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The Wisdom of Seeking Counsel
Commentators agree that Rehoboam's initial action was wise and prudent. He consulted the experienced "old men" who had served as his father Solomon's counselors. This act aligns with the biblical principle of seeking guidance from those with a proven track record of wisdom, as Solomon himself had valued.
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Kings 12:6
18th Century
Theologian
The old men who stood before his father Solomon—Perhaps these were “the princes” of 1 Kings 4:2. Solomon placed great value on g…
Charles Spurgeon
On 1 Kings 12:6–8
19th Century
Preacher
He was probably a man forty years of age, and therefore no longer young; but he had all the while been playing the part of a young man. He had not …
John Gill
On 1 Kings 12:6
17th Century
Pastor
And King Rehoboam consulted with the old men that stood before
Solomon his father, while he yet lived
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Kings 12:1–15
17th Century
Minister
The tribes did not complain to Rehoboam about his father's idolatry and rebellion against God. What was the greatest grievance was no grievance to …