New International Version Jotham was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem sixteen years. His mother’s name was Jerusha daughter of Zadok. New Living Translation Jotham was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem sixteen years. His mother was Jerusha, the daughter of Zadok. English Standard Version Jotham was twenty-five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Jerushah the daughter of Zadok. Berean Standard Bible Jotham was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem sixteen years. His mother’s name was Jerushah daughter of Zadok. Berean Literal Bible Jotham was a son of twenty-five years in his reigning, and sixteen years he reigned in Jerusalem. And the name of His mother was Jerushah daughter of Zadok. King James Bible Jotham was twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also was Jerushah, the daughter of Zadok. New King James Version Jotham was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Jerushah the daughter of Zadok. New American Standard Bible Jotham was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned for sixteen years in Jerusalem. And his mother’s name was Jerushah the daughter of Zadok. NASB 1995 Jotham was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. And his mother’s name was Jerushah the daughter of Zadok. NASB 1977 Jotham was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. And his mother’s name was Jerushah the daughter of Zadok. Legacy Standard Bible Jotham was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. And his mother’s name was Jerushah the daughter of Zadok. Amplified Bible Jotham was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned for sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Jerushah the daughter of Zadok. Berean Annotated Bible Jotham (YHWH is perfect) was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem (city of peace) sixteen years. His mother’s name was Jerushah (Jerusha) daughter of Zadok (righteous). Christian Standard Bible Jotham was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Jerushah daughter of Zadok. Holman Christian Standard Bible Jotham was 25 years old when he became king and reigned 16 years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Jerushah daughter of Zadok. American Standard Version Jotham was twenty and five years old when he began to reign; and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem: and his mother's name was Jerushah the daughter of Zadok. Contemporary English Version Jotham was 25 years old when he became king of Judah, and he ruled from Jerusalem for 16 years. Jerushah his mother was the daughter of Zadok. English Revised Version Jotham was twenty and five years old when he began to reign; and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem: and his mother's name was Jerushah the daughter of Zadok. GOD'S WORD® Translation Jotham was 25 years old when he began to rule. He ruled for 16 years in Jerusalem. His mother was Jerushah, daughter of Zadok. Good News Translation Jotham became king at the age of twenty-five, and he ruled in Jerusalem for sixteen years. His mother was Jerushah, the daughter of Zadok. International Standard Version Jotham was 25 years old when he began his reign, and he reigned for sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother was Zadok's daughter Jerusha. NET Bible Jotham was twenty-five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned for sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother was Jerusha the daughter of Zadok. New Heart English Bible Jotham was twenty-five years old when he began to reign; and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem: and his mother's name was Jerushah the daughter of Zadok. Webster's Bible Translation Jotham was twenty and five years old when he began to reign and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also was Jerushah, the daughter of Zadok. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleJotham was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem sixteen years. His mother’s name was Jerushah daughter of Zadok. World English Bible Jotham was twenty-five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Jerushah the daughter of Zadok. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionJotham [is] a son of twenty-five years in his reigning, and he has reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem, and the name of his mother [is] Jerushah daughter of Zadok. Berean Literal Bible Jotham was a son of twenty-five years in his reigning, and sixteen years he reigned in Jerusalem. And the name of His mother was Jerushah daughter of Zadok. Young's Literal Translation A son of twenty and five years is Jotham in his reigning, and sixteen years he hath reigned in Jerusalem, and the name of his mother is Jerushah daughter of Zadok. Smith's Literal Translation The son of twenty and five years was Jotham in his reigning, and sixteen years reigned he in Jerusalem. And his mother's name Jerushah, daughter of Zadok. