Which territories of Israel were captured by Assyria during Pekah’s reign, and what effect did this have on the population?
Territories of Israel Captured by Assyria During Pekah’s Reign During the reign of King Pekah of Israel (circa 740–732 BCE), the northern kingdom faced intense political and military pressure from the rising power of Assyria, led by Tiglath-Pileser III. This period marked a critical stage in Israel’s history, as Assyria…