Explore the intriguing story of Hoshea, the last king of Israel, through a blend of biblical narratives and historical context. This article delves into Hoshea's reign, his political maneuvers, and the eventual downfall of Israel under his leadership. Uncover how Assyrian inscriptions validate the biblical account of Hoshea, King of Israel. This analysis connects ancient texts from Nimrud with scriptural narratives, offering a unique perspective on this key biblical figure.
THE BLOODY EMPIRE: Assyria’s Historical Records and the Bible
Assyria was essentially a military power, and the historical picture left of its exploits is one of great cruelty and rapaciousness.
THE BIBLE AS HISTORY: Assyria the Second World Power
Assyria was a military kingdom. Nineveh, the Assyrian capital was a “city of bloodshed” (Nahum 3:1). Assyria becomes the second world power of Bible history in the middle of the 8th century B.C.E. when it subjugated the northern kingdom of Israel, taking Samaria. (2 Ki. 17:6, 13, 18) Just eight years later Sennacherib, Son of Sargon II; the king of Assyria, invades Judah (2 Ki. 18:13).

