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Who Was Solomon's Son? Rehoboam in 1 Kings 11:43

The son of Solomon named at the end of his life is Rehoboam, who took the throne after Solomon was buried in David's city. The verse answers the question plainly, and the next chapter shows what kind of kingdom Rehoboam actually inherited.

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Jeroboam, Solomon's Servant Who Gained Ten Tribes

Jeroboam was not a stranger to Solomon's court but one of its trusted officials, promoted for his industry. The prophet Ahijah then announced that God would tear ten tribes from David's house and give them to him, a judgment delayed for David's sake.

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Who Was Jeroboam's Father? Nebat in 1 Kings 11

1 Kings 11:26 answers the question plainly: Jeroboam was the son of Nebat, an Ephraimite from Zeredah, and his mother was Zeruah, a widow. The verse then turns to Jeroboam's role as Solomon's servant and his revolt against the king.

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Who Was Solomon's Son? Rehoboam in 1 Kings

Solomon's son who reigned in his place was Rehoboam, named at the close of 1 Kings 11. The verses record a forty-year reign, a burial in David's city, and a succession that quickly became a national rupture.

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