2 Kings 19:37 · KJV

"And it came to pass, as he was worshipping in the house of Nisroch his god, that Adrammelech and Sharezer his sons smote him with the sword: and they escaped into the land of Armenia. And Esar-haddon his son reigned in his stead."

King James Version

Passage Context

³⁵And it came to pass that night, that the angel of the LORD went out, and smote in the camp of the Assyrians an hundred fourscore and five thousand: and when they arose early in the morning, behold, they were all dead corpses.

³⁶So Sennacherib king of Assyria departed, and went and returned, and dwelt at Nineveh.

³⁷And it came to pass, as he was worshipping in the house of Nisroch his god, that Adrammelech and Sharezer his sons smote him with the sword: and they escaped into the land of Armenia. And Esar-haddon his son reigned in his stead.

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Reflection Questions

How do you respond to betrayal in your life?

What does loyalty mean to you in relationships?

When have you witnessed the consequences of power struggles?

Life Application

trust

Evaluate whom you trust in your life and why. Consider how betrayal can impact relationships.

leadership

Reflect on the responsibilities of leadership and the importance of integrity.

People in This Verse

Esar-haddonOT

Son of Sennacherib who succeeded him as king of Assyria. He is noted for restoring order after his father's assassination.

First appearance: 2 Kings 19:37

SennacheribOT

Sennacherib was the king of Assyria who led military campaigns against Judah. His reign was marked by aggressive expansion and conquest.

First appearance: 2 Kings 18:13

Places in This Verse

Armenia(Armenia today)

An ancient region located in the South Caucasus, known for its mountainous terrain and historical significance in the Near East.

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