Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version In the twenty-seventh year of Asa king of Judah, Zimri reigned in Tirzah seven days. The army was encamped near Gibbethon, a Philistine town. New Living Translation Zimri began to rule over Israel in the twenty-seventh year of King Asa’s reign in Judah, but his reign in Tirzah lasted only seven days. The army of Israel was then attacking the Philistine town of Gibbethon. English Standard Version In the twenty-seventh year of Asa king of Judah, Zimri reigned seven days in Tirzah. Now the troops were encamped against Gibbethon, which belonged to the Philistines, Berean Standard Bible In the twenty-seventh year of Asa’s reign over Judah, Zimri reigned in Tirzah for seven days. Now the troops were encamped against Gibbethon of the Philistines, Berean Literal Bible In the twentieth year and seventh year of Asa king of Judah, Zimri had reigned seven days in Tirzah, and the people were encamped against Gibbethon, which was to the Philistines. King James Bible In the twenty and seventh year of Asa king of Judah did Zimri reign seven days in Tirzah. And the people were encamped against Gibbethon, which belonged to the Philistines. New King James Version In the twenty-seventh year of Asa king of Judah, Zimri had reigned in Tirzah seven days. And the people were encamped against Gibbethon, which belonged to the Philistines. New American Standard Bible In the twenty-seventh year of Asa king of Judah, Zimri reigned for seven days in Tirzah. Now the people were camped against Gibbethon, which belonged to the Philistines. NASB 1995 In the twenty-seventh year of Asa king of Judah, Zimri reigned seven days at Tirzah. Now the people were camped against Gibbethon, which belonged to the Philistines. NASB 1977 In the twenty-seventh year of Asa king of Judah, Zimri reigned seven days at Tirzah. Now the people were camped against Gibbethon, which belonged to the Philistines. Legacy Standard Bible In the twenty-seventh year of Asa king of Judah, Zimri reigned seven days at Tirzah. Now the people were camped against Gibbethon, which belonged to the Philistines. Amplified Bible In the twenty-seventh year of Asa king of Judah, Zimri reigned [over Israel] for seven days at Tirzah. Now the troops were camped against Gibbethon, [a city] which belonged to the Philistines, Berean Annotated Bible In the twenty-seventh year of Asa’s (healer) reign over Judah (praised), Zimri (my music) reigned in Tirzah (favorable) for seven days. Now the troops were encamped against Gibbethon (mound) of the Philistines (immigrants), Christian Standard Bible In the twenty-seventh year of Judah’s King Asa, Zimri became king for seven days in Tirzah. Now the troops were encamped against Gibbethon of the Philistines. Holman Christian Standard Bible In the twenty-seventh year of Judah’s King Asa, Zimri became king for seven days in Tirzah. Now the troops were encamped against Gibbethon of the Philistines. American Standard Version In the twenty and seventh year of Asa king of Judah did Zimri reign seven days in Tirzah. Now the people were encamped against Gibbethon, which belonged to the Philistines. English Revised Version In the twenty and seventh year of Asa king of Judah did Zimri reign seven days in Tirzah. Now the people were encamped against Gibbethon, which belonged to the Philistines. GOD'S WORD® Translation In Asa's twenty-seventh year as Judah's king, Zimri ruled for seven days in Tirzah while the army was camped near the Philistine city of Gibbethon. Good News Translation In the twenty-seventh year of the reign of King Asa of Judah, Zimri ruled in Tirzah over Israel for seven days. The Israelite troops were besieging the city of Gibbethon in Philistia, International Standard Version Zimri reigned for seven days at Tirzah during the twenty-seventh year of the reign of King Asa of Judah. At that time, the army was encamped in a siege against Gibbethon of Philistia. NET Bible In the twenty-seventh year of Asa's reign over Judah, Zimri became king over Israel; he ruled for seven days in Tirzah. Zimri's revolt took place while the army was deployed in Gibbethon, which was in Philistine territory. New Heart English Bible In the twenty-seventh year of Asa king of Judah, Zimri reigned seven days in Tirzah. Now the people were camped against Gibbethon, which belonged to the Philistines. Webster's Bible Translation In the twenty and seventh year of Asa king of Judah did Zimri reign seven days in Tirzah. And the people were encamped against Gibbethon, which belonged to the Philistines. