We have again in verse 1, another connection between Solomon and Joshua. The Chronicler wants you to see that the transition from David to Solomon is very much like the transition from Moses to Joshua. Moses wanted to lead Israel into the land – but God did not allow him to do so. David wanted to build a temple for the LORD – but God did not allow him to do so.
But in both cases, God raised up a successor who would complete the work they wanted to do. And in both cases identical language used in their commissioning:
Both Joshua and Solomon are told:
“Be strong and courageous” – Dt 31:7, 23; Josh 1:6, 7, 9 (1 Chron 22:13, 28:20) - “Do not be frightened or dismayed” – Dt 31:8, Josh 1:9 (1 Chron 22:13, 28:20) - “the LORD your God is with you.” – Dt 31:6-8, Josh 1:5 (1 Chron 28:20; 2 Chron 1:1)
Both Joshua and Solomon both enjoy wholehearted and immediate support from the people – Dt 34/Josh 1; 1 Chron 29. This last point calls for some comment: In 1 Kings we learned that Solomon had to deal promptly and quickly with an attempt by his brother, Adonijah, to gain the throne for himself – but with the help of his mother, Bathsheba, Solomon was able to overcome it.
But the Chronicler's point is that whatever minor intrigues may have taken place, Solomon received the overwhelming support of the people and the princes...
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