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Athaliah hears of Ahaziah’s death and commands a palace purge; show command and fearful flight, no violence spectacle.
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2 Kings 11:1

Athaliah seizes power

The Hidden Heir and the Covenant · 2 Kings 11

Story guide: Athaliah acts ruthlessly when the news of her son’s death reaches Jerusalem.

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1When Athaliah, the mother of Ahaziah, saw that her son was dead, she put all the royal descendants to death.

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