Samaria

Overview

• Type: Capital city of the northern kingdom
• Testament: Old

Biblical Significance

Founded by Omri in 1 Kings, Samaria becomes the political center of Israel’s northern monarchy and the setting for much of the Ahab and Elijah conflict. In 2 Kings it remains central through siege, prophecy, dynastic upheaval, and eventually the northern kingdom’s collapse.

Key Events

• Ahab and Ben-hadad
• Micaiah and Ahab’s Death
• Elisha’s Miracles
• Fall of Samaria

Key People Associated

• Ahab
• Jezebel
• Elijah
• Obadiah
• Elisha
• Jehu

Important Verses

“And he bought the hill Samaria of Shemer for two talents of silver.” - 1 Kings 16:24

Cross-References

• 1 Kings
• 2 Kings