Then the king commanded Benaiah son of Jehoiada, and he went out and struck Shimei down, and he died. So the kingdom was established in Solomon’s hand.
Solomon son of David strengthened his hold on his kingdom. The Lord his God was with him and highly exalted him.
Solomon sat on the throne of his father David, and his kingship was firmly established.
By justice a king brings stability to a land, but a person who demands ‘contributions’ demolishes it.
but King Solomon will be blessed, and David’s throne will remain established before the Lord for ever.’
Then King Solomon dispatched Benaiah son of Jehoiada, who struck down Adonijah, and he died.
Benaiah son of Jehoiada went up, struck down Joab, and put him to death. He was buried at his house in the wilderness.
Remove the wicked from the king’s presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness.