KJV ORIGINAL
But Hazael king of Syria oppressed Israel all the days of Jehoahaz.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
But Hazael, the king of Syria, oppressed Israel during the entire reign of King Jehoahaz.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes how Syria's king Hazael continuously oppressed and dominated Israel throughout King Jehoahaz's entire reign.
📚 Historical Context
This occurred during the 9th century BC when the Syrian kingdom under Hazael was at its peak power. Jehoahaz was king of the northern kingdom of Israel (814-798 BC) and faced constant military pressure from Syria. This oppression was part of God's judgment on Israel for their idolatry and disobedience, as Syria became the instrument of divine discipline.
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