Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version So the king did not listen to the people, for this turn of events was from the LORD, to fulfill the word the LORD had spoken to Jeroboam son of Nebat through Ahijah the Shilonite. New Living Translation So the king paid no attention to the people. This turn of events was the will of the LORD, for it fulfilled the LORD’s message to Jeroboam son of Nebat through the prophet Ahijah from Shiloh. English Standard Version So the king did not listen to the people, for it was a turn of affairs brought about by the LORD that he might fulfill his word, which the LORD spoke by Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam the son of Nebat. Berean Standard Bible So the king did not listen to the people, and indeed this turn of events was from the LORD, to fulfill the word He had spoken to Jeroboam son of Nebat through Ahijah the Shilonite. Berean Literal Bible And the king did not listen to the people, for the turning was from YHWH, that He might fulfill His word that YHWH had spoken by Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam son of Nebat. King James Bible Wherefore the king hearkened not unto the people; for the cause was from the LORD, that he might perform his saying, which the LORD spake by Ahijah the Shilonite unto Jeroboam the son of Nebat. New King James Version So the king did not listen to the people; for the turn of events was from the LORD, that He might fulfill His word, which the LORD had spoken by Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam the son of Nebat. New American Standard Bible So the king did not listen to the people; because it was a turn of events from the LORD, in order to establish His word which the LORD spoke through Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam the son of Nebat. NASB 1995 So the king did not listen to the people; for it was a turn of events from the LORD, that He might establish His word, which the LORD spoke through Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam the son of Nebat. NASB 1977 So the king did not listen to the people; for it was a turn of events from the LORD, that He might establish His word, which the LORD spoke through Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam the son of Nebat. Legacy Standard Bible So the king did not listen to the people; for it was a turn of events from Yahweh, that He might establish His word, which Yahweh spoke through Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam the son of Nebat. Amplified Bible So the king did not listen to the people; for the situation was from the LORD, so that He might fulfill His word which He spoke through Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam the son of Nebat. Berean Annotated Bible So the king did not listen to the people, and indeed this turn of events was from the LORD {YHWH}, to fulfill the word He had spoken to Jeroboam (the people will contend) son of Nebat (aspect) through Ahijah (brother of Yah) the Shilonite. Christian Standard Bible The king did not listen to the people, because this turn of events came from the LORD to carry out his word, which the LORD had spoken through Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam son of Nebat. Holman Christian Standard Bible The king did not listen to the people, because this turn of events came from the LORD to carry out His word, which the LORD had spoken through Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam son of Nebat. American Standard Version So the king hearkened not unto the people; for it was a thing brought about of Jehovah, that he might establish his word, which Jehovah spake by Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam the son of Nebat. English Revised Version So the king hearkened not unto the people; for it was a thing brought about of the LORD, that he might establish his word, which the LORD spake by the hand of Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam the son of Nebat. GOD'S WORD® Translation The king refused to listen to the people because the LORD was directing these events to carry out the promise he had made to Jeroboam (Nebat's son) through Ahijah from Shiloh. Good News Translation It was the will of the LORD to bring about what he had spoken to Jeroboam son of Nebat through the prophet Ahijah from Shiloh. This is why the king did not pay any attention to the people. International Standard Version The king would not listen to the people, because the turn of events was from the LORD, to fulfill his prediction that the LORD spoke by means of Ahijah the Shilonite to Nebat's son Jeroboam NET Bible The king refused to listen to the people, because the LORD was instigating this turn of events so that he might bring to pass the prophetic announcement he had made through Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam son of Nebat. New Heart English Bible So the king did not listen to the people; for it was a thing brought about of the LORD, that he might establish his word, which the LORD spoke by Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam the son of Nebat. Webster's Bible Translation Wherefore the king hearkened not to the people; for the cause was from the LORD, that he might perform his saying, which the LORD spoke by Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam the son of Nebat. