Adonijah (jan 27, 970 BC – feb 19, 970 BC)
Description:
After the death of his two older brothers, Amnon and Absalom, Adonijah proclaimed himself as king over Israel, but quickly gave up the throne to Solomon (see 1 Kings 1:5-53).He did not reign long enough to lead the people into evil or righteousness.
Extra Detail:
Adonijah was the fourth son of David, and his mother's name was Haggith.
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Date:
jan 27, 970 BC
feb 19, 970 BC
~ 23 days