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King’s dale

Places & Geography • Old Testament
The King’s dale, also called the valley of Shaveh, was the place where the king of Sodom met Abram. It is mentioned in Genesis and in the account of Absalom’s monument.

Kingdom of God

Doctrine & Theology • Both
The kingdom of God is God’s rule and saving authority, especially revealed through Christ. It also describes the blessings of that rule and the people who belong to it.

KINGDOM OF GOD (OF HEAVEN), THE

Doctrine & Theology • Both
The kingdom of God, also called the kingdom of heaven, is God’s righteous rule and saving reign. It was announced by John the Baptist, proclaimed by Jesus, present in His ministry, and awaiting its final and glorious consummation.

Kingly office of Christ

Jesus Christ • New Testament
The kingly office of Christ is his mediatorial rule as sovereign Head over the Church and all things for its good. It is one aspect of his work as Prophet, Priest, and King.

Kings

People & Groups • Old Testament
Kings refers to the rulers of the kingdoms of Judah and Israel. Their reigns are recorded in the historical books of the Old Testament.

KINGS, BOOKS OF

Scripture • Old Testament
The Books of Kings recount Israel’s history from Solomon’s accession through the exile and the release of Jehoiachin. They present the reigns of Israel’s and Judah’s kings with particular attention to the temple, prophecy, covenant faithfulness, and judgment.

Kings, First And Second Books Of

Scripture • Old Testament
The First and Second Books of Kings record Israel’s history from Solomon’s accession through the fall of Judah and the destruction of Jerusalem. They emphasize the reigns of the kings and God’s judgment on covenant unfaithfulness.

Kings, The Books of

Scripture • Old Testament
The Books of Kings are two canonical historical books covering the monarchy from Solomon through the Babylonian conquest. They record the rulers, prophets, worship, and spiritual failure of Israel and Judah.

Kinsman

Law & Covenant • Both
A kinsman, or goel, was the nearest male relative who had duties toward an impoverished or endangered family member. He could redeem property or relatives and serve as an avenger of blood; God is also called his people’s Redeemer.

Kir

Places & Geography • Old Testament
Kir was the place to which Tiglath-pileser carried the Arameans captive after conquering Damascus. It may have been a region or fortified place, but its exact location is uncertain.

Kir of Moab

Places & Geography • Old Testament
Kir of Moab was a major Moabite fortress, probably represented by Kerak southeast of the Dead Sea. It was one of the strongholds threatened by prophetic judgment.

Kir-haraseth

Places & Geography • Old Testament
Kir-haraseth was a fortified city of Moab, also called Kir-hareseth or Kir-heres. During Jehoram’s campaign against Moab, King Mesha took refuge there.
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