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleJoatham was five and twenty years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem: the name of his mother was Jerusa the daughter of Sadoc. Catholic Public Domain Version Jotham was twenty-five years old when he had begun to reign, and he reigned for sixteen years in Jerusalem. The name of his mother was Jerusha, the daughter of Zadok. New American Bible Jotham was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Jerusha, daughter of Zadok. New Revised Standard Version Jotham was twenty-five years old when he began to reign; he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Jerushah daughter of Zadok. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleJOTHAM was twenty-five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother's name was Jerushah, the daughter of Zadok. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Yutham was a son of twenty and five years when he ascended in the kingdom, and sixteen years he reigned in Jerusalem, and the name of his mother: Yerusha, daughter of Tsadoq. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Jotham was twenty and five years old when he began to reign; and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem; and his mother's name was Jerushah the daughter of Zadok. Brenton Septuagint Translation Joatham was twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem: and his mother's name was Jerusa, daughter of Sadoc. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Jotham Reigns in Judah1Jotham was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem sixteen years. His mother’s name was Jerushah daughter of Zadok. 2And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, just as his father Uzziah had done. In addition, he did not enter the temple of the LORD. But the people still behaved corruptly.… Cross References Jotham was twenty-five years old when he became king, 2 Kings 15:33 He was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem sixteen years. His mother’s name was Jerusha daughter of Zadok. 2 Chronicles 26:21 So King Uzziah was a leper until the day of his death. He lived in isolation, leprous and cut off from the house of the LORD, while his son Jotham had charge of the royal palace and governed the people of the land. 2 Chronicles 26:23 And Uzziah rested with his fathers and was buried near them in a field of burial that belonged to the kings, for the people said, “He was a leper.” And his son Jotham reigned in his place. and he reigned in Jerusalem sixteen years. 2 Chronicles 28:1 Ahaz was twenty years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem sixteen years. And unlike David his father, he did not do what was right in the eyes of the LORD. 2 Kings 16:1 In the seventeenth year of Pekah son of Remaliah, Ahaz son of Jotham became king of Judah. Isaiah 1:1 This is the vision concerning Judah and Jerusalem that Isaiah son of Amoz saw during the reigns of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah. His mother’s name was Jerushah daughter of Zadok. 2 Kings 16:2 Ahaz was twenty years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem sixteen years. And unlike David his father, he did not do what was right in the eyes of the LORD his God. 2 Kings 18:2 He was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem twenty-nine years. His mother’s name was Abi, the daughter of Zechariah. 2 Kings 22:1 Josiah was eight years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem thirty-one years. His mother’s name was Jedidah daughter of Adaiah; she was from Bozkath. 2 Kings 15:32-38 In the second year of the reign of Pekah son of Remaliah over Israel, Jotham son of Uzziah became king of Judah. / He was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem sixteen years. His mother’s name was Jerusha daughter of Zadok. / And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, just as his father Uzziah had done. … Matthew 1:9 Uzziah was the father of Jotham, Jotham the father of Ahaz, and Ahaz the father of Hezekiah. Hosea 1:1 This is the word of the LORD that came to Hosea son of Beeri in the days of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah, and of Jeroboam son of Jehoash, king of Israel. Micah 1:1 This is the word of the LORD that came to Micah the Moreshite in the days of Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah—what he saw regarding Samaria and Jerusalem: 2 Kings 15:1-7 In the twenty-seventh year of Jeroboam’s reign over Israel, Azariah son of Amaziah became king of Judah. / He was sixteen years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem fifty-two years. His mother’s name was Jecoliah; she was from