1 Kings 11:40
“Solomon sought therefore to kill Jeroboam. And Jeroboam arose, and fled into Egypt, unto Shishak king of Egypt, and was in Egypt until the death of Solomon.”
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Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
Compare 1Ki 11:26. The announcement of Ahijah was followed within a little while by rebellion on the part of Jeroboam.…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Sought - to kill Jeroboam - He thought by this means to prevent the punishment due to his crimes.
Unto Shishak king of…
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
Solomon sought therefore to kill Jeroboam No doubt the aspirations of Jeroboam, and the prophetic act and words of…
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