1 Kings 2:25

And king Solomon sent by the hand of Benaiah the sonne of Iehoiada, and he fell vpon him that he died.
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan

So King Solomon sent Benaiah the son of Jehoiada; and he fell upon him so that he died.
- New American Standard Version (1995)

And king Solomon sent by Benaiah the son of Jehoiada; and he fell upon him, so that he died.
- American Standard Version (1901)

And King Solomon sent Benaiah, the son of Jehoiada, and he made an attack on him and put him to death.
- Basic English Bible

And king Solomon sent by the hand of Benaiah the son of Jehoiada; who fell on him, that he died.
- Darby Bible

And king Solomon sent by the hand of Benaiah the son of Jehoiada; and he fell upon him that he died.
- Webster's Bible

King Solomon sent by Benaiah the son of Jehoiada; and he fell on him, so that he died.
- World English Bible

And king Solomon sendeth by the hand of Benaiah son of Jehoiada, and he falleth upon him, and he dieth.
- Youngs Literal Bible

And king Solomon sent by the hand of Benaiah the son of Jehoiada; and he fell upon him, so that he died.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible

Wesley's Notes for 1 Kings 2:25

2:25 Benaiah - For the execution of justice was not then committed toobscure persons, as now it is; but to persons of great honour and authority.It is far from clear, that Solomon did right herein, or that Adonijahhad any ill design in asking Abishag.