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Version as of 22:55, 18 April 2018
David's Deathbed Instructions to Shelomo
Exegetical Approaches
Changing Circumstances
David asked Shelomo to deal with his opponents when he himself had not because circumstances had changed from one reign to the next. This position subdivides regarding what changed:
From Weakness to Strength
As much of David's reign was marked by turmoil and attempted rebellions, he never found himself in the position of strength needed to assassinate his opponents.
From Strength to Weakness
As David was a strong King, he had no need to kill his opponents and could keep them in check without bloodshed. Shelomo, though, was a young boy who would need to rid himself of any threats to his kingdom.
Change of Heart
During most of his reign, David maintained a policy of clemency towards his enemies, refusing to kill them. The stresses of the end of his life, however, made him rethink this policy and instruct Shelomo to act differently.
No Change
David's instructions to Shelomo were not a request to exterminate his enemies, and did not reflect a reversal of the policies of his own reign.
