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.
In the third year of Hoshea (son of Elah), who was king of Israel, Hezekiah (son of Ahaz) became king of Judah.
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
In the 8th century BC, the nation of Israel was divided into two kingdoms after the reign of Solomon, with Israel in the north under kings like Hoshea and Judah in the south under the line of David. This verse introduces Hezekiah's ascension to the throne of Judah during the third year of Hoshea's rule, a period marked by political instability and the looming threat of Assyrian invasion. Hezekiah is portrayed in the biblical narrative as a reformer who would later lead Judah in spiritual revival and resistance against idolatry.
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