2 Chronicles 11:3 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Speak unto Rehoboam the son of Solomon, king of Judah, and to all Israel in Judah and Benjamin, saying,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Tell Rehoboam, Solomon's son who is king of Judah, and tell all the people of Israel who live in Judah and Benjamin:

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse is setting up God's message that will be delivered to King Rehoboam and the people of the southern kingdom.

📚 Historical Context

In the historical context of 2 Chronicles, Rehoboam had just become king of Judah after his father Solomon's death, but the united kingdom of Israel had split into two due to Rehoboam's harsh response to the people's grievances, leaving him ruling only over Judah and Benjamin. God sent the prophet Shemaiah to deliver a message advising Rehoboam and his people not to wage war against the northern tribes, as this division was part of God's plan. This event highlights the role of divine intervention in the political affairs of ancient Israel during a period of national fragmentation.

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