Kingdom Divides
After Solomon's death, the kingdom splits into Israel (10 northern tribes under Jeroboam) and Judah (southern tribes under Rehoboam).
Isaiah's Commission
In the year King Uzziah dies, Isaiah sees the Lord high and exalted in the Temple. He is cleansed and commissioned as a prophet to Judah.
Josiah's Reforms
The young king Josiah discovers the Book of the Law in the Temple and launches sweeping reforms, tearing down altars and idols throughout Judah.
Fall of Jerusalem
Babylon destroys Jerusalem and Solomon's Temple, carrying Judah into exile. The Davidic monarchy is ended, and the land is left desolate.
Babylonian Exile
Judah lives in captivity in Babylon for 70 years, as prophesied by Jeremiah. It is a period of deep reflection and theological transformation.
Isaiah foretells a people who hear but do not understand (Isaiah 6:9-10) — Jesus quotes this to explain His parables (Matthew 13:14-15).
Jeremiah prophesied 70 years of captivity (Jeremiah 29:10) — fulfilled when Cyrus decreed the return from exile.