Key Figures — 2 Chronicles 10

4 figures

1. Rehoboam

   King of Israel and son of Solomon.

   Rehoboam ascended to the throne after Solomon's death. His harsh response to the people's request for lighter burdens led to the division of the kingdom.

   Related passages

   • 1 Kings Chapter 12 (Parallel account of Rehoboam's reign and the division of the kingdom)
   • 2 Chronicles Chapter 9 (Rehoboam's succession after Solomon)

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2. Jeroboam

   Leader of the northern tribes and first king of the northern kingdom of Israel.

   Jeroboam was chosen by the northern tribes to lead them after Rehoboam's refusal to lighten their burdens, fulfilling the prophecy of Ahijah.

   Related passages

   • 1 Kings Chapter 11 (Prophecy of Ahijah concerning Jeroboam)
   • 1 Kings Chapter 12 (Jeroboam's rise to power)

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3. The Elders of Israel

   Advisors to King Rehoboam.

   The elders advised Rehoboam to serve the people and speak kindly to them, which he rejected in favor of the advice from his peers.

   Related passages

   • 1 Kings Chapter 12 (The elders' advice to Rehoboam)

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   • #Advice
   • #Wisdom

4. The Young Men

   Advisors to King Rehoboam.

   The young men who grew up with Rehoboam advised him to increase the burdens on the people, leading to the kingdom's division.

   Related passages

   • 1 Kings Chapter 12 (The young men's advice to Rehoboam)

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   • #Folly

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