Sargon
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Sargon in the Bible?
Sargon II was an Assyrian king who reigned from 722 to 705 BC. He seized the throne following the death of Shalmaneser V and is historically identified as the ruler who captured Samaria and deported the population of the northern kingdom of Israel, an event recorded in 2 Kings 17:3-6.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Sargon II clarifies the historical context of the Assyrian captivity of Israel, confirming the biblical account of the fall of Samaria and the subsequent exile of the ten tribes.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Sargon reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Sargon in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Sargon clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
2 Kings 17:3-6
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Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Sargon." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/sargon/