Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version And Abijah rested with his ancestors and was buried in the City of David. And Asa his son succeeded him as king. New Living Translation When Abijam died, he was buried in the City of David. Then his son Asa became the next king. English Standard Version And Abijam slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the city of David. And Asa his son reigned in his place. Berean Standard Bible And Abijam rested with his fathers and was buried in the City of David, and his son Asa reigned in his place. King James Bible And Abijam slept with his fathers; and they buried him in the city of David: and Asa his son reigned in his stead. New King James Version So Abijam rested with his fathers, and they buried him in the City of David. Then Asa his son reigned in his place. New American Standard Bible And Abijam lay down with his fathers, and they buried him in the city of David; and his son Asa became king in his place. NASB 1995 And Abijam slept with his fathers and they buried him in the city of David; and Asa his son became king in his place. NASB 1977 And Abijam slept with his fathers and they buried him in the city of David; and Asa his son became king in his place. Legacy Standard Bible And Abijam slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the city of David; and Asa his son became king in his place. Amplified Bible Abijam slept with his fathers [in death] and they buried him in the City of David. Asa his son became king in his place. Christian Standard Bible Abijam rested with his ancestors and was buried in the city of David. His son Asa became king in his place. Holman Christian Standard Bible Abijam rested with his fathers and was buried in the city of David. His son Asa became king in his place. American Standard Version And Abijam slept with his fathers; and they buried him in the city of David: and Asa his son reigned in his stead. Contemporary English Version Abijam died and was buried in Jerusalem, and his son Asa became king. English Revised Version And Abijam slept with his fathers; and they buried him in the city of David: and Asa his son reigned in his stead. GOD'S WORD® Translation Abijam lay down in death with his ancestors and was buried in the City of David. His son Asa succeeded him as king. Good News Translation Abijah died and was buried in David's City, and his son Asa succeeded him as king. International Standard Version Eventually, Abijah died, as did his ancestors, and he was buried in the City of David. His son Asa succeeded him as king. NET Bible Abijah passed away and was buried in the city of David. His son Asa replaced him as king. New Heart English Bible Abijam slept with his fathers; and they buried him in the City of David: and Asa his son reigned in his place. Webster's Bible Translation And Abijam slept with his fathers; and they buried him in the city of David: and Asa his son reigned in his stead. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd Abijam rested with his fathers and was buried in the City of David, and his son Asa reigned in his place. World English Bible Abijam slept with his fathers, and they buried him in David’s city; and Asa his son reigned in his place. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand Abijam lies with his fathers, and they bury him in the City of David, and his son Asa reigns in his stead. Young's Literal Translation and Abijam lieth with his fathers, and they bury him in the city of David, and reign doth Asa his son in his stead. Smith's Literal Translation And Abijam will lie down with his fathers; and they will bury him in the city of David; and Asa his son will reign in his stead. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Abiam slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the city of David, and Asa his son reigned in his stead. Catholic Public Domain Version And Abijam slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the city of David. And Asa, his son, reigned in his place. New American Bible Abijam rested with his ancestors; they buried him in the City of David, and his son Asa succeeded him as king. New Revised Standard Version Abijam slept with his ancestors, and they buried him in the city of David. Then his son Asa succeeded him. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Abijah slept with his fathers; and they buried him in the city of David; and Asa his son reigned in his stead. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Abia fell asleep with his fathers, and he was buried in the city of David, and Asa his son reigned after him. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Abijam slept with his fathers; and they buried him in the city of David; and Asa his son reigned in his stead. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Abiu slept with his fathers in the twenty-fourth year of Jeroboam; and he is buried with his fathers in the city of David: And Asa his son reigns in his stead. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Abijam Reigns in Judah…7As for the rest of the acts of Abijam, along with all his accomplishments, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Judah? And there was war between Abijam and Jeroboam. 8And Abijam rested with his fathers and was buried in the City of David, and his son Asa reigned in his place. Cross References 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. 1 Kings 14:31 And Rehoboam rested with his fathers and was buried with them in the City of David; his mother’s name was Naamah the Ammonite. And his son Abijam reigned in his place. 1 Kings 15:24 And Asa rested with his fathers and was buried with them in the city of his father David, and his son Jehoshaphat reigned in his place. 2 Chronicles 16:13 So in the forty-first year of his reign, Asa died and rested with his fathers. 1 Kings 2:10 Then David rested with his fathers and was buried in the City of David. 2 Chronicles 12:16 And Rehoboam rested with his fathers and was buried in the City of David. And his son Abijah reigned in his place. 1 Kings 11:43 And Solomon rested with his fathers and was buried in the city of his father David. And his son Rehoboam reigned in his place. 2 Chronicles 9:31 And Solomon rested with his fathers and was buried in the city of his father David. And his son Rehoboam reigned in his place. 1 Kings 22:50 And Jehoshaphat rested with his fathers and was buried with them in the city of his father David. And his son Jehoram 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. 1 Kings 16:6 And Baasha rested with his fathers and was buried in Tirzah, and his son Elah reigned in his place. 2 Chronicles 27:9 And Jotham rested with his fathers and was buried in the City of David. And his son Ahaz reigned in his place. 1 Kings 14:20 And the length of Jeroboam’s reign was twenty-two years, and he rested with his fathers, and his son Nadab reigned in his place. 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. Treasury of Scripture And Abijam slept with his fathers; and they buried him in the city of David: and Asa his son reigned in his stead. A. 1 Kings 14:1,31 At that time Abijah the son of Jeroboam fell sick… 2 Chronicles 14:1 So Abijah slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the city of David: and Asa his son reigned in his stead. In his days the land was quiet ten years. Asa 1 Chronicles 3:9 These were all the sons of David, beside the sons of the concubines, and Tamar their sister. Matthew 1:7,8 And Solomon begat Roboam; and Roboam begat Abia; and Abia begat Asa; … Jump to Previous Abijah Abijam Abi'jam Asa Buried Bury City David Earth Fathers Lieth Reign Reigned Rest Rested Slept Stead SucceededJump to Next Abijah Abijam Abi'jam Asa Buried Bury City David Earth Fathers Lieth Reign Reigned Rest Rested Slept Stead Succeeded1 Kings 15 1. Abijam's wicked reign7. Asa succeeds him 9. Asa's good reign 16. The war between Baasha and him causes him to make a league with Ben-Hadad 23. Jehoshaphat succeeds Asa 25. Nadab's wicked reign 27. Baasha conspiring against him, executes Ahijah's prophecy 31. Nadab's acts and death 33. Baasha's wicked reign And Abijam rested with his fathers This phrase indicates the death of Abijam, also known as Abijah, who was the king of Judah. The expression "rested with his fathers" is a common biblical euphemism for death, suggesting a continuation of lineage and tradition. It implies that Abijam was buried in the family tomb, a practice that was significant in maintaining family heritage and honor. This phrase also reflects the biblical theme of mortality and the transient nature of human life, as seen in other passages like Genesis 25:8 regarding Abraham. and was buried in the City of David and his son Asa reigned in his place Persons / Places / Events 1. AbijamAlso known as Abijah, he was the king of Judah and the son of Rehoboam. His reign was marked by a continuation of the idolatry and sins of his father. 2. City of David This is another name for Jerusalem, the capital of the united kingdom of Israel and later the southern kingdom of Judah. It is significant as the burial place of the kings of Judah. 3. Asa The son of Abijam, Asa became the king of Judah after his father's death. His reign was noted for religious reforms and a return to the worship of Yahweh. Teaching Points The Legacy of LeadershipAbijam's short reign serves as a reminder of the impact a leader's faithfulness or lack thereof can have on a nation. Leaders are called to guide their people towards righteousness. The Importance of Spiritual Reforms Asa's reign, which followed Abijam's, was marked by significant religious reforms. This highlights the importance of returning to God and removing idolatry from our lives. The Significance of Resting with the Fathers The phrase "rested with his fathers" signifies the end of a life and the continuation of a legacy. It prompts reflection on what kind of legacy we are leaving behind. The Role of the City of David Jerusalem, as the City of David, is a central place of worship and governance. It reminds us of the importance of having a spiritual center in our lives. