Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Ahaziah son of Ahab became king of Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and he reigned over Israel two years. New Living Translation Ahaziah son of Ahab began to rule over Israel in the seventeenth year of King Jehoshaphat’s reign in Judah. He reigned in Samaria two years. English Standard Version Ahaziah the son of Ahab began to reign over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and he reigned two years over Israel. Berean Standard Bible In the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat’s reign over Judah, Ahaziah son of Ahab became king of Israel, and he reigned in Samaria two years. Berean Literal Bible Ahaziah son of Ahab became king over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah. And he reigned over Israel two years. King James Bible Ahaziah the son of Ahab began to reign over Israel in Samaria the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and reigned two years over Israel. New King James Version Ahaziah the son of Ahab became king over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and reigned two years over Israel. New American Standard Bible Ahaziah the son of Ahab became king over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and he reigned over Israel for two years. NASB 1995 Ahaziah the son of Ahab became king over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and he reigned two years over Israel. NASB 1977 Ahaziah the son of Ahab became king over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and he reigned two years over Israel. Legacy Standard Bible Ahaziah the son of Ahab became king over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and he reigned two years over Israel. Amplified Bible Ahaziah the son of Ahab became king over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and he reigned over Israel for two years. Berean Annotated Bible In the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat’s (YHWH has judged) reign over Judah (praised), Ahaziah (YHWH holds) son of Ahab (father's brother) became king of Israel (he wrestles with God), and he reigned in Samaria (watch mountain) two years. Christian Standard Bible Ahaziah son of Ahab became king over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Judah’s King Jehoshaphat, and he reigned over Israel two years. Holman Christian Standard Bible Ahaziah son of Ahab became king over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Judah’s King Jehoshaphat and reigned over Israel two years. American Standard Version Ahaziah the son of Ahab began to reign over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and he reigned two years over Israel. Contemporary English Version Ahaziah son of Ahab became king of Israel in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat's rule in Judah, and he ruled two years from Samaria. English Revised Version Ahaziah the son of Ahab began to reign over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and he reigned two years over Israel. GOD'S WORD® Translation Ahaziah, son of Ahab, became king of Israel in Samaria during Jehoshaphat's seventeenth year as king of Judah. Ahaziah ruled Israel for two years. Good News Translation In the seventeenth year of the reign of King Jehoshaphat of Judah, Ahaziah son of Ahab became king of Israel, and he ruled in Samaria for two years. International Standard Version Ahab's son Ahaziah became king over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of King Jehoshaphat of Judah. He reigned for two years over Israel. NET Bible In the seventeenth year of King Jehoshaphat's reign over Judah, Ahab's son Ahaziah became king over Israel in Samaria. He ruled for two years over Israel. New Heart English Bible Ahaziah the son of Ahab began to reign over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and he reigned two years over Israel. Webster's Bible Translation Ahaziah the son of Ahab began to reign over Israel in Samaria the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and reigned two years over Israel. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleIn the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat’s reign over Judah, Ahaziah son of Ahab became king of Israel, and he reigned in Samaria two years. World English Bible Ahaziah the son of Ahab began to reign over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and he reigned two years over Israel. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAhaziah son of Ahab has reigned over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and reigns over Israel two years, Berean Literal Bible Ahaziah son of Ahab became king over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah. And he reigned over Israel two years. Young's Literal Translation Ahaziah son of Ahab hath reigned over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and reigneth over Israel two years, Smith's Literal Translation And Ahaziah son of Ahab reigned over Israel in Shomeron in the seventeenth year to Jehoshaphat king of Judah; and he will reign over Israel two years. