Key Figures — 2 Chronicles 28

4 figures

1. Ahaz

   King of Judah

   Ahaz was a king who did not follow the ways of the Lord, leading Judah into idolatry and suffering defeat at the hands of their enemies.

   Related passages

   • 2 Kings Chapter 16 (Parallel account of Ahaz's reign)
   • Isaiah Chapter 7 (Prophet Isaiah's interaction with Ahaz)

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2. Pekah

   King of Israel

   Pekah, king of Israel, attacked Judah during Ahaz's reign, capturing many people and causing great distress.

   Related passages

   • 2 Kings Chapter 15 (Pekah's reign and actions)
   • Isaiah Chapter 7 (Syro-Ephraimite War involving Pekah)

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3. Tiglath-Pileser III

   King of Assyria

   Ahaz sought help from Tiglath-Pileser III, king of Assyria, which led to further subjugation and tribute.

   Related passages

   • 2 Kings Chapter 16 (Ahaz's alliance with Assyria)
   • Isaiah Chapter 8 (Assyrian involvement in Judah)

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4. Oded

   Prophet of the Lord

   Oded was a prophet who intervened when the Israelites took captives from Judah, urging them to release their brethren.

   Related passages

   • 2 Chronicles Chapter 28 (Oded's intervention)

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   • #Intervention

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