Azariah of Judah reigns fifty-two years, does right but leaves high places; the LORD strikes him with leprosy until death, so his son Jotham governs. Zechariah of Israel reigns six months until Shallum conspires and kills him publicly, fulfilling the LORD's word to Jehu about four generations. Shallum reigns one month until Menahem strikes him. Menahem reigns ten years in evil; he sacks Tiphsah, ripping open pregnant women. He pays Pul (Tiglath-pileser) of Assyria a thousand talents of silver (fifty shekels per wealthy man) to support his throne. Pekahiah his son reigns two years until his captain Pekah kills him in the citadel at Samaria. Pekah reigns twenty years; Tiglath-pileser carries Gilead, Galilee, and Naphtali into Assyrian captivity. Hoshea conspires, kills Pekah, and becomes king. Jotham of Judah reigns sixteen years, does right; in his days the LORD begins sending Rezin of Syria and Pekah against Judah. Ahaz succeeds him.
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Characters in This Chapter
Elijah's successor who performed many miracles and ministered to Israel's kings
Faithful king of Judah who trusted God against Assyria and was healed from illness
Reforming king who rediscovered the Law and led Judah in renewal
Syrian commander healed of leprosy by Elisha, demonstrating God's grace to Gentiles
Wicked king of Judah who led the nation into deep idolatry
Priest of Bethel who Opposed Amos
Son of Jacob, Ancestor of David and Christ
King of Israel
Places in This Chapter
Gilead was a mountainous region east of the Jordan River, known for its healing balm and rich pastures. It was home to the prophet Elijah and the judge Jephthah. Jacob and Laban made their covenant at a cairn of stones they named Galeed (Gilead). The region was allocated to the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and half of Manasseh.
Galilee was a region in northern Israel where Jesus grew up and conducted much of His ministry. Jesus called His first disciples here, performed many miracles, and taught large crowds. After His resurrection, Jesus met His disciples in Galilee and commissioned them to make disciples of all nations.
Position in Book
Jehu's revolt, various kings, increasing wickedness in Israel, some good kings in Judah.