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Enlightened Pathways: Bridging Catechism & Philosophy through Empowerment Technology
A collaborative project of Christian Life Formation Philosophy and Empowerment Technology
Divided Kingdom Stage
When the kingdom of Israel split into Israel in the north and Judah in the south in 922 BCE, it was known as a divided kingdom. This period ended in 721 BCE when the Assyrians destroyed Israel, or the northern kingdom. Israel and Judah coexisted as neighbors during this time, though not always amicably.
During this stage, depicted in First Kings 12–22 and Second Kings 1–17, the lives of the two nations' monarchs serve as models in biblical literature. The narrative frequently pauses to provide a formula summarizing and evaluating a monarch's reign, including the duration of their rule, the identification of the successor, and a reference to another historical source for additional details.
The powerful Northern Kingdom of Israel, led by notable kings like Omri, established its capital in Samaria. Despite its initial capital in Shechem, the location changed frequently. Dynastic instability plagued the north, with only Omri and Jehu's families lasting over four generations. In 722 BCE, Samaria fell to the Assyrians under Sargon II after a three-year siege, leading to the captivity of the upper societal levels.
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