Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Now there were in Samaria seventy sons of the house of Ahab. So Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria: to the officials of Jezreel, to the elders and to the guardians of Ahab’s children. He said, New Living Translation Ahab had seventy sons living in the city of Samaria. So Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria, to the elders and officials of the city, and to the guardians of King Ahab’s sons. He said, English Standard Version Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. So Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria, to the rulers of the city, to the elders, and to the guardians of the sons of Ahab, saying, Berean Standard Bible Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. So Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria to the officials of Jezreel, to the elders, and to the guardians of the sons of Ahab, saying: Berean Literal Bible And Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. And Jehu wrote letters and sent to Samaria to the rulers of Jezreel, to the elders, and to those supporting Ahab, saying, King James Bible And Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. And Jehu wrote letters, and sent to Samaria, unto the rulers of Jezreel, to the elders, and to them that brought up Ahab's children, saying, New King James Version Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. And Jehu wrote and sent letters to Samaria, to the rulers of Jezreel, to the elders, and to those who reared Ahab’s sons, saying: New American Standard Bible Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. And Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria, to the officials of Jezreel, the elders, and to the guardians of the children of Ahab, saying, NASB 1995 Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. And Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria, to the rulers of Jezreel, the elders, and to the guardians of the children of Ahab, saying, NASB 1977 Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. And Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria, to the rulers of Jezreel, the elders, and to the guardians of the children of Ahab, saying, Legacy Standard Bible Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. And Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria, to the rulers of Jezreel, the elders, and to the guardians of the children of Ahab, saying, Amplified Bible Ahab had seventy sons [and grandsons] in Samaria. So Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria, to the rulers of Jezreel, to the elders, and to the guardians of the children of Ahab, saying, Berean Annotated Bible Now Ahab (father's brother) had seventy sons in Samaria (watch mountain). So Jehu (YHWH is He) wrote letters and sent them to Samaria to the officials of Jezreel [officials of the city], to the elders, and to the guardians of the sons of Ahab, saying: Christian Standard Bible Since Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria, Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria to the rulers of Jezreel, to the elders, and to the guardians of Ahab’s sons, saying: Holman Christian Standard Bible Since Ahab had 70 sons in Samaria, Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria to the rulers of Jezreel, to the elders, and to the guardians of Ahab’s sons, saying: American Standard Version Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. And Jehu wrote letters, and sent to Samaria, unto the rulers of Jezreel, even the elders, and unto them that brought up the sons of Ahab, saying, Contemporary English Version Ahab still had 70 descendants living in Samaria. So Jehu wrote a letter to each of the important leaders and officials of the town, and to those who supported Ahab. In the letters he wrote: English Revised Version Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. And Jehu wrote letters, and sent to Samaria, unto the rulers of Jezreel, even the elders, and unto them that brought up the sons of Ahab, saying, GOD'S WORD® Translation Ahab had 70 male heirs in Samaria. So Jehu wrote letters to the officials of Jezreel, the respected leaders, and the guardians of Ahab's descendants in Samaria. The letters read, Good News Translation There were seventy descendants of King Ahab living in the city of Samaria. Jehu wrote a letter and sent copies to the rulers of the city, to the leading citizens, and to the guardians of Ahab's descendants. The letter read: International Standard Version Meanwhile, Ahab had 70 sons who lived in Samaria. So Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria—to the rulers of Jezreel, the elders, and the guardians of Ahab's children. He told them, NET Bible Ahab had seventy sons living in Samaria. So Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria to the leading officials of Jezreel and to the guardians of Ahab's dynasty. This is what the letters said, New Heart English Bible Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. Jehu wrote letters, and sent to