I Kings · Chapter 16 King James Version

I Kings 16:21

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The Scripture

(21) Then were the people of Israel divided into two parts: half of the people followed Tibni the son of Ginath, to make him king; and half followed Omri.
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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