1 Kings 15:32
New International Version
There was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel throughout their reigns.

New Living Translation
There was constant war between King Asa of Judah and King Baasha of Israel.

English Standard Version
And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days.

Berean Standard Bible
And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel throughout their days.

King James Bible
And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days.

New King James Version
And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days.

New American Standard Bible
And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days.

NASB 1995
There was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days.

NASB 1977
And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days.

Legacy Standard Bible
Now there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days.

Amplified Bible
There was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days.

Christian Standard Bible
There was war between Asa and King Baasha of Israel throughout their reigns.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
There was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel throughout their reigns.

American Standard Version
And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days.

Contemporary English Version
King Asa of Judah and King Baasha of Israel were always at war.

English Revised Version
And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
There was war between Asa and Baasha as long as they lived.

Good News Translation
King Asa of Judah and King Baasha of Israel were constantly at war with each other as long as they were in power.

International Standard Version
Meanwhile, a state of war continued to exist between Asa and Baasha king of Israel, throughout their reigns.

Majority Standard Bible
And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel throughout their days.

NET Bible
Asa and King Nadab of Israel were continually at war with each other.

New Heart English Bible
There was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days.

Webster's Bible Translation
And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days.

World English Bible
There was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And there has been war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel [for] all their days.

Young's Literal Translation
And war hath been between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days.

Smith's Literal Translation
And war was between Asa and between Baasha king of Israel, all their days.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And there was war between Asa and Baasa the king of Israel all their days.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And there was war between Asa and Baasha, the king of Israel, during all their days.

New American Bible
There was war between Asa and Baasha, king of Israel, all their days.

New Revised Standard Version
There was war between Asa and King Baasha of Israel all their days.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And there was war between Baasha and Asa the king of Judah all their days.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And there was war between Baasha and Asa King of Yehuda all their days.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And there was war between Asa and Baasa king of Israel all their days.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Nadab's Wicked Reign in Israel
31As for the rest of the acts of Nadab, along with all his accomplishments, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel? 32And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel throughout their days.

Cross References
1 Kings 14:30
There was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam throughout their days.

1 Kings 16:21-22
At that time the people of Israel were divided: Half of the people supported Tibni son of Ginath as king, and half supported Omri. / But the followers of Omri proved stronger than those of Tibni son of Ginath. So Tibni died and Omri became king.

2 Chronicles 13:2
and he reigned in Jerusalem three years. His mother’s name was Micaiah daughter of Uriel; she was from Gibeah. And there was war between Abijah and Jeroboam.

2 Chronicles 16:1
In the thirty-sixth year of Asa’s reign, Baasha king of Israel went up against Judah and fortified Ramah to prevent anyone from leaving or entering the territory of Asa king of Judah.

1 Kings 12:19
So to this day Israel has been in rebellion against the house of David.

1 Kings 15:6
And there was war between the houses of Rehoboam and Jeroboam all the days of Abijam’s life.

2 Chronicles 15:19
And there was no war until the thirty-fifth year of Asa’s reign.

2 Chronicles 14:1
Then Abijah rested with his fathers and was buried in the City of David. And his son Asa reigned in his place, and in his days the land was at peace for ten years.

1 Kings 15:16
Now there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel throughout their days.

2 Chronicles 13:17
Then Abijah and his people struck them with a mighty blow, and 500,000 chosen men of Israel fell slain.

1 Kings 12:24
that this is what the LORD says: ‘You are not to go up and fight against your brothers, the Israelites. Each of you must return home, for this is My doing.’” So they listened to the word of the LORD and turned back according to the word of the LORD.

2 Chronicles 12:15
Now the acts of Rehoboam, from first to last, are they not written in the records of Shemaiah the Prophet and of Iddo the Seer concerning the genealogies? There was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam throughout their days.

2 Chronicles 16:9
For the eyes of the LORD roam to and fro over all the earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose hearts are fully devoted to Him. You have acted foolishly in this matter. From now on, therefore, you will be at war.”

1 Kings 11:11
Then the LORD said to Solomon, “Because you have done this and have not kept My covenant and My statutes, which I have commanded you, I will tear the kingdom away from you and give it to your servant.

