Kingdom of Israel

RegionOld Testament

32.5000°N, 35.3000°E View on Map

The Kingdom of Israel was the northern kingdom established after the division of Solomon's united kingdom around 930 BC, consisting of ten tribes. It existed for about 200 years until its conquest by Assyria in 722 BC, with its capital eventually established at Samaria.

Historical Timeline

Divided Kingdomc. 930 BC

Ten tribes secede under Jeroboam, forming Northern Kingdom

Divided Kingdomc. 930 BC

Jeroboam sets up golden calves at Dan and Bethel

Divided Kingdomc. 874-853 BC

Ahab and Jezebel promote Baal worship

Exile722 BC

Assyria conquers Israel; ten tribes scattered

Notable Characters

Elijah

ElijahProphet who confronted Baal worship in the Northern Kingdom

Hosea

HoseaProphet who symbolized God's love for unfaithful Israel

Key Verses

1 Kings 12:16-20 2 Kings 17:6-7 1 Kings 16:24

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did the kingdom divide?+