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The king of Babylon struck them, and put them to death at Riblah in the land of Hamath. So Judah was carried away captive out of his land.

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The End of an Era

Commentators highlight that the phrase 'So Judah was carried away captive' serves as a solemn, final declaration. It marks the definitive end of the kingdom of Judah, concluding the entire account of Jerusalem's destruction and fulfilling God's long-prophesied judgment.

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2 Kings

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 2 Kings 25:21

18th Century

Theologian

So Judah was carried away. The kingdom of the two tribes was at an end, and the task of the historian might seem to be accomplished. He stil…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Kings 25:21

19th Century

Bishop

The king of Babylon struck them ... —He was too irritated by the obstinacy of their defense to admire their brave…

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Kings 25:21

17th Century

Pastor

(See Gill on 2 Kings 25:18)

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Kings 25:8–21

17th Century

Minister

The city and temple were burned, and, it is probable, the ark was in it. By this, God showed how little He cares for the outward pomp of His worshi…