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Kings 15:8?2. How does Asa's reign demonstrate faithfulness to God's commandments in 1 Kings 15:8? 3. What lessons can we learn from Asa's actions in 1 Kings 15:8? 4. How does Asa's leadership compare to his father's in 1 Kings 15? 5. What scriptural connections highlight Asa's commitment to God in 1 Kings 15? 6. How can we apply Asa's example of obedience in our daily lives? 7. How does 1 Kings 15:8 fit into the overall narrative of the Kings of Judah? 8. What historical evidence supports the events described in 1 Kings 15:8? 9. Why is the death of Abijam significant in 1 Kings 15:8? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Kings 15? 11. According to 1 Kings 9:15, Solomon used forced labor to build key cities, but do historical or archaeological records support such extensive construction under his reign? 12. In what year of King Asa's reign did Baasha, King of Israel die? Twenty-sixth year (I Kings 15:33 - 16:8) Still alive in the thirty-sixth year (2 Chronicles 16:1) 13. Did Joshua and the Israelites capture Jerusalem? Yes (Joshua 10:23, 40) No (Joshua 15:63) 14. Who were the kings of Israel and Judah? What Does 1 Kings 15:8 Mean And Abijam rested with his fathers• Scripture uses the phrase “rested with his fathers” as a simple, literal way to mark a believer’s physical death (1 Kings 2:10; 14:31). • The wording points to continuity with prior generations, reminding us that every king—even the powerful—eventually meets the same end (Psalm 90:3–6). • In 2 Chronicles 14:1 we read the identical sentence, underscoring that this is historical fact, not poetic symbolism. and was buried in the City of David • Burial “in the City of David” (Jerusalem) confirms Abijam belonged to the legitimate Davidic line (1 Kings 11:43). • God’s covenant promise that David’s dynasty would endure (2 Samuel 7:12–16) is on display every time a king is laid to rest in that city (2 Chronicles 12:16). • The mention of a specific burial place also roots the narrative in real geography, underscoring the reliability of the record (Luke 1:1–4). and his son Asa reigned in his place • The seamless transition highlights God’s faithfulness to maintain a lamp for David’s house despite the mixed faithfulness of individual kings (1 Kings 15:4, 9–11). • Asa’s coming reign is significant; unlike his father, he “did what was right in the eyes of the LORD” (2 Chronicles 14:2). • The phrase “in his place” reminds us that leadership is temporary; God alone is permanent King (Psalm 145:13). summary 1 Kings 15:8 is more than a genealogical footnote. It records the literal death of Abijam, his burial in Jerusalem, and the ascension of Asa, demonstrating: • the certainty of death for every generation, • the trustworthiness of God’s covenant to keep David’s line alive, and • the ongoing narrative of divine sovereignty as kings rise and fall while His purposes stand. Verse 8. - And Abijam slept with his fathers; and they buried him in the city of David [This fact alone should negative Lightfoot's theory as to his name; see note on 1 Kings 14:31]: and Ass his son reigned in his stead. The Reign of Asa.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew And Abijamאֲבִיָּם֙ (’ă·ḇî·yām) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 38: Abijam -- 'father of (the) sea', an Israelite name 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 and was buried וַיִּקְבְּר֥וּ (way·yiq·bə·rū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 6912: To inter in the City בְּעִ֣יר (bə·‘îr) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 5892: Excitement of David, דָּוִ֑ד (dā·wiḏ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1732: David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jesse and his son בְנ֖וֹ (ḇə·nōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1121: A son Asa אָסָ֥א (’ā·sā) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 609: Asa -- perhaps 'healer', an Israelite name reigned 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 Links 1 Kings 15:8 NIV1 Kings 15:8 NLT 1 Kings 15:8 ESV 1 Kings 15:8 NASB 1 Kings 15:8 KJV 1 Kings 15:8 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 15:8 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 15:8 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 15:8 French Bible 1 Kings 15:8 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 15:8 Abijam slept with his fathers (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |
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