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Ochozias the son of Achab began to reign over Israel in Samaria, in the seventeenth gear of Josaphat king of Juda, and he reigned over Israel two years, Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible Ahaziah, son of Ahab, became king over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat, king of Judah; he reigned two years over Israel. New Revised Standard Version Ahaziah son of Ahab began to reign over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of King Jehoshaphat of Judah; he reigned two years over Israel. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAhaziah the son of Ahab began to reign over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and he reigned two years over Israel. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Ekhazyah, son of Akhab, became king over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Yushaphat, King of Yehuda, and he reigned over Israel two years. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Ahaziah the son of Ahab began to reign over Israel in Samaria in the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and he reigned two years over Israel. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Ochozias son of Achaab reigned over Israel in Samaria: in the seventeenth year of Josaphat king of Juda, Ochozias son of Achaab reigned over Israel in Samaria two years. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Ahaziah Reigns in Israel51In the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat’s reign over Judah, Ahaziah son of Ahab became king of Israel, and he reigned in Samaria two years. 52And he did evil in the sight of the LORD and walked in the ways of his father and mother and of Jeroboam son of Nebat, who had caused Israel to sin.… Cross References In the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat’s reign over Judah, 2 Chronicles 20:31 So Jehoshaphat reigned over Judah. He was thirty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem twenty-five years. His mother’s name was Azubah daughter of Shilhi. 2 Kings 8:16 In the fifth year of the reign of Joram son of Ahab over Israel, Jehoram son of Jehoshaphat succeeded his father as king of Judah. 2 Chronicles 17:1 Asa’s son Jehoshaphat reigned in his place, and he strengthened himself against Israel. Ahaziah son of Ahab became king of Israel, 2 Kings 1:2 Now Ahaziah had fallen through the lattice of his upper room in Samaria and injured himself. So he sent messengers and instructed them: “Go inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron, whether I will recover from this injury.” 2 Chronicles 20:35 Later, Jehoshaphat king of Judah made an alliance with Ahaziah king of Israel, who acted wickedly. 2 Kings 1:18 As for the rest of the acts of Ahaziah, along with his accomplishments, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel? and he reigned in Samaria 2 Kings 1:3 But the angel of the LORD said to Elijah the Tishbite, “Go up to meet the messengers of the king of Samaria and ask them, ‘Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are on your way to inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron?’ 2 Kings 1:6 They replied, “A man came up to meet us and said, ‘Go back to the king who sent you and tell him that this is what the LORD says: Is it because there is no God in Israel that you are sending these men to inquire of Baal-zebub, the god of Ekron? Therefore you will not get up from the bed on which you are lying. You will surely die.’” 2 Kings 3:1 In the eighteenth year of Jehoshaphat’s reign over Judah, Jehoram son of Ahab became king of Israel, and he reigned in Samaria twelve years. two years. 2 Kings 15:23 In the fiftieth year of Azariah’s reign over Judah, Pekahiah son of Menahem became king of Israel and reigned in Samaria two years. 1 Kings 15:25 In the second year of Asa’s reign over Judah, Nadab son of Jeroboam became king of Israel, and he reigned two years. 1 Kings 16:8 In the twenty-sixth year of Asa’s reign over Judah, Elah son of Baasha became king of Israel, and he reigned in Tirzah two years. 2 Kings 1:17 So Ahaziah died according to the word of the LORD that Elijah had spoken. And since he had no son, Jehoram succeeded him in the second year of the reign of Jehoram son of Jehoshaphat over Judah. 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?” 