1 Kings 16:8
In the twenty and sixth year of Asa king of Judah began Elah the son of Baasha to reign over Israel in Tirzah, two years.
Cross-reference
1 Kings 16:6 directly states that Elah succeeded Baasha, which verse 8 then dates and begins his reign.
In 1 Kings 16:21, the civil war after Elah's death shows the instability his brief reign sparked.
In 1 Kings 16:23, Omri's twelve-year reign contrasts with Elah's two-year reign, highlighting the political transition.
1 Kings 15:32 records the ongoing war between Asa and Baasha, setting the political backdrop for Elah's short reign.
1 Kings 15:33 notes Baasha's rise and 24-year reign, providing background for his son Elah's kingship.
In 2 Kings 15:23, Pekahiah's two-year reign is a direct parallel to Elah's two-year reign, emphasizing similar brevity.
In 2 Kings 21:19, Amon's two-year reign echoes Elah's two-year reign, another king cut short.
In Proverbs 28:2, the principle of many rulers due to rebellion directly explains the instability seen in Elah's brief reign.
In 2 Kings 15:14, Menahem's assassination of Shallum mirrors the pattern of short reigns and usurpations in Israel.