KJV ORIGINAL
So Hazael king of Syria died; and Benhadad his son reigned in his stead.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
So Hazael, the king of Syria, died; and his son Ben-hadad became king after him.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse records the death of King Hazael of Syria and the succession of his son Ben-hadad to the throne.
📚 Historical Context
Hazael was a powerful Syrian king who had oppressed Israel for many years during the reigns of Jehu and Jehoahaz. His death marked a significant political transition in the region, as Syria had been a dominant military force against Israel. Ben-hadad II (his son) would prove to be less capable than his father, which would eventually allow Israel to recover some of its lost territory.
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