Topical Encyclopedia Rehoboam, the son of Solomon and Naamah the Ammonite, was the first king of the southern kingdom of Judah following the division of the united monarchy of Israel. His reign is marked by significant events that shaped the history of the Israelites, including the secession of the ten northern tribes and the establishment of the separate kingdom of Israel under Jeroboam. Rehoboam's death is recorded in the biblical narrative, providing insight into the end of his reign and the transition of power in Judah.Rehoboam reigned for seventeen years in Jerusalem, the city chosen by the LORD out of all the tribes of Israel to put His Name there (1 Kings 14:21). His reign was characterized by a mixture of adherence to the traditions of his father Solomon and a departure from the ways of the LORD, leading to spiritual and political challenges. The biblical account highlights that Rehoboam did evil because he did not set his heart to seek the LORD (2 Chronicles 12:14). The death of Rehoboam is briefly mentioned in the Scriptures, marking the end of his troubled reign. According to the account in 1 Kings 14:31 , "And Rehoboam rested with his fathers and was buried with them in the City of David. His mother's name was Naamah the Ammonite, and his son Abijah became king in his place." This passage indicates that Rehoboam was laid to rest in the City of David, a traditional burial place for the kings of Judah, signifying his royal status despite the challenges he faced during his reign. The parallel account in 2 Chronicles 12:16 provides a similar record: "Then Rehoboam rested with his fathers and was buried in the City of David. And his son Abijah reigned in his place." This repetition underscores the continuity of the Davidic line, despite the division of the kingdom and the internal strife that marked Rehoboam's rule. Rehoboam's death and burial in the City of David reflect the enduring legacy of the Davidic dynasty, which continued through his son Abijah. The transition of power to Abijah, as noted in both accounts, signifies the ongoing fulfillment of God's covenant with David, promising that his descendants would continue to rule over Judah. Rehoboam's reign and death serve as a reminder of the complexities of leadership and the consequences of turning away from the LORD. His life and legacy are preserved in the biblical narrative, offering lessons on the importance of faithfulness and the impact of a leader's decisions on the spiritual and political life of a nation. Nave's Topical Index 1 Kings 14:31And Rehoboam slept with his fathers, and was buried with his fathers in the city of David. And his mother's name was Naamah an Ammonitess. And Abijam his son reigned in his stead. Nave's Topical Index 2 Chronicles 12:16 Library How, Upon the Death of Solomon the People Forsook his Son Rehoboam ... Concerning Rehoboam, and How God Inflicted Punishment Upon Him for ... Rehoboam's Great Mistake Concerning the Death of a Son of Jeroboam. How Jeroboam was Beaten ... We Learn from the Fact of the Separation of the Ten Tribes from ... The Kingdom Op Judah. A Time to Flee and a Time to Stay. The Rending of the Kingdom The Divided Kingdom. How, when Absalom was Beaten, He was Caught in a Tree by his Hair ... Resources Who was King Rehoboam in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the story of Rehoboam and Jeroboam? | GotQuestions.org Why was Israel divided into the Southern Kingdom and Northern Kingdom? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Rehoboam: Builds Fortified Cities; is Temporarily Prosperous Rehoboam: Genealogy and Descendants of Rehoboam: Invaded by the King of Egypt and Plundered Rehoboam: Refuses to Reform Abuses Rehoboam: Successor to Solomon As King Rehoboam: Ten Tribes, Under the Leadership of Jeroboam, Successfully Revolt From Related Terms |
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