Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version There was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel throughout their reigns. New Living Translation There was constant war between King Asa of Judah and King Baasha of Israel. English Standard Version And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days. Berean Standard Bible And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel throughout their days. King James Bible And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days. New King James Version And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days. New American Standard Bible And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days. NASB 1995 There was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days. NASB 1977 And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days. Legacy Standard Bible Now there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days. Amplified Bible There was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days. Christian Standard Bible There was war between Asa and King Baasha of Israel throughout their reigns. Holman Christian Standard Bible There was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel throughout their reigns. American Standard Version And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days. Contemporary English Version King Asa of Judah and King Baasha of Israel were always at war. English Revised Version And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days. GOD'S WORD® Translation There was war between Asa and Baasha as long as they lived. Good News Translation King Asa of Judah and King Baasha of Israel were constantly at war with each other as long as they were in power. International Standard Version Meanwhile, a state of war continued to exist between Asa and Baasha king of Israel, throughout their reigns. Majority Standard Bible And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel throughout their days. NET Bible Asa and King Nadab of Israel were continually at war with each other. New Heart English Bible There was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days. Webster's Bible Translation And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days. World English Bible There was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd there has been war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel [for] all their days. Young's Literal Translation And war hath been between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days. Smith's Literal Translation And war was between Asa and between Baasha king of Israel, all their days. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd there was war between Asa and Baasa the king of Israel all their days. Catholic Public Domain Version And there was war between Asa and Baasha, the king of Israel, during all their days. New American Bible There was war between Asa and Baasha, king of Israel, all their days. New Revised Standard Version There was war between Asa and King Baasha of Israel all their days. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd there was war between Baasha and Asa the king of Judah all their days. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And there was war between Baasha and Asa King of Yehuda all their days. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And there was war between Asa and Baasa king of Israel all their days. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Nadab's Wicked Reign in Israel…31As for the rest of the acts of Nadab, along with all his accomplishments, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel? 32And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel throughout their days. Cross References 1 Kings 14:30 There was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam throughout their days. 1 Kings 16:21-22 At that time the people of Israel were divided: Half of the people supported Tibni son of Ginath as king, and half supported Omri. / But the followers of Omri proved stronger than those of Tibni son of Ginath. So Tibni died and Omri became king. 2 Chronicles 13:2 and he reigned in Jerusalem three years. His mother’s name was Micaiah daughter of Uriel; she was from Gibeah. And there was war between Abijah and Jeroboam. 2 Chronicles 16:1 In the thirty-sixth year of Asa’s reign, Baasha king of Israel went up against Judah and fortified Ramah to prevent anyone from leaving or entering the territory of Asa king of Judah. 1 Kings 12:19 So to this day Israel has been in rebellion against the house of David. 1 Kings 15:6 And there was war between the houses of Rehoboam and Jeroboam all the days of Abijam’s life. 2 Chronicles 15:19 And there was no war until the thirty-fifth year of Asa’s reign. 2 Chronicles 14:1 Then Abijah rested with his fathers and was buried in the City of David. And his son Asa reigned in his place, and in his days the land was at peace for ten years. 1 Kings 15:16 Now there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel throughout their days. 2 Chronicles 13:17 Then Abijah and his people struck them with a mighty blow, and 500,000 chosen men of Israel fell slain. 1 Kings 12:24 that this is what the LORD says: ‘You are not to go up and fight against your brothers, the Israelites. Each of you must return home, for this is My doing.’” So they listened to the word of the LORD and turned back according to the word of the LORD. 2 Chronicles 12:15 Now the acts of Rehoboam, from first to last, are they not written in the records of Shemaiah the Prophet and of Iddo the Seer concerning the genealogies? There was war between Rehoboam and Jeroboam throughout their days. 2 Chronicles 16:9 For the eyes of the LORD roam to and fro over all the earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose hearts are fully devoted to Him. You have acted foolishly in this matter. From now on, therefore, you will be at war.” 1 Kings 11:11 Then the LORD said to Solomon, “Because you have done this and have not kept My covenant and My statutes, which I have commanded you, I will tear the kingdom away from you and give it to your servant. 