Samaria, to the rulers of the city, even the elders, and to the guardians of the sons of Ahab, saying, Webster's Bible Translation And Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. And Jehu wrote letters, and sent to Samaria, to the rulers of Jezreel, to the elders, and to them that brought up Ahab's children, saying, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleNow Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. So Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria to the officials of Jezreel, to the elders, and to the guardians of the sons of Ahab, saying: World English Bible Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria, to the rulers of Jezreel, even the elders, and to those who brought up Ahab’s sons, saying, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Ahab has seventy sons in Samaria, and Jehu writes letters, and sends [them] to Samaria, to the heads of Jezreel, the elderly, and to those supporting Ahab, saying, Berean Literal Bible And Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. And Jehu wrote letters and sent to Samaria to the rulers of Jezreel, to the elders, and to those supporting Ahab, saying, Young's Literal Translation And Ahab hath seventy sons in Samaria, and Jehu writeth letters, and sendeth to Samaria, unto the heads of Jezreel, the elders, and unto the supporters of Ahab, saying, Smith's Literal Translation And to Ahab seventy sons in Shomeron. And Jehu will write letters and send to Shomeron to the chiefs of Jezreel, the old men, and to Ahab's nourishers, saying, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Achab had seventy sons in Samaria: so Jehu wrote letters, and sent to Samaria, to the chief men of the city, and to the ancients, and to them that brought up Achab's children, saying: Catholic Public Domain Version Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. And so Jehu wrote letters, and he sent to Samaria, to the nobles of the city, and to those greater by birth, and to those who had raised Ahab’s sons, saying: New American Bible Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria, to the elders who were rulers of Jezreel and to Ahab’s guardians. Jehu wrote: New Revised Standard Version Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. So Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria, to the rulers of Jezreel, to the elders, and to the guardians of the sons of Ahab, saying, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAND Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. And they were brought up by the nobles of the city. And Jehu wrote a letter and sent it to Samaria, to the princes of Jezreel, to the elders, and to those who brought up Ahab's children, saying, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Akhab had seventy sons in Samaria, and the Princes of the city had raised them. And Yahu wrote a letter and he sent it to Samaria, to the Princes and to the Elders and to the Tutors of Akhab, saying. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. And Jehu wrote letters, and sent to Samaria, unto the rulers of Jezreel, even the elders, and unto them that brought up [the sons of] Ahab, saying: Brenton Septuagint Translation And Achaab had seventy sons in Samaria. And Ju wrote a letter, and sent it into Samaria to the rulers of Samaria, and to the elders, and to the guardians of the children of Achaab, saying. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jehu Slaughters Ahab's Family1Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. So Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria to the officials of Jezreel, to the elders, and to the guardians of the sons of Ahab, saying: 2“When this letter arrives, since your master’s sons are with you and you have chariots and horses, a fortified city and weaponry,… Cross References Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. 2 Kings 9:7-10 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. / I will make the house of Ahab like the houses of Jeroboam son of Nebat and Baasha son of Ahijah. … 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.’ … 1 Kings 16:29-33 In the thirty-eighth year of Asa’s reign over Judah, Ahab son of Omri became king of Israel, and he reigned in Samaria twenty-two years. / However, Ahab son of Omri did evil in the sight of the LORD, more than all who were before him. / And as if it were not enough for him to walk in the sins of Jeroboam son of Nebat, he even married Jezebel the daughter of Ethbaal king of the Sidonians, and he then proceeded to serve and worship Baal. … So Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria 2 Kings 5:5-7 “Go now,” said the king of Aram, “and I will send you with a letter to the king of Israel.” So Naaman departed, taking with him ten talents of silver, six thousand shekels of gold, and ten sets of clothing. / And the letter that he took to the king of Israel stated: “With this letter I am sending my servant Naaman, so that you may cure him of his leprosy.” / When the king of Israel read the letter, he tore his clothes and asked, “Am I