclaimed king by the people, who shouted, "Long live King Solomon!"?
Solomon
What was the name of the young woman chosen to care for King David?
Abishag the Shunammite
Which prophet opposed Adonijah and supported Solomon?
Nathan
Which priest remained loyal to David instead of supporting Adonijah?
Zadok
Which of David's sons had been born before Adonijah and were already dead?
Amnon and Absalom
Which son of David declared himself king without David's approval?
Adonijah
Where did Adonijah go seeking mercy after Solomon became king?
He took hold of the horns of the altar. (Temple)
What condition did Solomon place on Adonijah for him to live?
If he showed himself to be a worthy man, not a hair of his head would fall to the ground.
Who anointed Solomon king?
Zadok the priest and Nathan the prophet
What caused Adonijah's guests to become afraid and scatter?
They heard that Solomon had been made king.
Who supported Adonijah's attempt to become king?
Joab and Abiathar the priest
Who informed Bathsheba of Adonijah's actions?
Nathan the prophet
What promise did Bathsheba remind David that he had made?
That Solomon would reign after him.
Where did Adonijah hold a feast and sacrifice animals when he proclaimed himself king?
At the stone of Zoheleth near En Rogel
Which important people did Adonijah deliberately not invite to his feast?
Nathan, Benaiah, the mighty men, and Solomon
What animal did David order Solomon to ride during his anointing?
David's mule
At what location was Solomon anointed king?
Gihon