Herod was the king of Judea who, out of fear and jealousy that a new king had been born to replace him, ordered the killing of all infant boys in Bethlehem. Though he held power for over 30 years and sponsored construction projects, Herod was a ruthless ruler who had members of his own family killed. The story shows that no one can prevent God's plans and that great power does not guarantee security or impress God.
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Herod
1. HEROD
MATTHEW 2-1-22
KEY VERSE 16
When Herod realized that he had been
outwitted by the Magi, he was furious, and he
gave orders to kill all the boys in Bethlehem
and its vicinity who were two years old and
under.
2. Strengths and
Accomplishments
Was given the title king of the Jews by the
Romans.
Held on to his power for more than 30
years.
Was an effective, though ruthless, ruler.
Sponsored a great variety of large
building projects.
3. Weaknesses and Mistakes
Tended to treat those around him with
fear, suspicion, and jealousy.
Had several of his own children and wife
killed.
Ordered the killing of infants in Bethlehem.
Claimed to be a God-worshiper, yet was
involved in many forms of pagan religion.
4. Lessons from his life
Great power brings neither peace nor
security.
No one can prevent Gods plans from
being carried out.
Superficial loyalty does not impress
people or God.
5. Vital Statistics:
Occupation: King of Judea from 37 to
4B.C.
Relatives: Father Antipater , Sons:
Archelaus, Anipater, Antipas, Phillip and
others. Wives: Doris, Mariamne, and
others.
Contemporaries:
Zechariah, Elizabeth, Mary, Joseph, Mark
Anthony, and Augustus.