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Who became king of Israel in the twenty-third year of Joash?
Who was Joash's father, the king of Judah?
Who was the father of Jehoahaz king of Israel?
How many years did Jehoahaz rule in Israel?
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What type of evil did Jehoahaz commit in the eyes of the Lord?
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How did the Lord's anger against Israel manifest under Jehoahaz?
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Who was the son of Hazael king of Aram?
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Why did Jehoahaz king of Israel seek the Lord?
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What did God do when Jehoahaz sought the Lord's favor against Aram?
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What benefit did the people receive because of the deliverer God sent?
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What still remained in Samaria after God sent a deliverer for Jehoahaz?
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Who decimated the army of Jehoahaz king of Israel?
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Jehoahaz, king of Israel's army was decimated to the point that he had ______ left.
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What did the king of Aram make the rest of Jehoahaz's army like?
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Where are the events of the reign of Jehoahaz king of Israel recorded?
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Where was Jehoahaz buried?
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Who succeeded Jehoash as king of Israel still in the line of Jehu?
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Who was king in Judah when Jehoash son of Jehoahaz became king in Israel?
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In what year of Joash did Jehoash become king of Israel?
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Study Notes
Jehoahaz and the Kings of Israel
- Jehoahaz became king of Israel in the twenty-third year of Joash's reign.
- Jehoahaz ruled for 17 years and was the son of Jehu.
- Jehoash's father was Ahaziah, indicating a line of succession among the kings.
Evil Practices of Jehoahaz
- Jehoahaz continued the sins of Jeroboam son of Nebat, which displeased the Lord.
- His reign faced the Lord's anger, leading to oppression by Hazael king of Aram.
Obsession with Aram
- Jehoahaz sought help from the Lord after enduring severe oppression by Aram.
- God responded positively by raising up a deliverer for Israel, granting the people the chance to live in their homes.
Outcomes of Jehoahaz's Reign
- Despite deliverance, significant idolatry remained, like the Asherah pole.
- Jehoahaz's army suffered greatly under Hazael's power, leaving him with only 50 horsemen, 10 chariots, and 10,000 foot soldiers.
Historical Records
- Details of Jehoahaz's reign are documented in the annals of the kings of Israel.
- Jehoahaz was buried in Samaria, affirming his association with the northern kingdom.
Jehoash's Ascendancy
- Jehoash succeeded Jehoahaz and was still part of the Jehu lineage.
- He became king of Israel in the 37th year of Joash, the king of Judah.
- Joash was the king in Judah at the time of Jehoash's ascension, illustrating the parallel reigns of these monarchs.
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Test your knowledge of 2 Kings Chapter 13 with these flashcard-style multiple choice questions. This quiz covers key figures and events from the reign of Joash and Jehoahaz. Perfect for biblical studies and memorization!
