Bible Dictionary
Ahaz
Ahaz was a wicked king of Judah who practiced idolatry, sought Assyrian help instead of trusting God, and introduced pagan practices into Judah’s worship.
Biblical Usage
When threatened by Rezin and Pekah, Ahaz rejected the prophetic counsel given through Isaiah and appealed to Tiglath-pileser of Assyria. He practiced heathen rites, including the burning of children, consulted diviners, and altered the Temple worship. He died after sixteen years and was not buried in the royal tombs.
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