# After Solomon died
The connecting word **After** introduces a sequential clause that indicates Solomon died and then Rehoboam became king. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/grammar-connect-time-sequential]])
# to accept him as their king
This could mean ‘tell him that they were glad he was king and that they would do what he said.’
# their king
This refers to a social relationship. Their king is the man who rules the country where they live. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-possession]])