1Ki 1:52 | NETfull | STEP | Solomon said, “If he is a loyal subject, not a hair of his head will be harmed, but if he is found to be a traitor, he will die.”

1 Kings 1:52

52 Solomon said, “If he is a loyal subject, ^{▼▼ Heb “if he is a man of strength [or ability].” In this context, where Adonijah calls himself a “servant,” implying allegiance to the new king, the phrase אִישׁ חַיִל (’ish khayil) probably carries the sense of “a worthy man,” that is, “loyal” (see HALOT 311 s.v. חַיִל).} not a hair of his head will be harmed, but if he is found to be a traitor, ^{▼▼ Heb “but if evil is found in him.”} he will die.”