2Ki 23:34-35 | MHM | STEP | v. 34-35 : Pharaoh Necho replaced Jehoahaz with his brother Eliakim, renaming him Jehoiakim. This change of name symbolized Egypt’s control over Judah. Pharaoh also imposed a heavy tribute on Judah—100 talents of silver and one talent of gold. Jehoiakim raised this money by taxing the people, further burdening the nation (2 Kings 23:34-35 ).

‏ 2 Kings 23:34-35

v. 34-35: Pharaoh Necho replaced Jehoahaz with his brother Eliakim, renaming him Jehoiakim. This change of name symbolized Egypt’s control over Judah. Pharaoh also imposed a heavy tribute on Judah—100 talents of silver and one talent of gold. Jehoiakim raised this money by taxing the people, further burdening the nation (2 Kings 23:34-35 ^a).

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