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSo the king did not listen to the people, and indeed this turn of events was from the LORD, to fulfill the word He had spoken to Jeroboam son of Nebat through Ahijah the Shilonite. World English Bible So the king didn’t listen to the people; for it was a thing brought about from Yahweh, that he might establish his word, which Yahweh spoke by Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam the son of Nebat. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the king did not listen to the people, for the revolution was from YHWH, in order to establish His word that YHWH spoke by the hand of Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam son of Nebat. Berean Literal Bible And the king did not listen to the people, for the turning was from YHWH, that He might fulfill His word that YHWH had spoken by Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam son of Nebat. Young's Literal Translation and the king hearkened not unto the people, for the revolution was from Jehovah, in order to establish His word that Jehovah spake by the hand of Ahijah the Shilonite unto Jeroboam son of Nebat. Smith's Literal Translation And the king heard not to the people, for the turn was from Jehovah for sake of lifting up his word which he spake by the hand of Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam son of Nebat. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the king condescended not to the people: for the Lord was turned away from him, to make good his word, which he had spoken in the hand of Ahias the Silonite, to Jeroboam the son of Nabat. Catholic Public Domain Version And the king did not acquiesce to the people. For the Lord had turned him away, so that he might raise up his word, which he had spoken by the hand of Ahijah, the Shilonite, to Jeroboam, the son of Nebat. New American Bible The king did not listen to the people, for this turn of events was from the LORD: he fulfilled the word the LORD had spoken through Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam, son of Nebat. New Revised Standard Version So the king did not listen to the people, because it was a turn of affairs brought about by the LORD that he might fulfill his word, which the LORD had spoken by Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam son of Nebat. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleWherefore the king did not listen to the people; for the stirring of strife was from the LORD, that the LORD might perform his saying which he spoke by his servant Ahijah the prophet, the Shilonite, unto Jeroboam the son of Nebat. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the King did not listen to any of the people because there was a stirring up of strife from before LORD JEHOVAH, because LORD JEHOVAH would confirm his statement that he spoke by the agency of his Servant Akhiah the Prophet, the Shilonite, to Yorbaam, son of Nebat. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917So the king hearkened not unto the people; for it was a thing brought about of the LORD, that He might establish His word, which the LORD spoke by the hand of Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam the son of Nebat. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the king hearkened not to the people, because the change was from the Lord, that he might establish his word which he spoke by Achia the Selonite concerning Jeroboam the son of Nabat. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Rebellion Against Rehoboam…14and spoke to them as the young men had advised, saying, “Whereas my father made your yoke heavy, I will add to your yoke. Whereas my father scourged you with whips, I will scourge you with scorpions.” 15So the king did not listen to the people, and indeed this turn of events was from the LORD, to fulfill the word He had spoken to Jeroboam son of Nebat through Ahijah the Shilonite. Cross References So the king did not listen to the people, 2 Chronicles 10:16 When all Israel saw that the king had refused to listen to them, they answered the king: “What portion do we have in David, and what inheritance in the son of Jesse? To your tents, O Israel! Look now to your own house, O David!” So all the Israelites went home, Proverbs 18:13 He who answers a matter before he hears it—this is folly and disgrace to him. Proverbs 15:22 Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed. and indeed this turn of events was from the LORD, 2 Chronicles 10:15 So the king did not listen to the people, and indeed this turn of events was from God, in order that the LORD might fulfill the word that He had spoken through Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam son of Nebat. Proverbs 19:21 Many plans are in a man’s heart, but the purpose of the LORD will prevail. Isaiah 46:10 I declare the end from the beginning, and from ancient times what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and all My good pleasure I will accomplish.’ to fulfill the word He had spoken to Jeroboam son of Nebat 1 Kings 11:29-31 During that time, the prophet Ahijah the Shilonite met Jeroboam on the road as he was going out of Jerusalem. Now Ahijah had wrapped himself in a new cloak, and the two of them were alone in the open field. / And Ahijah took hold of the new cloak he was wearing, tore it into twelve pieces, / and said to Jeroboam, “Take ten pieces for yourself, for this is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: ‘Behold, I will tear the kingdom out of the hand of Solomon, and I will give you ten tribes. 