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Your father made our yoke grievous: now therefore make you the grievous service of your father, and his heavy yoke which he put on us, lighter, and we will serve you.
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The Wisdom of Gentle Leadership
Matthew Henry's commentary highlights that the people's request was not a rebellion, but a plea for moderation. He notes that gentleness and 'good words' can achieve what force cannot. This serves as a timeless lesson for leaders: listening to reasonable requests and responding with kindness is wiser and more effective than ruling through harshness and pride.
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2 Chronicles
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The narrative from the book of Kings is repeated with only slight verbal differences.
19th Century
Anglican
Made ... grievous ... ease thou. —Made hard ... lighten.
Now therefore. — And now.
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
(See Gill on 1 Kings 12:4).
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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 …
