RELIGIONS
JUDAISM
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Question
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Which event resulted in the kingdom of Israel becoming divided?
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The Babylonian Captivity
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The conquest by the Assyrians
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The death of King Solomon
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Joshua’s capture of Jericho
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -After the death of Solomon, a schism over taxation divided the nation into two kingdoms. Rehoboam, Solomon’s son and anointed successor, ruled over the Southern Kingdom, which was composed of the territory belonging to the tribes of Judah and Benjamin.
Detailed explanation-2: -Solomon is known for being the king of Israel who built the first Temple in Jerusalem.
Detailed explanation-3: -According to the biblical account, this kingdom was founded after the death of Saul, when the tribe of Judah elevated David to rule over it. After seven years, David became king of a reunited Kingdom of Israel.
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