Bible Explorer · Journey · 5 Stops
Follow the dramatic rupture of Solomon's empire following the assembly at Shechem, the establishment of the northern royal capital at Tirzah, and Jeroboam's golden calves at Bethel and Dan.
Follow the full biblical biography of Jeroboam I.
Rehoboam begins in Jerusalem and journeys north to Shechem to be crowned by all Israel.
At Shechem the northern tribes rebel against Rehoboam and crown Jeroboam son of Nebat.
Jeroboam establishes the royal residence of the northern monarchy at picturesque Tirzah.
Jeroboam sets up the southern golden calf at Bethel to prevent pilgrimage to Jerusalem.
Jeroboam sets up the northern golden calf sanctuary at the foot of Mount Hermon in Dan.