Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Ahab rested with his ancestors. And Ahaziah his son succeeded him as king. New Living Translation So Ahab died, and his son Ahaziah became the next king. English Standard Version So Ahab slept with his fathers, and Ahaziah his son reigned in his place. Berean Standard Bible And Ahab rested with his fathers, and his son Ahaziah reigned in his place. King James Bible So Ahab slept with his fathers; and Ahaziah his son reigned in his stead. New King James Version So Ahab rested with his fathers. Then Ahaziah his son reigned in his place. New American Standard Bible So Ahab lay down with his fathers, and his son Ahaziah became king in his place. NASB 1995 So Ahab slept with his fathers, and Ahaziah his son became king in his place. NASB 1977 So Ahab slept with his fathers, and Ahaziah his son became king in his place. Legacy Standard Bible So Ahab slept with his fathers, and Ahaziah his son became king in his place. Amplified Bible So Ahab slept with his fathers [in death], and Ahaziah his son became king in his place. Christian Standard Bible Ahab rested with his ancestors, and his son Ahaziah became king in his place. Holman Christian Standard Bible Ahab rested with his fathers, and his son Ahaziah became king in his place. American Standard Version So Ahab slept with his fathers; and Ahaziah his son reigned in his stead. Contemporary English Version Ahab died, and his son Ahaziah became king. English Revised Version So Ahab slept with his fathers; and Ahaziah his son reigned in his stead. GOD'S WORD® Translation Ahab lay down in death with his ancestors. His son Ahaziah succeeded him as king. Good News Translation At his death his son Ahaziah succeeded him as king. International Standard Version That's how Ahab died, just as his ancestors had, and his son Ahaziah became king in his place. Majority Standard Bible And Ahab rested with his fathers, and his son Ahaziah reigned in his place. NET Bible Ahab passed away. His son Ahaziah replaced him as king. New Heart English Bible So Ahab slept with his fathers; and Ahaziah his son reigned in his place. Webster's Bible Translation So Ahab slept with his fathers; and Ahaziah his son reigned in his stead. World English Bible So Ahab slept with his fathers; and Ahaziah his son reigned in his place. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Ahab lies with his fathers, and his son Ahaziah reigns in his stead. Young's Literal Translation And Ahab lieth with his fathers, and Ahaziah his son reigneth in his stead. Smith's Literal Translation And Ahab will lie down with his fathers; and Ahaziah his son will reign in his stead. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleSo Achab slept with his fathers, and Ochozias his son reigned in his stead. Catholic Public Domain Version And so, Ahab slept with his fathers. And Ahaziah, his son, reigned in his place. New American Bible Ahab rested with his ancestors, and his son Ahaziah succeeded him as king. New Revised Standard Version So Ahab slept with his ancestors; and his son Ahaziah succeeded him. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleSo Ahab slept with his fathers; and Ahaziah his son reigned in his stead. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Akhab fell asleep with his parents, and Ekhazyah his son reigned after him. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917So Ahab slept with his fathers; and Ahaziah his son reigned in his stead. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Achaab slept with his fathers, and Ochozias his son reigned in his stead. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Ahab's Defeat and Death…39As for the rest of the acts of Ahab, along with all his accomplishments and the ivory palace and all the cities he built, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel? 40And Ahab rested with his fathers, and his son Ahaziah reigned in his place. Cross References 2 Chronicles 18:34 The battle raged throughout that day, and the king of Israel propped himself up in his chariot facing the Arameans until evening. And at sunset he died. 2 Chronicles 21:1 And Jehoshaphat rested with his fathers and was buried with them in the City of David. And his son Jehoram reigned in his place. 1 Kings 16:28 And Omri rested with his fathers and was buried in Samaria, and his son Ahab reigned in his place. 2 Kings 1:17 So Ahaziah died according to the word of the LORD that Elijah had spoken. And since he had no son, Jehoram succeeded him in the second year of the reign of Jehoram son of Jehoshaphat over Judah. 2 Kings 3:1 In the eighteenth year of Jehoshaphat’s reign over Judah, Jehoram son of Ahab became king of Israel, and he reigned in Samaria twelve years. 2 Kings 8:16 In the fifth year of the reign of Joram son of Ahab over Israel, Jehoram son of Jehoshaphat succeeded his father as king of Judah. 2 Kings 9:29 (In the eleventh year of Joram son of Ahab, Ahaziah had become king over Judah.) 2 Kings 10:34-36 As for the rest of the acts of Jehu, along with all his accomplishments and all his might, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel? / And Jehu rested with his fathers and was buried in Samaria, and his son Jehoahaz reigned in his place. / So the duration of Jehu’s reign over Israel in Samaria was twenty-eight years. 2 Kings 22:1 Josiah was eight years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem thirty-one years. His mother’s name was Jedidah daughter of Adaiah; she was from Bozkath. 2 Chronicles 20:31 So Jehoshaphat reigned over Judah. He was thirty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem twenty-five years. His mother’s name was Azubah daughter of Shilhi. 