1)

Why should Shlomo swear today?

1.

Malbim: The custom is that kings pardon transgression on the day they become king, for it is a day of Chesed. Therefore, he should swear today, especially since I was immediately submissive [to him].

2)

Why did he say "Im Yamis Es Avdo be'Charev"?

1.

Radak: I am afraid and unsure about this. Let him swear not to kill me!

2.

Malbim: A king may kill only via the sword. He should swear] not to kill me for my rebellion.

Sefer: Perek: Pasuk:
Month: Day: Year:
Month: Day: Year:

KIH Logo
D.A.F. Home Page
Sponsorships & DonationsReaders' FeedbackMailing ListsTalmud ArchivesAsk the KollelDafyomi WeblinksDafyomi CalendarOther Yomi calendars