And the rest of the acts of Menahem, and all that he did, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel?
As for everything else that Menahem did during his reign, and all his accomplishments, aren't they recorded in the official history book of Israel's kings?
The writer is pointing readers to official records where they can find more details about King Menahem's reign and deeds.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical books of the Bible, such as 2 Kings, the authors often referred to external records like the chronicles of the kings of Israel to provide more detailed accounts of royal reigns. Menahem was a king of Israel who ruled during a time of political turmoil in the 8th century BC, having seized power through violence and maintaining his throne by paying tribute to the Assyrian empire. This verse highlights the ancient practice of preserving historical annals, pointing readers to these sources for a fuller understanding of his actions.
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