2 Kings 10:17

17 And brought him into Samaria. And he slew all that were left of Achab, in Samaria, to a man, according to the word of the Lord which he spoke by Elias.

2 Kings 10:17 Meaning and Commentary

2 Kings 10:17

And when he came to Samaria, he slew all that remained unto
Ahab in Samaria
All that were in any connection with him, as related to his family, or as ministers of his in civil or religious things:

till he had destroyed him;
his whole house, as he was ordered:

according to the word of the Lord, which he spake to Elijah;
which is observed, to show the exact fulfilment of prophecy, see ( 1 Kings 21:21 ) .

2 Kings 10:17 In-Context

15 And when he was departed thence, he found Jonadab, the son of Rechab, coming to meet him, and he blessed him. And he said to him: Is thy heart right as my heart is with thy heart? And Jonadab said: It is. If it be, said he, give me thy hand. He gave him his hand. And he lifted him up to him into the chariot,
16 And said to him: Come with me, and see my zeal for the Lord. So he made him ride in his chariot,
17 And brought him into Samaria. And he slew all that were left of Achab, in Samaria, to a man, according to the word of the Lord which he spoke by Elias.
18 And Jehu gathered together all the people, and said to them: Achab worshipped Baal a little, but I will worship him more.
19 Now therefore call to me all the prophets of Baal, and all his servants, and all his priests: let none be wanting, for I have a great sacrifice to offer to Baal: whosoever shall be wanting, shall not live. Now Jehu did this craftily, that he might destroy the worshippers of Baal.
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