2 Kings 11:15

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Jehoiada the priest commanded the captains of hundreds who were set over the host, and said to them, Have her forth between the ranks; and him who follows her kill with the sword. For the priest said, Don't let her be slain in the house of Yahweh.

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Map of Palestine (The Holy Land)A general map of Palestine showing towns and regions across the Holy Land.

The Kingdoms of Israel and JudahThe divided monarchy, showing the northern kingdom of Israel and the southern kingdom of Judah.

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Sur was likely a gate or entrance within the Jerusalem temple complex or royal precinct, though its exact location is uncertain. Jehoiada ordered Athaliah removed by this route so that her execution would occur outside the sacred temple area during Joash’s coronation.

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2 Kings 11:15 mentions Sur.