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All Israel shall mourn for him, and bury him; for he only of Jeroboam shall come to the grave, because in him there is found some good thing toward Yahweh, the God of Israel, in the house of Jeroboam.

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Grace in a Corrupt House

Commentators explain that the 'good thing' found in Jeroboam's son was a genuine piety and affection for the true worship of God. In a household defined by idolatry, this young prince showed a desire for God, demonstrating that His grace can work powerfully even in the most corrupt environments.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 1 Kings 14:13

18th Century

Theologian

The child was evidently a prince of some promise. It is probable that he was heir to the throne.

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 1 Kings 14:13

19th Century

Bishop

Because in him there is found some good thing. —There is something particularly moving in this declaration of early death…

John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Kings 14:13

17th Century

Pastor

And all Israel shall mourn for him, and bury him
Give him an honourable interment, and follow him to the grave with …

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Kings 14:7–20

17th Century

Minister

Whether we keep an account of God's mercies to us or not, he does; and he will set them in order before us, if we are ungrateful, to our greater co…