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2 Kings 1:18

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Now the rest of the acts of Ahaziah which he did, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Israel?
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

As for everything else that King Ahaziah did during his reign, isn't it all recorded in the official history book of the kings of Israel?

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is pointing readers to another historical record where they can find more details about King Ahaziah's reign and actions.

📚 Historical Context

This verse appears at the end of the account of King Ahaziah of Israel, who ruled for only two years (852-851 BC) before dying from injuries sustained in a fall. Ancient kingdoms kept detailed chronicles of their rulers' deeds, and the biblical writers often referenced these official records to show that their accounts were part of a larger historical documentation. This particular reference is to the chronicles of the northern kingdom of Israel, separate from the chronicles of the southern kingdom of Judah.

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