2 Kings 14:17

Basque (EAB) 2008 (Elizen Arteko Biblia (Biblia en Euskara, Traducción Interconfesional))

Israelgo errege Joax, Joakazen semea, hil eta gero, beste hamabost urtez bizi izan zen Judako errege Amatzias, Joaxen semea.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from 2 Kings tells us that Amaziah, the king of Judah, lived for fifteen more years after the death of Jehoash, the king of Israel. It provides a timeline for the reigns of these two kings.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have two friends, Amaziah and Jehoash. When Jehoash stopped being your friend, Amaziah kept being your friend for fifteen more years. This verse tells us how long they were friends.

Historical Background

The Book of 2 Kings was written by prophets around 560 BCE, primarily for the Israelites living in exile. It chronicles the kings of Israel and Judah, providing a historical and spiritual narrative of the kingdoms.

Living It Out Today

Just as Amaziah's reign continued after Jehoash's death, our lives can continue to flourish even after difficult times or changes. For instance, if you lose a job, remember that new opportunities may still lie ahead.

Topics

• kingship
• timeline
• history
• Israelites
• prophets
• leadership

Related Verses

• 1 Kings 14:21
• 2 Kings 12:1
• 2 Kings 14:1
• 2 Chronicles 25:1
• 2 Chronicles 25:27

Recommended Reading

Commentary 2 Kings Commentaries → Get This Bible EAB Study Bible →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of Amaziah living fifteen years after Jehoash?

This highlights the continuation of Judah's reign and the specific timeline of events, showing the relative stability of Judah compared to Israel.

Who was Jehoash?

Jehoash was the king of Israel, and his death is mentioned here in contrast to the continued reign of Amaziah in Judah.

Why is the number fifteen years important?

The number fifteen years provides a specific timeframe that helps historians understand the chronology of events during the reigns of these kings.

How does this verse fit into the broader narrative of 2 Kings?

This verse contributes to the overall narrative by providing details on the reigns of kings and the timeline of events, which helps in understanding the broader history of the kingdoms of Israel and Judah.