2Kgs.17.2

2 Kings 17:2

KJV

And he did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord, but not as the kings of Israel that were before him.

2 Kings 17:1

KJV

In the twelfth year of Ahaz king of Judah began Hoshea the son of Elah to reign in Samaria over Israel nine years.

2 Kings 17:3

KJV

Against him came up Shalmaneser king of Assyria; and Hoshea became his servant, and gave him presents.