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II Kings Chapter 15

THE PROPHETS

II KINGS

MELACHIM II

The Books of I and II Kings, also known as the Books of Kings, recount the history of the Israelite monarchy from the reign of Solomon to the destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile. It provides insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during those periods. From one righteous king to another evil king one after another, miracle after miracle favoring the righteous kings, and against the evil kings.

Chapter 15

II Kings Chapter 15 on One King After Another in Judah and Israel

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“King Of Judah Doing What Is Proper”
“King Of Israel Doing What Is Evil”

In the twenty-seventh year of Jeroboam king of Israel — Azariah, son of Amaziah king of Judah, became king.
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He did what was proper in the eyes of Hashem, entirely as his father Amaziah had done.
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Hashem inflicted disease upon the king; he was a leper until the day of his death, …
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Azariah lay with his forefathers and they buried him with his forefathers in the City of David; his son Jotham reigned in his place.
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In the thirty-eighth year of Azariah king of Judah, Zechariah son of Jeroboam became king over Israel, [and reigned] in Samaria for six months.
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He did what was evil in the eyes of Hashem, as his forefathers had done; he did not turn away from the sins of Jeroboam son of Nebat, that he caused Israel to sin.
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Shallum son of Jabesh conspired against him, and he struck him in front of the people, killing him; and he reigned in his place.
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This was [the fulfillment of] the word of Hashem that He had spoken to Jehu, saying, “Four generations [of your descendants] will sit upon the throne of Israel for your sake.” and so it was.
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Shallum son of Jabesh became king in the thirty-ninth year of Uzziah king of Judah, and reigned for one month in Samaria.
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Menahem son of Gadi went up from Tirzah and came to Samaria, and he struck down Shallum son of Jabesh in Samaria, killed him, and he reigned in his place.
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In the thirty-ninth year of Azariah king of Judah, Menahem son of Gadi became king over Israel, … He did what was evil in the eyes of Hashem; … that he caused Israel to sin, all his days.
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Menahem lay with his forefathers, and his son Pekahiah reigned in his place.
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He did what was evil in the eyes of Hashem; he did not turn away from the sins of Jeroboam son of Nebat, that he caused Israel to sin.
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His captain Pekah son of Remaliah conspired against him, striking him in Samaria … he killed him and reigned in his place.
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In the fifty-second year of Azariah king of Judah, Pekah son of Remaliah became king over Israel, [and reigned] in Samaria for twenty years.
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He did that which was evil in the eyes of Hashem; …
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Hoshea son of Elah conspired against Pekah son of Remaliah, and he struck him, and killed him; and he reigned in his place, in the twentieth year of Jotham son of Uzziah.
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In the second year of Pekah son of Remaliah king of Israel, Jotham, son of Uzziah king of Judah, became king.
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He did what was proper in the eyes of Hashem, just as his father Uzziah had done, he did.
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However, the high places did not cease; the people continued to sacrifice and burn incense at the high places. He built the upper gate of the Temple of Hashem.
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Jotham lay with his forefathers and was buried with his forefathers, in the City of David his forefather. His son Ahaz reigned in his place.
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1 In the twenty-seventh year of Jeroboam the king of Israel, Azariah the son of Amaziah the king of Judah, became king.
2 He was sixteen years old when he became king, and he reigned fifty-two years in Jerusalem, and his mother’s name was Jecoliah of Jerusalem.
3 And he did what was right in the eyes of the Lord, like all that Amaziah his father did.
4 However, the high places were not removed; the people were still slaughtering sacrifices and burning incense on the high places.
5 And the Lord brought a plague upon the king, and he was stricken with zaraath until the day of his death, and he lived in a house of retirement, and Jotham the king’s son, who was appointed over the palace, judged the people of the land.
6 And the rest of the events of Azariah and all that he did, are written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah.
7 And Azariah slept with his forefathers, and they buried him with his forefathers in the city of David, and Jotham his son reigned in his stead.
8 In the thirty-eighth year of Azariah the king of Judah, Zechariah the son of Jeroboam reigned over Israel in Samaria six months.
9 And he did what was evil in the eyes of the Lord, as his forefathers had done; he did not turn away from the sins of Jeroboam the son of Nebat, which he caused Israel to sin.
10 And Shallum the son of Jabesh revolted against him and struck him before the people and slew him, and reigned in his stead.
11 And the rest of the deeds of Zechariah are written in the book of chronicles of the kings of Israel.
12 This was the word of the Lord which he had spoken to Jehu, saying, “Your descendants of the fourth generation will sit on the throne of Israel,” and it was so.
13 Shallum the son of Jabesh became king in the thirty-ninth year of Uzziah the king of Judah, and he reigned a full month in Samaria.
14 And Menahem the son of Gadi went up from Tirzah and came to Samaria; and he struck down Shallum the son of Jabesh and slew him, and reigned in his stead.
15 And the rest of the deeds of Shallum and his revolt that he revolted, are written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel.
16 Then Menahem attacked Tiphsah and all those therein and its boundaries from Tirzah; since he did not open, he attacked it; he ripped open all its pregnant women.
17 In the thirty-ninth year of Azariah the king of Judah, Menahem the son of Gadi reigned over Israel ten years in Samaria.
18 And he did what was evil in the eyes of the Lord; he did not turn away from the sins of Jeroboam the son of Nebat that he caused Israel to sin, all his days.
19 Pul the king of Assyria invaded the land, and Menahem gave Pul one thousand talents of silver that his hands might be with him to strengthen the kingdom in his hand.
20 Menahem exacted the money from Israel, from all the mighty warriors, that each man give fifty shekels of silver. And the king of Assyria returned and did not remain there in the land.
21 And the rest of the events of Menahem and all that he did, are written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel.
22 And Menahem slept with his forefathers, and Pekahiah his son reigned in his stead.
23 In the fiftieth year of Azariah the king of Judah, Pekahiah the son of Menahem reigned over Israel in Samaria for two years.
24 And he did what was evil in the eyes of the Lord; he did not turn away from the sins of Jeroboam the son of Nebat, that he caused the Israelites to sin.
25 And Pekah the son of Remaliah his officer, revolted against him, and he struck him down in Samaria in the inner chamber of the king’s palace, near the palace and near the lion, and with him were fifty men of the Gileadites; and he slew him and reigned in his stead.
26 And the rest of the events of Pekahiah and all that he did, are written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel.
27 In the fifty-second year of Azariah the king of Judah, Pekah the son of Remaliah reigned over Israel in Samaria twenty years.
28 And he did what was evil in the eyes of the Lord; he did not turn away from the sins of Jeroboam the son of Nebat, which he had caused Israel to commit.
29 In the days of Pekah the king of Israel, Tiglath-pileser the king of Assyria came and took Ijon, Abel-beth-maacah, Janoah, Kedesh, Hazor, Gilead, and Galilee, the entire land of Naphtali; and he exiled them to Assyria.
30 And Hoshea the son of Elah revolted against Pekah the son of Remaliah, and he struck him and slew him, and reigned in his stead, in the twentieth year of Jotham the son of Uzziah.
31 And the rest of the events of Pekah and all that he did are written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel.
32 In the second year of Pekah the son of Remaliah the king of Israel, Jotham the son of Uzziah the king of Judah became king.
33 He was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem; and his mother’s name was Jerusha the daughter of Zadok.
34 And he did what was right in the eyes of the Lord; like all that his father Uzziah did, he did.
35 However, the high places were not removed; the people were still slaughtering sacrifices and burning incense on the high places. He built the upper gate of the house of the Lord.
36 And the rest of the events of Jotham and all that he did, are written in the book of chronicles of the kings of Judah.
37 In those days, the Lord began to incite Rezin the king of Aram and Pekah the son of Remaliah against Judah.
38 And Jotham slept with his forefathers, and he was buried with his forefathers in the city of David his father, and Ahaz his son reigned in his stead.

