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What happened when Rehoboam strengthened himself and established his kingdom?
What happened when Rehoboam strengthened himself and established his kingdom?
He forsook the law of the Lord and Israel with him
In what year of King Rehoboam's reign did someone attack Jerusalem?
In what year of King Rehoboam's reign did someone attack Jerusalem?
5th
Who attacked Jerusalem?
Who attacked Jerusalem?
Shishak king of Egypt
Why did he attack Jerusalem?
Why did he attack Jerusalem?
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How many people did Shishak use to attack Jerusalem?
How many people did Shishak use to attack Jerusalem?
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What nationality were the people who attacked Jerusalem?
What nationality were the people who attacked Jerusalem?
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What cities did Shishak take?
What cities did Shishak take?
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What prophet came to Rehoboam and what did he tell them?
What prophet came to Rehoboam and what did he tell them?
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What did the princes and Rehoboam do?
What did the princes and Rehoboam do?
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When the Lord saw that they humbled themselves, what was His response?
When the Lord saw that they humbled themselves, what was His response?
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What did Shishak king of Egypt take away from Jerusalem?
What did Shishak king of Egypt take away from Jerusalem?
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What type of shields did Rehoboam make?
What type of shields did Rehoboam make?
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Who did Rehoboam commit the shields to?
Who did Rehoboam commit the shields to?
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When the King entered the Lord's house, where did the guard fetch the shields?
When the King entered the Lord's house, where did the guard fetch the shields?
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What happened when Rehoboam humbled himself?
What happened when Rehoboam humbled himself?
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How old was Rehoboam when he began to reign?
How old was Rehoboam when he began to reign?
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Where did Rehoboam reign?
Where did Rehoboam reign?
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How many years did Rehoboam reign?
How many years did Rehoboam reign?
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What was Rehoboam's mother's name and nationality?
What was Rehoboam's mother's name and nationality?
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Why did Rehoboam do evil?
Why did Rehoboam do evil?
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The acts of Rehoboam first and last are written in what two books?
The acts of Rehoboam first and last are written in what two books?
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There were wars between what two people constantly?
There were wars between what two people constantly?
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Rehoboam slept with who and was buried where?
Rehoboam slept with who and was buried where?
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Who reigned in Rehoboam's stead?
Who reigned in Rehoboam's stead?
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Study Notes
Rehoboam's Reign and Actions
- Rehoboam strengthened his kingdom but abandoned the law of the Lord, leading Israel to follow suit.
- In the fifth year of his reign, Shishak, the king of Egypt, attacked Jerusalem due to Israel's transgressions against the Lord.
- Shishak's forces included 1200 chariots, 60000 horsemen, and numerous troops from various nations such as Lubims, Sukkims, and Ethiopians.
- Shishak captured fortified cities in Judah and proceeded to Jerusalem.
Prophetic Warning and Humiliation
- Prophet Shemaiah delivered a message to Rehoboam and Judah's princes, stating their abandonment of the Lord resulted in Shishak's dominance.
- Humbling themselves, Rehoboam and the princes acknowledged the Lord's righteousness.
- Upon their humility, the Lord promised not to destroy them, granting them deliverance while allowing them to serve Shishak to understand divine service and the service of other kingdoms.
Despoiling of Treasures
- Following the attack, Shishak took the treasures from the Lord's house and the king's palace, including gold shields made by Solomon.
- Rehoboam replaced the gold shields with brass ones, assigning them to the chief guard responsible for the entrance to the king’s house.
Response to Humility
- Rehoboam's act of humbling himself led to the Lord's wrath being turned away, allowing things to improve in Judah.
Rehoboam's Age and Background
- Rehoboam began his reign at 41 years old, ruling from Jerusalem for 17 years. His mother was Naamah, an Ammonitess.
Rehoboam's Spiritual Downfall
- Rehoboam's failure to seek God actively resulted in his evil actions during his reign.
Historical Accounts and Conflict
- The records of Rehoboam's actions, including the first and the last, are documented in the books of Shemaiah the prophet and Iddo the seer.
- Continuous wars occurred between Rehoboam and Jeroboam throughout his reign.
Rehoboam's Death and Succession
- Rehoboam passed away and was buried with his ancestors in the City of David; he was succeeded by his son Abijah.
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Description
This quiz explores the reign of King Rehoboam, focusing on his actions that led to Israel's downfall and the subsequent prophetic warnings he received. It discusses Rehoboam's initial strength as a king, his abandonment of the Lord's laws, and the consequences of his decisions, including the invasion by Shishak. Understand the pivotal moments that shaped this biblical narrative.
