And Jehoash slept with his fathers, and was buried in Samaria with the kings of Israel; and Jeroboam his son reigned in his stead.
And Jehoash died and was buried in Samaria with the other kings of Israel; and his son Jeroboam became king after him.
This verse records the death of King Jehoash and the succession of his son Jeroboam to the throne of Israel.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context of 2 Kings, Jehoash was a king of the northern kingdom of Israel who reigned during a period of political turmoil and military conflicts, including wars with Judah under King Amaziah. This verse marks the end of his 16-year reign, using the phrase "slept with his fathers" as a common ancient Near Eastern euphemism for death, and notes his burial in Samaria, the capital city, alongside other Israelite kings, signifying the continuity of royal lineage. It reflects the broader biblical narrative of the divided kingdom's instability, where rulers often succeeded one another amid cycles of sin and divine judgment.
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