The Siege of Samaria in Elisha’s Time: A Stark Illustration of Famine and War The account of the siege of Samaria during the ministry of Elisha (recorded in 2 Kings 6–7) stands as one of the most sobering narratives in Scripture. It vividly portrays the devastating consequences of prolonged warfare…
Why the Elders of Israel Advised King Ahab to Resist Ben-Hadad’s Final Demands The confrontation between Ahab and Ben-Hadad is one of the most dramatic political and military episodes recorded in the First Book of Kings (1 Kings 20). During this time, Israel faced a powerful coalition led by the…
How the Kingdom of Aram Organized a Coalition of Kings to Attack Israel During the Reign of Ahab The conflict between the northern Kingdom of Israel and the Kingdom of Aram was one of the most dramatic military confrontations recorded in the Old Testament. During the reign of Ahab, the…