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleIn the twenty-seventh year of Asa’s reign over Judah, Zimri reigned in Tirzah for seven days. Now the troops were encamped against Gibbethon of the Philistines, World English Bible In the twenty-seventh year of Asa king of Judah, Zimri reigned seven days in Tirzah. Now the people were encamped against Gibbethon, which belonged to the Philistines. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionIn the twenty-seventh year of Asa king of Judah, Zimri has reigned seven days in Tirzah; and the people are encamping against Gibbethon, which [belonged] to the Philistines; Berean Literal Bible In the twentieth year and seventh year of Asa king of Judah, Zimri had reigned seven days in Tirzah, and the people were encamped against Gibbethon, which was to the Philistines. Young's Literal Translation In the twenty and seventh year of Asa king of Judah, reigned hath Zimri seven days in Tirzah; and the people are encamping against Gibbethon, which is to the Philistines; Smith's Literal Translation In the twenty and seventh year, the year to Asa king of Judah, Zimri reigned seven days in Tirzah. And the people encamping in Gibbethon, which was to the rovers. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleIn the seven and twentieth year of Asa king of Juda, Zambri reigned seven days in Thersa: now the army was besieging Gebbethon a city of the Philistines. Catholic Public Domain Version In the twenty-seventh year of Asa, the king of Judah, Zimri reigned for seven days in Tirzah. For the army was besieging Gibbethon, a city of the Philistines. New American Bible In the twenty-seventh year of Asa, king of Judah, Zimri became king for seven days in Tirzah. The army was encamped at Gibbethon of the Philistines New Revised Standard Version In the twenty-seventh year of King Asa of Judah, Zimri reigned seven days in Tirzah. Now the troops were encamped against Gibbethon, which belonged to the Philistines, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleIn the twenty-seventh year of Asa king of Judah, Zimri reigned seven days in Tirzah. And the people were encamped against Gath, which belonged to the Philistines. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated In the twentyseventh year of Asa, King of Yehuda, Zemri reigned seven days in Terzah. And the people were encamping against Gath of the Philistines OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917In the twenty and seventh year of Asa king of Judah did Zimri reign seven days in Tirzah. Now the people were encamped against Gibbethon, which belonged to the Philistines. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Zambri reigned in Thersa seven days: and the army of Israel was encamped against Gabathon of the Philistines. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Zimri Reigns in Israel15In the twenty-seventh year of Asa’s reign over Judah, Zimri reigned in Tirzah for seven days. Now the troops were encamped against Gibbethon of the Philistines, 16and the people in the camp heard that Zimri had not only conspired but had also struck down the king. So there in the camp that very day, all Israel proclaimed Omri, the commander of the army, king over Israel.… Cross References In the twenty-seventh year of Asa’s reign over Judah, 1 Kings 15:10 and he reigned in Jerusalem forty-one years. His grandmother’s name was Maacah daughter of Abishalom. 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. 2 Chronicles 15:19 And there was no war until the thirty-fifth year of Asa’s reign. Zimri reigned in Tirzah for seven days. 1 Kings 15:33 In the third year of Asa’s reign over Judah, Baasha son of Ahijah became king of all Israel, and he reigned in Tirzah twenty-four years. 1 Kings 15:21 When Baasha learned of this, he stopped fortifying Ramah and withdrew to Tirzah. 2 Kings 15:13-15 In the thirty-ninth year of Uzziah’s reign over Judah, Shallum son of Jabesh became king, and he reigned in Samaria one full month. / Then Menahem son of Gadi went up from Tirzah to Samaria, struck down and killed Shallum son of Jabesh, and reigned in his place. / As for the rest of the acts of Shallum, along with the conspiracy he led, they are indeed written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel. Now the troops were encamped against Gibbethon of the Philistines, 1 Kings 15:27 Then Baasha son of Ahijah of the house of Issachar conspired against Nadab, and Baasha struck him down at Gibbethon of the Philistines while Nadab and all Israel were besieging the city. Joshua 19:44 Eltekeh, Gibbethon, Baalath, Joshua 21:23 From the tribe of Dan they were given Elteke, Gibbethon, 2 Kings 9:31 And as Jehu entered the gate, she asked, “Have you come in peace, O Zimri, murderer of your master?” 