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The Book of Joshua, in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible, narrates the entry of the Children of Israel into the Promised Land of Canaan and their conquest and partition of the land under the leadership of Joshua, as Moses’ successor. It details the Israelites’ miraculous crossing of the Jordan River, the fall of Jericho, the battles of Ai and Gibeon, and the division of the land among the twelve tribes. Joshua resonates with Moses, in which he exhorts the Israelites to remain faithful to G-d and His commandments.
Judges chronicles the history of the Israelites during the period between the conquest of the Land of Israel and the establishment of the monarchy. It contains accounts of the heroic deeds of various judges who led and rescued the Israelites from their enemies. The book also provides valuable insights into the spiritual and moral challenges faced by the Israelites during that time. The cycle of sin is clearly seen in the book of Judges (Shoftim in Hebrew).
The Books of I and II Samuel, also known as the Books of Samuel, recount the life and times of the prophet Samuel, the establishment of the Israelite monarchy, and the reigns of the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. Samuel (Shmuel in Hebrew) anointed both Saul and David as kings of Israel with the approval of G-d and at His command.
The Books of I and II Samuel, also known as the Books of Samuel, recount the life and times of the prophet Samuel, the establishment of the Israelite monarchy, and the reigns of the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. Samuel (Shmuel in Hebrew) anointed both Saul and David as kings of Israel with the approval of G-d and at His command.

The Books of I and II Kings, also known as the Books of Kings, recount the history of the Israelite monarchy from the reign of Solomon to the destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. From one righteous king to another evil king one after another, miracle after miracle favoring the righteous kings, and against the evil kings.

The Books of I and II Kings, also known as the Books of Kings, recount the history of the Israelite monarchy from the reign of Solomon to the destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. From one righteous king to another evil king one after another, miracle after miracle favoring the righteous kings, and against the evil kings.

