This reading begins and ends with good kings in the south (Azariah and Jotham). In between are six more evil kings of the north. The situation there was deteriorating rapidly as their doom came closer and closer, and their reigns were relatively short. Think about the good and bad effects our leaders can have on us—and how we can affect them for bad or good.
North #14—Zechariah—6 months—murdered
North #15—Shallum—1 month—murdered
North #16—Menahem—10 years—died
North #17—Pekahiah—2 years—murdered
North #18—Pekah—20 years—murdered
North #19—Hoshea—9 years—captivity begins
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