Baasha, king of Israel (c.900-877
B.C.). He made himself king by the murder of King Nadab and the royal family. His reign as king of the schismatic northern kingdom is assessed negatively in 1 Kings and 2 Chronicles. He fought against
Asa of Judah, who won with the aid of Benhadad of Syria. Baasha was succeeded by his son Elah.
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