KJV ORIGINAL
And he said unto them, Depart yet for three days, then come again to me. And the people departed.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
He told them, 'Go away for three days, then come back to me.' So the people left.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is showing how Rehoboam asked for three days to think about the people's request before giving his answer.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context, King Solomon had just died, and his son Rehoboam was about to ascend to the throne of Israel. The people, led by Jeroboam, approached Rehoboam to request relief from the heavy burdens and taxes imposed during Solomon's reign. Rehoboam told them to return in three days while he considered their plea, highlighting the tension in this pivotal moment of Israel's division.
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