Who was Samaria?

City of the ancient kingdom

The story of Samaria

Samaria - King of Israel
Samaria - King of Israel
King of Israel

Samaria was a biblical figure who is best known for being the capital of the northern kingdom of Israel. She was the daughter of Jacob and Leah, and the sister of Judah, Issachar, Zebulun, and Dinah. She was the wife of King Ahab of Israel, and the mother of King Ahaziah and King Jehoram. Samaria was a powerful figure in the Bible, and her influence was felt throughout the northern kingdom of Israel. She was a strong advocate for the worship of the God of Israel, and she was instrumental in the establishment of the worship of the God of Israel in the northern kingdom. She was also a powerful political figure, and she was able to influence the decisions of the kings of Israel. Samaria is best known for her role in the establishment of the worship of the God of Israel in the northern kingdom. She was a strong advocate for the worship of the God of Israel, and she was able to influence the decisions of the kings of Israel. She was also a powerful political figure, and she was able to influence the decisions of the kings of Israel. Her influence was felt throughout the northern kingdom of Israel, and she is remembered as a powerful figure in the Bible.

Name meaning

"watch" or "guard"

Name origin

Hebrew

Role

King of Israel

First mention

1 Kings 13:32

Appearances in the Bible

115 mentions

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Samaria in the Bible

Explore all 52 chapters where Samaria appears

Luke

Chapter 17

The Healing of the Ten Lepers

Jesus teaches about forgiveness, faith, and the coming of the kingdom of God.

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John

Chapter 4

The Samaritan Woman at the Well

Jesus meets a Samaritan woman at a well and teaches her about living water.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 1

The Ascension of Jesus and the Selection of Matthias

The Holy Spirit descends on the apostles at Pentecost, and they begin to preach and perform miracles in Jerusalem.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 8

The Conversion of Saul

Saul (later known as Paul) is converted to Christianity and begins to preach.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 9

The Conversion of Saul on the Road to Damascus

Paul is arrested and brought to trial in Jerusalem, but he escapes to Tarsus.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 15

The Jerusalem Council

The council at Jerusalem decides that Gentile converts do not have to follow Jewish customs.

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1 Kings

Chapter 13

The Man of God from Judah

A man of God from Judah confronts Jeroboam, the northern king, and pronounces judgment on him.

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1 Kings

Chapter 16

The Reign of Baasha in Israel

Baasha becomes king of Israel and continues in the sins of Jeroboam.

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1 Kings

Chapter 18

Elijah Confronts Ahab and Baal

Elijah confronts Ahab and the prophets of Baal in a dramatic showdown on Mount Carmel.

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1 Kings

Chapter 20

Ahab's Wars

Ahab continues his idolatry and goes to war against Ben-hadad, the king of Syria.

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1 Kings

Chapter 21

Naboth's Vineyard

Ahab wants Naboth's vineyard and Jezebel arranges for him to be falsely accused and executed.

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1 Kings

Chapter 22

Ahab and Jehoshaphat Against Syria

Ahab and Jehoshaphat, the king of Judah, join forces against Syria, but Ahab is killed in the battle.

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2 Kings

Chapter 1

Elijah Confronts Ahaziah

Jehoshaphat becomes king of Judah and follows the Lord, leading to a time of peace and prosperity.

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2 Kings

Chapter 2

Elijah's Ascension and Elisha's Request

Elijah is taken up to heaven in a whirlwind, leaving Elisha to carry on his work as prophet.

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2 Kings

Chapter 3

Moab Rebels Against Israel

Moab rebels against Israel and Jehoram, the king of Israel, seeks the help of Jehoshaphat, the king of Judah.

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2 Kings

Chapter 5

Naaman's Healing

Naaman, a commander of the Syrian army, is healed of leprosy by Elisha and becomes a believer in the Lord.

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2 Kings

Chapter 6

The Floating Ax Head

Elisha causes an ax head that had fallen into the water to float, demonstrating his power over nature.

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2 Kings

Chapter 7

The Siege of Samaria Lifted

The Lord lifts the siege of Samaria through Elisha's prophecy, bringing great abundance to the city.

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2 Kings

Chapter 10

Jehu's Purge of the House of Ahab

Jehu carries out a violent purge of the house of Ahab, eliminating all the remaining members of the dynasty.

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2 Kings

Chapter 13

Jehoahaz's Reign in Israel

Jehoahaz becomes king of Israel and leads the people into idolatry, eventually dying a painful death.

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2 Kings

Chapter 14

Amaziah's Reign in Judah

Amaziah becomes king of Judah and carries out reforms, defeating the Edomites in battle.

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2 Kings

Chapter 15

Reigns of Azariah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah

Azariah, also known as Uzziah, becomes king of Judah and carries out reforms, but also becomes proud and is struck with ...

