1 Kings 22:37
New International Version
So the king died and was brought to Samaria, and they buried him there.

New Living Translation
So the king died, and his body was taken to Samaria and buried there.

English Standard Version
So the king died, and was brought to Samaria. And they buried the king in Samaria.

Berean Standard Bible
So the king died and was brought to Samaria, where they buried him.

King James Bible
So the king died, and was brought to Samaria; and they buried the king in Samaria.

New King James Version
So the king died, and was brought to Samaria. And they buried the king in Samaria.

New American Standard Bible
So the king died and was brought to Samaria, and they buried the king in Samaria.

NASB 1995
So the king died and was brought to Samaria, and they buried the king in Samaria.

NASB 1977
So the king died and was brought to Samaria, and they buried the king in Samaria.

Legacy Standard Bible
So the king died and was brought to Samaria, and they buried the king in Samaria.

Amplified Bible
So the king died and was brought to Samaria, and they buried the king in Samaria.

Christian Standard Bible
So the king died and was brought to Samaria. They buried the king in Samaria.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
So the king died and was brought to Samaria. They buried the king in Samaria.

American Standard Version
So the king died, and was brought to Samaria; and they buried the king in Samaria.

Contemporary English Version
Ahab's body was taken to Samaria and buried there.

English Revised Version
So the king died, and was brought to Samaria; and they buried the king in Samaria.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
When the king was dead, he was brought to Samaria to be buried.

Good News Translation
So died King Ahab. His body was taken to Samaria and buried.

International Standard Version
So the king died and was brought back to Samaria, and they buried the king in Samaria.

Majority Standard Bible
So the king died and was brought to Samaria, where they buried him.

NET Bible
So the king died and was taken to Samaria, where they buried him.

New Heart English Bible
So the king died, and was brought to Samaria; and they buried the king in Samaria.

Webster's Bible Translation
So the king died, and was brought to Samaria; and they buried the king in Samaria.

World English Bible
So the king died, and was brought to Samaria; and they buried the king in Samaria.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And the king dies, and comes into Samaria, and they bury the king in Samaria;

Young's Literal Translation
And the king dieth, and cometh into Samaria, and they bury the king in Samaria;

Smith's Literal Translation
And the king will die, and he will be brought to Shomeron; and they will bury the king in Shomeron.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the king died, b and was carried into Samaria: and they buried the king in Samaria.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Then the king died, and he was carried into Samaria. And they buried the king in Samaria.

New American Bible
And so the king died, and came back to Samaria, and they buried him there.

New Revised Standard Version
So the king died, and was brought to Samaria; they buried the king in Samaria.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
So the king died and was brought to Samaria; and they buried him in Samaria.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the King died and entered Samaria, and they buried the King in Samaria.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
So the king died, and was brought to Samaria; and they buried the king in Samaria.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
for the king is dead. And they came to Samaria, and buried the king in Samaria.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Ahab's Defeat and Death
36As the sun was setting, the cry rang out in the army: “Every man to his own city, and every man to his own land!” 37So the king died and was brought to Samaria, where they buried him. 38And the chariot was washed at the pool of Samaria where the prostitutes bathed, and the dogs licked up Ahab’s blood, according to the word that the LORD had spoken.…

Cross References
2 Chronicles 18:34
The battle raged throughout that day, and the king of Israel propped himself up in his chariot facing the Arameans until evening. And at sunset he died.

2 Chronicles 18:19
And the LORD said, ‘Who will entice Ahab king of Israel to march up and fall at Ramoth-gilead?’ And one suggested this, and another that.

2 Chronicles 18:16
So Micaiah declared: “I saw all Israel scattered on the hills like sheep without a shepherd. And the LORD said, ‘These people have no master; let each one return home in peace.’”

2 Chronicles 18:27
But Micaiah replied, “If you ever return safely, the LORD has not spoken through me.” Then he added, “Take heed, all you people!”

2 Chronicles 18:33
However, a certain man drew his bow without taking special aim, and he struck the king of Israel between the joints of his armor. So the king said to his charioteer, “Turn around and take me out of the battle, for I am badly wounded!”

2 Chronicles 18:28
So the king of Israel and Jehoshaphat king of Judah went up to Ramoth-gilead.

2 Chronicles 18:29
And the king of Israel said to Jehoshaphat, “I will disguise myself and go into battle, but you wear your royal robes.” So the king of Israel disguised himself and went into battle.

2 Chronicles 18:30
Now the king of Aram had ordered his chariot commanders, “Do not fight with anyone, small or great, except the king of Israel.”

