II Kings 16:8
The Scripture
(8) And Ahaz took the silver and gold that was found in the house of the LORD, and in the treasures of the king's house, and sent it for a present to the king of Assyria.
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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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
II Kings 16:17II Kings 16:18II Kings 12:17II Kings 12:18II Kings 18:15II Kings 18:16II Chronicles 16:2II Chronicles 28:20II Chronicles 28:21Psalms 7:15Psalms 7:16Isaiah 7:17
Related verses (shared words)
II Kings 17:4I Kings 15:18Esther 8:8II Kings 15:20II Kings 16:10II Kings 18:14