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A Precise Timeline
Commentators clarify the historical details of this verse. Menahem's reign began in the same year as his predecessor, Shallum, because Shallum's reign was only a month long. This detail highlights the precision of the biblical record amidst a period of rapid political change.
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Charles Ellicott
On 2 Kings 15:17
19th Century
Bishop
THE REIGN OF MENAHEM. HIS TRIBUTE TO PUL, KING OF ASSYRIA.
Reigned ten years. —And some additional months. …
John Gill
On 2 Kings 15:17
17th Century
Pastor
In the nine and thirtieth year of Azariah king of Judah began
Menahem the son of Gadi to reign over Israe…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Kings 15:8–31
17th Century
Minister
This history shows Israel in confusion. Though Judah was not without troubles, yet that kingdom was happy compared with the state of Israel. The im…