I Kings 16:16
The Scripture
(16) And the people that were encamped heard say, Zimri hath conspired, and hath also slain the king: wherefore all Israel made Omri, the captain of the host, king over Israel that day in the camp.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In chapter 16 Jehu, the new king of Israel, murders his brothers and takes the throne, then sends the northern tribes to the king of Assyria. The chapter highlights the turmoil of succession and the dire consequences of rebellion.
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Related verses (shared words)
I Kings 2:32I Kings 1:19I Kings 11:15II Kings 9:5Numbers 25:14Ezekiel 32:25