Judah

RegionOld Testament

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Judah was the southern kingdom formed after the division of Israel following Solomon's death. With Jerusalem as its capital, it was ruled by the descendants of David. The kingdom lasted from around 930 BC until the Babylonian conquest in 586 BC. The prophets Habakkuk, Jeremiah, and Isaiah ministered during its final years, warning of coming judgment.

Historical Timeline

Conquestc. 1400 BC

Judah receives its tribal inheritance

United Monarchyc. 1010 BC

David crowned king of Judah in Hebron

Divided Kingdomc. 930 BC

Kingdom divides; Judah remains under Davidic line

Exile586 BC

Babylon conquers Judah and destroys Jerusalem

Notable Characters

David

DavidFirst king of the united monarchy from the tribe of Judah

Jesus Christ

Jesus ChristThe Lion of Judah, Messiah from David's line

Key Verses

1 Kings 12:17 2 Kings 17:18 Habakkuk 1:1 Jeremiah 1:3

Frequently Asked Questions

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