1)

Why was Yonason not with Adoniyahu from the beginning?

1.

Malbim: He remained in the city to spy what will happen when they gather outside the city to make Adoniyahu king.

2)

What is the meaning of "Ish Chayil Atah"?

1.

Radak: You are zealous and good.

2.

Radak citing Targum Yonasan: You fear sin. I.e. you have strength to suppress your Yetzer [ha'Ra].

3)

Why does being an Ish Chayil imply that he has good tidings?

1.

Malbim: Presumably, he gathered Giborim of the king and blew the Shofar amidst rejoicing over Adoniyahu's kingship.

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