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He dealt wisely, and dispersed of all his sons throughout all the lands of Judah and Benjamin, to every fortified city: and he gave them victuals in abundance. He sought [for them] many wives.
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A Wise Political Strategy
Commentators agree that Rehoboam acted wisely to secure a peaceful succession for his heir, Abijah. By strategically placing his other sons in charge of fortified cities, he prevented them from gathering in Jerusalem to plot a rebellion, a lesson likely learned from the turmoil during King David's succession.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Rehoboam’s wisdom was shown:
19th Century
Anglican
And he dealt wisely. — Rehoboam showed his wisdom by providing each of his sons with an independent position and royal es…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And he dealt wisely Acted a prudent part, in order to execute his scheme, and particularly by disposing of his other…
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