So Hazael king of Syria died; and Benhadad his son reigned in his stead.
So Hazael, the king of Syria, died; and his son Ben-hadad became king after him.
This verse records the death of King Hazael of Syria and the succession of his son Ben-hadad to the throne.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical account of the divided kingdom of Israel, Hazael was a king of Syria who had been involved in conflicts with Israel, as detailed in the books of Kings, where he oppressed the northern kingdom during the reigns of Jehoahaz and Joash. His death marked a shift in Syrian leadership, with his son Benhadad succeeding him, which was part of the ongoing power struggles in the ancient Near East. This event occurred around the 9th century BC, illustrating the transient nature of human rule in a region fraught with alliances and wars.
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