§ 02 · King James Bible
2 Kings 17:3
Against him came up Shalmaneser king of Assyria; and Hoshea became his servant, and gave him presents.
Simple English
Shalmaneser, the king of Assyria, attacked Hoshea. Hoshea then became Shalmaneser's helper and gave him gifts.
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