Read 2 Kings 11.9-21. In verse 10: The spears and shields mentioned here were originally of gold and dedicated by David (2 Sam 8.7). But they had been replaced by Rehoboam with bronze articles after Shishak's invasion (1 Kings 14.26-27). In verse 12: The covenant would have been a written document, perhaps laws or a contract between the people and the king. However, the word may be an error or armlet, associated with the crown in 2 Sam 1.10. See comment on 11.7. In verse 14: The pillar in front of the Temple is meant here. In verse 17: Only after Athaliah's removal is the covenant made. it appears to be an agreement between the people and the king to follow the Lord, but its exact nature and its relationship to the laws in the Bible are unknown. In verse 20: The exact identity of the people of the land is disputed. They may have been landholders or leading citizens of Judah. Comments or Questions..
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