Rehoboam

First king: Rehoboam (2 Chronicles 10:1–12:16)

David A. Dorsey, The Literary Structure of the Old Testament

1. a
   introduction: revolt of Jeroboam and ten northern tribes10:1–19
2. b
   invasion of Israel by Judah forbidden11:1–4prophecy of Shemaiah
3. c
   establishment of fortified cities in Judah11:5–12
4. d
   CENTER: support of priests and Levites11:13–17
5. c′
   placement of princes of Judah in fortified cities of Judah11:18–23
6. b′
   invasion of Judah by Egypt12:1–12prophecy of Shemaiah
7. a′
   conclusion: summary of reign and warfare with Jeroboam12:13–16