God, killing and giving life, that this man expects me to cure a leper? Surely you can see that he is seeking a quarrel with me!” Esther 3:12-13 On the thirteenth day of the first month, the royal scribes were summoned and the order was written exactly as Haman commanded the royal satraps, the governors of each province, and the officials of each people, in the script of each province and the language of every people. It was written in the name of King Xerxes and sealed with the royal signet ring. / And the letters were sent by couriers to each of the royal provinces with the order to destroy, kill, and annihilate all the Jews—young and old, women and children—and to plunder their possessions on a single day, the thirteenth day of Adar, the twelfth month. 2 Samuel 11:14-15 The next morning David wrote a letter to Joab and sent it with Uriah. / In the letter he wrote: “Put Uriah at the front of the fiercest battle; then withdraw from him, so that he may be struck down and killed.” to the officials of Jezreel, 1 Kings 21:8-10 Then Jezebel wrote letters in Ahab’s name, sealed them with his seal, and sent them to the elders and nobles who lived with Naboth in his city. / In the letters she wrote: “Proclaim a fast and give Naboth a seat of honor among the people. / But seat two scoundrels opposite him and have them testify, ‘You have cursed both God and the king!’ Then take him out and stone him to death.” 1 Kings 21:11-14 So the elders and nobles who lived in Naboth’s city did as Jezebel had instructed in the letters she had written to them. / They proclaimed a fast and gave Naboth a seat of honor among the people. / And the two scoundrels came in and sat opposite Naboth, and these men testified against him before the people, saying, “Naboth has cursed both God and the king!” So they took him outside the city and stoned him to death. … 1 Kings 21:15-16 When Jezebel heard that Naboth had been stoned to death, she said to Ahab, “Get up and take possession of the vineyard of Naboth the Jezreelite, who refused to give it to you for silver. For Naboth is no longer alive, but dead.” / And when Ahab heard that Naboth was dead, he got up and went down to take possession of the vineyard of Naboth the Jezreelite. to the elders, Ruth 4:1-2 Meanwhile, Boaz went to the gate and sat down there. Soon the kinsman-redeemer of whom he had spoken came along, and Boaz said, “Come over here, my friend, and sit down.” So he went over and sat down. / Then Boaz took ten of the elders of the city and said, “Sit here,” and they did so. Joshua 20:4-6 When someone flees to one of these cities, stands at the entrance of the city gate, and states his case before its elders, they are to bring him into the city and give him a place to live among them. / Now if the avenger of blood pursues him, they must not surrender the manslayer into his hand, because that man killed his neighbor accidentally without prior malice. / He is to stay in that city until he stands trial before the assembly and until the death of the high priest serving at that time. Then the manslayer may return to his own home in the city from which he fled.” Deuteronomy 19:12 the elders of his city must send for him, bring him back, and hand him over to the avenger of blood to die. and to the guardians of the sons of Ahab, 2 Kings 11:1-3 When Athaliah the mother of Ahaziah saw that her son was dead, she proceeded to annihilate all the royal heirs. / But Jehosheba daughter of King Joram, the sister of Ahaziah, took Joash son of Ahaziah and stole him away from among the sons of the king who were being murdered. She put him and his nurse in a bedroom to hide him from Athaliah, and he was not killed. / And Joash remained hidden with his nurse in the house of the LORD for six years while Athaliah ruled the land. 2 Kings 11:4-8 Then in the seventh year, Jehoiada sent for the commanders of hundreds, the Carites, and the guards, and had them brought into the house of the LORD. There he made a covenant with them and put them under oath. He showed them the king’s son / and commanded them, “This is what you are to do: A third of you who come on duty on the Sabbath shall guard the royal palace, / a third shall be at the gate of Sur, and a third at the gate behind the guards. You are to take turns guarding the temple— … 2 Kings 11:12-16 Then Jehoiada brought out the king’s son, put the crown on him, presented him with the Testimony, and proclaimed him king. They anointed him, and the people clapped their hands and declared, “Long live the king!” / When Athaliah heard the noise from the guards and the people, she went out to the people in the house of the LORD. / And she looked out and saw the king standing by the pillar, according to the custom. The officers and trumpeters were beside the king, and all the people of the land were rejoicing and blowing trumpets. Then Athaliah tore her clothes and screamed, “Treason! Treason!” … saying: 2 Chronicles 30:1-6 Then Hezekiah sent word throughout all Israel and Judah, and he also wrote letters to Ephraim and Manasseh inviting them to come to