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Where is Ahaz in the Bible?
Judah
Ahaz was 20 when he became king of Judah and reigned for 16 years. Ahaz is portrayed as an evil king in the Second Book of Kings (2 Kings 16:2).
When was King Hezekiah born?
. 739/41 BCE
| Hezekiah | |
|---|---|
| Predecessor | Ahaz |
| Successor | Manasseh |
| Born | c. 739/41 BCE probably Jerusalem |
| Died | c. 687 BCE (aged 51/52 or 54) probably Jerusalem |
Who were the parents of Ahaz?
Jotham of Judah
Ahaz/Parents
Who was the father of Ahaz?
Ahaz/Fathers
Today’s Bible readings are 2 Chronicles 28 and 2 Kings 16-17. The readings describe the life of one of Judah’s most wicked and unrighteous kings – King Ahaz. From a socio-psychological perspective, King Ahaz’ life is not logical. Ahaz’ father, Jotham, was a good king.
How old was Ahaz?
53 years (763 BC–710 BC)
Ahaz/Age at death
Who was Ahaz mother?
732 – 716 BCE) and mother of King Hezekiah (reigned c. 715-686 BCE). She is also called Abi (2 Kings 18:2)….Abijah (queen)
| Abijah | |
|---|---|
| Queen consort of Judea | |
| Spouse | Ahaz |
| Issue | Hezekiah |
| Father | Zechariah |
What did Hezekiah do with his 15 years?
Hezekiah reminded God of his obedience then wept bitterly. So, God healed him, adding 15 years to his life. Hezekiah went to the temple to pray for deliverance. The prophet Isaiah said God had heard him.
Hezekiah, Hebrew Ḥizqiyya, Greek Ezekias, (flourished late 8th and early 7th centuries bc), son of Ahaz, and the 13th successor of David as king of Judah at Jerusalem. His father had placed Judah under Assyrian suzerainty in 735 bc. …
Was Hezekiah a king?
Hezekiah, Hebrew Ḥizqiyya, Greek Ezekias, (flourished late 8th and early 7th centuries bc), son of Ahaz, and the 13th successor of David as king of Judah at Jerusalem.
Did Hezekiah ask God to extend his life?
In about the 15th year of his reign, “Hezekiah [was] sick unto death. And the prophet Isaiah . . . came to him, and said unto him, Thus saith the Lord, Set thine house in order; for thou shalt die, and not live.” (2 Kings 20:1.) Bishop Vandenberg said: “Thus the Lord granted Hezekiah’s request to extend his life.