17. But as for the Israelites who dwelt in Judah's cities, Rehoboam ruled over them.
18. Then King Rehoboam sent Hadoram, who was over the forced labor, and the Israelites stoned him and he died. But King Rehoboam hastened to get up to his royal chariot to flee to Jerusalem.
19. And Israel has rebelled against the house of David to this day.