2 Chronicles 11:2

But the word of the LORD came to Shemaiah the man of God, saying,

Study Helps

Interpretation

A few good words might have prevented the rebellion of Rehoboam's subjects; but all the force of his kingdom cannot bring them back. And it is in vain to contend with the purpose of God, when it is made known to us.

Read with

This thought runs through 2 Chronicles 11:1-4.

2 Chronicles 11:1 2 Chronicles 11:2 2 Chronicles 11:3 2 Chronicles 11:4

Glossary

Shemaiah Person: Whom Jehovah heard. (1. ) A prophet in the reign of Rehoboam ( 1 Kings 12:22-24 ). (2. ) Neh. 3:29 . (3. ) A Simeonite ( 1 Chr. 4:37 ). (4. ) A priest ( Neh. 12:42 ). (5. ) A Levite ( 1 Chr. 9:16 ). (6. ) 1 Chr. 9:14 ; Neh. 11:15 .