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As for the rest of the acts of Pekahiah, along with all his accomplishments, they are indeed written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel.
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As for the rest of the acts of Pekahiah
The phrase "the rest of the acts" suggests that the biblical narrative provides only a summary of Pekahiah's reign. The Hebrew word for "acts" is "ma'aseh," which can also mean deeds or works. This implies that Pekahiah's reign, though briefly mentioned, was filled with significant actions and decisions. Historically, Pekahiah was a king of Israel during a tumultuous period marked by political instability and idolatry. His reign was part of the larger narrative of the Northern Kingdom's decline, emphasizing the consequences of turning away from God.

and all that he did
This phrase underscores the comprehensive nature of Pekahiah's actions during his reign. The Hebrew word "kol" for "all" indicates the totality of his deeds, suggesting that every aspect of his leadership was recorded. From a scriptural perspective, this serves as a reminder that God is aware of all human actions, and nothing is hidden from His sight. It also reflects the biblical principle that leaders are accountable for their actions, both good and bad.

are they not written
The rhetorical question "are they not written" implies certainty and serves as a literary device to affirm the existence of a more detailed account. This phrase suggests that the historical records were well-known and accessible to the original audience. It highlights the importance of documentation and the preservation of history, which was a common practice in ancient Near Eastern cultures. For believers, it underscores the reliability of Scripture and the importance of recording God's dealings with His people.

in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel?
The "Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel" refers to a historical record that is no longer extant but was used as a source for the biblical authors. This book likely contained detailed accounts of the reigns of the kings of Israel, serving as a historical archive. The mention of this book emphasizes the historical context of the biblical narrative and the meticulous nature of record-keeping in ancient Israel. For the conservative Christian, it reinforces the belief in the divine inspiration of Scripture, as the biblical authors were guided by the Holy Spirit to select and preserve the essential truths for God's people.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Pekahiah
He was the son of Menahem and became king of Israel. His reign was marked by idolatry and evil in the sight of the Lord, continuing the sinful practices of his predecessors.

2. Israel
The northern kingdom, distinct from Judah, often characterized by political instability and spiritual apostasy during this period.

3. The Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel
A historical record mentioned frequently in the books of Kings, which documented the reigns and deeds of the kings of Israel.
Teaching Points
The Consequences of Sinful Leadership
Pekahiah's reign is a reminder of the consequences of leading a nation away from God. Leaders are accountable for their actions and the spiritual direction they set for their people.

The Importance of Faithful Record-Keeping
The mention of the Book of the Chronicles underscores the importance of documenting history accurately. This serves as a reminder for believers to keep a record of God's faithfulness and their spiritual journey.

The Cycle of Apostasy
The repeated pattern of sin and judgment in Israel's history warns us of the dangers of turning away from God. It calls us to break cycles of sin in our own lives through repentance and obedience.

God's Sovereignty Amidst Chaos
Despite the political instability and moral decline, God remains sovereign. This encourages believers to trust in God's ultimate control over world events and personal circumstances.
Bible Study Questions
1. How does the reign of Pekahiah reflect the spiritual state of Israel during his time, and what lessons can we learn about the impact of leadership on a nation's spiritual health?

2. In what ways can we ensure that we are documenting our spiritual journey and God's work in our lives, similar to the historical records mentioned in the Bible?

3. How can we identify and break cycles of sin in our own lives, drawing from the repeated patterns of apostasy seen in the history of Israel?

4. What does the political turmoil during Pekahiah's reign teach us about trusting in God's sovereignty, even when our circumstances seem chaotic?

5. How can we apply the lessons from Pekahiah's reign to our understanding of leadership and accountability in our communities and churches today?
Connections to Other Scriptures
2 Kings 15:23-25
These verses provide context for Pekahiah's reign, including his ascension to the throne and his assassination by Pekah, one of his chief officers. This highlights the political turmoil and violence in Israel during this time.

2 Kings 13:1-2
This passage discusses the reign of Jehoahaz, another king of Israel who did evil in the sight of the Lord, showing a pattern of disobedience among the kings of Israel.

