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2 Kings 15:13 · KJV

"Shallum the son of Jabesh began to reign in the nine and thirtieth year of Uzziah king of Judah; and he reigned a full month in Samaria."

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Passage Context

11And the rest of the acts of Zachariah, behold, they are written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel.
12This was the word of the LORD which he spake unto Jehu, saying, Thy sons shall sit on the throne of Israel unto the fourth generation. And so it came to pass.
13Shallum the son of Jabesh began to reign in the nine and thirtieth year of Uzziah king of Judah; and he reigned a full month in Samaria.
14For Menahem the son of Gadi went up from Tirzah, and came to Samaria, and smote Shallum the son of Jabesh in Samaria, and slew him, and reigned in his stead.
15And the rest of the acts of Shallum, and his conspiracy which he made, behold, they are written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to change in leadership?

2

What does stability mean to you in your life?

3

When have you felt uncertain about the future?

Life Application

work

Adapt to changes in leadership with a positive attitude.

faith

Trust God during times of uncertainty and change.

People in This Verse

ShallumOT

A king of Israel who reigned for a very short period, indicating the instability of the monarchy at that time.

First appearance: 2 Kings 15:10

Places in This Verse

Samaria(Sebastia, West Bank today)

The capital of the northern kingdom of Israel, known for its political significance and as a center of conflict.

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