2 Chronicles 22:2 Ahaziah was twenty-two years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem one year. His mother’s name was Athaliah, the granddaughter of Omri. Matthew 1:8 Asa was the father of Jehoshaphat, Jehoshaphat the father of Joram, and Joram the father of Uzziah. Matthew 1:9 Uzziah was the father of Jotham, Jotham the father of Ahaz, and Ahaz the father of Hezekiah. Matthew 1:10 Hezekiah was the father of Manasseh, Manasseh the father of Amon, Amon the father of Josiah, Matthew 1:11 and Josiah the father of Jeconiah and his brothers at the time of the exile to Babylon. Treasury of Scripture So Ahab slept with his fathers; and Ahaziah his son reigned in his stead. slept 1 Kings 2:10 So David slept with his fathers, and was buried in the city of David. 1 Kings 11:21 And when Hadad heard in Egypt that David slept with his fathers, and that Joab the captain of the host was dead, Hadad said to Pharaoh, Let me depart, that I may go to mine own country. 1 Kings 14:31 And Rehoboam slept with his fathers, and was buried with his fathers in the city of David. And his mother's name was Naamah an Ammonitess. And Abijam his son reigned in his stead. Ahaziah 1 Kings 22:51 Ahaziah the son of Ahab began to reign over Israel in Samaria the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and reigned two years over Israel. 2 Kings 1:2,17 And Ahaziah fell down through a lattice in his upper chamber that was in Samaria, and was sick: and he sent messengers, and said unto them, Go, inquire of Baalzebub the god of Ekron whether I shall recover of this disease… 2 Chronicles 20:35 And after this did Jehoshaphat king of Judah join himself with Ahaziah king of Israel, who did very wickedly: Jump to Previous Ahab Ahaziah Ahazi'ah Fathers Lieth Reigned Reigneth Rest Rested Slept Stead SucceededJump to Next Ahab Ahaziah Ahazi'ah Fathers Lieth Reigned Reigneth Rest Rested Slept Stead Succeeded1 Kings 22 1. Ahab, seduced by false prophets, by Michaiah's word, is slain at Ramoth Gilead37. The dogs lick up his blood, and Ahaziah succeeds him 41. Jehoshaphat's good reign 45. His acts 46. Jehoram succeeds him 51. Ahaziah's evil reign And Ahab rested with his fathers This phrase indicates the death of King Ahab, the seventh king of Israel, who reigned from approximately 874 to 853 BC. The expression "rested with his fathers" is a common biblical euphemism for death, suggesting burial in a family tomb or joining ancestors in the afterlife. Ahab's reign was marked by significant idolatry, largely influenced by his marriage to Jezebel, a Phoenician princess who promoted the worship of Baal. His death fulfilled the prophecy given by the prophet Elijah in 1 Kings 21:19, where it was foretold that dogs would lick Ahab's blood. This phrase also reflects the biblical theme of the consequences of sin and disobedience to God, as Ahab's life and reign were characterized by turning away from the Lord. and his son Ahaziah reigned in his place Persons / Places / Events 1. AhabThe seventh king of Israel, known for his idolatry and marriage to Jezebel, which led Israel into sin. His reign was marked by conflict with prophets like Elijah. 2. Ahaziah The son of Ahab who succeeded him as king. His reign continued the idolatrous practices of his father, leading to further decline in Israel's spiritual state. 3. Israel The northern kingdom, often in conflict with Judah and surrounding nations. Under Ahab's rule, Israel faced significant spiritual and political challenges. 4. Rested with his fathers A phrase indicating Ahab's death and burial, a common expression in the Old Testament signifying the end of a king's reign. 5. Reigned in his place This transition of power highlights the continuation of a dynasty, despite the moral and spiritual failures of its leaders. Teaching Points The Consequences of IdolatryAhab's reign is a stark reminder of the dangers of turning away from God and embracing idolatry. His actions led to personal and national consequences. Leadership and Legacy The transition from Ahab to Ahaziah shows how a leader's choices can impact future generations. It's crucial to lead with integrity and faithfulness to God. The Importance of Repentance Despite Ahab's failures, there were moments when he showed remorse. This highlights the importance of repentance and seeking God's mercy. God's Sovereignty in Leadership Even when leaders fail, God's sovereign plan continues. He uses even flawed individuals to accomplish His purposes. The Role of Prophets Throughout Ahab's reign, prophets like Elijah played a critical role in calling the king and the nation back to God. This underscores the importance of heeding God's messengers.Verse 40. - So Ahab slept with his fathers; and Ahaziah ["Whom Jehovah upholds." The name suggests that, notwithstanding his idolatries, Ahab cannot have completely abandoned the worship of the Lord] his son reigned in his stead. Reign of Jehoshaphat. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew And Ahabאַחְאָ֖ב (’aḥ·’āḇ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 256: Ahab -- 'father's brother', a king of Israel, also a false prophet rested וַיִּשְׁכַּ֥ב (way·yiš·kaḇ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7901: To lie down with עִם־ (‘im-) Preposition Strong's 5973: With, equally with his fathers, אֲבֹתָ֑יו (’ă·ḇō·ṯāw) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1: Father and his son בְנ֖וֹ (ḇə·nōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1121: A son Ahaziah אֲחַזְיָ֥הוּ (’ă·ḥaz·yā·hū) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 274: Ahaziah -- 'Yah has grasped', the name of several Israelites reigned וַיִּמְלֹ֛ךְ (way·yim·lōḵ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 4427: To reign, inceptively, to ascend the throne, to induct into royalty, to take counsel in his place. תַּחְתָּֽיו׃ (taḥ·tāw) Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of Links 1 Kings 22:40 NIV1 Kings 22:40 NLT 1 Kings 22:40 ESV 1 Kings 22:40 NASB 1 Kings 22:40 KJV 1 Kings 22:40 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 22:40 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 22:40 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 22:40 French Bible 1 Kings 22:40 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 22:40 So Ahab slept with his fathers (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |
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