1 Kings 2:11-13

Contemporary English Version

David Dies

^10-11 (A) David was king of Israel 40 years. He ruled 7 years from Hebron and 33 years from Jerusalem. Then he died and was buried in Jerusalem.^{[a] 12 (B)} His son Solomon became king and took control of David's kingdom.

Adonijah Is Killed

¹³ One day, Adonijah went to see Bathsheba, Solomon's mother, and she asked, “Is this a friendly visit?”

“Yes.