1 Kings 11:31
and said to Jeroboam, “Take ten pieces for yourself, for this is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: ‘Behold, I will tear the kingdom out of the hand of Solomon, and I will give you ten tribes.


Treasury of Scripture

And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days.

A.

2 Chronicles 15:19
And there was no more war unto the five and thirtieth year of the reign of Asa.

2 Chronicles 16:1
In the six and thirtieth year of the reign of Asa Baasha king of Israel came up against Judah, and built Ramah, to the intent that he might let none go out or come in to Asa king of Judah.

1 Kings 16:8,9
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…

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1 Kings 15
1. Abijam's wicked reign
7. Asa succeeds him
9. Asa's good reign
16. The war between Baasha and him causes him to make a league with Ben-Hadad
23. Jehoshaphat succeeds Asa
25. Nadab's wicked reign
27. Baasha conspiring against him, executes Ahijah's prophecy
31. Nadab's acts and death
33. Baasha's wicked reign














There was war
The phrase "There was war" indicates a state of ongoing conflict, not just a single battle. In the Hebrew context, the word for "war" (מִלְחָמָה, milchamah) often implies a prolonged struggle, suggesting that the hostilities between Asa and Baasha were persistent and deeply rooted. This reflects the broader theme of division and strife that characterized the period of the divided kingdom, where the northern kingdom of Israel and the southern kingdom of Judah were frequently at odds. Theologically, this ongoing conflict can be seen as a consequence of the Israelites' departure from God's commandments, leading to internal discord and external threats.

between Asa
Asa was the king of Judah, noted for his efforts to reform the religious practices of his kingdom and return to the worship of Yahweh. His reign is marked by a commitment to righteousness, as he removed idols and restored the altar of the Lord. The name "Asa" in Hebrew (אָסָא) means "physician" or "healer," which is fitting given his attempts to heal the spiritual state of Judah. Asa's leadership is often viewed as a bright spot in the otherwise tumultuous history of the divided monarchy, demonstrating the blessings that can come from faithfulness to God.

and Baasha king of Israel
Baasha, the king of Israel, was a usurper who came to power by assassinating the previous king, Nadab. His reign is characterized by idolatry and opposition to the house of David. The name "Baasha" (בַּעְשָׁא) can be translated as "bold" or "offensive," which aligns with his aggressive actions against Judah. Baasha's rule exemplifies the instability and moral decline of the northern kingdom, which often turned away from the worship of Yahweh. His conflict with Asa underscores the political and spiritual rift between Israel and Judah.

throughout their days
This phrase emphasizes the duration and persistence of the conflict, indicating that the war between Asa and Baasha lasted for the entirety of their reigns. The Hebrew word for "days" (יָמִים, yamim) can also imply a significant period, suggesting that this was not a temporary skirmish but a defining feature of their respective rules. Historically, this ongoing warfare reflects the broader geopolitical struggles of the region, as both kingdoms vied for power and influence. Spiritually, it serves as a reminder of the consequences of division and the importance of unity under God's covenant.

Verse 32. - And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days. [Verbatim as ver. 16, where see note. Several commentators suggest that this latter statement was copied from the chronicles of Israel, and that of ver. 16 from those of Judah. It is held by others, however, that for Baasha we should here read Nadab, and in favour of this view is the fact that the reign of Nadab is still under consideration, the history of Baasha only beginning with the following verse.]

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
And there was
הָיְתָ֜ה (hā·yə·ṯāh)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

war
וּמִלְחָמָ֨ה (ū·mil·ḥā·māh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 4421: A battle, war

between
בֵּ֣ין (bên)
Preposition
Strong's 996: An interval, space between

Asa
אָסָ֗א (’ā·sā)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 609: Asa -- perhaps 'healer', an Israelite name

and Baasha
בַּעְשָׁ֥א (ba‘·šā)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1201: Baasha -- a king of Israel

king
מֶֽלֶךְ־ (me·leḵ-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4428: A king

of Israel
יִשְׂרָאֵ֖ל (yiś·rā·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc

throughout
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

their days.
יְמֵיהֶֽם׃ (yə·mê·hem)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 3117: A day


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