NSB(i)
5 Rehoboam lived in Jerusalem. He built fortified cities in Judah.
6 He rebuilt Bethlehem, Etam, Tekoa,
7 Beth Zur, Soco, Adullam,
8 Gath, Mareshah, Ziph,
9 Adoraim, Lachish, Azekah,
10 Zorah, Aijalon, and Hebron. These were fortified cities in Judah and Benjamin.
11 He strengthened the cities and put army officers with reserves of food, olive oil, and wine in them.
12 He stored shields and spears in each city. He made the cities very secure. Rehoboam held on to Judah and Benjamin.