Jehoiakim’s Appointment by Pharaoh: Political Dependence on Egypt Jehoiakim’s rise to the throne of Judah offers profound insight into the political landscape of the ancient Near East and highlights Judah’s dependence on foreign powers, particularly Egypt. After the death of King Josiah and the brief reign of his son Jehoahaz, … Continue reading What does Jehoiakim’s appointment by Pharaoh reveal about Judah’s political dependence on Egypt?