KJV ORIGINAL
And Asa slept with his fathers, and was buried with his fathers in the city of David his father: and Jehoshaphat his son reigned in his stead.
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And Asa died and was buried with his ancestors in the city of David his father, and his son Jehoshaphat became king after him.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse records the death of King Asa and the succession of his son Jehoshaphat to the throne of Judah.
📚 Historical Context
Asa was the third king of Judah who ruled for 41 years (around 911-870 BC) and was generally considered a good king who sought to follow God. The 'city of David' refers to Jerusalem, specifically the original fortress area where King David established his capital. Royal succession from father to son was the normal pattern for the Davidic dynasty in Judah.
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