Three years - that is, during the first three years of Rehoboam’s reign. In the fourth year, an apostasy took place which neutralized all th…

So they strengthened ... three years — that is, during the first three years of the reign. “There is no ground for suspec…

That was good while it lasted; but sadly, it did not continue long.

So they strengthened the kingdom of Judah
Made it more numerous, and in a better condition to defend itself:

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When the priests and Levites came to Jerusalem, the devout, pious Israelites followed them. Those who set their hearts to seek the Lord God of Isra…