1 Chronicles 3:10
Solomon's son was Rehoboam: Abijah was his son, Asa his son, Jehoshaphat his son,
Solomon’s son
The mention of Solomon here is significant as he was the son of David and Bathsheba, and his reign is often seen as the golden age of Israel due to his wisdom and the building of the Temple. The Hebrew root for Solomon is "Shlomo," which is derived from "shalom," meaning peace. Solomon's reign was marked by peace and prosperity, a fulfillment of God's promise to David. This peace allowed for the construction of the Temple, a central place of worship for Israel.

was Rehoboam
Rehoboam, whose name means "he enlarges the people," was Solomon's successor. His reign marked the beginning of the divided kingdom due to his failure to heed wise counsel, leading to the secession of the ten northern tribes. This division is a pivotal moment in Israel's history, illustrating the consequences of pride and the importance of seeking God's wisdom.

Abijah his son
Abijah, also known as Abijam, means "my father is Yahweh." His reign was short, and he is noted for his war with Jeroboam of Israel. Despite his shortcomings, Abijah's name reflects a heritage of faith, reminding us of the importance of identity in God, even amidst personal and national struggles.

Asa his son
Asa, meaning "physician" or "healer," was known for his religious reforms and efforts to rid Judah of idolatry. His reign is characterized by a return to the worship of Yahweh and reliance on God for victory over enemies. Asa's life encourages believers to pursue spiritual renewal and trust in God's power.

Jehoshaphat his son
Jehoshaphat, meaning "Yahweh has judged," was noted for his efforts to strengthen the kingdom spiritually and militarily. He sought to follow God's commands and established a system of justice and religious education. His reign underscores the importance of righteous leadership and the blessings of aligning a nation with God's will.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Solomon
The son of King David and Bathsheba, Solomon was the third king of Israel, known for his wisdom, wealth, and building the First Temple in Jerusalem.

2. Rehoboam
Solomon's son, who became king after Solomon's death. His reign saw the division of the united kingdom of Israel into two: the northern kingdom of Israel and the southern kingdom of Judah.

3. Abijah
Also known as Abijam, he was the son of Rehoboam and king of Judah. His reign was marked by conflict with Jeroboam, the king of Israel.

4. Asa
The son of Abijah, Asa was a king of Judah known for his religious reforms and efforts to rid the land of idolatry.

5. Jehoshaphat
Asa's son, Jehoshaphat was a king of Judah noted for his faithfulness to God and his efforts to strengthen the kingdom spiritually and militarily.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Godly Leadership
The kings listed in this verse had varying degrees of faithfulness to God. Their leadership had significant impacts on the spiritual and political state of the nation. This highlights the importance of seeking God's guidance in leadership roles.

Generational Influence
The lineage from Solomon to Jehoshaphat shows how the faith and actions of one generation can influence the next. It encourages us to consider the legacy we are leaving for future generations.

The Consequences of Division
Rehoboam's reign led to the division of the kingdom, illustrating the consequences of poor decisions and the importance of unity in the body of Christ.

Faithfulness in Adversity
Asa and Jehoshaphat faced challenges but remained faithful to God. Their accounts encourage us to trust in God during difficult times and to seek His guidance.
Bible Study Questions
1. How did the leadership styles of Solomon, Rehoboam, Asa, and Jehoshaphat differ, and what can we learn from their successes and failures?

2. In what ways can we ensure that our actions today positively influence future generations, as seen in the lineage from Solomon to Jehoshaphat?

3. How does the division of the kingdom under Rehoboam serve as a warning for maintaining unity within our families, churches, and communities?

4. What specific actions did Asa and Jehoshaphat take to demonstrate their faithfulness to God, and how can we apply similar principles in our lives?

5. How does the genealogy from Solomon to Jehoshaphat in 1 Chronicles 3:10 connect to the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1, and what does this reveal about God's faithfulness to His promises?
Connections to Other Scriptures
1 Kings 11-14
These chapters provide a detailed account of Solomon's reign, his wisdom, and the eventual division of the kingdom under Rehoboam.

