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Book of 1 Kings - Chapter 15 - Verse 7

15:7
Now the rest of the acts of Abijam, and all that he did, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah? And there was war between Abijam and Jeroboam.

Meaning

This verse from the Bible refers to the reign of King Abijam of Judah and his conflict with Jeroboam, the king of Israel. Abijam, also known as Abijah, was the son of Rehoboam and the grandson of King Solomon. During his rule, Abijam engaged in a war with Jeroboam, who was ruling over the northern kingdom of Israel. This war was part of the ongoing conflict between the two kingdoms of Judah and Israel due to historical and religious differences stemming from the division of the united kingdom of Israel after the reign of Solomon. The verse mentions that the details of Abijam's reign and the war with Jeroboam can be found in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah, emphasizing the historical importance and documentation of these events. This passage serves to highlight the significance of the political and military conflicts between the kingdoms of Judah and Israel during this period of biblical history.

Theological Overview

Abijam was the son of Rehoboam and the grandson of King Solomon. In the verse, it is mentioned that the rest of Abijam's acts can be found in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah, indicating that there is more information available about his reign beyond what is mentioned in this particular verse. The mention of war between Abijam and Jeroboam highlights the ongoing conflict between the kingdoms of Judah and Israel during this time. The theological interpretation of this verse may serve as a reminder of the consequences of disobedience to God's commands, as both Abijam and Jeroboam faced difficulties due to their actions. Word studies on terms such as "acts" and "war" could provide additional insights into the historical context and theological significance of this verse.

American Standard Version

And the rest of the acts of Abijam, and all that he did, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah? And there was war between Abijam and Jeroboam.
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