| The Message (MSG) | New International Version (NIV) |
| 16 Rehoboam died and was buried with his ancestors in the City of David. His son Abijah ruled after him. | 16 Rehoboam rested with his fathers and was buried in the City of David. And Abijah his son succeeded him as king. |
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