that they sent and called him. Then Jeroboam and the whole assembly of Israel came and spoke to Rehoboam, saying,
Parallel translations
- WEB and they sent and called him), Jeroboam and all the assembly of Israel came, and spoke to Rehoboam, saying,
- KJV That they sent and called him. And Jeroboam and all the congregation of Israel came, and spake unto Rehoboam, saying,
- BSB So they sent for Jeroboam, and he and the whole assembly of Israel came to Rehoboam and said,
- NASB Then they sent word and summoned him, and Jeroboam and all the assembly of Israel came and spoke to Rehoboam, saying,
- NLT The leaders of Israel summoned him, and Jeroboam and the whole assembly of Israel went to speak with Rehoboam.
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Quick answer
Israel summons Jeroboam, and the assembly comes to petition Rehoboam. The people approach their new king with a collective request.
Overview
With Jeroboam recalled as their spokesman, the assembly of Israel comes before Rehoboam to negotiate the terms of his rule. Their united approach reflects genuine grievance under Solomon's burdens. This sets up the pivotal moment when Rehoboam's response will determine the fate of the kingdom.
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