Lux Domini
In the twenty and sixth year of Asa king of Judah began Elah the son of Baasha to reign over Israel in Tirzah, two years.

Key themes

WisdomJustice and mercyPeaceTemple

Glossary

Baasha Tribe

Bravery, the third king of the separate kingdom of Israel, and founder of its second dynasty (1 Kings 15; 16; 2 Chr. 16:1-6 ). He was the son of Ahijah of the tribe of Issachar.

Tirzah Place

Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Tell el Farah.

Asa Person

Physician, son of Abijah and grandson of Rehoboam, was the third king of Judah.