King Amaziah

King Amaziah was a monarch of the Kingdom of Judah who reigned in the ninth century B.C. He is remembered for his military campaigns, including a notable victory against Edom, and for his attempts to consolidate power and strengthen his kingdom. His reign was marked by a complex relationship with the prophetic figures of his time, and he is depicted in the biblical texts as having moments of both faithfulness and folly, ultimately leading to conflict with neighboring nations.