2 Kings 15:7

Assamese - 2019 (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)

পাছত উজ্জিয়া তেওঁৰ পূর্বপুৰুষসকলৰ লগত নিদ্ৰিত হ’ল আৰু দায়ুদৰ নগৰত তেওঁৰ পূর্বপুৰুষৰে সৈতে তেওঁক মৈদাম দিয়া হ’ল। তেওঁৰ পুত্ৰ যোথম তেওঁৰ পদত ৰজা হ’ল।

What Does This Mean?

This verse tells us that King Azariah died and was buried with his ancestors in the city of David. His son, Jotham, then became the new king. It's a straightforward account of a king's death and succession.

Explained for Children

Imagine if the principal of your school retired and passed away, and then the next day, a new principal came to take over. That's what happened here with King Azariah and his son, Jotham.

Historical Background

This verse is part of the Book of 2 Kings, written by an anonymous author around the 6th century BC. It was likely written for the Israelites in exile, to remind them of their history and the lineage of their kings.

Living It Out Today

When we face the death of a loved one or a change in leadership, we can see that life goes on and transitions happen. Just like Jotham took over after his father, we can step up in times of change and continue what we've been given.

Topics

• leadership
• death
• succession
• royalty
• burial practices
• historical accounts

Related Verses

• 1 Kings 15:24
• 2 Chronicles 26:23
• 2 Chronicles 27:1
• Matthew 1:9
• Luke 3:33

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Azariah?

Azariah was a king of Judah, known also as Uzziah, who ruled for a long period and was generally considered a good king.

What does 'slept with his fathers' mean?

This is an ancient way of saying someone died, suggesting they joined their ancestors in death.

Why is Jotham's reign mentioned?

It highlights the continuity of kingship and how the role passed from father to son in ancient Israel.

Why was Azariah buried in the city of David?

The city of David was an important burial site for kings, symbolizing their place in the lineage of Israelite leaders.