2 Kings 15:13
“Shallum the son of Jabesh began to reign in the nine and thirtieth year of Uzziah king of Judah; and he reigned a full month in Samaria.”

What does 2 Kings 15:13 mean?
The verse 2 Kings 15:13 in the King James Version of the Bible reads, "Shallum the son of Jabesh began to reign in the nine and thirtieth year of Uzziah king of Judah; and he reigned a full month in Samaria." This verse comes from the Book of 2 Kings in the Old Testament, which…
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In 2 Kings 15:13, we read, "Shallum the son of Jabesh began to reign in the nine and thirtieth year of Uzziah king of Judah; and he reigned a full month in Samaria." This single verse encapsulates a dramatic moment in the history of Israel, illustrating the chaos and instability…
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Heavenly Father, I come before You with a heart full of reverence and awe, seeking Your presence and wisdom as I reflect on the Scripture from 2 Kings 15:13, ‘Shallum the son of Jabesh began to reign in the nine and thirtieth year of Uzziah king of Judah; and he reigned a full…
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