Verse 23
23. He dealt wisely That is, with his other sons, so as to avert the dangers that might have otherwise accrued. Had he not been shrewd and careful so to scatter his children, and give them princely livings in separate cities, they might have had abundant opportunity to become jealous of Abijah, and to plot rebellion.
Gave them victuals in abundance So that they might live in princely state, and have no desire to attempt to gain the crown.
He desired many wives Rather, he asked for a multitude of wives; that is, wives for his sons, that he might thus further promote their pleasure and contentment. In all these measures Rehoboam showed himself a shrewd and skillful ruler.
Be the first to react on this!
