KJV ORIGINAL
Now it came to pass in the third year of Hoshea son of Elah king of Israel, that Hezekiah the son of Ahaz king of Judah began to reign.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
In the third year of Hoshea (son of Elah), who was king of Israel, Hezekiah (son of Ahaz) became king of Judah.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse marks the beginning of Hezekiah's reign as king of Judah, timing it with the reign of Israel's king Hoshea.
📚 Historical Context
This occurred around 715 BC during a turbulent period when the kingdoms of Israel and Judah were separate nations. Israel (the northern kingdom) was facing increasing pressure from the Assyrian Empire, while Judah (the southern kingdom) was trying to maintain its independence. Hezekiah would become one of Judah's most faithful kings, while Hoshea would be Israel's last king before the Assyrian conquest.
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