The division
The reason for the Kingdoms of Israel dividing.
The people revolted against heavy taxes levied by Solomon and Rehoboam.
Time of Solomon's reign
About 970 to 931 BCE
Who was Solomon?
Son of David through Bathsheba, Built the first temple.
What verse does God show his patience in? (use your bible)
When was the division?
975 B.C
Other duties of the Kings of Israel.
The King would have the responsibility of making sure that God's will was done among the people.
Who was Jezebel?
Evil wife of King Ahab and worshiper of Baal.
1 Kings 3:6
Where was the Kingdom of Israel located?
What was a purpose of the kings of Israel?
To rule over them so they could be like the other nations.
Who was Josiah?
16th king of Judah, became king at 8 years old, Judahs last righteous king.
In what verse did God show Faithfulness? (use your bible)
1 Kings 8:56
What happened to the two kingdoms of Israel after they divided?
The 10 tribes of Israel made Jeroboam king and the tribes of Judah and Benjamin, along with the Levites, remained with Rehoboam.
Who are the 3 great kings of Israel?
Israel's greatest kings were Saul, David, and Solomon.
Who was Naaman?
Gentile army captain who contracted leprosy.
Where does God preform miracles in 2 Kings? (use your bible)