HISTORICITY OF ISRAEL: GOD'S PROMISE TO THE CHOSEN PEOPLE

Abstract

This article presents the historicity of Israel. Historically, based on the Old Testament, it was explained how Israel originated. The established society of Israel was formed by the Twelve Tribes of Israel, characterizing the tribal period, and was occupied by the direct descendants of Jacob. Initially, Israel was governed by a unified monarchy, Saul, David, and Solomon, which later became politically divided into two kingdoms, the Northern Kingdom and the Southern Kingdom. The first was called the Kingdom of Israel, and the second was called the Kingdom of Judah. ​​The divided monarchy led Israel to the Babylonian exile that lasted about 50 years, until its return to the promised land. This land was promised by God to Abraham, in his covenant with Him.