the house of the LORD in Jerusalem to keep the Passover of the LORD, the God of Israel. / For the king and his officials and the whole assembly in Jerusalem had decided to keep the Passover in the second month, / since they had been unable to keep it at the regular time, because not enough priests had consecrated themselves and the people had not been gathered in Jerusalem. … Treasury of Scripture And Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. And Jehu wrote letters, and sent to Samaria, to the rulers of Jezreel, to the elders, and to them that brought up Ahab's children, saying, seventy sons Judges 8:30 And Gideon had threescore and ten sons of his body begotten: for he had many wives. Judges 10:4 And he had thirty sons that rode on thirty ass colts, and they had thirty cities, which are called Havothjair unto this day, which are in the land of Gilead. Judges 12:14 And he had forty sons and thirty nephews, that rode on threescore and ten ass colts: and he judged Israel eight years. in Samaria 2 Kings 5:3 And she said unto her mistress, Would God my lord were with the prophet that is in Samaria! for he would recover him of his leprosy. 1 Kings 13:32 For the saying which he cried by the word of the LORD against the altar in Bethel, and against all the houses of the high places which are in the cities of Samaria, shall surely come to pass. 1 Kings 16:28 So Omri slept with his fathers, and was buried in Samaria: and Ahab his son reigned in his stead. the rulers Deuteronomy 16:18 Judges and officers shalt thou make thee in all thy gates, which the LORD thy God giveth thee, throughout thy tribes: and they shall judge the people with just judgment. 1 Kings 21:8-14 So she wrote letters in Ahab's name, and sealed them with his seal, and sent the letters unto the elders and to the nobles that were in his city, dwelling with Naboth… them [heb] nourishers Jump to Previous Ahab Ahab's Children City Elders Guardians House Jehu Jezreel Jizreel Letters Officials Princes Responsible Rulers Samaria Sama'ria Seventy Supporters Writeth WroteJump to Next Ahab Ahab's Children City Elders Guardians House Jehu Jezreel Jizreel Letters Officials Princes Responsible Rulers Samaria Sama'ria Seventy Supporters Writeth Wrote2 Kings 10 1. Jehu, by his letters, causes seventy of Ahab's sons to be beheaded8. He excuses the fact by the prophecy of Elijah 12. At the shearing house he slays forty-two of Ahaziah's brothers 15. He takes Jehonadab into his company 18. By subtilty he destroys all the worshippers of Baal 29. Jehu follows Jeroboam's sins 32. Hazael oppresses Israel 34. Jehoahaz succeeds Jehu Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. Ahab, a former king of Israel, was known for his idolatry and wickedness, heavily influenced by his wife Jezebel. The mention of "seventy sons" likely includes both direct sons and grandsons, indicating a large royal family. Samaria, the capital of the Northern Kingdom of Israel, was a significant city both politically and religiously. The number seventy often symbolizes completeness or totality in the Bible, suggesting the full extent of Ahab's lineage and influence. So Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria to the officials of Jezreel, to the elders, and to the guardians of the sons of Ahab, saying: Persons / Places / Events 1. AhabFormer king of Israel, known for his idolatry and wickedness, particularly in his marriage to Jezebel and the promotion of Baal worship. 2. Jehu Anointed king of Israel, tasked with executing judgment on the house of Ahab as part of God's divine justice. 3. Seventy Sons of Ahab Descendants of Ahab residing in Samaria, representing the continuation of Ahab's lineage and influence. 4. Samaria The capital city of the Northern Kingdom of Israel, a central location for political and religious activities. 5. Rulers, Elders, and Guardians Local leaders and caretakers responsible for the welfare and upbringing of Ahab's sons, holding significant influence in Samaria. Teaching Points Divine Justice and JudgmentGod's justice is thorough and extends to the fulfillment of His word, as seen in the judgment on Ahab's house. Leadership and Responsibility Leaders are accountable for their actions and the legacy they leave, as demonstrated by the rulers and elders in Samaria. The Consequences of Sin Sin has far-reaching effects, impacting not only the individual but also their descendants and community. Obedience to God's Commands Jehu's actions, though violent, were in obedience to God's command, illustrating the importance of following divine directives. The Role of Prophecy Prophecies in the Bible often serve as warnings and calls to repentance, emphasizing the need to heed God's word. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 10:1?2. How does 2 Kings 10:1 demonstrate God's judgment against Ahab's house? 3. What role do letters play in Jehu's strategy in 2 Kings 10:1? 4. How can we discern God's will in leadership decisions like Jehu's? 5. What lessons on obedience can we learn from Jehu's actions in 2 Kings 10? 