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And Jeroboam died and was buried with his ancestors, along with the other kings of Israel; and his son Zachariah became king after him.
This verse records the death of King Jeroboam II and the succession of his son Zachariah to the throne of Israel.
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King James Version · EnglishAnd Jeroboam slept with his fathers, even with the kings of Israel; and Zachariah his son reigned in his stead.Ask the AI Assistant
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📚 Historical Context
In the historical books of the Bible, 2 Kings chronicles the succession of kings in ancient Israel and Judah, often highlighting their faithfulness or failures in relation to God's covenant. Jeroboam II was a king of the northern kingdom of Israel who reigned during a time of military victories and territorial expansion in the 8th century BC, as prophesied by Jonah, though the nation continued in idolatry. This verse simply records his death and the peaceful transition to his son Zachariah, illustrating the routine pattern of royal succession amid Israel's ongoing spiritual struggles.