1 Kings 11:31 and said to Jeroboam, “Take ten pieces for yourself, for this is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: ‘Behold, I will tear the kingdom out of the hand of Solomon, and I will give you ten tribes. Treasury of Scripture And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days. A. 2 Chronicles 15:19 And there was no more war unto the five and thirtieth year of the reign of Asa. 2 Chronicles 16:1 In the six and thirtieth year of the reign of Asa Baasha king of Israel came up against Judah, and built Ramah, to the intent that he might let none go out or come in to Asa king of Judah. 1 Kings 16:8,9 In the twenty and sixth year of Asa king of Judah began Elah the son of Baasha to reign over Israel in Tirzah, two years… Jump to Previous Asa Baasa Baasha Ba'asha Israel Reigns Throughout WarJump to Next Asa Baasa Baasha Ba'asha Israel Reigns Throughout War1 Kings 15 1. Abijam's wicked reign7. Asa succeeds him 9. Asa's good reign 16. The war between Baasha and him causes him to make a league with Ben-Hadad 23. Jehoshaphat succeeds Asa 25. Nadab's wicked reign 27. Baasha conspiring against him, executes Ahijah's prophecy 31. Nadab's acts and death 33. Baasha's wicked reign And there was war The ongoing conflict between Asa, king of Judah, and Baasha, king of Israel, reflects the divided nature of the Israelite kingdom after Solomon's reign. This period was marked by frequent hostilities, as the northern kingdom of Israel and the southern kingdom of Judah often found themselves at odds. The term "war" here indicates not just isolated battles but a prolonged state of hostility and tension. between Asa and Baasha king of Israel throughout their days Persons / Places / Events 1. AsaAsa was the king of Judah, known for his religious reforms and efforts to rid Judah of idolatry. He is often remembered for his commitment to the Lord, although his reign was not without its challenges and conflicts. 2. Baasha Baasha was the king of Israel who came to power by overthrowing the previous king, Nadab. His reign was marked by conflict with Judah, particularly with King Asa. 3. Israel The northern kingdom, distinct from Judah, often in conflict with its southern neighbor. Under Baasha's rule, Israel was characterized by political instability and idolatry. 4. Judah The southern kingdom, ruled by Asa during this period. Judah was often more faithful to the worship of Yahweh compared to Israel, though it too faced periods of spiritual decline. 5. War The ongoing conflict between Asa and Baasha represents the broader division and strife between the kingdoms of Israel and Judah, highlighting the political and spiritual turmoil of the time. Teaching Points The Consequences of DivisionThe ongoing war between Asa and Baasha serves as a reminder of the destructive nature of division and conflict. In our lives, unresolved conflicts can lead to long-term strife and hinder our spiritual growth. Leadership and Accountability Both Asa and Baasha were leaders whose actions had significant impacts on their nations. This highlights the importance of godly leadership and the accountability leaders have before God. Reliance on God vs. Human Alliances Asa's reign shows the contrast between relying on God and relying on human alliances. Initially, Asa trusted in God, but later he sought help from foreign powers, which serves as a cautionary tale about where we place our trust. The Importance of Spiritual Reforms Asa's efforts to reform Judah and rid it of idolatry underscore the importance of spiritual renewal and commitment to God's ways in our personal lives and communities.Verse 32. - And there was war between Asa and Baasha king of Israel all their days. [Verbatim as ver. 16, where see note. Several commentators suggest that this latter statement was copied from the chronicles of Israel, and that of ver. 16 from those of Judah. It is held by others, however, that for Baasha we should here read Nadab, and in favour of this view is the fact that the reign of Nadab is still under consideration, the history of Baasha only beginning with the following verse.] Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew And there wasהָיְתָ֜ה (hā·yə·ṯāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be war וּמִלְחָמָ֨ה (ū·mil·ḥā·māh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4421: A battle, war between בֵּ֣ין (bên) Preposition Strong's 996: An interval, space between Asa אָסָ֗א (’ā·sā) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 609: Asa -- perhaps 'healer', an Israelite name and Baasha בַּעְשָׁ֥א (ba‘·šā) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1201: Baasha -- a king of Israel king מֶֽלֶךְ־ (me·leḵ-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4428: A king of Israel יִשְׂרָאֵ֖ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc throughout כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every their days. יְמֵיהֶֽם׃ (yə·mê·hem) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 3117: A day Links 1 Kings 15:32 NIV1 Kings 15:32 NLT 1 Kings 15:32 ESV 1 Kings 15:32 NASB 1 Kings 15:32 KJV 1 Kings 15:32 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 15:32 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 15:32 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 15:32 French Bible 1 Kings 15:32 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 15:32 There was war between Asa and Baasha (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |