2 Kings 19:37

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَذَاتَ يَوْمٍ، كَانَ يَعْبُدُ فِي هَيْكَلِ إلَهِهِ نَسْرُوخَ. فَقَتَلَهُ ابْنَاهُ أدْرَمَّلَكُ وَشَرآصِرَ بِالسَّيْفِ. ثُمَّ هَرَبَا إلَى أرْضِ أرَارَاطَ. وَخَلَفَهُ فِي الحُكْمِ ابْنُهُ آسَرْحَدُّونَ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse tells us that King Sennacherib was killed by his own sons, Adrammelech and Sharezer, while he was worshipping his god. His sons fled to Armenia after the assassination, and Esarhaddon became the new king.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a dad who is a big boss, like the king of a country. One day, your dad is praying to a statue he thinks is a god, but your older brothers don’t like that. They decide to hurt your dad and run away to a faraway land. After that, your other brother becomes the new big boss.

Historical Background

The book of 2 Kings was likely written by an anonymous author during the Babylonian exile around 560 BC. It was intended for the Israelite community, providing a historical account and moral lessons from the kings' lives and their relationships with God.

Living It Out Today

This verse can remind us of the dangers of betrayal and the consequences of power struggles. In modern times, it can apply to situations where employees or family members compete for leadership roles, potentially leading to conflict and tragedy.

Topics

• betrayal
• consequences
• power struggles
• kingship
• worship
• family conflict

Related Verses

• Genesis 4:8
• 1 Kings 16:10-13
• Isaiah 37:38
• Matthew 27:62-66
• Acts 12:23

Frequently Asked Questions

Who were Adrammelech and Sharezer?

Adrammelech and Sharezer were sons of King Sennacherib. They assassinated their father while he was worshipping his god and then fled to Armenia.

What does this verse teach about family?

This verse highlights the potential for conflict and betrayal within families, especially when power and succession are at stake.

Why is Esarhaddon mentioned?

Esarhaddon is mentioned because he succeeded his father, Sennacherib, as the king after the assassination. This shows the natural progression of leadership and the continuation of the royal lineage.

What can we learn about worship from this verse?

The verse indirectly suggests that the worship of false gods can lead to negative consequences, as seen in the tragic outcome of Sennacherib's life.