2 Chronicles 28:19
This verse speaks to the Lord's anger against Israel due to their unfaithfulness, which is a recurring theme throughout the history of the northern kingdom.
Sermons
Some Lessons from the History of KingsD. Thomas 2 Kings 15:1-38
People
Abel, Ahaz, Amaziah, Amram, Aram, Argob, Arieh, Azaliah, Azariah, David, Elah, Gadi, Gileadites, Hoshea, Jabesh, Jecholiah, Jecoliah, Jehu, Jeroboam, Jerusha, Jotham, Maacah, Menahem, Naphtali, Nebat, Pekah, Pekahiah, Pul, Remaliah, Rezin, Shallum, Tappuah, Tiglathpileser, Tirzah, Uzziah, Zachariah, Zadok, Zechariah
Places
Abel-beth-maacah, Assyria, Damascus, Galilee, Gilead, Hazor, Ibleam, Ijon, Janoah, Jerusalem, Kedesh, Samaria, Syria, Tirzah
Topics
Acts, Annals, Behold, Book, Chronicles, Deeds, History, Kings, Matters, Pekahiah, Pekahi'ah, Pekahiah's, Recorded, Reign, Rest, Written
Dictionary of Bible Themes
2 Kings 15:1-38

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Library
The Twelve Minor Prophets.
1. By the Jewish arrangement, which places together the twelve minor prophets in a single volume, the chronological order of the prophets as a whole is broken up. The three greater prophets, Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Ezekiel, stand in the true order of time. Daniel began to prophesy before Ezekiel, but continued, many years after him. The Jewish arrangement of the twelve minor prophets is in a sense chronological; that is, they put the earlier prophets at the beginning, and the later at the end of the …
E. P. Barrows—Companion to the Bible

Meditations Before Dinner and Supper.
Meditate that hunger is like the sickness called a wolf; which, if thou dost not feed, will devour thee, and eat thee up; and that meat and drink are but as physic, or means which God hath ordained, to relieve and cure this natural infirmity and necessity of man. Use, therefore, to eat and to drink, rather to sustain and refresh the weakness of nature, than to satisfy the sensuality and delights of the flesh. Eat, therefore, to live, but live not to eat. There is no service so base, as for a man …
Lewis Bayly—The Practice of Piety

A Living Book
[Illustration: (drop cap T) Symbol of "Asshur", the principal Assyrian idol.] There is only one Book that never grows old. For thousands of years men have been writing books. Most books are forgotten soon after they are written; a few of the best and wisest are remembered for a time. But all at last grow old; new discoveries are made; new ideas arise; the old books are out of date; their usefulness is at an end. Students are the only people who still care to read them. The nations to which the …
Mildred Duff—The Bible in its Making

In Galilee at the Time of Our Lord
"If any one wishes to be rich, let him go north; if he wants to be wise, let him come south." Such was the saying, by which Rabbinical pride distinguished between the material wealth of Galilee and the supremacy in traditional lore claimed for the academies of Judaea proper. Alas, it was not long before Judaea lost even this doubtful distinction, and its colleges wandered northwards, ending at last by the Lake of Gennesaret, and in that very city of Tiberias which at one time had been reputed unclean! …
Alfred Edersheim—Sketches of Jewish Social Life

The Prophet Micah.
PRELIMINARY REMARKS. Micah signifies: "Who is like Jehovah;" and by this name, the prophet is consecrated to the incomparable God, just as Hosea was to the helping God, and Nahum to the comforting God. He prophesied, according to the inscription, under Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah. We are not, however, entitled, on this account, to dissever his prophecies, and to assign particular discourses to the reign of each of these kings. On the contrary, the entire collection forms only one whole. At …
Ernst Wilhelm Hengstenberg—Christology of the Old Testament

The Prophet Hosea.
GENERAL PRELIMINARY REMARKS. That the kingdom of Israel was the object of the prophet's ministry is so evident, that upon this point all are, and cannot but be, agreed. But there is a difference of opinion as to whether the prophet was a fellow-countryman of those to whom he preached, or was called by God out of the kingdom of Judah. The latter has been asserted with great confidence by Maurer, among others, in his Observ. in Hos., in the Commentat. Theol. ii. i. p. 293. But the arguments …
Ernst Wilhelm Hengstenberg—Christology of the Old Testament

Kings
The book[1] of Kings is strikingly unlike any modern historical narrative. Its comparative brevity, its curious perspective, and-with some brilliant exceptions--its relative monotony, are obvious to the most cursory perusal, and to understand these things is, in large measure, to understand the book. It covers a period of no less than four centuries. Beginning with the death of David and the accession of Solomon (1 Kings i., ii.) it traverses his reign with considerable fulness (1 Kings iii.-xi.), …
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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