1 Kings 12:11 meaning and explanation
Whereas my father burdened you with a heavy yoke, I will add to your yoke. Whereas my father scourged you with whips, I will scourge you with scorpions.’”
1 Kings 12:11, Berean Standard Bible
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Rehoboam has just inherited Solomon's throne, and the people ask him to lighten the forced labor his father imposed. He consults the elders, who advise kindness, then turns to the young men he grew up with.
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