What Role Did Famine and Scarcity Play in Weakening Judah During Jehoiakim’s Reign? The reign of Jehoiakim (609–598 BCE) was marked by political instability, foreign domination, and internal decline. While much attention is given to his rebellion against Nebuchadnezzar II, an equally significant but often overlooked factor in Judah’s weakening … Continue reading What role did famine and scarcity play in weakening Judah during Jehoiakim’s reign?