Shechem
Overview
- Type: City / covenant site
- Testament: Old
- Modern Location: Near modern Nablus
Biblical Significance
Shechem is a major covenant location, associated with the patriarchs and Covenant Renewal at Shechem. In 1 Kings it becomes the political gathering point where Rehoboam’s folly triggers Division of the Kingdom.
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Key People Associated
Important Verses
“Rehoboam went to Shechem: for all Israel were come to Shechem to make him king.” - 1 Kings 12:1