1 Kings 11:35-38 But I will take ten tribes of the kingdom from the hand of his son and give them to you. / I will give one tribe to his son, so that My servant David will always have a lamp before Me in Jerusalem, the city where I chose to put My Name. / But as for you, I will take you, and you shall reign over all that your heart desires, and you will be king over Israel. … 1 Kings 14:7-11 Go, tell Jeroboam that this is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: ‘I raised you up from among the people and appointed you ruler over My people Israel. / I tore the kingdom away from the house of David and gave it to you. But you have not been like My servant David, who kept My commandments and followed Me with all his heart, doing only what was right in My eyes. / You have done more evil than all who came before you. You have proceeded to make for yourself other gods and molten images to provoke Me, and you have flung Me behind your back. … through Ahijah the Shilonite. 1 Kings 14:12-18 As for you, get up and go home. When your feet enter the city, the child will die. / All Israel will mourn for him and bury him. For this is the only one belonging to Jeroboam who will receive a proper burial, because only in him has the LORD, the God of Israel, found any good in the house of Jeroboam. / Moreover, the LORD will raise up for Himself a king over Israel who will cut off the house of Jeroboam. This is the day—yes, even today! … 1 Kings 14:1-6 At that time Abijah son of Jeroboam became ill, / and Jeroboam said to his wife, “Now get up, disguise yourself so they will not recognize you as my wife, and go to Shiloh. For Ahijah the prophet is there; it was he who spoke about my kingship over this people. / Take with you ten loaves of bread, some cakes, and a jar of honey, and go to him. He will tell you what will become of the boy.” … 2 Chronicles 9:29 As for the rest of the acts of Solomon, from beginning to end, are they not written in the Records of Nathan the Prophet, in the Prophecy of Ahijah the Shilonite, and in the Visions of Iddo the Seer concerning Jeroboam son of Nebat? 1 Kings 11:11-13 Then the LORD said to Solomon, “Because you have done this and have not kept My covenant and My statutes, which I have commanded you, I will tear the kingdom away from you and give it to your servant. / Nevertheless, for the sake of your father David, I will not do it during your lifetime; I will tear it out of the hand of your son. / Yet I will not tear the whole kingdom away from him. I will give one tribe to your son for the sake of My servant David and for the sake of Jerusalem, which I have chosen.” 1 Kings 11:9-10 Now the LORD grew angry with Solomon, because his heart had turned away from the LORD, the God of Israel, who had appeared to him twice. / Although He had warned Solomon explicitly not to follow other gods, Solomon did not keep the LORD’s command. 1 Kings 11:34-38 Nevertheless, I will not take the whole kingdom out of Solomon’s hand, because I have made him ruler all the days of his life for the sake of David My servant, whom I chose because he kept My commandments and statutes. / But I will take ten tribes of the kingdom from the hand of his son and give them to you. / I will give one tribe to his son, so that My servant David will always have a lamp before Me in Jerusalem, the city where I chose to put My Name. … 2 Samuel 7:12-16 And when your days are fulfilled and you rest with your fathers, I will raise up your descendant after you, who will come from your own body, and I will establish his kingdom. / He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. / I will be his Father, and he will be My son. When he does wrong, I will discipline him with the rod of men and with the blows of the sons of men. … Treasury of Scripture Why the king listened not to the people; for the cause was from the LORD, that he might perform his saying, which the LORD spoke by Ahijah the Shilonite to Jeroboam the son of Nebat. 2 Samuel 24:1 And again the anger of the LORD was kindled against Israel, and he moved David against them to say, Go, number Israel and Judah. 1 Kings 12:24 Thus saith the LORD, Ye shall not go up, nor fight against your brethren the children of Israel: return every man to his house; for this thing is from me. They hearkened therefore to the word of the LORD, and returned to depart, according to the word of the LORD. 1 Kings 22:23 Now therefore, behold, the LORD hath put a lying spirit in the mouth of all these thy prophets, and the LORD hath spoken evil concerning thee. that he might 1 Kings 11:11,29-38 Wherefore the LORD said unto Solomon, Forasmuch as this is done of thee, and thou hast not kept my covenant and my statutes, which I have commanded thee, I will surely rend the kingdom from thee, and will give it to thy servant… 1 Samuel 15:29 And also the Strength of Israel will not lie nor repent: for he is not a man, that he should repent. 