The record in 2 Chron. 10:2, 3, seems to imply that Jeroboam was called, not from Egypt, but from Ephraim, for Jeroboam had doubtless already returned from Egypt. Jeroboam was a recognized leader. There was just cause for grievance against the throne, and it would be only natural to present the matter on such an occasion, and to have Jeroboam participate in the proceedings.