2 Kings 14:29
New International Version
Jeroboam rested with his ancestors, the kings of Israel. And Zechariah his son succeeded him as king.

New Living Translation
When Jeroboam II died, he was buried in Samaria with the kings of Israel. Then his son Zechariah became the next king.

English Standard Version
And Jeroboam slept with his fathers, the kings of Israel, and Zechariah his son reigned in his place.

Berean Standard Bible
And Jeroboam rested with his fathers, the kings of Israel. And his son Zechariah reigned in his place.

King James Bible
And Jeroboam slept with his fathers, even with the kings of Israel; and Zachariah his son reigned in his stead.

New King James Version
So Jeroboam rested with his fathers, the kings of Israel. Then Zechariah his son reigned in his place.

New American Standard Bible
And Jeroboam lay down with his fathers, with the kings of Israel, and his son Zechariah became king in his place.

NASB 1995
And Jeroboam slept with his fathers, even with the kings of Israel, and Zechariah his son became king in his place.

NASB 1977
And Jeroboam slept with his fathers, even with the kings of Israel, and Zechariah his son became king in his place.

Legacy Standard Bible
And Jeroboam slept with his fathers, even with the kings of Israel, and Zechariah his son became king in his place.

Amplified Bible
Jeroboam [II] slept with his fathers [in death], even with the kings of Israel. Zechariah his son became king in his place.

Christian Standard Bible
Jeroboam rested with his ancestors, the kings of Israel. His son Zechariah became king in his place.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Jeroboam rested with his fathers, the kings of Israel. His son Zechariah became king in his place.

American Standard Version
And Jeroboam slept with his fathers, even with the kings of Israel; and Zechariah his son reigned in his stead.

Contemporary English Version
Jeroboam died and was buried, and his son Zechariah became king.

English Revised Version
And Jeroboam slept with his fathers, even with the kings of Israel; and Zechariah his son reigned in his stead.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Jeroboam lay down in death with his ancestors, the kings of Israel. His son Zechariah succeeded him as king.

Good News Translation
Jeroboam died and was buried in the royal tombs, and his son Zechariah succeeded him as king.

International Standard Version
Jeroboam died, as had his ancestors the kings of Israel, and his son Zechariah became king in his place.

Majority Standard Bible
And Jeroboam rested with his fathers, the kings of Israel. And his son Zechariah reigned in his place.

NET Bible
Jeroboam passed away and was buried in Samaria with the kings of Israel. His son Zechariah replaced him as king.

New Heart English Bible
And Jeroboam slept with his fathers, and he was buried in Samaria with the kings of Israel; and Zechariah his son reigned in his place.

Webster's Bible Translation
And Jeroboam slept with his fathers, even with the kings of Israel; and Zachariah his son reigned in his stead.

World English Bible
Jeroboam slept with his fathers, even with the kings of Israel; and Zechariah his son reigned in his place.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Jeroboam lies with his fathers, with the kings of Israel, and his son Zechariah reigns in his stead.

Young's Literal Translation
And Jeroboam lieth with his fathers, with the kings of Israel, and reign doth Zechariah his son in his stead.

Smith's Literal Translation
And Jeroboam will lie down with his fathers, with the kings of Israel; and Zechariah his son will reign in his stead.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Jeroboam slept with his fathers the kings of Israel, and Zacharias his son reigned in his stead.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And Jeroboam slept with his fathers, the kings of Israel. And Zechariah, his son, reigned in his place.

New American Bible
Jeroboam rested with his ancestors, the kings of Israel, and his son Zechariah succeeded him as king.

