Chapter 9 — A Nation Crumbles

Vocabulary flashcards covering the reign of Solomon, the division of the kingdom, the prophets, and the eventual destruction of Israel and Judah based on the lecture notes.

Solomon

The son of King David who became king of Israel, known for his wisdom and for building the Temple in Jerusalem.

Temple of Jerusalem

The magnificent house of worship built by Solomon where the Ark of the Covenant was kept and where God’s presence was shown.

Kingdom of Israel

The northern kingdom formed after Solomon’s death when ten tribes broke away under King Jeroboam.

Kingdom of Judah

The southern kingdom made up of the tribes of Judah and Benjamin, ruled by David’s descendants.

Babylonian Exile

The period when the Babylonians conquered Judah and took many Israelites captive to Babylon.

Jeroboam

The leader and first king of the northern kingdom who set up bull statues to stop the people from going to Jerusalem to worship.

Amos and Hosea

Prophets who preached in the northern kingdom and taught about inner faith, worshiping Yahweh alone, and living with justice.

Elijah and Elisha

Great prophets who worked miracles during the time of King Ahab.

King Hezekiah

A good king of Judah who was supported by the prophet Isaiah.

Jeremiah

The prophet who warned Judah about its unfaithfulness before the Babylonian destruction.

$$721\text{ B.C.}$$

The year the Assyrians conquered the northern kingdom of Israel and took many Israelites into exile.

$$598\text{ B.C.}$$

The year of the first exile of Judah to Babylon before the final fall of Jerusalem and the destruction of the Temple.

King Josiah

A good king of Judah who, along with Hezekiah, tried to implement reforms to lead the people back to God.

Bull Statues

Idols set up by Jeroboam that confused the people and encouraged pagan worship, such as Baal worship.