2 Kings 13:10

Arabic 2018 (الترجمة الكاثوليكيّة (اليسوعيّة))

وفي السَّنَةِ السَّابِعَةِ والثَّلاثينَ لِيوآش، مَلِكِ يَهوذا، مَلَكَ يوآشُ بنُ يوآحازَ على إِسْرائيلَ في السَّامِرَة سِتَّ عَشرَةَ سَنَة.

What Does This Mean?

This verse tells us that Jehoash became the king of Israel in Samaria in the same year that Joash was ruling in Judah for 37 years. Jehoash ruled Israel for sixteen years. The text doesn't mention who is speaking; it's just a historical record.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're starting a new game with your friends. In this verse, Jehoash is like the new captain of one team, and he starts his leadership at the same time as another captain, Joash, is leading his team for a long time. Jehoash's team plays for sixteen years.

Historical Background

The Book of 2 Kings was likely written by multiple authors, possibly including Jeremiah, during the Babylonian exile. It chronicles the history of the kings of Judah and Israel. This verse gives a precise timeline, indicating the overlap between the reigns of Jehoash in Israel and Joash in Judah.

Living It Out Today

Just like Jehoash took over the leadership of Israel in a specific year, we also have our times to lead in different aspects of life. Whether it's a new job, a new school year, or a new project, each of these times marks a new beginning where we can make a difference.

Topics

• leadership
• history
• kings
• reign
• chronology
• transition

Related Verses

• 1 Kings 12:20
• 2 Chronicles 24:1
• 2 Kings 12:1
• 2 Kings 13:1
• Matthew 1:15

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Jehoahaz in relation to Jehoash?

Jehoahaz was the father of Jehoash, who became king of Israel. This shows the line of succession in the kingdom of Israel.

How does this verse relate to the reign of Joash in Judah?

This verse indicates that Jehoash became king of Israel in the 37th year of Joash's reign in Judah, showing the overlap between these two reigns.

What was significant about Jehoash's sixteen-year reign?

Jehoash's sixteen-year reign marked a specific period in the history of the northern kingdom of Israel, during which he would have had to deal with the political and military challenges of the time.

How does this verse contribute to the overall narrative of 2 Kings?

This verse contributes to the larger narrative by providing a specific timeline of the kings of Israel and Judah, helping to understand the political context and the succession of leadership in those times.