The reign of Ahaz
And Jotham slept with his fathers, and he was buried with his fathers in the city of David his father; and Ahaz his son became king in his place. (2KI 15:38) ..., spanning 15 years associated with Ahaz.
Description
And Jotham slept with his fathers, and he was buried with his fathers in the city of David his father; and Ahaz his son became king in his place. (2KI 15:38) Ahaz was twenty years old when he became king, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem; and he did not do what was right in the sight of the LORD his God, as his father David had done. (2KI 16:2)
Details
- Type
- Reign
- Person
- Ahaz
- Start
- ~773 BC(3231 AH)
- End
- ~758 BC(3246 AH)
- Duration
- 15 years
- End Reference
- 2KI 16:2
Notes
START:[Shulman date p83] [Ussher date p77] END:*HYPOTHESIS: The duration does not extend into the next calendar year. [Shulman date p83]
Historical Dating
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David's Reign and the Davidic Covenant
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Solomon's Reign and Temple Construction
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did The reign of Ahaz occur in Bible history?
The reign of Ahaz occurred approximately ~773 BC to ~758 BC. This is 3231–3246 AH (Anno Hominis — years from Creation using the Ussher chronology, where Year 1 = ~4004 BC). This period lasted 15 years.
What does “AH” mean in Bible chronology?
AH stands for “Anno Hominis” (Year of Man), a chronological system that counts years from Creation. Under the Ussher chronology, Year 1 AH corresponds to approximately 4004 BC.