2 Chronicles 14-20
These chapters offer a more in-depth look at the reigns of Asa and Jehoshaphat, highlighting their reforms and reliance on God.

Matthew 1:7-8
This genealogy of Jesus Christ includes the lineage from Solomon to Jehoshaphat, showing the fulfillment of God's promise to David.
Genealogy of Israel's Royal HouseholdF. Whitfield 1 Chronicles 3:1-24
Review of the KingsR. Tuck 1 Chronicles 3:10-19
Kings of the Royal Line - Zedekiah: the Lesson of His LifeF. Whitfield 1 Chronicles 3:10-24
The Best Rewards of Piety, EtcW. Clarkson 1 Chronicles 3:10-24
On the Genealogical TablesR. Glover 1 Chronicles 1-6
GenealogiesJ.R. Thomson 1 Chronicles 1-9
People
Abia, Abigail, Abijah, Abital, Absalom, Adonijah, Ahaz, Ahaziah, Ahinoam, Akkub, Amaziah, Ammiel, Amnon, Amon, Anani, Arnan, Asa, Assir, Azariah, Azrikam, Bariah, Bathsheba, Bathshua, Berechiah, Carmelitess, Dalaiah, Daniel, David, Delaiah, Eglah, Eliada, Eliashib, Elioenai, Eliphelet, Elishama, Elishua, Haggith, Hananiah, Hasadiah, Hashubah, Hattush, Hesed, Hezekiah, Hizkiah, Hodaiah, Hodaviah, Hoshama, Ibhar, Igal, Igeal, Isaiah, Ithream, Japhia, Jecamiah, Jeconiah, Jehoiachin, Jehoiakim, Jehoshaphat, Jekamiah, Jesaiah, Jeshaiah, Jezreel, Jezreelitess, Jizreelitess, Joash, Johanan, Joram, Josiah, Jotham, Jushabhesed, Maacah, Maachah, Malchiram, Manasseh, Meshullam, Nathan, Neariah, Nedabiah, Nepheg, Nogah, Obadiah, Ohel, Pedaiah, Pelaiah, Pelatiah, Rehoboam, Rephaiah, Salathiel, Shallum, Shammua, Shaphat, Shealtiel, Shecaniah, Shechaniah, Shelomith, Shemaiah, Shenazar, Shephatiah, Shimea, Shimei, Shobab, Solomon, Talmai, Tamar, Zedekiah, Zerubbabel
Places
Geshur, Hebron, Jerusalem
Topics
Abia, Abijah, Abi'jah, Asa, Descendants, Jehoshaphat, Jehosh'aphat, Rehoboam, Rehobo'am, Solomon, Solomon's
Dictionary of Bible Themes
1 Chronicles 3:10-19

     2540   Christ, genealogy

Library
Altar and Temple
'And when the seventh month was come, and the children of Israel were in the cities, the people gathered themselves together as one man to Jerusalem. 2. Then stood up Jeshua the son of Jozadak, and his brethren the priests, and Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, and his brethren, and builded the altar of the God of Israel, to offer burnt offerings thereon, as it is written in the law of Moses the man of God. 3. And they set the altar upon his bases; for fear was upon them because of the people of those
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

The Iranian Conquest
Drawn by Boudier, from the engraving in Coste and Flandin. The vignette, drawn by Faucher-Gudin, from a statuette in terra-cotta, found in Southern Russia, represents a young Scythian. The Iranian religions--Cyrus in Lydia and at Babylon: Cambyses in Egypt --Darius and the organisation of the empire. The Median empire is the least known of all those which held sway for a time over the destinies of a portion of Western Asia. The reason of this is not to be ascribed to the shortness of its duration:
G. Maspero—History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 9

Chronicles
The comparative indifference with which Chronicles is regarded in modern times by all but professional scholars seems to have been shared by the ancient Jewish church. Though written by the same hand as wrote Ezra-Nehemiah, and forming, together with these books, a continuous history of Judah, it is placed after them in the Hebrew Bible, of which it forms the concluding book; and this no doubt points to the fact that it attained canonical distinction later than they. Nor is this unnatural. The book
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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