How the Prophet Jehu Confronted King Baasha: Idolatry and Bloodshed in Israel The story of King Baasha in the northern kingdom of Israel is a compelling narrative of divine judgment, prophetic confrontation, and the long-term consequences of idolatry and political violence. The prophet Jehu (distinct from the later King Jehu) … Continue reading How did the prophet Jehu confront Baasha for his idolatry and the bloodshed of Jeroboam’s house?