6. How does Jehu's zeal for God inspire our commitment to righteousness today? 7. What does 2 Kings 10:1 reveal about God's judgment and justice in the Old Testament? 8. How does Jehu's actions in 2 Kings 10:1 align with God's commands and moral standards? 9. What historical evidence supports the events described in 2 Kings 10:1? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 10? 11. How does 2 Kings 10:1–11 reconcile mass slaughter with the broader biblical prohibition against murder? 12. How can the depiction of divine judgment in 2 Kings 10 be reconciled with later passages emphasizing mercy and forgiveness? 13. (2 Chronicles 10) Why do some details in this chapter differ from or omit parts of the parallel account in 1 Kings 12? 14. (Judges 10:4) How feasible is it that Jair had thirty sons, all uniquely ruling thirty cities with their own donkeys? What Does 2 Kings 10:1 Mean Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria• Scripture states plainly that the northern king’s household was extensive: “Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria” (2 Kings 10:1). The number is literal and stresses how firmly Ahab’s line seemed entrenched. • A large progeny was viewed as a sign of strength and blessing (Psalm 127:3–5), yet here it magnifies the coming judgment God had already promised (1 Kings 21:21). • The setting—Samaria, the capital—reminds us that these heirs sat at the center of Israel’s political power (1 Kings 16:24; 2 Kings 1:2). • Parallels include Gideon’s seventy sons who were later wiped out (Judges 8:30; 9:5), underscoring how physical numbers cannot shield a family from divine justice. So Jehu wrote letters and sent them to Samaria • Jehu, freshly anointed by a prophet of the LORD (2 Kings 9:6–10; cf. 1 Kings 19:16), acts decisively yet strategically. • Letters allow him to extend his reach without an immediate siege, forcing the leaders of Samaria to reveal their loyalties. • The action aligns with God’s mandate to “strike down the house of Ahab” (2 Kings 9:7), demonstrating obedience to prophetic instruction rather than personal vendetta. • Similar use of letters to expose hearts can be seen in Naboth’s case, where Jezebel wrote letters to frame him (1 Kings 21:8–10). To the officials of Jezreel • Although the letters are delivered to Samaria, they are addressed first “to the officials of Jezreel”—the city that had just witnessed Jehu’s overthrow of Joram (2 Kings 9:14–24). • These officials (literally “princes” or magistrates) had overseen royal affairs in Jezreel; now Jehu tests whether they will embrace the new regime. • Jezreel lays between Jehu and Samaria; persuading its leaders secures his line of march (Hosea 1:4 recalls Jezreel as the site of Ahab’s sins judged). To the elders • Elders served as city gatekeepers of justice (Deuteronomy 21:18–21; Ruth 4:1–11). • By including them, Jehu pinpoints those with moral and communal influence, not merely political power. • Their decision will steer the populace; failure to act rightly will incur communal guilt, just as the elders of Jezreel earlier consented to Jezebel’s plot against Naboth (1 Kings 21:11–13). To the guardians of the sons of Ahab • “Guardians” (mentors, fosterers) held the daily responsibility of protecting and educating royal heirs (cf. 2 Kings 10:5). • Jehu’s notice strips away any illusion that these caretakers can hide the princes; God’s word has reached them. • Contrast with Jehoiada, who later protects Joash for righteous ends (2 Kings 11:2–3). Here, guardians must choose whether to defend a doomed dynasty or submit to God’s announced judgment. Saying • The verse stops short of the letter’s contents, but verses 2–3 reveal Jehu’s challenge: “select the best and most worthy of your master’s sons…and fight for your master’s house”. • By framing it this way, Jehu compels a public choice much like Elijah’s “How long will you waver…?” at Carmel (1 Kings 18:21). • Their response (2 Kings 10:4–5) proves that human bravery cannot stand against the word of the LORD; they capitulate without a fight. summary Ahab’s seemingly unassailable lineage—seventy sons in the very heart of Samaria—faces the unstoppable purpose of God. Through a simple set of letters, Jehu places every stratum of leadership on notice: officials, elders, and guardians alike must acknowledge the LORD’s decree against the house of Ahab. The verse showcases God’s faithfulness to His word of judgment, the futility of human security apart from Him, and the wisdom of swift obedience to divine command. X.JEHU MASSACRES THE FAMILY OF AHAB, THE KINSMEN OF AHAZIAH, AND BAAL-WORSHIPPERS. (1) Ahab had seventy sons.--His posterity in general are meant. Ahab had been dead about fourteen years (2Kings 3:1; 1Kings 22:51), and had had two successors on the throne. The name Ahab seems to be used here as equivalent to the house of Ahab. Many of the number might be strictly sons of Ahab, as he no doubt had a considerable harem. Jehu wrote letters, and sent to Samaria.--Jehu was crafty as well as fierce. He could not venture to the capital without first sounding the inclinations of the nobles of the city. Unto the rulers of Jezreel.