1 Kings 11:10 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And had commanded him concerning this thing, that he should not go after other gods: but he kept not that which the LORD commanded.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

God had specifically commanded him about this very thing - that he should not worship other gods. But he did not obey what the LORD had commanded.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse shows that Solomon disobeyed God's direct command not to worship other gods, despite receiving clear instructions.

📚 Historical Context

This refers to King Solomon, who despite his legendary wisdom, began worshipping the foreign gods of his many wives from other nations. God had explicitly warned the Israelites against following other gods, and had given Solomon specific instructions about this when he became king. Solomon's disobedience marked the beginning of Israel's spiritual decline and eventual division of the kingdom.

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