2 Kings 10:1-3

New International Reader's Version

Jehu Wipes Out Ahab’s Royal House

10 Ahab’s royal family in the city of Samaria had a total of 70 sons. Jehu wrote some letters to the officials of the city. He also sent them to the elders there. And he sent them to the people who took care of Ahab’s children. Jehu said, ² “Your master’s sons are with you. You also have chariots and horses and weapons. And you are living in a city that has high walls around it. As soon as you read this letter, here’s what I want you to do. ³ Choose the best and most respected son of your master. Place him on his father Joram’s throne. Then fight for your master’s royal house.”