KJV ORIGINAL
And when Samlah was dead, Shaul of Rehoboth by the river reigned in his stead.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
When Samlah died, Shaul from Rehoboth by the river became king in his place.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse records the succession of kings in Edom, showing how leadership passed from one ruler to the next when Samlah died and Shaul took his place.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of a genealogical record in 1 Chronicles that traces the kings of Edom, a nation that descended from Esau (Jacob's brother). These Edomite kings ruled before Israel had any kings of their own. The chronicler included these records to show God's sovereignty over all nations and to provide a complete historical framework for understanding Israel's place among the surrounding peoples.
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