2 Chronicles 11:12

“And in every several city he put shields and spears, and made them exceeding strong, having Judah and Benjamin on his side.”

"And in every several city he put shields and spears, and made them exceeding strong, having Judah and Benjamin on his side." - 2 Chronicles 11:12
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What does 2 Chronicles 11:12 mean?

The Bible verse 2 Chronicles 11:12 from the King James Version (KJV) states, "And in every several city he put shields and spears, and made them exceeding strong, having Judah and Benjamin on his side." This verse is a part of the narrative about Rehoboam, Solomon's son, and his…

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Strengthening the Walls of Faith

In 2 Chronicles 11:12, we read, "And in every several city he put shields and spears, and made them exceeding strong, having Judah and Benjamin on his side." This verse comes during a tumultuous time in the history of the Kingdom of Judah. Following the division of the Israelite…

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A Prayer for Strength and Protection in Our Cities

Heavenly Father, We come before You today with hearts full of gratitude and reverence. We recognize Your sovereignty and the immense power of Your presence in our lives. As we meditate on the words from 2 Chronicles 11:12, ‘And in every several city he put shields and spears…

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