Rehoboam, forsaking the Lord, is punished by Shishak, 2Ch_12:1-4. Shemaiah reproveth him: he with the princes repenteth; is preserved in his kingdom; but is spoiled of the treasures of the temple, and of his royal palace, 2Ch_12:5-12. His reign and death, and Abijah his son is made king, 2Ch_12:13-16.