New Revised Standard Version
Jeroboam slept with his ancestors, the kings of Israel; his son Zechariah succeeded him.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Jeroboam slept with his fathers, and was buried with his fathers, with the kings of Israel; and Zachariah his son reigned in his stead.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Yorbaam slept with his parents, and he was buried with his parents with the Kings of Israel, and Zechariah his son reigned after him.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Jeroboam slept with his fathers, even with the kings of Israel; and Zechariah his son reigned in his stead.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Jeroboam slept with his fathers, even with the kings of Israel; and Zacharias his son reigned in his stead.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Jeroboam II Reigns in Israel
28As for the rest of the acts of Jeroboam, along with all his accomplishments and might, and how he waged war and recovered both Damascus and Hamath for Israel from Judah, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel? 29And Jeroboam rested with his fathers, the kings of Israel. And his son Zechariah reigned in his place.

Cross References
2 Chronicles 25:27-28
From the time that Amaziah turned from following the LORD, a conspiracy was formed against him in Jerusalem, and he fled to Lachish. But men were sent after him to Lachish, and they killed him there. / They carried him back on horses and buried him with his fathers in the City of Judah.

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 Kings 13:12-13
As for the rest of the acts of Jehoash, along with all his accomplishments and his might, including his war against Amaziah king of Judah, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel? / And Jehoash rested with his fathers, and Jeroboam succeeded him on the throne. Jehoash was buried in Samaria with the kings of Israel.

2 Kings 12:19-21
As for the rest of the acts of Joash, along with all his accomplishments, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Judah? / And the servants of Joash rose up and formed a conspiracy and killed him at Beth-millo, on the road down to Silla. / His servants Jozabad son of Shimeath and Jehozabad son of Shomer struck him down, and he died. And they buried him with his fathers in the City of David, and his son Amaziah reigned in his place.

2 Kings 10:34-36
As for the rest of the acts of Jehu, along with all his accomplishments and all his might, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel? / And Jehu rested with his fathers and was buried in Samaria, and his son Jehoahaz reigned in his place. / So the duration of Jehu’s reign over Israel in Samaria was twenty-eight years.

2 Kings 9:28
Then his servants carried him by chariot to Jerusalem and buried him with his fathers in his tomb in the City of David.

2 Kings 8:24
And Jehoram rested with his fathers and was buried with them in the City of David. And his son Ahaziah reigned in his place.

2 Kings 14:15-16
As for the rest of the acts of Jehoash, along with his accomplishments, his might, and how he waged war against Amaziah king of Judah, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel? / And Jehoash rested with his fathers and was buried in Samaria with the kings of Israel. And his son Jeroboam reigned in his place.

2 Chronicles 26:1-2
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.

2 Chronicles 24:27
The accounts of the sons of Joash and the many pronouncements about him, and of the restoration of the house of God, are indeed written in the Treatise of the Book of the Kings. And his son Amaziah reigned in his place.

2 Chronicles 21:1
And Jehoshaphat rested with his fathers and was buried with them in the City of David. And his son Jehoram reigned in his place.

2 Chronicles 25:25-26
Amaziah son of Joash king of Judah lived for fifteen years after the death of Jehoash son of Jehoahaz king of Israel. / As for the rest of the acts of Amaziah, from beginning to end, are they not written in the Book of the Kings of Judah and Israel?

Matthew 1:8-9
Asa was the father of Jehoshaphat, Jehoshaphat the father of Joram, and Joram the father of Uzziah. / Uzziah was the father of Jotham, Jotham the father of Ahaz, and Ahaz the father of Hezekiah.

Acts 13:22-23
After removing Saul, He raised up David as their king and testified about him: ‘I have found David son of Jesse a man after My own heart; he will carry out My will in its entirety.’ / From the descendants of this man, God has brought to Israel the Savior Jesus, as He promised.

Matthew 1:1
This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham:


Treasury of Scripture

And Jeroboam slept with his fathers, even with the kings of Israel; and Zachariah his son reigned in his stead.

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2 Kings 15:8
In the thirty and eighth year of Azariah king of Judah did Zachariah the son of Jeroboam reign over Israel in Samaria six months.

reigned.