2 Kings 10:18-28 Then Jehu brought all the people together and said, “Ahab served Baal a little, but Jehu will serve him a lot. / Now, therefore, summon to me all the prophets of Baal, all his servants, and all his priests. See that no one is missing, for I have a great sacrifice for Baal. Whoever is missing will not live.” But Jehu was acting deceptively in order to destroy the servants of Baal. / And Jehu commanded, “Proclaim a solemn assembly for Baal.” So they announced it. … 2 Kings 17:16-18 They abandoned all the commandments of the LORD their God and made for themselves two cast idols of calves and an Asherah pole. They bowed down to all the host of heaven and served Baal. / They sacrificed their sons and daughters in the fire and practiced divination and soothsaying. They devoted themselves to doing evil in the sight of the LORD, provoking Him to anger. / So the LORD was very angry with Israel, and He removed them from His presence. Only the tribe of Judah remained, Treasury of Scripture Ahaziah the son of Ahab began to reign over Israel in Samaria the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and reigned two years over Israel. A. 1 Kings 22:40 So Ahab slept with his fathers; and Ahaziah his son reigned in his stead. two years 1 Kings 15:25 And Nadab the son of Jeroboam began to reign over Israel in the second year of Asa king of Judah, and reigned over Israel two years. 2 Kings 1:17 So he died according to the word of the LORD which Elijah had spoken. And Jehoram reigned in his stead in the second year of Jehoram the son of Jehoshaphat king of Judah; because he had no son. Jump to Previous Ahab Ahaziah Ahazi'ah Israel Jehoshaphat Jehosh'aphat Judah Reign Reigned Rule Samaria Sama'ria SeventeenthJump to Next Ahab Ahaziah Ahazi'ah Israel Jehoshaphat Jehosh'aphat Judah Reign Reigned Rule Samaria Sama'ria Seventeenth1 Kings 22 1. Ahab, seduced by false prophets, by Michaiah's word, is slain at Ramoth Gilead37. The dogs lick up his blood, and Ahaziah succeeds him 41. Jehoshaphat's good reign 45. His acts 46. Jehoram succeeds him 51. Ahaziah's evil reign In the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat’s reign over Judah Jehoshaphat was a king of Judah known for his efforts to follow the ways of the Lord, unlike many of the kings of Israel. His reign is marked by religious reforms and a commitment to the worship of Yahweh. The seventeenth year of his reign provides a chronological marker that helps to synchronize the timelines of the kingdoms of Israel and Judah. This period was characterized by relative peace and prosperity in Judah, contrasting with the turmoil in Israel. Ahaziah son of Ahab became king of Israel and he reigned in Samaria two years Persons / Places / Events 1. AhaziahThe son of Ahab and Jezebel, Ahaziah became king of Israel. His reign is noted for continuing the idolatrous practices of his parents, which led Israel further away from God. 2. Ahab The father of Ahaziah, Ahab was a king of Israel known for his wickedness and idolatry, particularly his worship of Baal, influenced by his wife Jezebel. 3. Jehoshaphat The king of Judah during Ahaziah's reign in Israel. Jehoshaphat is often remembered for his efforts to follow God and his attempts to bring reform to Judah. 4. Samaria The capital of the Northern Kingdom of Israel, where Ahaziah reigned. It was a center of political and religious activity, often associated with idolatry during this period. 5. Reign of Two Years Ahaziah's short reign is significant as it reflects the instability and judgment upon the house of Ahab due to their continued disobedience to God. Teaching Points The Consequences of IdolatryAhaziah's reign serves as a reminder of the destructive path of idolatry. His short rule and the judgment upon his family illustrate the consequences of turning away from God. Leadership and Influence The influence of Ahab and Jezebel on Ahaziah underscores the importance of godly leadership and the impact it can have on future generations. The Importance of Godly Alliances Jehoshaphat's alliance with Ahaziah, despite his own faithfulness, shows the potential pitfalls of forming partnerships with those who do not share a commitment to God. The Brevity of Life and Leadership Ahaziah's two-year reign is a stark reminder of the fleeting nature of life and leadership, urging us to make the most of our time by living in obedience to God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 22:51?2. How does Ahaziah's reign reflect the consequences of departing from God's commandments? 3. What lessons can we learn from Ahaziah's actions in 1 Kings 22:51? 4. How does Ahaziah's reign compare to his father's, Ahab, in 1 Kings? 5. What scriptural connections highlight the importance of following God's will over man's? 6. How can we apply Ahaziah's story to our leadership and decision-making today? 7. What is the significance of Ahaziah's reign in 1 Kings 22:51 for Israel's history? 8. How does Ahaziah's rule reflect the spiritual state of Israel in 1 Kings 22:51? 9. Why is Ahaziah's lineage important in understanding 1 Kings 22:51? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 22? 11. Who was Micaiah in the Bible? 12. In 2 Kings 1:4, what historical proof exists, if any, to validate Elijah’s prophecy regarding Ahaziah’s death and the timing of his fall? 13. In 1 Kings 22:43, why does the text imply Jehoshaphat removed high places when 2 Chronicles 20:33 suggests otherwise? 