2 Chronicles 11:5 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And Rehoboam dwelt in Jerusalem, and built cities for defence in Judah.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Rehoboam lived in Jerusalem and built fortified cities throughout Judah to protect his kingdom.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse shows Rehoboam taking practical steps to strengthen and defend his territory after the kingdom of Israel split in two.

📚 Historical Context

This occurred after Solomon's death when his son Rehoboam became king, but his harsh policies caused ten tribes to rebel and form the northern kingdom of Israel under Jeroboam. Rehoboam was left ruling only the southern kingdom of Judah and Benjamin, so he fortified cities to protect his remaining territory from potential attacks.

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