The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 144: David's Last Words (2025)
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May 24, 2025 David’s final words to Solomon are filled with poignant advice, urging loyalty and justice as the young king prepares for his reign. The discussion highlights Bathsheba’s significant role as queen mother, hinting at Mary’s foreshadowing in the New Testament. Listeners learn about Solomon’s ambitious plans for a grand temple, showcasing intricate designs and materials. Themes of faithfulness, caution, and the need for unwavering trust in God resonate throughout, encouraging reflection on leadership and legacy.
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David's Last Words and Example
- David's last words to Solomon include advice to deal justly with certain men loyal to him or dangerous to the kingdom.
- Despite good advice, David's own distant example and divided heart may pose challenges for Solomon to follow.
Adonijah's Power Play Exposed
- Adonijah's request for Abishag is a strategic power move to claim legitimacy as Solomon's rival.
- Bathsheba uses this request to alert Solomon to Adonijah's ongoing plotting and political threat.
Role of the Queen Mother
- The queen in ancient Israel is the king's mother, not his wife, because the king has many wives but one mother.
- Solomon honors Bathsheba with a throne and seat at his right hand, reflecting the role of the queen mother or Gebirah.