2Chr.11.22

And Rehoboam made Abijah the son of Maachah the chief, to be ruler among his brethren: for he thought to make him king.

2Chr.11.22

Rehoboam designated Abijah son of Maacah as the "first son" and leader of the brothers--he intended to make him the next king.

2Chr.11.22

And Rehoboam appointed Abijah the son of Maachah as chief, to be leader among his brothers; for he intended to make him king.

2Chr.11.22

Rehoboam made Maacah's son Abijah chief among the princes, making it clear that he would be the next king.