Kingdom of Israel

Kingdom of Israel

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About Kingdom of Israel

The Kingdom of Israel was the northern kingdom established after the division of Solomon's united kingdom around 930 BC, consisting of ten tribes. It existed for about 200 years until its conquest by Assyria in 722 BC, with its capital eventually established at Samaria.

History of Kingdom of Israel

Divided Kingdomc. 930 BC

Ten tribes secede under Jeroboam, forming Northern Kingdom

1KI 12:16-20
Divided Kingdomc. 930 BC

Jeroboam sets up golden calves at Dan and Bethel

1KI 12:28-30
Divided Kingdomc. 874-853 BC

Ahab and Jezebel promote Baal worship

1KI 16:30-33
Exile722 BC

Assyria conquers Israel; ten tribes scattered

2KI 17:5-6

Notable Characters in Kingdom of Israel

Elijah
ElijahProphet who confronted Baal worship in the Northern Kingdom
Hosea
HoseaProphet who symbolized God's love for unfaithful Israel

Locations Related to Kingdom of Israel

Samaria
Samaria

Capital of the Northern Kingdom

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Judah
Judah

Southern Kingdom that remained under Davidic rule

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Biblical Significance of Kingdom of Israel

The Northern Kingdom of Israel consisted of ten tribes that rebelled against Rehoboam's heavy taxation. From its founding, the kingdom was marked by idolatry, as Jeroboam feared people would return to Jerusalem to worship and established rival sanctuaries. Not a single king of Israel was faithful to God. Prophets like Elijah, Elisha, Amos, and Hosea ministered there, calling the nation to repentance. After 200 years and 19 kings, Assyria conquered Israel in 722 BC, scattering the population.

Key Verses about Kingdom of Israel

1 Kings 12:16-202 Kings 17:6-71 Kings 16:24

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