KJV ORIGINAL
So Azariah slept with his fathers; and they buried him with his fathers in the city of David: and Jotham his son reigned in his stead.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
So Azariah died and was buried with his ancestors in the city of David, and his son Jotham became king after him.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse records the death of King Azariah and the peaceful transfer of power to his son Jotham.
📚 Historical Context
Azariah (also called Uzziah) was king of Judah for 52 years during the 8th century BC, making him one of the longest-reigning monarchs. The 'city of David' refers to the original part of Jerusalem where royal burials traditionally took place. This follows the typical pattern of succession in the Davidic dynasty, where the throne passed from father to son.
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