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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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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 2 Chronicles 11:23

18th Century

Theologian

Rehoboam’s wisdom was shown:

  1. In dispersing his other sons instead of allowing them to remain together in Jerusalem, where they might h…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Chronicles 11:23

19th Century

Bishop

And he dealt wisely. — Rehoboam showed his wisdom by providing each of his sons with an independent position and royal es…

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Chronicles 11:23

17th Century

Pastor

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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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Chronicles 11:13–23

17th Century

Minister

When the priests and Levites came to Jerusalem, the devout, pious Israelites followed them. Those who set their hearts to seek the Lord God of Isra…