The 480-year period between the Exodus and Solomon's Temple
Now it came about in the four hundred and eightieth year after the sons of Israel came out of the land of Egypt, in the fourth year of Solomon's reign over Isra..., spanning 480 years.
Description
Now it came about in the four hundred and eightieth year after the sons of Israel came out of the land of Egypt, in the fourth year of Solomon's reign over Israel, in the month of Ziv which is the second month, that he began to build the house of the LORD. (1KI 6:1)
Details
- Type
- Period
- Start
- ~1489 BC(2515 AH)
- End
- ~1009 BC(2995 AH)
- Duration
- 480 years
- Start Reference
- 1KI 6:1
- End Reference
- 1KI 6:1
Notes
START:[Shulman date p115] END:[Shulman date p115] [Ussher date p67]
Historical Dating
Period of the Judges
1375–1050 BCAfter Joshua's death, Israel enters a dark cycle: apostasy (serving Baals and Ashtoreths), oppression (God raises up enemies), repentance (crying to YHWH), and deliverance (God sends judges). The refr...
Solomon's Reign and Temple Construction
970–930 BCSolomon (שְׁלֹמֹה, 'peace') succeeds David, and God grants him unprecedented wisdom. His building of the Temple fulfills David's desire and creates the permanent dwelling place for the ark and divine ...
Rebuilding the Temple
536–516 BCThe returned exiles begin rebuilding the temple amid opposition from Samaritans and local populations. Work halts for sixteen years due to discouragement and opposition. The prophets Haggai and Zechar...
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did The 480-year period between the Exodus and Solomon's Temple occur in Bible history?
The 480-year period between the Exodus and Solomon's Temple occurred approximately ~1489 BC to ~1009 BC. This is 2515–2995 AH (Anno Hominis — years from Creation using the Ussher chronology, where Year 1 = ~4004 BC). This period lasted 480 years.
What does “AH” mean in Bible chronology?
AH stands for “Anno Hominis” (Year of Man), a chronological system that counts years from Creation. Under the Ussher chronology, Year 1 AH corresponds to approximately 4004 BC.