Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on 1 Kings 2:12 in English Standard Version "So Solomon sat on the throne of David his father, and his kingdom was firmly established." 1Ch 29:23 Then Solomon sat on the throne of the Lord as king in place of David his father. And he prospered, and all Israel obeyed him. 2Ch 1:1 Solomon the son of David established himself in his kingdom, and the Lord his God was with him and made him exceedingly great.