1 Kings 1:49

Contemporary English Version 1995

Adonijah's guests shook with fear when they heard this news, and they left as fast as they could.

Cross References

Proverbs 28:1

Wicked people run away when no one chases them, but those who live right are as brave as lions.

1 Kings 1:48

and prayed, “I praise you, Lord God of Israel. You have made my son Solomon king and have let me live to see it.”

1 Kings 1:50

Adonijah himself was afraid of what Solomon might do to him, so he ran to the sacred tent and grabbed hold of the corners of the altar for protection.

Proverbs 24:21

My children, you must respect the Lord and the king, and you must not make friends with anyone who rebels against either of them.

Proverbs 24:22

Who knows what sudden disaster the Lord or a ruler might bring?