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.”
What does 1 Kings 11:40 mean?
1 Kings 11:40 (KJV) states, "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." This verse comes at the end of a larger narrative in which Solomon, the king of Israel…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Refuge of Egypt: A Lesson on Trusting God's Timing and Protection
In 1 Kings 11:40, we find a deeply layered narrative that illustrates the complex interplay of power, fear, and divine providence within God’s unfolding plan for Israel. The verse states, "Solomon sought therefore to kill Jeroboam. And Jeroboam arose, and fled into Egypt, unto…
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O Gracious and Eternal Father, As I come before You today, I seek to delve into the depths of Your Word, reflecting upon the wisdom and lessons contained in the life of Solomon, as revealed in 1 Kings 11:40. "Solomon sought therefore to kill Jeroboam. And Jeroboam arose, and…
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