How the Reign of Ahab King of Israel Represented Greater Idolatry The reign of Ahab, king of Israel, is often cited as one of the darkest periods of idolatry in the history of the northern kingdom. Ahab’s rule marked a significant escalation in the worship of foreign gods, particularly Baal … Continue reading How did the reign of Ahab king of Israel represent an even greater level of idolatry than previous kings?