Which of Solomon's brothers had earlier tried to claim the throne with the backing of some of David's officials?
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Correct answer: Adonijah
Adonijah, David's fourth son, attempted to make himself king with the support of Joab and Abiathar. 1 Chronicles 29:24 notes that afterward all of King David's sons pledged their allegiance to Solomon.
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