2 Kings 17 Explained: Israel Falls & the End of the Northern Kingdom | Episode 353
2 Kings 17 explained. What does 2 Kings 17 teach about judgment, idolatry, and the devastating consequences of persistently rejecting God's word? In this episode we unpack the fall of Samaria, the Assyrian exile of Israel, and the biblical explanation for why the northern kingdom was ultimately destroyed.
The chapter begins with Hoshea becoming the final king of Israel. He initially serves as a vassal of Assyria but eventually rebels by refusing to pay tribute and seeking support from Egypt. The Assyrian king responds by invading Israel, besieging Samaria, and eventually capturing the city…
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