Introduction
Jehu the prophet denounces the destruction of Baasha, 1 Kings 16:1-7 . Zimri conspires against him, and slays him and his family, and reigns seven days, 1 Kings 16:8-15 . The people make Omri king, and besiege Zimri in Tirzah; who, finding no way to escape, sets fire to his palace, and consumes himself in it, 1 Kings 16:16-20 . The people are divided, half following Tibni, and half Omri; the latter faction overcomes the former, Tibni is slain, and Omri reigns alone, 1 Kings 16:21-23 . He founds Samaria, 1 Kings 16:24 . His bad character and death, 1 Kings 16:25-28 . Ahab reigns in his stead; marries Jezebel, restores idolatry, and exceeds his predecessors in wickedness, 1 Kings 16:29-33 . Hiel the Beth-elite rebuilds Jericho, 1 Kings 16:34 .
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