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Questions from The Bible

What were the early political challenges faced by Zedekiah as king under Babylonian suzerainty?

Early Political Challenges Faced by Zedekiah Under Babylonian Suzerainty The reign of Zedekiah (597–586 BCE) represents one of the most turbulent periods in the history of Kingdom of Judah. Installed as king by Nebuchadnezzar II after the exile of King Jehoiachin, Zedekiah ruled not as an independent monarch but as…

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Questions from The Bible

How did the deportation of Judah’s elite contribute to Babylonian control and influence over the land?

How the Deportation of Judah’s Elite Strengthened Babylonian Control and Influence The deportation of Judah’s elite to Babylon was a calculated political and military strategy that played a critical role in consolidating Babylonian authority over the conquered land. Under the rule of Nebuchadnezzar II, this policy was not merely punitive—it…

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