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1 Kings 11:21 · KJV

"And when Hadad heard in Egypt that David slept with his fathers, and that Joab the captain of the host was dead, Hadad said to Pharaoh, Let me depart, that I may go to mine own country."

King James Version

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Passage Context

19And Hadad found great favour in the sight of Pharaoh, so that he gave him to wife the sister of his own wife, the sister of Tahpenes the queen.
20And the sister of Tahpenes bare him Genubath his son, whom Tahpenes weaned in Pharaoh's house: and Genubath was in Pharaoh's household among the sons of Pharaoh.
21And when Hadad heard in Egypt that David slept with his fathers, and that Joab the captain of the host was dead, Hadad said to Pharaoh, Let me depart, that I may go to mine own country.
22Then Pharaoh said unto him, But what hast thou lacked with me, that, behold, thou seekest to go to thine own country? And he answered, Nothing: howbeit let me go in any wise.
23And God stirred him up another adversary, Rezon the son of Eliadah, which fled from his lord Hadadezer king of Zobah:

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to changes in leadership around you?

2

What does it mean for you to stand up for your beliefs?

3

When have you felt compelled to return to your roots?

Life Application

politics

Stay informed about leadership changes in your community. Consider how these changes impact your values and beliefs.

identity

Reflect on your own roots and how they shape your identity. Are there aspects of your heritage you want to reconnect with?

People in This Verse

HadadOT

An Edomite prince who fled to Egypt after David's conquest. He returned to challenge Solomon's reign, representing a threat to Israel's stability.

First appearance: 1 Kings 11:14

Places in This Verse

Egypt(Egypt today)

An ancient civilization known for its rich history and culture, located in northeastern Africa. It played a significant role in the biblical narrative as a place of refuge and conflict.

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