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2 Kings

Chapter 17

The Assyrian Exile of Israel

The people of Israel are exiled to Assyria as punishment for their idolatry and disobedience.

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2 Kings

Chapter 18

Hezekiah's Reign in Judah

Hezekiah becomes king of Judah and carries out reforms, including removing idolatry and repairing the temple.

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2 Kings

Chapter 21

Manasseh's Reign in Judah

Manasseh becomes king of Judah and leads the people into great evil, including idol worship and child sacrifice.

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2 Kings

Chapter 23

The Book of the Law Found

The book of the law is discovered during repairs to the temple, leading to further reforms and a revival of faith.

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 18

Jehoshaphat and Ahab's Alliance

The narrative unfolds the consequences of Jehoshaphat's alliance with Ahab, highlighting the dangers of compromising wit...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 22

Athaliah's Usurpation

The narrative unfolds the turbulent period of Athaliah's usurpation, highlighting the struggles faced by the legitimate ...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 25

Amaziah's Reign

Amaziah's reign characterized by a mix of military accomplishments and spiritual compromise, illustrating the complexiti...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 28

Ahaz's Apostasy and Defeat

Ahaz's reign marked by apostasy, foreign alliances, and military defeat, highlighting the destructive outcomes of turnin...

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Ezra

Chapter 4

Opposition to the Rebuilding

Opposition to the rebuilding of the temple by the neighboring peoples, including the writing of a letter to King Artaxer...

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Nehemiah

Chapter 4

Opposition to the Rebuilding

Opposition to the rebuilding of the wall, including ridicule from the neighboring peoples.

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Hosea

Chapter 7

Israel's Deception

God accuses Israel of being deceitful and not trusting in Him.

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Hosea

Chapter 8

Israel's False Gods

God accuses Israel of worshiping false gods and ignoring His commandments.

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Hosea

Chapter 10

Israel's False Security

God accuses Israel of relying on false security and material wealth instead of God.

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Hosea

Chapter 13

God's Judgment and Israel's Fate

God announces death and destruction for those who refuse to turn from their sins and return to Him.

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Amos

Chapter 3

A Call to Repentance

God calls on the people to repent, warning them of impending judgment for their sins.

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Amos

Chapter 4

God's Discipline

God accuses the people of ignoring His discipline and not turning back to Him.

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Amos

Chapter 6

The Proud and Comfortable

God accuses the wealthy and comfortable of ignoring the poor and oppressed, and of not seeking Him.

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Amos

Chapter 8

A Vision of the End

Amos sees a vision of the end, a time of famine and destruction, but also of hope and restoration.

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Obadiah

Chapter 1

The Judgment of Edom

Obadiah prophesies the judgment of Edom, a neighboring nation that had rejoiced at the destruction of Jerusalem and oppr...

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Micah

Chapter 1

A Message from the Lord

The Lord speaks to Micah, announcing judgment on Israel and Judah for their sins, and a promise of restoration.

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Isaiah

Chapter 7

God's Promise to King Ahaz

In Isaiah 7, King Ahaz of Judah is faced with a military threat from two neighboring kingdoms. Isaiah is sent by God to ...

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Isaiah

Chapter 8

Trusting in God's Plan

In Isaiah chapter 8, God instructs Isaiah to write on a large scroll the words "Maher-shalal-hash-baz," which means "qui...

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Isaiah

Chapter 9

The Birth of a Savior

Isaiah foretells the coming of a child who will bring light to the darkness of the people of Israel. He prophecies that ...

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Isaiah

Chapter 10

God's Judgment on Assyria

In Isaiah chapter 10, the prophet foretells God's judgment upon Assyria, who had become a powerful and oppressive empire...

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Isaiah

Chapter 36

Sennacherib Threatens Jerusalem

In Isaiah chapter 36, the Assyrian king, Sennacherib, leads his army to conquer Jerusalem. He sends a delegation to nego...

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Jeremiah

Chapter 23

The Promised Righteous King

In Jeremiah 23, God rebukes the corrupt leaders of Judah and promises to send a righteous king to rule over His people. ...

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Jeremiah

Chapter 31

The Promise of the New Covenant

In Jeremiah 31, God speaks through the prophet Jeremiah to promise a new covenant with his people. This covenant will no...

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Jeremiah

Chapter 41

Assassination of Gedaliah and Military Retaliation

In Jeremiah 41, Ishmael conspires with ten other men to assassinate Gedaliah, who had been appointed as governor over Ju...

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Ezekiel

Chapter 16

The Unfaithful Jerusalem

In Ezekiel 16, the Lord speaks to the prophet Ezekiel about the history of Jerusalem and its constant unfaithfulness tow...

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Ezekiel

Chapter 23

The Unfaithful Sisters

In Ezekiel 23, the prophet receives a vision from God about two sisters, Oholah and Oholibah, who represent the kingdoms...

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