1 Kings 2:1

1 Kings 2:1 in 10 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

1When the time drew near for David to die, he gave a charge to Solomon his son.

1As David’s time to die drew near, he commanded his son Solomon, saying,

1When David’s time to die approached, he gave instructions to Solomon his son, saying,

1As the time drew near for David to die, he charged his son Solomon,

1Now the days of David drew nigh that he should die; and he charged Solomon his son, saying,

1Then the dayes of Dauid drewe neere that he should die, and hee charged Salomon his sonne, saying,

1Now the days of David came near that he should die; and he commanded Solomon his son, saying,

1The time came near for David to die. So he gave orders to his son Solomon.

1David knew that he would soon die. So this is what he said to his son Solomon:

1And the days of David to die draw near, and he charges his son Solomon, saying,