2 Chronicles 18:31
When the chariot commanders saw Jehoshaphat, they said, “This is the king of Israel!” So they turned to fight against him, but Jehoshaphat cried out, and the LORD helped him. God drew them away from him.

2 Chronicles 18:32
And when the chariot commanders saw that he was not the king of Israel, they turned back from pursuing him.


Treasury of Scripture

So the king died, and was brought to Samaria; and they buried the king in Samaria.

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1 Kings 22
1. Ahab, seduced by false prophets, by Michaiah's word, is slain at Ramoth Gilead
37. 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














So the king died
This phrase refers to the death of King Ahab, the ruler of the northern kingdom of Israel. Ahab's death fulfills the prophecy given by the prophet Micaiah (1 Kings 22:17-28) and Elijah (1 Kings 21:19) regarding his demise. Ahab's death in battle against the Arameans at Ramoth-gilead marks the end of his reign, which was characterized by idolatry and conflict with the prophets of Yahweh. His death serves as a divine judgment for his disobedience and the influence of his wife, Jezebel, in leading Israel into Baal worship.

and was brought to Samaria
Samaria was the capital of the northern kingdom of Israel, established by Ahab's father, King Omri. It was a significant city both politically and religiously, often associated with the worship of foreign gods due to Ahab's marriage to Jezebel. The transportation of Ahab's body to Samaria signifies the return of the king to his royal city, where he had established his rule and built a palace. This act of bringing the king back to the capital for burial reflects the common practice of honoring a king by interring him in the city of his reign.

where they buried him
The burial of Ahab in Samaria indicates the continuation of royal customs despite his ignominious death. Burial practices in ancient Israel were significant, often involving family tombs or burial sites within the city. Ahab's burial in Samaria, despite his failures and the judgment pronounced upon him, underscores the respect for the office of the king. This burial also contrasts with the fate of Jezebel, whose body was left unburied as prophesied by Elijah (2 Kings 9:36-37), highlighting the differing ends of the king and queen.

Persons / Places / Events
1. King Ahab
The king of Israel who died in battle as prophesied by the prophet Micaiah. His reign was marked by idolatry and disobedience to God.

2. Samaria
The capital city of the Northern Kingdom of Israel, where King Ahab was brought and buried. It was a center of political and religious activity.

3. The Battle of Ramoth-gilead
The battle where King Ahab was mortally wounded. This event fulfilled the prophecy of Micaiah regarding Ahab's death.

4. Prophet Micaiah
A prophet of the Lord who foretold Ahab's death, standing firm in his message despite opposition from false prophets.

5. Jehoshaphat
The king of Judah who allied with Ahab in the battle against Aram, highlighting the political alliances of the time.
Teaching Points
The Certainty of God's Word
God's prophecies, as delivered by His true prophets, are certain and will come to pass. Ahab's death is a testament to the reliability of God's word.

The Consequences of Disobedience
Ahab's life and reign illustrate the severe consequences of turning away from God and embracing idolatry and injustice.

The Importance of Godly Counsel
Seeking and heeding godly counsel, as opposed to surrounding oneself with false prophets, is crucial for making decisions that align with God's will.

The Influence of Leadership
Ahab's leadership had a profound impact on Israel, leading them into sin. This highlights the responsibility of leaders to guide their people in righteousness.

The Role of Divine Justice
God's justice is evident in the fulfillment of prophecy against Ahab, reminding us that God will ultimately hold everyone accountable for their actions.Verse 37. - So the king died [The LXX. makes this to be a part of the proclamation ἕκαστος εἰς τὴν... γῆν ὅτι τέθνηκεν ὁ βασιλεύς, which involves a very slight change in the Hebrew text, כי מת המל instead of וימת המל and gives a better sense. It has already been stated that the king died. Such repetitions however are common in Hebrew, and this reading has almost the look of an emendation] and was brought [Heb. came. The A.V. is against the grammar. As "came" would be a strange word to use of a dead man, it is highly probable that instead of ויבזא we should read ויבואו with the LXX. καὶ ῆλθον] to Samaria; and they buried the king in Samaria ["with his father," 1 Kings 16:28].

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
So the king
הַמֶּ֔לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4428: A king

died
וַיָּ֣מָת (way·yā·māṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 4191: To die, to kill

and was brought
וַיָּב֖וֹא (way·yā·ḇō·w)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

to Samaria,
שֹׁמְר֑וֹן (šō·mə·rō·wn)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 8111: Samaria -- capital of northern kingdom of Israel

where they buried
וַיִּקְבְּר֥וּ (way·yiq·bə·rū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 6912: To inter

[him].
הַמֶּ֖לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4428: A king


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