2 Samuel 17:14 And Absalom and all the men of Israel said, The counsel of Hushai the Archite is better than the counsel of Ahithophel. For the LORD had appointed to defeat the good counsel of Ahithophel, to the intent that the LORD might bring evil upon Absalom. Jump to Previous Affairs Ahijah Ahi'jah Cause Ear Effect Effected Establish Events Fulfil Fulfill Hand Hearken Hearkened Jeroboam Jerobo'am Nebat Order Perform Revolution Shilonite Shi'lonite Turn Wherefore WordJump to Next Affairs Ahijah Ahi'jah Cause Ear Effect Effected Establish Events Fulfil Fulfill Hand Hearken Hearkened Jeroboam Jerobo'am Nebat Order Perform Revolution Shilonite Shi'lonite Turn Wherefore Word1 Kings 12 1. The Israelites, assembled at Shechem to crown Rehoboam, 4. by Jeroboam make a suit of relaxation unto him 6. Rehoboam, refusing the old men's counsel, answers them roughly 16. Ten tribes revolting, kill Adoram, and make Rehoboam flee 21. Rehoboam, raising an army, is forbidden by Shemaiah 25. Jeroboam strengthens himself by cities 26. and by idolatry of the two calves So the king did not listen to the people This phrase refers to King Rehoboam's decision to ignore the advice of the elders and instead follow the counsel of the younger men, leading to the division of the kingdom. This decision highlights the importance of wise counsel and the consequences of pride and arrogance. The people's request for lighter burdens was reasonable, reflecting the heavy taxation and labor imposed by Solomon. Rehoboam's failure to heed their plea resulted in the loss of ten tribes, fulfilling the prophecy of division. and indeed this turn of events was from the LORD to fulfill the word He had spoken to Jeroboam son of Nebat through Ahijah the Shilonite Persons / Places / Events 1. RehoboamThe son of Solomon and king of Judah, whose decision not to listen to the people's request led to the division of the kingdom. 2. Jeroboam The son of Nebat, who was promised by God through Ahijah the prophet that he would rule over ten tribes of Israel. 3. Ahijah the Shilonite A prophet who delivered God's message to Jeroboam about the division of the kingdom. 4. The LORD The sovereign God who orchestrated the events to fulfill His word. 5. The Division of the Kingdom The event where Israel was divided into two kingdoms, Israel and Judah, as a result of Rehoboam's decision. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in Human AffairsDespite human decisions, God's purposes will ultimately prevail. This should encourage believers to trust in God's overarching plan. The Importance of Wise Counsel Rehoboam's failure to heed wise counsel led to disastrous consequences. Believers should seek and value godly wisdom in decision-making. Consequences of Pride and Arrogance Rehoboam's prideful response to the people's request resulted in division. Humility and a listening heart are crucial for leadership and unity. Fulfillment of God's Word God's promises and prophecies are sure and will come to pass. This should strengthen our faith in His Word and promises. The Role of Prophets Prophets like Ahijah played a crucial role in communicating God's will. Today, believers should be attentive to God's Word as revealed in Scripture. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 12:15?2. How does 1 Kings 12:15 demonstrate God's sovereignty over human decisions and actions? 3. What role does divine prophecy play in the events of 1 Kings 12:15? 4. How can we discern God's will when leaders make decisions like in 1 Kings 12:15? 5. How does 1 Kings 12:15 connect to Romans 8:28 regarding God's purposes? 6. What lessons can we apply from 1 Kings 12:15 in trusting God's plan today? 7. Why did God allow Rehoboam to ignore wise counsel in 1 Kings 12:15? 8. How does 1 Kings 12:15 demonstrate God's sovereignty over human decisions? 9. What is the significance of God's will being fulfilled in 1 Kings 12:15? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 12? 11. Why does 1 Kings 12:14 present Rehoboam’s answer as solely harsh, despite other biblical accounts that sometimes provide a balancing perspective? 12. (2 Chronicles 10:6–8) Why would Rehoboam ignore experienced elders’ counsel, despite the text indicating he had access to wisdom? 13. (2 Chronicles 10:15) Does attributing Rehoboam's stubbornness to divine intervention undermine his free will? 14. 2 Kings 15:1 begins Azariah's reign in Jeroboam II's 27th year, yet surrounding passages suggest conflicting dates--how can these discrepancies be resolved? What Does 1 Kings 12:15 Mean So the king did not listen to the peopleRehoboam’s refusal to heed the elders’ counsel (1 Kings 12:6–8) and the united appeal of Israel (12:3–4) shows a heart set on power rather than service. Proverbs reminds us that “the way of a fool is right in his own eyes” (Proverbs 12:15), and “with many counselors there is victory” (Proverbs 24:6). By rejecting the people’s plea, Rehoboam echoes Pharaoh’s hardened stance (Exodus 7:13) and contrasts with David, who often sought godly advice (2 Samuel 2:1; 1 Chron 14:10). His stubbornness opens the door for division because self-will blinds him to wisdom. and indeed this turn of events was from the LORD Even human folly is woven into God’s sovereign plan. The split kingdom was not a surprise or an accident; it was “from the LORD.” Similar wording appears when God directs outcomes that seem purely human (Judges 14:4; Acts 2:23). Scripture balances responsibility and sovereignty: Rehoboam is accountable for his pride, yet God directs history to accomplish His purposes (Proverbs 