2 Kings 9:6-10 So Jehu got up and went into the house, where the young prophet poured the oil on his head and declared, “This is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: ‘I anoint you king over the LORD’s people Israel. / And you are to strike down the house of your master Ahab, so that I may avenge the blood of My servants the prophets and the blood of all the servants of the LORD shed by the hand of Jezebel. / The whole house of Ahab will perish, and I will cut off from Ahab every male, both slave and free, in Israel. … 2 Kings 10:17 When Jehu came to Samaria, he struck down everyone belonging to Ahab who remained there, until he had destroyed them, according to the word that the LORD had spoken to Elijah. 2 Kings 15:10-12 Then Shallum son of Jabesh conspired against Zechariah, struck him down and killed him in front of the people, and reigned in his place. / As for the rest of the acts of Zechariah, they are indeed written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel. / So the word of the LORD spoken to Jehu was fulfilled: “Four generations of your sons will sit on the throne of Israel.” 1 Kings 14:10-11 Because of all this, behold, I am bringing disaster on the house of Jeroboam: I will cut off from Jeroboam every male, both slave and free, in Israel; I will burn up the house of Jeroboam as one burns up dung until it is gone! / Anyone belonging to Jeroboam who dies in the city will be eaten by dogs, and anyone who dies in the field will be eaten by the birds of the air.’ For the LORD has spoken. 2 Kings 9:22 When Joram saw Jehu, he asked, “Have you come in peace, Jehu?” “How can there be peace,” he replied, “as long as the idolatry and witchcraft of your mother Jezebel abound?” 1 Kings 21:21-24 This is what the LORD says: ‘I will bring calamity on you and consume your descendants; I will cut off from Ahab every male in Israel, both slave and free. / I will make your house like that of Jeroboam son of Nebat and like that of Baasha son of Ahijah, because you have provoked My anger and caused Israel to sin.’ / And the LORD also speaks concerning Jezebel: ‘The dogs will devour Jezebel by the wall of Jezreel.’ … Treasury of Scripture In the twenty and seventh year of Asa king of Judah did Zimri reign seven days in Tirzah. And the people were encamped against Gibbethon, which belonged to the Philistines. seven 1 Kings 16:8 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. 2 Kings 9:31 And as Jehu entered in at the gate, she said, Had Zimri peace, who slew his master? Job 20:5 That the triumphing of the wicked is short, and the joy of the hypocrite but for a moment? And the people were encamped 1 Kings 15:27 And Baasha the son of Ahijah, of the house of Issachar, conspired against him; and Baasha smote him at Gibbethon, which belonged to the Philistines; for Nadab and all Israel laid siege to Gibbethon. Joshua 19:44 And Eltekeh, and Gibbethon, and Baalath, Joshua 21:23 And out of the tribe of Dan, Eltekeh with her suburbs, Gibbethon with her suburbs, Jump to Previous Army Asa Attacking Belonged Camped Encamped Encamping Gibbethon Gib'bethon Judah Philistine Philistines Reign Reigned Seven Seventh Tirzah Troops Twenty Twenty-Seventh ZimriJump to Next Army Asa Attacking Belonged Camped Encamped Encamping Gibbethon Gib'bethon Judah Philistine Philistines Reign Reigned Seven Seventh Tirzah Troops Twenty Twenty-Seventh Zimri1 Kings 16 1. Jehu's prophecy against Baasha5. Elah succeeds him 8. Zimri, conspiring against Elah, succeeds him 11. Zimri executes Jehu's prophecy 15. Omri, made king by the soldiers, forces Zimri desperately to burn himself 21. The kingdom being divided, Omri prevails against Tibni 23. Omri builds Samaria 25. His wicked reign 27. Ahab succeeds him 29. Ahab's most wicked reign 34. Joshua's curse upon Hiel the builder of Jericho In the twenty-seventh year of Asa’s reign over Judah This phrase situates the events within the broader timeline of the divided monarchy, where Asa was the king of Judah, the southern kingdom. Asa's reign is noted for his religious reforms and efforts to rid Judah of idolatry, as seen in 1 Kings 15:11-15. His reign provides a contrast to the instability and idolatry in the northern kingdom of Israel, where Zimri's brief rule occurs. Asa's long reign of 41 years (1 Kings 15:10) underscores the relative stability in Judah compared to the frequent changes in leadership in Israel. Zimri reigned in Tirzah for seven days Now the troops were encamped against Gibbethon of the Philistines Persons / Places / Events 1. ZimriA commander in the army of Israel who conspired against and assassinated King Elah, becoming king himself for a brief period of seven days. 2. Asa The king of Judah during this time, known for his long reign and efforts to reform Judah and bring the people back to the worship of Yahweh. 