During the reign of Solomon’s son, Rehoboam, the Northern tribes of Israel broke off and selected their own king. The children of Israel were now divided. The Northern Kingdom became wicked, and they were soon conquered by Assyria and scattered. The Southern Kingdom (or Kingdom of Judah) was later led by the righteous king Hezekiah. Hezekiah listened to the prophet Isaiah and prayed to the Lord for help when Assyria came to conquer them. The Lord promised to defend the city because of the faith of the people. Years later when Hezekiah died his son Manasseh became king. Manasseh was a wicked king, and his son Amon was also wicked. Amon’s son Josiah was a righteous king. Josiah repaired the temple and read the scriptures to the people. Josiah and his people covenanted to keep the commandments and follow God. Sadly, the kings after Josiah were wicked, and eventually the Southern Kingdom was also conquered and the people were scattered.