21:1; Isaiah 46:9-11). What looks like political chaos is actually divine choreography. to fulfill the word He had spoken God had already declared the division through His prophet (1 Kings 11:11, 31). He never drops a single promise (Joshua 21:45; Isaiah 55:10-11). Centuries later Jesus would say, “Scripture cannot be broken” (John 10:35). The unfolding events remind us that God’s Word is not a suggestion but a settled decree, reliable for every generation (Psalm 119:89). to Jeroboam son of Nebat through Ahijah the Shilonite Ahijah met Jeroboam on the road and dramatically tore a new cloak into twelve pieces, promising ten tribes to Jeroboam (1 Kings 11:29-39). That prophecy now springs to life. God often speaks through unexpected messengers—Ahijah, a relatively unknown Shilonite, becomes the voice that shapes a nation’s future, much like Nathan confronting David (2 Samuel 12:1-7) or Elijah challenging Ahab (1 Kings 17:1). Jeroboam, though later notorious for idolatry (1 Kings 14:16), is still a chosen instrument at this moment, illustrating how the LORD raises up and removes leaders according to His timetable (Daniel 2:21). summary Rehoboam’s deaf ear to his people reveals human pride, yet the LORD turns that very arrogance into the means of keeping His Word. The verse underscores two unshakable truths: human choices carry real weight, and God’s sovereign plan stands unthwarted. When Scripture speaks, history bends to fulfill it, assuring believers that every promise of God will reach its appointed end. (15) For the cause was from the Lord.--The very idea of the Scriptural history, referring all things to God, necessarily brings us continually face to face with the great mystery of life--the reconcilement of God's all-foreseeing and all-ordaining Providence with the freedom, and, in consequence, with the folly and sin of man. As a rule, Holy Scripture--on this point confirming natural reason--simply recognises both powers as real, without any attempt, even by suggestion, to harmonise them together. It, of course, refers all to God's will, fulfilling or avenging itself in many ways, inspiring and guiding the good, and overruling the evil, in man. But it as invariably implies human freedom and responsibility. Rehoboam's folly and arrogance worked out the ordained judgment of God; but they were folly and arrogance still.Verse 15. - Wherefore the king hearkened not unto the people, for the cause [or course of events; lit., turn] was from the Lord ["Quem Deus vult perdere, prius dementat." God did not inspire Rehoboam's proud and despotic reply, but used it for the accomplishment of His purpose, the partition of the kingdom (cf. Exodus 14:4; Matthew 26:24). God makes the wrath of man to praise Him], that [Heb. in order that] he might perform his saying, which the Lord spake by [Heb. in the hand of; cf. 1 Kings 14:18; 1 Kings 2:25, note] Ahijah the Shilonite [see on 1 Kings 11:11] unto Jeroboam the son of Nebat.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew So the kingהַמֶּ֖לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4428: A king did not וְלֹֽא־ (wə·lō-) Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no listen שָׁמַ֥ע (šā·ma‘) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to the people, הָעָ֑ם (hā·‘ām) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock and indeed כִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction this turn of events סִבָּה֙ (sib·bāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5438: A turn (of affairs) was הָיְתָ֤ה (hā·yə·ṯāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be from מֵעִ֣ם (mê·‘im) Preposition-m Strong's 5973: With, equally with the LORD, יְהוָ֔ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel to לְמַ֜עַן (lə·ma·‘an) Conjunction Strong's 4616: Purpose -- intent fulfill הָקִ֣ים (hā·qîm) Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct Strong's 6965: To arise, stand up, stand the word דְּבָר֗וֹ (də·ḇā·rōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause [He] יְהוָה֙ (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel had spoken דִּבֶּ֤ר (dib·ber) Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to Jeroboam יָרָבְעָ֖ם (yā·rā·ḇə·‘ām) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3379: Jeroboam -- 'the people increase', the name of two Israelites kings son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Nebat נְבָֽט׃ (nə·ḇāṭ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5028: Nebat -- father of Jeroboam through בְּיַד֙ (bə·yaḏ) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 3027: A hand Ahijah אֲחִיָּ֣ה (’ă·ḥî·yāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 281: Ahijah -- 'brother of Yah', an Israelite name the Shilonite. הַשִּׁילֹנִ֔י (haš·šî·lō·nî) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7888: Shilonite -- a Shilonite Links 1 Kings 12:15 NIV1 Kings 12:15 NLT 1 Kings 12:15 ESV 1 Kings 12:15 NASB 1 Kings 12:15 KJV 1 Kings 12:15 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 12:15 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 12:15 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 12:15 French Bible 1 Kings 12:15 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 12:15 So the king didn't listen to (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |
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