1 Kings 12:11

My father put a heavy yoke on you, but I will make it even heavier. My father beat you with whips, but I will beat you with scorpions.'"

1 Kings 12:11, Readable English Bible (READ)

Note: "Scorpions" may mean whips with sharp metal points.

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