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226 GOD'S CHOSEN PEOPLE UNDER KINGS
grew in wealth. During this time Asa destroyed the places where idols were worshiped.
THINGS TO KNOW AND TO DO
1. J OAM FOUNDS THE KIN OM OF ISRAEL
1. Tell the chief reason why Roboam failed to restore peace to his kingdom, and criticize his conduct.
2. Name the worst results of the division of the kingdom?
3. Why was Jeroboam displeasing to God?
4. How was the city of Sichem connected with the founders of
the Jewish nation?
2. R OAM RULES Ovm THE KIN OM OF JUDA
1. Locate on the map the territory of the tribes that remained faithful to Roboam.
2. Mention_ the reasons why the division of the kingdom made all the Israelites poor.