Why was Zechariah’s reign so short, and what led to his assassination?
Why Was Zechariah’s Reign So Short, and What Led to His Assassination? Zechariah, the son of Jeroboam II, became king of the Northern Kingdom of Israel during a turbulent period marked by political instability, moral decay, and ongoing disobedience to God. His reign, recorded in 2 Kings 14:29–15:12, lasted only…