Key Figures — 1 Kings 14

4 figures

1. Jeroboam

   King of Israel who led the northern kingdom into idolatry.

   Jeroboam's reign is marked by his establishment of idol worship, which led to God's judgment against his house.

   Related passages

   • 1 Kings 12 (Jeroboam's rise to power and establishment of idol worship)
   • 2 Chronicles 13 (Jeroboam's conflict with Abijah and God's judgment)

   • #Jeroboam
   • #Idolatry
   • #Judgment

2. Ahijah

   Prophet who delivers God's message of judgment to Jeroboam.

   Ahijah prophesies the downfall of Jeroboam's house due to his idolatry and disobedience to God.

   Related passages

   • 1 Kings 11 (Ahijah's prophecy of Jeroboam's rise)
   • 1 Kings 15 (Fulfillment of Ahijah's prophecy against Jeroboam's house)

   • #Ahijah
   • #Prophet
   • #Judgment

3. Rehoboam

   King of Judah, son of Solomon, whose reign is marked by conflict with Jeroboam.

   Rehoboam's reign in Judah is characterized by idolatry and conflict with Jeroboam, leading to further division in Israel.

   Related passages

   • 1 Kings 12 (Rehoboam's harsh policies leading to the division of the kingdom)
   • 2 Chronicles 12 (Rehoboam's reign and the invasion of Shishak)

   • #Rehoboam
   • #Judah
   • #Division

4. Abijah

   Son of Jeroboam who falls ill and whose death is prophesied by Ahijah.

   Abijah's illness and death serve as a sign of God's judgment against Jeroboam's house.

   Related passages

   • 1 Kings 14 (Ahijah's prophecy concerning Abijah)
   • 1 Kings 15 (The continuation of God's judgment on Jeroboam's house)

   • #Abijah
   • #Judgment
   • #Prophecy

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