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A Thirst for Power
Commentators explain that Athaliah, daughter of the infamous Jezebel, was driven by a ruthless ambition for power. After her son King Ahaziah died, she lost her official status. To maintain control, she murdered her own grandchildren and seized the throne, showing the destructive nature of a heart set on earthly rule.
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Kings 11:1
18th Century
Theologian
As the wife of Joram and mother of Ahaziah, Athaliah had guided both the internal and external policy of the Jewish kingdom. She secured the establ…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Kings 11:1
19th Century
Bishop
ATHALIAH USURPS THE THRONE OF JUDAH, BUT IS DEPOSED AND SLAIN, AND HER GRANDSON JOASH CROWNED, THROUGH THE INSTRUMENTALITY OF THE HIGH PRIE…
John Gill
On 2 Kings 11:1
17th Century
Pastor
And when Athaiah the mother of Ahaziah saw that her son
was dead
Who was the daught…
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Matthew Henry
On 2 Kings 11:1–12
17th Century
Minister
Athaliah destroyed all those whom she knew to be related to the crown. Jehoash, one of the king's sons, was hidden. The promise made to David was n…