KJV ORIGINAL
And Jotham slept with his fathers, and was buried with his fathers in the city of David his father: and Ahaz his son reigned in his stead.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And Jotham died and was buried with his ancestors in the city of David, his forefather. His son Ahaz became king after him.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse records the death of King Jotham of Judah and the succession of his son Ahaz to the throne.
📚 Historical Context
Jotham was king of Judah from about 750-735 BC during a time of relative prosperity and stability. The phrase 'slept with his fathers' was a common Hebrew expression for death, and being buried 'in the city of David' indicated burial in the royal cemetery in Jerusalem. This verse marks the transition from Jotham's generally faithful reign to that of his son Ahaz, who would prove to be one of Judah's most unfaithful kings.
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