Bible Verses About "Who Was Hazael in the Bible"
Hazael was a Syrian king anointed by Elisha as God's instrument of judgment against unfaithful Israel, who reigned with great cruelty.
Hazael was a Syrian king anointed by Elisha as God's instrument of judgment against unfaithful Israel, who reigned with great cruelty.
"And Hazael said, But what, is thy servant a dog, that he should do this great thing? And Elisha answered, The LORD hath shewed me that thou shalt be king over Syria." — 2 Kings 8:13 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "Who Was Hazael in the Bible?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"And Hazael said, But what, is thy servant a dog, that he should do this great thing? And Elisha answered, The LORD hath shewed me that thou shalt be king over Syria."
"And it came to pass on the morrow, that he took a thick cloth, and dipped it in water, and spread it on his face, so that he died: and Hazael reigned in his stead."
"But Hazael king of Syria oppressed Israel all the days of Jehoahaz."
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