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Zimri
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Zimri

An army officer who murdered Elah and reigned just seven days before dying in the flames of his own palace.

Role: King of Israel
Lived: ? – c. 885 BC
Belonged to: Kings of Israel

What we know β€” and how we know it

Bible β€” stated in scripture (with verse) Β· 1
Life, role & deeds
BibleA chariot commander who murdered king Elah and reigned just seven days before burning the palace over himself.
1 Kings 16:9–18
↳ Elah Β· Omri

Where in scripture

1 Kings
1 Kings 16:15