What we know about King Hezekiah “The bible describes King Hezekiah as one of the most important kings after King David,” said Mazar. “He was rich, daring, stood up against Assyrians.

As a result, they were able for the first time to scientifically reconstruct the history of Jerusalem from 1200 BCE — before the days of King David and Solomon — to the Babylonian destruction in 586 ...

King Hezekiah is one of the most famous of the Israelite kings. During his reign, he rooted out idol worship, spruced up the decrepit temple and centralized power, as told in biblical accounts.

According to the Bible, Hezekiah ruled around 700 B.C. and, along with King Josiah, was one of the few good kings dedicated to eliminating idolatry. 2 Kings 18:5 implies that he was without equal ...

When Did King Hezekiah Reign? Controversial Artifacts May Resolve Biblical Controversy The Bible contradicts itself on the regnal years of the king of Judah who rebelled against Assyria.

A rendering of King Hezekiah’s inscription. Archaeologist Prof. Gershon Galil on Wednesday night revealed on Channel 14 what they believe to be one of the most important archaeological ...

Unearthing King Hezekiah’s Biblical-Era Seal. Archaeologists in Jerusalem unveiled a rare 2,800-year-old clay imprint from a royal figure in the Book of Kings. By Adam Chandler.

A piece of clay inscribed with the 2,700-year-old seal of King Hezekiah found in Jerusalem. The seal was probably used by the King himself, according to experts ...

King Hezekiah’s seal – dating from the 8th century – has been discovered in Jerusalem.