3. Tirzah The capital of the northern kingdom of Israel at this time, where Zimri reigned briefly. 4. Gibbethon A city that belonged to the Philistines, where the Israelite troops were encamped during Zimri's short reign. 5. Philistines A neighboring people often in conflict with Israel, representing a constant threat and challenge to Israel's security and faithfulness to God. Teaching Points The Consequences of Sinful AmbitionZimri's ambition led him to murder and seize power, but his reign was short-lived. This illustrates the futility and destructiveness of seeking power through sinful means. The Importance of Godly Leadership The chaos in Israel during this period highlights the need for leaders who seek God's will and lead with integrity, contrasting with Asa's more stable reign in Judah. The Sovereignty of God in History Despite human schemes and the apparent chaos, God's sovereign plan unfolds. Zimri's brief reign was part of God's judgment on the house of Baasha, fulfilling prophecy. The Impact of National Sin The instability in Israel serves as a warning of how national sin and idolatry can lead to political and social turmoil. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 16:15?2. How does 1 Kings 16:15 illustrate the consequences of disobedience to God? 3. What leadership qualities are lacking in Zimri's seven-day reign? 4. How does Zimri's story connect to Proverbs 16:18 about pride and downfall? 5. What can we learn from Zimri's actions about seeking God's guidance in leadership? 6. How can we apply the lessons from Zimri's reign to modern Christian leadership? 7. What does 1 Kings 16:15 reveal about God's judgment on Israel's leadership? 8. How does Zimri's reign reflect the instability of Israel's monarchy in 1 Kings 16:15? 9. Why did God allow Zimri to become king for only seven days in 1 Kings 16:15? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 16? 11. (1 Kings 16:15–22) Are the conflicting timelines and sudden shifts of power consistent with other historical sources, or do they indicate a biblical exaggeration? 12. (1 Kings 16:8–10) Do historical or archaeological records support the brief yet tumultuous reign of Elah, which ended with Zimri’s coup? 13. Who was King Elah in the Bible? 14. Who was King Zimri in the Bible? What Does 1 Kings 16:15 Mean In the twenty-seventh year of Asa’s reign over Judah• This date anchors the story in the larger chronology of the divided kingdom. Asa’s long reign in Judah (1 Kings 15:9–24; 2 Chronicles 16:1–13) provided relative stability in the south while Israel in the north cycled through kings rapidly. • God’s Word presents history with precise time markers, underscoring that these events unfolded in real places and real years (Luke 3:1–2). • The contrast between Judah’s steady monarchy under Asa and Israel’s turbulence anticipates the judgment pronounced earlier on Jeroboam’s line (1 Kings 14:14–16). Zimri reigned in Tirzah for seven days • Zimri’s coup (1 Kings 16:9–10) and self-destruction (1 Kings 16:18) fulfilled the prophetic word against Baasha’s house (1 Kings 16:1–4, 12). • Seven days—barely a week—showcases the fragility of human power. Like the grass that “fades when the breath of the LORD blows on it” (Isaiah 40:7–8), ungodly leadership cannot stand. • Other brief reigns (e.g., Shallum’s one month in 2 Kings 15:13) highlight a pattern: when a nation rejects God, its rulers come and go with alarming speed (Proverbs 29:2). • Tirzah, once a royal residence for Jeroboam (1 Kings 14:17), becomes the backdrop for divine judgment, reminding us that no fortress or capital city can shield sin from accountability (Psalm 33:16–17). Now the troops were encamped against Gibbethon of the Philistines • Israel’s army was away besieging Gibbethon when Zimri struck, echoing Baasha’s earlier coup at the same city against Nadab (1 Kings 15:27). History repeats when hearts remain unchanged (Jeremiah 17:9). • Gibbethon had been assigned to the Levites (Joshua 21:23) but lay in Philistine hands—evidence of Israel’s incomplete obedience (Judges 1:19; 1 Samuel 13:19). Repeated conflict over the city exposes the lingering consequences of failing to drive out idolatry fully. • While soldiers fought an external enemy, internal rebellion erupted at home, illustrating that security problems often begin in the heart before they appear on the battlefield (James 