The reign of Pekah
Then Pekah son of Remaliah, his officer, conspired against him [Pekahiah] and struck him in Samaria, in the castle of the king's house with Argob and Arieh; and..., spanning 21 years associated with Pekah.
Description
Then Pekah son of Remaliah, his officer, conspired against him [Pekahiah] and struck him in Samaria, in the castle of the king's house with Argob and Arieh; and with him were fifty men of the Gileadites, and he killed him and became king in his place. (2KI 15:25) In the fifty-second year of Azariah king of Judah, Pekah son of Remaliah became king over Israel in Samaria, and reigned twenty years. (2KI 15:27)
Details
- Type
- Reign
- Person
- Pekah
- Start
- ~794 BC(3210 AH)
- End
- ~773 BC(3231 AH)
- Duration
- 21 years
- Start Reference
- 2KI 15:27
- End Reference
- 2KI 15:27
Notes
Shulman, p125
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did The reign of Pekah occur in Bible history?
The reign of Pekah occurred approximately ~794 BC to ~773 BC. This is 3210–3231 AH (Anno Hominis — years from Creation using the Ussher chronology, where Year 1 = ~4004 BC). This period lasted 21 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.