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The Final Monarch- Unveiling the Identity of the Last King of Judah
Who was the last king of Judah? This question brings us back to the final chapters of the Old Testament, specifically to the period of the Babylonian exile. The last king of Judah, according to biblical records, was Zedekiah. His reign was marked by political turmoil, rebellion against Babylonian rule, and ultimately, the fall of Jerusalem and the destruction of the First Temple in 586 BCE. This article delves into the life and reign of Zedekiah, the final king of Judah, and the historical context of his time.