1Ki 1:50-51 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for 1Kgs 1:50-53: 1:50-53 Fearing for his life, Adonijah sought refuge at the horns (projections at the corners) of the altar (Exod 27:2 ), hoping for mercy according to biblical precedent (cp. Exod 21:12-14 ). However, such protection was provided only for unintentional homicide, so Adonijah’s treason could only be forgiven by the king. Solomon treated him graciously on the condition that he remain loyal. Appearances aside, Adonijah was still looking for ways to usurp the kingship and was later killed as a troublemaker (1 Kgs 2:13-25 ).

a1:50-53►

bExod 27:2►

cExod 21:12-14►

d1 Kgs 2:13-25►

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Summary for 1Kgs 1:50-53: 1:50-53 ^a Fearing for his life, Adonijah sought refuge at the horns (projections at the corners) of the altar (Exod 27:2 ^b), hoping for mercy according to biblical precedent (cp. Exod 21:12-14 ^c). However, such protection was provided only for unintentional homicide, so Adonijah’s treason could only be forgiven by the king. Solomon treated him graciously on the condition that he remain loyal. Appearances aside, Adonijah was still looking for ways to usurp the kingship and was later killed as a troublemaker (1 Kgs 2:13-25 ^d).