Jerusalem. / And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, just as his father Amaziah had done. … 2 Chronicles 26:1-5 All the people of Judah took Uzziah, who was sixteen years old, and made him king in place of his father Amaziah. / Uzziah was the one who rebuilt Eloth and restored it to Judah after King Amaziah rested with his fathers. / Uzziah was sixteen years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem fifty-two years. His mother’s name was Jecoliah; she was from Jerusalem. … 2 Kings 14:21 Then all the people of Judah took Azariah, who was sixteen years old, and made him king in place of his father Amaziah. Treasury of Scripture Jotham was twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also was Jerushah, the daughter of Zadok. Joatham Jump to Previous Daughter Five Jerusalem Jerusha Jotham Mother Mother's Reign Reigned Reigning Sixteen Twenty Twenty-Five ZadokJump to Next Daughter Five Jerusalem Jerusha Jotham Mother Mother's Reign Reigned Reigning Sixteen Twenty Twenty-Five Zadok2 Chronicles 27 1. Jotham Reigns in JudahJotham was twenty-five years old when he became king, Jotham had already exercised royal responsibility while Uzziah lived in isolation because of leprosy. As steward over the palace and governor of the people, he entered the throne with experience in Judah’s affairs and with the sober reminder that pride before the Lord brings judgment. 2Ki 15:33 He was twenty-five years old when he became king… and he reigned in Jerusalem sixteen years. His reign was centered in Jerusalem, the city of David and the place of the Lord’s temple. Jotham strengthened Judah through building projects and military preparation, yet his greatest distinction was that he ordered his ways before the Lord. His years of rule brought relative stability, though the people of Judah continued in corrupt practices. 2Ch 28:1 Ahaz was twenty years old when he became king… His mother’s name was Jerushah daughter of Zadok. Jerushah, meaning “possessed” or “married,” is included in the royal record as part of the family through which Jotham was raised. Her father Zadok is otherwise unidentified, but the naming of Jotham’s mother preserves the importance of the household in shaping a king’s character. Jotham’s faithful conduct stands in contrast to Uzziah’s later sin and shows the Lord’s continued mercy toward David’s line. 2Ki 16:2 Ahaz was twenty years old when he became king,… Persons / Places / Events 1. JothamThe central figure in this verse, Jotham was the king of Judah. He is noted for his righteous reign and is a descendant of David, continuing the Davidic line. 2. Jerusalem The capital city of Judah, where Jotham reigned. It holds significant religious and political importance as the center of Jewish worship and governance. 3. Jerushah Jotham's mother, identified as the daughter of Zadok. Her mention highlights the importance of maternal lineage and influence in the biblical account. 4. Zadok Although not much is detailed about him in this verse, Zadok is a name associated with priestly lineage, suggesting a heritage of faith and religious duty. Teaching Points The Importance of Godly LeadershipJotham's reign is characterized by righteousness, which underscores the impact of godly leadership on a nation. Leaders today are called to uphold integrity and justice. Influence of Family Heritage The mention of Jerushah and Zadok highlights the influence of family and heritage. Believers are encouraged to honor their spiritual heritage and pass on faith to future generations. Faithfulness in Adversity Despite the challenges of his time, Jotham remained faithful. This teaches us to remain steadfast in our faith, even when faced with societal pressures. The Role of Prophets The ministries of Isaiah and Micah during Jotham's reign remind us of the importance of heeding prophetic voices that call us back to God's ways. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 27:1?2. How does Jotham's reign in 2 Chronicles 27:1 reflect godly leadership principles? 3. What lessons can we learn from Jotham's age when he became king? 4. How does Jotham's reign connect with God's promises to David's lineage? 5. In what ways can Jotham's actions inspire our personal spiritual growth today? 6. How can Jotham's example guide us in balancing faith and responsibility? 7. How does 2 Chronicles 27:1 reflect the importance of righteous leadership in biblical history? 8. What archaeological evidence supports the existence of Jotham's reign mentioned in 2 Chronicles 27:1? 9. How does Jotham's age at ascension in 2 Chronicles 27:1 compare to other biblical kings? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 27? What Does 2 Chronicles 27:1 Mean Jotham was twenty-five years old when he became king– At twenty-five, Jotham sits between the very young kings like Joash (2 Chronicles 24:1) and Josiah (2 Chronicles 34:1) and the older ascenders such as Solomon (1 Kings 2:12). – Scripture shows God working through rulers of every age; what matters is the heart surrendered to Him (1 Samuel 16:7). – Jotham’s age suggests a measure of maturity: he had already watched his father Uzziah’s fall (2 Chronicles 26:16-21), giving him a living lesson on the danger of pride. – Cross references to similar royal beginnings: • Amaziah, twenty-five when crowned (2 Kings 14:2). • Hezekiah, twenty-five when crowned (2 Kings 18:2). – God’s consistent record of these ages underlines the historical reliability of the narrative (Luke 1:1-4). and he reigned in Jerusalem sixteen years – Sixteen years may seem brief beside David’s forty (2 Samuel 5:4-5), yet God measures faithfulness, not calendar pages (Matthew 25:21). – “In Jerusalem” roots Jotham firmly in the Davidic covenant city where the LORD chose to set His Name (2 Chronicles 6:6). – His reign avoided the dramatic judgments that struck his father and later Ahaz; 2 Kings 15:34 says, “He did what was right in the eyes of the LORD.” – The chronicler’s mention of length reinforces a theme: God records every reign, whether long or short, because each king’s obedience or rebellion affects the nation (Deuteronomy 17:18-20). – Cross references: • Asa’s forty-one years (2 Chronicles 16:13) show longevity tied to faithfulness. • Jehoahaz’s three months (2 Kings 23:31-32) illustrate the opposite. His mother’s name was Jerushah daughter of Zadok – Chronicling the mother’s name highlights her formative influence, a pattern also seen with Hezekiah’s mother Abijah (2 Chronicles 29:1). – “Jerushah” connects Jotham to a godly heritage; her father Zadok likely belongs to the priestly line tracing back to Zadok the priest who served David (1 Kings 2:35). – The pairing of royal and priestly bloodlines reminds us of God’s design for leadership grounded in both authority and worship (2 Chronicles 23:16). – A righteous mother can help shape a righteous king; Proverbs 31:1 shows a mother instructing her royal son. – Cross references: • Uzziah’s mother Jecholiah is noted in 2 Chronicles 26:3, showing the chronicler’s pattern. • King Lemuel’s mother’s counsel (Proverbs 31:1-9) exemplifies maternal impact. summary 2 Chronicles 27:1 introduces Jotham with three simple facts—his age, his tenure, and his maternal lineage—but each point underscores God’s meticulous oversight of rulers. At twenty-five, Jotham steps into a throne that demands humility learned from his father’s mistakes. His sixteen-year reign in Jerusalem testifies that faithfulness counts more than duration. And the mention of Jerushah, daughter of Zadok, spotlights the spiritual legacy that helped shape a king who “ordered his ways before the LORD his God” (2 Chronicles 27:6). XXVII.REIGN OF JOTHAM. (Comp. 2Kings 15:32-38.)LENGTH AND CHARACTER OF THE REIGN. PUBLIC WORKS (1) Jotham was twenty and five years old.—Word for word as 2Kings 15:33, only adding Jotham. Jerushah, the daughter of Zadok.—Perhaps the high priest Zadok of ... Verse 1. - Jerushah. This name in the parallel is spelt with a final aleph instead of he. Nothing else is known of Jerushah, nor of her father Zadok.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Jothamיוֹתָ֣ם (yō·w·ṯām) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3147: Jotham -- 'the LORD is perfect', three Israelites was twenty-five עֶשְׂרִ֨ים (‘eś·rîm) Number - common plural Strong's 6242: Twenty, twentieth years old בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son when he became king, בְּמָלְכ֔וֹ (bə·mā·lə·ḵōw) Preposition-b | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 4427: To reign, inceptively, to ascend the throne, to induct into royalty, to take counsel and he reigned מָלַ֖ךְ (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 Jerusalem בִּֽירוּשָׁלִָ֑ם (bî·rū·šā·lim) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel sixteen וְשֵׁשׁ־ (wə·šêš-) Conjunctive waw | Number - feminine singular Strong's 8337: Six (a cardinal number) years. שָׁנָ֔ה (šā·nāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 8141: A year His mother’s אִמּ֔וֹ (’im·mōw) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 517: A mother, ) name וְשֵׁ֣ם (wə·šêm) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 8034: A name was Jerushah יְרוּשָׁ֖ה (yə·rū·šāh) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3388: Jerusha -- 'taken possession of', mother of King Jotham daughter בַּת־ (baṯ-) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 1323: A daughter of Zadok. צָדֽוֹק׃ (ṣā·ḏō·wq) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6659: Zadok -- the name of several Israelites Additonal Resources 2 Chronicles 27:1 Blue Letter Bible2 Chronicles 27:1 Bible Gateway 2 Chronicles 27:1 Bible.com 2 Chronicles 27:1 NIV |
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