1 Kings 14:8
“And rent the kingdom away from the house of David, and gave it thee: and yet thou hast not been as my servant David, who kept my commandments, and who followed me with all his heart, to do that only which was right in mine eyes;”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
But hast done evil above all that were before thee,.... Not only above David, but above Saul, who never gave into…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
And rent the kingdom away from the house of David - That is, permitted it to be rent, because of the folly and insolence…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17141 Kings 14:7-20
When those that set up idols, and keep them up, go to enquire of the Lord, he determines to answer them, not according…
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