4:1). • Omri, the army’s commander, quickly turned from besieging Philistines to besieging Tirzah (1 Kings 16:16–17), showing how easily national focus shifts when leaders pursue ambition over righteousness (Hosea 8:4). summary 1 Kings 16:15 compresses a dramatic week into one verse: during Asa’s twenty-seventh year, Zimri’s seven-day reign in Tirzah unfolded while Israel’s troops camped at Gibbethon. The precision of Scripture highlights God’s sovereign oversight, the brevity of ungodly power, and the dangers of incomplete obedience. The verse challenges readers to trust the Lord’s timings, pursue faithful leadership, and guard against both external and internal threats to covenant faithfulness. Verse 15. - In the twenty and seventh year of Asa king of Judah did Zimri reign [The same word elsewhere translated in A.V. began to reign. It is really an aorist = succeeded to the throne] seven days in Tirzah. And the people were encamped [Heb. encamping] against Gibbethon, which belonged to the Phistines. [It has at first sight a suspicious look that two kings of Israel, within an interval of about twenty-five years, should have been slain by conspirators during a siege of this place. But when the narrative is examined, its probability and consistency become at once apparent. Stanley assumes that the siege lasted over the whole of this period, but it is more likely that when Baasha found himself king, he discovered that he had domestic matters enough upon his hands, without a foreign war, and so he raised the siege. It is very probable that he feared opposition such as Zimri and Omri subsequently experienced. And his wars with Asa and with Syria may well have prevented his renewing the undertaking. On the accession of Elah, however, with the usual ambition and impetuosity of youth, it was decided to recommence the siege and to win this city back for Israel. But the fate of Nadab, and the consequent ill omen attaching to the place would not be forgotten, and this, as well as his voluptuous habits, may have deterred the faineant Elah from besieging it in person, while the conspiracy which marked the former siege may at the same time have suggested to Zimri and others the thought of conspiring against Elah.]Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew In the twenty-seventhעֶשְׂרִ֨ים (‘eś·rîm) Number - common plural Strong's 6242: Twenty, twentieth year בִּשְׁנַת֩ (biš·naṯ) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 8141: A year of Asa's לְאָסָא֙ (lə·’ā·sā) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 609: Asa -- perhaps 'healer', an Israelite name reign מֶ֣לֶךְ (me·leḵ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4428: A king over Judah, יְהוּדָ֔ה (yə·hū·ḏāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3063: Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites Zimri זִמְרִ֛י (zim·rî) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2174: Zimri -- four Israelites reigned מָלַ֥ךְ (mā·laḵ) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 4427: To reign, inceptively, to ascend the throne, to induct into royalty, to take counsel in Tirzah בְּתִרְצָ֑ה (bə·ṯir·ṣāh) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 8656: Tirzah -- daughter of Zelophehad, also a Canaanite city for seven שִׁבְעַ֥ת (šiḇ·‘aṯ) Number - masculine singular construct Strong's 7651: Seven, seven times, a week, an indefinite number days. יָמִ֖ים (yā·mîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3117: A day Now the troops וְהָעָ֣ם (wə·hā·‘ām) Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock were encamped חֹנִ֔ים (ḥō·nîm) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 2583: To incline, to decline, to pitch a, tent, gen, to encamp against עַֽל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against Gibbethon גִּבְּת֖וֹן (gib·bə·ṯō·wn) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 1405: Gibbethon -- 'mound', a city in Dan of the Philistines, לַפְּלִשְׁתִּֽים׃ (lap·pə·liš·tîm) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - proper - masculine plural Strong's 6430: Philistines -- inhabitants of Philistia Links 1 Kings 16:15 NIV1 Kings 16:15 NLT 1 Kings 16:15 ESV 1 Kings 16:15 NASB 1 Kings 16:15 KJV 1 Kings 16:15 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 16:15 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 16:15 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 16:15 French Bible 1 Kings 16:15 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 16:15 In the twenty-seventh year of Asa king (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |
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