1 Kings 11:37
“And I will take thee, and thou shalt reign according to all that thy soul desireth, and shalt be king over Israel.”
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Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Solomon sought therefore to kill Jeroboam,.... Which is another instance of his folly, to seek to detest the counsel of…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
According to all that thy soul desireth - It appears from this that Jeroboam had affected the kingdom, and was seeking…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Kings 11:26-40
We have here the first mention of that infamous name Jeroboam the son of Nebat, that made Israel to sin; he is here…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
according to all that thy soul desireth Or (as margin R.V.) -over all &c." The prophet was, as it appears, aware of…