And he did evil in the sight of the LORD, and walked in the way of his father, and in the way of his mother, and in the way of Jeroboam the son of Nebat, who made Israel to sin:
He did what was evil in the LORD's eyes, following the sinful example of his father, his mother, and Jeroboam son of Nebat, who led Israel into sin.
This verse is saying that the king continued the pattern of evil established by his parents and predecessors, leading God's people away from righteousness.
📚 Historical Context
This refers to King Ahaziah of Israel, who ruled for only two years (853-852 BC) after his father Ahab died. His mother was the infamous Queen Jezebel, who promoted idol worship and persecution of God's prophets. Jeroboam son of Nebat was the first king of the northern kingdom of Israel who established golden calf worship to prevent his people from going to Jerusalem to worship.
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