Unison Under the Water Gate: Ezra’s Ascension and the Revelation of the Law
In the times of old in the land of Israel, a grand assembly of people found themselves gathered in the broad place before the water gate. UNITED with a single purpose, they beseeched Ezra the scribe to bring forth the…
Divine Intervention and Royal Survival: The Turbulent Reign of King Ahaziah and the Cunning Rescue of Joash
The inhabitants of Jerusalem faced great turmoil when the Arabians invaded, killing the ruling monarch and his eldest sons. Among the aftermath of death and confusion, they appointed Ahaziah, the youngest son of Jehoram, as their new king. Forty-two years…
Shattered Bonds of Trust: King David, Ammonites, and the Battle for Peace
Once upon a time, after the death of Nahash, the king of the children of Ammon, his son, Hanun succeeded him on the throne in continuation of his legacy. Always the peacemaker, King David sought to extend the branches of…
Divine Rule and Sacrilegious Rebellion: The Tale of King Jehoash’s Forty-Year Reign
In the seventh year of Jehu’s reign, Jehoash became king. Both native to Jerusalem, his mother Zibiah hailed from the humble city of Beersheba, contributing to his divine education. Jehoash was known for ruling in a manner that was pleasing…
Transitions of Power: The Last Days of King David and the Ascendancy of Solomon
The days of King David were drawing to a close as old age overcame him. Feeble and frail, he called out to his son Solomon. “I am going the way of the earth,” he murmured, reminding Solomon of the inevitable…
Vengeance, Virtue, and Vows: The Intriguing Tale of David, Abigail, and Nabal
In the ancient city of Ramah, the revered prophet Samuel passed. His death caused a great sorrow among the Israelites who gathered to mourn him, burying him at his house in Ramah. As they grieved, David, the future king of…
From Disarray to Destiny: The Odyssey of the Danites in the Promised Land
In a time of disorder, when Israel had no king, the tribe of Dan was in search for a land they could call their own, as their rightful inheritance hadn’t yet been bestowed among the tribes of Israel. Five courageous…
Joshua’s Divine Dominion: The Unstoppable Conquest of Israel
Once upon a time, there was a fierce and respected ruler named Joshua, who had led the Israelites to triumphant victories over Jericho and Ai, devastating these cities and their kings completely. His reputation struck fear into the hearts of…
Title: Divine Decrees: Journey to the Promised Land under Jehovah’s Command
Title: “The Covenant on the Land” Once upon a time, it was instilled into the children of Israel, the laws and commands that had to be respected and fulfilled as they marched into the land promised by God, Jehovah, the…
Defiance in the Desert: The Devastating Judgment of Korah’s Rebellion Against God’s Anointed
In the time after the Israelites were led out of Egypt, a man named Korah, a descendant of Levi, rose up in opposition against Moses, along with Dathan, Abiram, and On, who were descendants of Reuben. They gathered 250 prominent…