Melachim 14 Flashcards
What was the name of Yeravam’s son who became ill?
Aviyah
Who did Yeravam want to consult to see the fate of his son?
Achiyah Hashiloni
Who did Yeravam send to go to Achiya?
His wife, the mother of Aviyah
What instructions did Yeravam give his wife and why?
To dress as a simple peasant woman and bring the Navi a simple gift so Achiyah wouldn’t recognize her.
Why did Yeravam not want Achiyah to recognize his wife?
Achiyah was angry with Yeravam for leading Bnei Yisrael astray so Yeravam was worried that Achiyah might curse him.
What disability did Achiyah suffer from in his old age?
He was blind
What was the first part of Hashem’s message to Achiya
That Yeravam’s wife would be coming to consult with him to ask about her sick son, and that she would be disguised as a peasant woman.
What did Achiya say to Yeravam’s wife when she came through the door?
He said come in wife of Yeravam. Why are you disguised? I have a harsh message for you.
Why was Hashem especially angry with Yeravam?
Hashem took away the kingdom from David and gave it to Yeravam, but Yeravam acted worse than any king before him and led Bnei Yisrael to sin.
What would be Yeravam’s punishment?
- Hashem will destroy the house of Yeravam and leave no survivors.
- The Jewish people will be exiled and scattered along the Euphrates (Land of Bavel)
What would happen to Aviya, Yeravam’s son?
Achiya told her that as soon as Yeravam’s wife would return to the city, the child would die. In truth, he died as she entered the house.
Aviya was buried in honor and mourned by the people. Why did he merit a respectable burial?
Aviya was a guard on the border between the Kingdom of Yisrael and the Kingdom of Yehudah. When Jews wanted to sneak out of Yisrael to go to the Beit Hamikdash, he would look the other way and allow them to go.
Where are the rest of the details of Yeravam’s rule written?
Divrei Hayamim for the Kings of Yisrael
How long did Yeravam rule?
22 years
How long did Rechavam rule?
17 years
