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Rezin

People & Groups • Old Testament
Rezin was the last king of Syria at Damascus. He joined Pekah of Israel against Ahaz of Judah, but Tiglath-pileser of Assyria captured Damascus, killed Rezin, and carried his people into captivity.
Biblical Usage
Rezin’s attack formed part of the Syro-Ephraimitic war against Ahaz. Isaiah assured Judah that the plans of Rezin and Pekah would fail, and the events provided the setting for the sign of Immanuel.
Scripture References
2 Kings 15:37 2 Kings 16:5-9 Isaiah 7:1-8 2 Kings 16:9 2 Kings 16:5 Isaiah 7:1 2 Kings 16:6 Ezra 2:48 Nehemiah 7:50