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The sister of Tahpenes bore him Genubath his son, whom Tahpenes weaned in Pharaoh`s house; and Genubath was in Pharaoh`s house among the sons of Pharaoh.

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An Enemy Raised as Royalty

Commentators explain that Hadad's son, Genubath, was not just given refuge in Egypt; he was raised as a prince. The act of being 'weaned in Pharaoh's house' by the queen herself and living 'among the sons of Pharaoh' signified his formal adoption into the royal family. This highlights the immense honor and support given to Solomon's future enemy.

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 1 Kings 11:20

19th Century

Bishop

Genubath is similarly unknown. The weaning in the house of Pharaoh, no doubt with the customary festival (), indicated the admitta…

John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Kings 11:20

17th Century

Pastor

And the sister of Tahpenes bore him Genubath his son

Which signifies "stealth", and the name might be given in mem…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Kings 11:14–25

17th Century

Minister

While Solomon kept close to God and to his duty, there was no enemy to give him uneasiness; but here we have an account of two. If God is against u…