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Rehoboam

Rehoboam First King of Judah after the Division

Old Testament930 BC View journey on map

About Rehoboam

Rehoboam was Solomon's son who became king after him. When the people asked for lighter burdens, he foolishly followed young advisors and threatened heavier oppression. This caused the kingdom to split, with ten tribes following Jeroboam, leaving Rehoboam only Judah and Benjamin.

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Rehoboam's Character Traits

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Rehoboam's Life Timeline

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  1. Accession930 BC

    Rehoboam becomes king after Solomon's death.

    1KI 11:43

  2. Shechem Assembly930 BC

    Israel asks Rehoboam to lighten Solomon's heavy burdens.

    1KI 12:1-4

  3. Foolish Decision930 BC

    Rehoboam rejects the elders' counsel and threatens harsher treatment.

    1KI 12:6-14

  4. Kingdom Divided930 BC

    Ten tribes rebel; only Judah and Benjamin remain under Rehoboam.

    1KI 12:16-20

  5. Shishak's Invasion925 BC

    Egypt's Pharaoh Shishak invades Judah and plunders the temple.

    1KI 14:25-26

Who is linked to Rehoboam

Who is linked to Rehoboam
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Rehoboam's Key Relationships

Solomon
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Father - Solomon's heavy burdens and idolatry set the stage for the division.

Rehoboam's Key Locations

Jerusalem
Jerusalem

Capital of Judah where Rehoboam ruled.

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Spiritual Lessons from Rehoboam

Heed Wise Counsel

Rehoboam rejected the experienced elders' counsel in favor of his young friends who told him what he wanted to hear. One foolish decision cost him most of his kingdom. Leaders must seek and heed wisdom, even when it contradicts their impulses.

Key Verses about Rehoboam

1 Kings 12:1-171 Kings 14:21-31

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