So the king did not hearken to the people; for it was a turn of affairs brought about by God that the LORD might fulfil his word, which he spoke by Ahi'jah the Shi'lonite to Jerobo'am the son of Nebat.

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

The cause was from God.It was brought about by God. Literally, it was a turn or turning-point (o…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

(See Gill on 1 Kings 12:15).

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

Moderate counsels are wisest and best. Gentleness will do what violence will not do. Most people like to be addressed mildly. Good words cost only …

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