Abimelech Rule (jan 1, 1215 BC – jan 1, 1212 BC)
Description:
Abimelech was the son of Gideon and is often seen as a false or anti-judge. He took power by killing his 70 brothers and declaring himself king in Shechem. His violent rule lasted about three years before he was killed by a falling millstone during a siege.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1215 BC
jan 1, 1212 BC
~ 3 years