King Asa: A Righteous Reformer of Judah

King Asa of Judah: A Righteous Reformer King Asa was the third king of Judah, a direct descendant

of King David, whose story is found in 1 Kings 15 and 2 Chronicles 14-16. He is primarily

remembered as a good and righteous king who reigned for 41 years and initiated a sweeping

religious revival. Key Highlights of His Reign Religious Reforms: Asa successfully

purged Judah of widespread idolatry and pagan practices. He removed idols, male shrine prostitutes,

and even deposed his grandmother, Maacah, for making an idol for Asherah.

Military Victory: When a massive Ethiopian army attacked, Asa relied on the LORD and was granted

a miraculous victory (2 Chr. 14:11). Later Failures: Late in life,