II Kings 16:3
The Scripture
(3) But he walked in the way of the kings of Israel, yea, and made his son to pass through the fire, according to the abominations of the heathen, whom the LORD cast out from before the children of Israel.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In chapter 16 the kings of Israel and Judah are threatened by the growing power of the Assyrian empire, which begins to invade their lands. The chapter underscores the danger of idolatry and the loss of God’s protection, warning that nations who abandon Him will face judgment.
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