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In the third year of Asa king of Judah began Baasha the son of Ahijah to reign over all Israel in Tirzah, [and reigned] twenty-four years.

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God's Plan in Chaos

Matthew Henry highlights a profound truth: while the kingdom of Israel experienced rapid, violent changes in leadership, God was still sovereignly working. He notes that "ungodly men execute the just judgments of God upon each other." This reminds readers that even in apparent confusion, God is carrying out His perfect plan, which will one day be fully understood and admired.

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1 Kings

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John Gill

John Gill

On 1 Kings 15:33

17th Century

Pastor

In the third year of Asa king of Judah began Baasha the son of
Ahijah to reign over all Israel in Tirzah…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 1 Kings 15:25–34

17th Century

Minister

During the single reign of Asa in Judah, the government of Israel was in six or seven different hands. Observe the ruin of the family of Jeroboam; …