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Verse 14

1 Kings 14:30

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Berean Standard Bible

There was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam throughout their days.

American Standard Version (1901)

And there was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam continually.

Bible in Basic English

And there was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam all their days.

Free Bible Version

Rehoboam and Jeroboam were always at war with each other.

Geneva Bible 1599

And there was warre betweene Rehoboam and Ieroboam continually.

King James (Authorized) Version

And there was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam all their days.

Translation for Translators

There were wars continually between the armies of Rehoboam and Jeroboam.

Unlocked Literal Bible

There was constant warfare between Rehoboam and Jeroboam.

Noah Webster Bible

And there was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam all their days.

World English Bible

There was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam continually.

Young's Literal Translation

And war hath been between Rehoboam and Jeroboam all the days;

Context

Shishak Raids Jerusalem

²⁹As for the rest of the acts of Rehoboam, along with all that he did, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Judah?³⁰There was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam throughout their days. ³¹And Rehoboam rested with his fathers and was buried with them in the City of David; his mother’s name was Naamah the Ammonite. And his son Abijam reigned in his place.

Summary

1 Kings 14:30 records the reign of King Rehoboam over Judah, highlighting his failure to follow God wholeheartedly. Despite being from the lineage of David, Rehoboam allowed idolatry and immorality to flourish in the land, leading the people astray. This verse serves as a cautionary tale, showing the consequences of turning away from God's commandments and embracing sinful practices. It underscores the importance of obedience and faithfulness to God in leadership and personal life, as deviation from His ways can result in spiritual decline and judgment.

Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

there was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam--The former was prohibited from entering on an aggressive war; but as the two kingdoms kept up a jealous rivalry, he might be forced into vigilant measures of defense, and frequent skirmishes would take place on the borders. Next: 1 Kings Chapter 15

1 Kings 14:30

Shishak Raids Jerusalem

²⁹As for the rest of the acts of Rehoboam, along with all that he did, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Judah?³⁰There was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam throughout their days. ³¹And Rehoboam rested with his fathers and was buried with them in the City of David; his mother’s name was Naamah the Ammonite. And his son Abijam reigned in his place.

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Berean Standard Bible

There was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam throughout their days.

American Standard Version (1901)

And there was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam continually.

Bible in Basic English

And there was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam all their days.

Free Bible Version

Rehoboam and Jeroboam were always at war with each other.

Geneva Bible 1599

And there was warre betweene Rehoboam and Ieroboam continually.

King James (Authorized) Version

And there was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam all their days.

Translation for Translators

There were wars continually between the armies of Rehoboam and Jeroboam.

Unlocked Literal Bible

There was constant warfare between Rehoboam and Jeroboam.

Noah Webster Bible

And there was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam all their days.

World English Bible

There was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam continually.

Young's Literal Translation

And war hath been between Rehoboam and Jeroboam all the days;