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32 He practiced what the Lord considered to be evil, just as all of his ancestors had done. 33 Pharaoh Neco placed him in custody at Riblah, in the land of Hamath, so that he would not reign in Jerusalem, and imposed a tribute of 100 talents[a] of silver and a talent[b] of gold.

Jehoiakim is Made King by Pharaoh Neco

34 Pharaoh Neco installed Josiah’s son Eliakim as king to replace his father Josiah and changed his name to Jehoiakim. He transported Jehoahaz off to Egypt, where he died.

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Footnotes

  1. 2 Kings 23:33 I.e. about 7,500 pounds; a talent weighed about 75 pounds
  2. 2 Kings 23:33 I.e. about 75 pounds; a talent weighed about 75 pounds