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2 Kings 14
1. Amaziah's good reign
5. His justice on the murderers of his father
7. His victory over Edom
8. Amaziah, provoking Jehoash, is overcome
15. Jeroboam succeeds Jehoash
17. Amaziah slain by a conspiracy
21. Azariah succeeds him
23. Jeroboam's wicked reign
28. Zachariah succeeds him














And Jeroboam rested
The phrase "rested" is often used in the Old Testament to denote death, particularly in the context of kings. The Hebrew word used here is "שָׁכַב" (shakab), which means to lie down or to rest. This euphemism for death suggests a peaceful transition, implying that Jeroboam's reign concluded in a manner consistent with the natural order established by God. It reflects the biblical understanding of death as a return to one's ancestors, a concept deeply rooted in the Hebrew tradition.

with his fathers
This phrase indicates that Jeroboam was buried in the royal tombs, a place of honor among the kings of Israel. The expression "with his fathers" is significant in the Hebrew context, as it denotes a continuation of lineage and legacy. It underscores the importance of family and heritage in the biblical narrative, reminding us of the covenantal promises God made to the patriarchs and their descendants.

the kings of Israel
This phrase situates Jeroboam within the broader historical and dynastic context of the Northern Kingdom of Israel. The kings of Israel, distinct from the kings of Judah, often faced challenges in maintaining fidelity to God's commandments. Jeroboam II, in particular, was known for his military successes and territorial expansion, yet his reign was also marked by idolatry and social injustice, as recorded by the prophets Amos and Hosea. This highlights the tension between political success and spiritual failure, a recurring theme in the history of Israel.

And his son Zechariah
Zechariah's ascension to the throne marks the continuation of the Jehu dynasty, fulfilling God's promise to Jehu that his descendants would sit on the throne of Israel to the fourth generation (2 Kings 10:30). The name Zechariah, meaning "Yahweh remembers," is a testament to God's faithfulness in keeping His promises, even amidst the unfaithfulness of Israel's kings. This serves as a reminder of God's sovereignty and the assurance that His plans will prevail despite human shortcomings.

reigned in his place
The transition of power from Jeroboam to Zechariah signifies the ongoing cycle of leadership in Israel. The phrase "reigned in his place" indicates a transfer of authority and responsibility. In the biblical narrative, such transitions often come with both hope and uncertainty, as new leaders have the potential to either lead the nation back to God or further into apostasy. This highlights the importance of godly leadership and the impact it can have on a nation's spiritual direction.

Verse 29. - And Jeroboam slept with his fathers, oven with the kings of Israel - his father, grandfather, and great-grandfather had been actually among the kings of Israel; but all the kings, his predecessors, were probably reckoned among his ancestors - and Zachariah his son reigned in his stead (see the comment on 2 Kings 15:8). By Zachariah's accession the promise given to Jehu (2 Kings 10:30), that his "children to the fourth generation should sit on the throne of Israel," was literally fulfilled. No other royal house occupied the Israelitish throne for more than three generations.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
And Jeroboam
יָֽרָבְעָם֙ (yā·rā·ḇə·‘ām)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3379: Jeroboam -- 'the people increase', the name of two Israelites kings

rested
וַיִּשְׁכַּ֤ב (way·yiš·kaḇ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7901: To lie down

with
עִם־ (‘im-)
Preposition
Strong's 5973: With, equally with

his fathers,
אֲבֹתָ֔יו (’ă·ḇō·ṯāw)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 1: Father

the kings
מַלְכֵ֣י (mal·ḵê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 4428: A king

of Israel.
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל (yiś·rā·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc

And his son
בְנ֖וֹ (ḇə·nōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 1121: A son

Zechariah
זְכַרְיָ֥ה (zə·ḵar·yāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2148: Zachariah -- the name of a number of Israelites

became king
וַיִּמְלֹ֛ךְ (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 his place.
תַּחְתָּֽיו׃ (taḥ·tāw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of


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