A known prophetic book in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible is the book of Isaiah (Yeshayahu in Hebrew). It contains the written prophecies during the 8th century BCE throughout his life. The book addresses various themes, including the judgment of G-d upon Israel (the suffering servant) and other nations, the coming of the Messiah, and the establishment of G-d’s kingdom on earth. Isaiah is known for his poetic and eloquent language, and his prophecies have had a profound influence on Jewish and Christian thought throughout history.
The prophecies of the prophet Jeremiah, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The book addresses various themes, including the judgment of G-d upon Israel and other nations, the coming destruction of Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile, and the restoration of Israel. Jeremiah (Yirmiyahu in Hebrew) is known as “The suffering or lamenting prophet,” for his emotional and passionate prophecies, and his book accounts the tragic details as it happens right before his eyes in his lifetime.
The Book of Ezekiel (Yechezkel in Hebrew) contains the prophecies of the prophet Ezekiel, who lived during the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BCE. The book addresses various themes, including the judgment of G-d upon Israel and other nations, the destruction of Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile, and the restoration of Israel. Ezekiel is known for his vivid and symbolic prophecies, and his book reveals the key to salvation. That is repentance and righteousness.
The Book of Hosea (Hoshea in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), shares the prophecies of the prophet Hosea, who lived in the 8th century BCE during the reign of the kings of Israel. The book addresses themes such as the unfaithfulness of the Israelites, G-d’s judgment and mercy, and the promise of redemption. G-d’s “estranged wife,” is how Israel was identified in this book. Nonetheless, Israel remains G-d’s chosen people despite their sins and shortcomings.
The Book of Joel (Yoel in Hebrew) is another prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Joel, who lived during a time of locust infestation and drought. The empires of Babylonia, Persian, Greeks and Romans are God’s judgment on Israel for their sins; likened to the locusts swarms in succession. Moreover, the coming Day of the Lord, and the restoration of Israel is mentioned as well.
A prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Amos, who lived in the 8th century BCE during the reign of the kings of Israel. The book addresses social justice, the condemnation of injustice, and the coming judgment of G-d on Israel and other nations for their sins. Amos’s prophecies are known for their powerful and direct language.
The Book of Obadiah (Ovadiah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), Obadiah, who lived during the 6th century BCE, primarily addresses the destruction of Edom and the judgment of G-d upon them for their hostility towards Israel. Obadiah’s prophecies are known for its powerful condemnation of Edom’s arrogance and cruelty.
The Book of Jonah (Yonah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible) is a narrative prophetic book that tells the story of the prophet Jonah, who is reluctant to fulfill G-d’s command to prophesy against the city of Nineveh. Instead, Jonah flees to Tarshish, but a great storm arises and the sailors throw Jonah overboard to appease the storm. Jonah is swallowed by a large fish, where he prays to G-d. After three days and three nights, the fish vomits Jonah onto dry land. Jonah then goes to Nineveh and delivers God’s message of repentance, leading to the city’s repentance and God’s mercy. The book highlights matters of God’s sovereignty, mercy, and the importance of obedience.
The Book of Micah (Michah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible). Micah, who lived during the 8th century BCE during the reigns of the kings of Judah and Israel. Micah’s prophecies address social justice, the condemnation of injustice, the coming judgment of G-d on Israel and other nations for their sins, and the promise of a future restoration and redemption. Micah’s prophecies are known for its powerful outlook and emotional intensity.
The Book of Nahum (Nachum in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible).
Prophet Nahum, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The book primarily addresses the judgment of G-d upon the city of Nineveh, the capital of the Assyrian Empire, for its arrogance, cruelty, and violence. Nahum’s prophecies are known for their vivid descriptions of Nineveh’s destruction and their emphasis on G-d’s justice and sovereignty.
The Book of Habakkuk (Chavakuk in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible). Habakkuk, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The book addresses themes such as the suffering of the righteous, the coming judgment of G-d on the wicked, and the assurance of G-d’s ultimate victory. Habakkuk’s prophecies are known for their powerful and poetic language, and his book has been a source of inspiration and comfort to many throughout history.
The Book of Zephaniah (Tzefaniah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), a prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Zephaniah, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The coming judgment of G-d on Judah and Jerusalem for their sins, the destruction of the wicked, and the promise of restoration for the righteous are accounts written in Zephaniah. The book of Zephaniah has been a source of comfort and encouragement for generations of believers.
The Book of Haggai (Chaggai in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), Haggai, who lived during the 6th century BCE during the time of the rebuilding of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. Haggai’s prophecies focused on encouraging the Jewish people to complete the rebuilding of the Temple, and he emphasized the importance of faith, obedience, and the blessings that would come from serving G-d wholeheartedly.
The Book of Zechariah is a prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Zechariah, who lived during the 6th century BCE. The rebuilding of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, the coming of the Messiah, and the ultimate redemption of G-d’s people are important details described in the book. The book of Zechariah mentions the truth about the Jewish people as the people favored by G-d.
Malachi, who lived during the 5th century BCE. The book addresses the corruption of the priesthood, the neglect of religious practices, and the coming judgment of G-d upon those who have strayed from His ways. Emphasis on the importance of faithfulness to G-d and His covenant are topics where the book of Malachi is remembered frequently.
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