--"Jezreel" is an ancient error. The LXX. has "unto the rulers of Samaria." So Josephus. Thenius accordingly suggests that the original reading was, "and sent from Jezreel to the princes of Samaria." The Vulg. gives "ad optimates civitatis," which seems preferable. Before "the elders" we must restore "and unto" with some MSS., the LXX., Syriac, and Vulg. The original text would then run: "and sent to the princes of the city and unto the elders," &c. Reuss, on the other hand, reads "Israel" for "Jezreel." Them that brought up Ahab's children.--Literally, them who brought up Ahab (i.e., the house of Ahab). The word occurs in Numbers 11:12; Isaiah 49:23 ("nursing father"). The nobles entrusted with this charge would be responsible for the good behaviour of their wards. Ahab may have dreaded the evils of an education in the harem, and possible disputes about the succession. . . . Verses 1-11. - The destruction of the seventy seas of Ahab. Verse 1. - And Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria. By " sons" we must understand "male descendants. Most of the seventy wore probably his grandsons (see ver. 3); some may have been great-grandsons. They lived in Samaria; since Samaria was the principal residence of the court, Jezreel being simply a country palace - the "Versailles," as it has been called, or "Windsor" of the Israelite kings. And Jehu wrote letters, and sent to Samaria, unto the rulers of Jezreel. "Jezreel" is almost certainly a corrupt reading. The "rulers of Jezreel" would be at Jezreel; and, if Jehu wished to communicate with them, he would not need to "write." Had any chance taken them to Samaria - a very improbable circumstance - they would have had no authority there, and to address them would have been useless. John's letters were, no doubt, addressed to the rulers of Samaria; and so the LXX. expressly state (ἀπέστειλεν ἐν Σαμαρείᾳ πρὸς τοὺς ἄρχοντας Σαμαρείας); but the reading "Jezreel" can scarcely have arisen out of "Samaria" (יזרעאל out of שׁמרון), since the difference of the two words is so great. Most probably the original word was "Israel" (ישׂראל), which is easily corrupted into "Jezreel" (יזרעאל). The rulers of Samaria, the capital, might well be called "the rulers of Israel." To the elders rather, even the elders. Not distinct persons from the "rulers," but the same under another name (see 1 Kings 21:8, 13; and compare the Revised Version). And to them that brought up Ahab's children - i.e. the tutors, or governors, under whose charge they were placed - saying -Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Now Ahabוּלְאַחְאָ֛ב (ū·lə·’aḥ·’āḇ) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 256: Ahab -- 'father's brother', a king of Israel, also a false prophet had seventy שִׁבְעִ֥ים (šiḇ·‘îm) Number - common plural Strong's 7657: Seventy (a cardinal number) sons בָּנִ֖ים (bā·nîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1121: A son in Samaria. בְּשֹׁמְר֑וֹן (bə·šō·mə·rō·wn) Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 8111: Samaria -- capital of northern kingdom of Israel So Jehu יֵה֨וּא (yê·hū) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3058: Jehu -- 'the LORD is He', the name of several Israelites wrote וַיִּכְתֹּב֩ (way·yiḵ·tōḇ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3789: To grave, to write letters סְפָרִ֜ים (sə·p̄ā·rîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 5612: A missive, document, writing, book and sent וַיִּשְׁלַ֣ח (way·yiš·laḥ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7971: To send away, for, out them to Samaria שֹׁמְר֗וֹן (šō·mə·rō·wn) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 8111: Samaria -- capital of northern kingdom of Israel to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to the officials שָׂרֵ֤י (śā·rê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince of Jezreel, יִזְרְעֶאל֙ (yiz·rə·‘el) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3157: Jezreel -- 'God sows', two Israelites, also two cities in Israel, also a valley in Northern Israel to the elders, הַזְּקֵנִ֔ים (haz·zə·qê·nîm) Article | Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 2205: Old and to וְאֶל־ (wə·’el-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to the guardians [of the sons] הָאֹמְנִ֥ים (hā·’ō·mə·nîm) Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 539: To confirm, support of Ahab, אַחְאָ֖ב (’aḥ·’āḇ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 256: Ahab -- 'father's brother', a king of Israel, also a false prophet saying: לֵאמֹֽר׃ (lê·mōr) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 559: To utter, say Links 2 Kings 10:1 NIV2 Kings 10:1 NLT 2 Kings 10:1 ESV 2 Kings 10:1 NASB 2 Kings 10:1 KJV 2 Kings 10:1 BibleApps.com 2 Kings 10:1 Biblia Paralela 2 Kings 10:1 Chinese Bible 2 Kings 10:1 French Bible 2 Kings 10:1 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Kings 10:1 Now Ahab had seventy sons in Samaria (2Ki iiKi ii ki 2 kg 2kg) |
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