2 Chronicles 12:10
2 Chronicles 12:10 in Multiple Translations
Then King Rehoboam made bronze shields in their place and committed them to the care of the captains of the guard on duty at the entrance to the royal palace.
Instead of which king Rehoboam made shields of brass, and committed them to the hands of the chief of the guard, that kept the entrance of the king’s house.
And king Rehoboam made in their stead shields of brass, and committed them to the hands of the captains of the guard, that kept the door of the king’s house.
And in their place King Rehoboam had other body-covers made of brass and gave them into the care of the captains of the armed men who were stationed at the door of the king's house.
Later Rehoboam replaced them with bronze shields and gave them to be looked after by the commanders of the guard stationed at the entrance to the royal palace.
In stead whereof King Rehoboam made shieldes of brasse, and committed them to the handes of the chiefe of the garde, that wayted at the doore of the Kings house.
and king Rehoboam maketh in their stead shields of brass, and hath given [them] a charge on the hand of the heads of the runners who are keeping the opening of the house of the king;
King Rehoboam made shields of bronze in their place, and committed them to the hands of the captains of the guard, who kept the door of the king’s house.
Instead of which, king Rehoboam made shields of brass, and committed them to the hands of the chief of the guard, that kept the entrance of the king's house.
Instead of which the king made brazen ones, and delivered them to the captains of the shieldbearers, who guarded the entrance of the palace.
So King Rehoboam’s workers made bronze shields to be used instead of the gold ones and gave the bronze shields to the commanders of the men who guarded the entrance to his palace.
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 12:10
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 12:10
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- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 12:10
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 12:10
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 12:10
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- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 12:10
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Context — Shishak Raids Jerusalem
10Then King Rehoboam made bronze shields in their place and committed them to the care of the captains of the guard on duty at the entrance to the royal palace.
11And whenever the king entered the house of the LORD, the guards would go with him, bearing the shields, and later they would return them to the guardroom. 12Because Rehoboam humbled himself, the anger of the LORD turned away from him, and He did not destroy him completely. Indeed, conditions were good in Judah.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 Samuel 8:18 | Benaiah son of Jehoiada was over the Cherethites and Pelethites; and David’s sons were priestly leaders. |
| 2 | 2 Samuel 23:23 | He was most honored among the Thirty, but he did not become one of the Three. And David appointed him over his guard. |
| 3 | Lamentations 4:1 | How the gold has become tarnished, the pure gold has become dull! The gems of the temple lie scattered on every street corner. |
| 4 | 1 Kings 14:27 | Then King Rehoboam made bronze shields in their place and committed them to the care of the captains of the guard on duty at the entrance to the royal palace. |
| 5 | 1 Chronicles 11:25 | He was most honored among the Thirty, but he did not become one of the Three. And David appointed him over his guard. |
| 6 | Song of Solomon 3:7–8 | Behold, it is Solomon’s carriage, escorted by sixty of the mightiest men of Israel. All are skilled with the sword, experienced in warfare. Each has his sword at his side prepared for the terror of the night. |
2 Chronicles 12:10 Summary
This verse tells us that after King Shishak of Egypt took the gold shields from the royal palace, King Rehoboam made new shields out of bronze to replace them. He gave these shields to the captains of the guard to take care of, which shows that he was trying to maintain some level of security and prestige. This story can teach us about humility and trusting God, even when we experience loss or defeat, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6, where it is written that we should trust in the Lord with all our heart. By looking to God and trusting in His goodness, we can find peace and contentment, even in difficult circumstances, just like King Rehoboam did, as written in 2 Chronicles 12:12.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did King Rehoboam make bronze shields to replace the gold shields that were taken by King Shishak of Egypt?
King Rehoboam made bronze shields to replace the gold shields because he wanted to maintain the appearance of wealth and power, even though the real treasure had been lost, as seen in 2 Chronicles 12:9, where it is written that King Shishak took everything, including the gold shields that Solomon had made.
What is the significance of the captains of the guard being in charge of the bronze shields?
The captains of the guard being in charge of the bronze shields shows that King Rehoboam was trying to maintain some level of security and prestige, even in the face of loss and defeat, similar to how King David trusted his guards in 1 Samuel 30:16.
Is there any spiritual significance to the fact that the bronze shields were made to replace the gold shields?
The fact that the bronze shields were made to replace the gold shields may symbolize the way that God often allows us to experience loss or humility, only to replace what was lost with something new, as seen in Isaiah 61:3, where it is written that God gives us beauty for ashes.
How does this verse relate to the overall story of King Rehoboam and the kingdom of Judah?
This verse shows how King Rehoboam responded to the attack by King Shishak of Egypt, and it sets the stage for the rest of the story, where we see that because Rehoboam humbled himself, the anger of the Lord turned away from him, as written in 2 Chronicles 12:12.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I try to maintain a facade of strength or prestige, even when I am feeling weak or defeated?
- How can I trust God to replace what has been lost in my life with something new and better?
- What are some areas where I need to humble myself and acknowledge my dependence on God, just like King Rehoboam did?
- How can I learn to be content with what God has given me, even if it is not what I wanted or expected?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 12:10
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 12:10
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 12:10
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 12:10
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 12:10
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 12:10
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Has the Church Lost It's Luster? by Derek Melton | Derek Melton preaches on the dimming of the Church's glory, likening it to the fading of gold's luster in Lamentations 4:1. He highlights the shift from fervent prayer to worldly s |

