Solomon's son, Rehoboam, ascends the throne after the death of his father. A rebellion quickly forms, as Rehoboam promises to be more severe in his taxation and treatment of the nation. 10 of the 12 tribes secede, leaving Rehoboam to rule the tribes of Judah and Benjamin. For three years, Rehoboam follows the pattern laid out for him by his father and grandfather. He serves the Lord obediently and is blessed. After 3 years, however, he abandons his father's ways and begins to rely on his own strength and power. God allows Shishak, king of Egypt, to come and place the nation under attack to remind Rehoboam of how he must live. The king repents and Shishak departs, having taken much of Solomon's wealth. After a 17 year reign, Rehoboam dies and is succeeded by his son, Abijah.
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