14. How old was Ahaziah when he began to rule over Jerusalem? Twenty-two (2 Kings 8:26) Forty-two (2 Chronicles 22:2) What Does 1 Kings 22:51 Mean In the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat’s reign over Judah• Jehoshaphat’s seventeenth year places the scene around 853 BC, grounding the verse in verifiable history (2 Chronicles 20:31–32). • Judah and Israel each kept separate calendars; the writer locks the timeline to Judah’s king so readers can track God’s unfolding plan (1 Kings 15:23–24). • Jehoshaphat was a godly ruler who “walked in the way of his father Asa” (1 Kings 22:43), reminding us that righteous leadership can exist alongside ungodly northern kings. Ahaziah son of Ahab became king of Israel • Ahaziah inherits the throne after Ahab’s death in battle (1 Kings 22:35–40). • His lineage ties him to Ahab and Jezebel, infamous for Baal worship (1 Kings 16:30–33). Their legacy foreshadows Ahaziah’s own rebellion against the LORD (2 Kings 1:2–4). • The transfer of power shows God’s patience: despite repeated warnings through Elijah (1 Kings 21:17–29), the dynasty continues briefly, highlighting divine mercy before judgment. and he reigned in Samaria two years • Samaria, the political hub of Israel since Omri (1 Kings 16:24), is again the stage for apostasy. • A mere two-year reign (about 852–851 BC) underscores the brevity of wicked rule when God’s judgment is at hand (Job 20:4–7; Psalm 37:35–36). • Short reigns were characteristic of Israel’s instability (1 Kings 16:8–10; 2 Kings 15:23–26), contrasting with Judah’s longer, often more stable dynasties under God-fearing kings. summary 1 Kings 22:51 is more than a date stamp; it highlights God’s meticulous oversight of history. In a single sentence, Scripture contrasts faithful Judah under Jehoshaphat with rebellious Israel under Ahaziah, sets the stage for coming judgment, and reminds us that every reign—no matter how brief—is weighed by the LORD. (51) Ahaziah.--In this short reign the influence of Jezebel, evidently in abeyance in the last days of Ahab, revives; and the idolatry of Baal resumes its place side by side with the older idolatry of Jeroboam, and (see 2Kings 1:2) with the worship of the Canaanitish Baalzebub.Verse 51. - Ahaziah the son of Ahab began to reign over Israel in Samaria the seventeenth year of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, and reigned two years over Israel. [Parts of two years; 2 Kings 3:1; and of 2 Kings 1:17 and 2 Kings 8:16. It is suggested that Jehoram was associated with his father in the government of Judah from the date of the expedition against Ramoth-Gilead, and this is not improbable. But it has been already remarked that these chronological notices appear to have undergone a revision which has sometimes resulted in confusion.]Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew In the seventeenthשְׁבַ֣ע (šə·ḇa‘) Number - feminine singular construct Strong's 7651: Seven, seven times, a week, an indefinite number year בִּשְׁנַת֙ (biš·naṯ) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 8141: A year of Jehoshaphat's לִיהוֹשָׁפָ֖ט (lî·hō·wō·šā·p̄āṭ) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3092: Jehoshaphat -- 'the LORD has judged', the name of a number of Israelites reign מֶ֣לֶךְ (me·leḵ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4428: A king over Judah, יְהוּדָ֑ה (yə·hū·ḏāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3063: Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites Ahaziah אֲחַזְיָ֣הוּ (’ă·ḥaz·yā·hū) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 274: Ahaziah -- 'Yah has grasped', the name of several Israelites son בֶן־ (ḇen-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Ahab אַחְאָ֗ב (’aḥ·’āḇ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 256: Ahab -- 'father's brother', a king of Israel, also a false prophet became king מָלַ֤ךְ (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 of עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against Israel, יִשְׂרָאֵל֙ (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc and he reigned וַיִּמְלֹ֥ךְ (way·yim·lōḵ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 4427: To reign, inceptively, to ascend the throne, to induct into royalty, to take counsel in Samaria בְּשֹׁ֣מְר֔וֹן (bə·šō·mə·rō·wn) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 8111: Samaria -- capital of northern kingdom of Israel two years. שְׁנָתָֽיִם׃ (šə·nā·ṯā·yim) Noun - fd Strong's 8141: A year Links 1 Kings 22:51 NIV1 Kings 22:51 NLT 1 Kings 22:51 ESV 1 Kings 22:51 NASB 1 Kings 22:51 KJV 1 Kings 22:51 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 22:51 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 22:51 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 22:51 French Bible 1 Kings 22:51 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 22:51 Ahaziah the son of Ahab began (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |
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