# What does 2 Kings 17:21 mean?

> 2 Kings 17:21 in plain, modern English from the Modern Text Bible.

> When God tore Israel away from the family of David, the people made Jeroboam son of Nebat their king. Jeroboam led Israel away from God and caused them to commit a huge sin.
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> — 2 Kings 17:21, Modern Text Bible

## Commentary

The split from David's line and Jeroboam's leadership marked the beginning of Israel's long decline into idolatry.