So Jeroboam and all the people came to Rehoboam the third day, as the king had appointed, saying, Come to me again the third day.
So Jeroboam and all the people came back to Rehoboam on the third day, just as the king had told them to do when he said, 'Come back to me in three days.'
The people returned to King Rehoboam on the appointed day, waiting to hear his decision about their request for lighter burdens.
📚 Historical Context
After Solomon's death, the Israelites, led by Jeroboam, approached Rehoboam to request relief from the heavy labor and taxes imposed during Solomon's reign. Rehoboam told them to return in three days for his answer, giving him time to seek advice. On the third day, they came back as instructed, setting the stage for Rehoboam's decision that ultimately led to the division of the kingdom.
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