(many peopled). (1) First king of Israel after the division, B. C. 975-954. Plotter for Solomon’s throne (1 Kings 11:26-40); fled to Egypt; returned on death of Solomon; set up kingdom of ten tribes; established idolatry; warred with Judah; defeated by Abijah; soon after died (1 Kings 12-14; 2 Chron. 10-13). (2) Jeroboam II, 13th king of Israel. Successor to Joash. Reigned B. C. 825-784. Idolatrous, but mighty and illustrious. Raised Israel to greatest splendor (2 Kings 14:23-29; 15:8-9; Amos 1:1; 2:6-16).