Chapter 9: Jehu's Anointed Mission
In 2 Kings 9, Elisha sends a prophet to anoint Jehu as king of Israel, tasking him with eradicating the house of Ahab and fulfilling God's judgment against Jezebel. Jehu's reign begins with decisive action as he kills Joram, king of Israel, and Ahaziah, king of Judah, during a confrontation at Jezreel. He later orders Jezebel's gruesome death, fulfilling Elijah's prophecy. This chapter highlights Jehu’s swift and ruthless obedience to his divine mission, marking the start of a dramatic shift in Israel's monarchy.
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