New International Version So they took him out of his chariot, put him in his other chariot and brought him to Jerusalem, where he died. He was buried in the tombs of his ancestors, and all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for him. New Living Translation So they lifted Josiah out of his chariot and placed him in another chariot. Then they brought him back to Jerusalem, where he died. He was buried there in the royal cemetery. And all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for him. English Standard Version So his servants took him out of the chariot and carried him in his second chariot and brought him to Jerusalem. And he died and was buried in the tombs of his fathers. All Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. Berean Standard Bible So his servants took him out of his chariot, put him in his second chariot, and brought him to Jerusalem, where he died. And Josiah was buried in the tomb of his fathers, and all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for him. Berean Literal Bible And His servants took him out from the chariot, and they made him ride in the second chariot that was unto him, and they brought him to Jerusalem. And he died and was buried in the tombs of his fathers, and all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. King James Bible His servants therefore took him out of that chariot, and put him in the second chariot that he had; and they brought him to Jerusalem, and he died, and was buried in one of the sepulchres of his fathers. And all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. New King James Version His servants therefore took him out of that chariot and put him in the second chariot that he had, and they brought him to Jerusalem. So he died, and was buried in one of the tombs of his fathers. And all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. New American Standard Bible So his servants took him out of the chariot and carried him on the second chariot which he had, and brought him to Jerusalem where he died and was buried in the tombs of his fathers. All Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. NASB 1995 So his servants took him out of the chariot and carried him in the second chariot which he had, and brought him to Jerusalem where he died and was buried in the tombs of his fathers. All Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. NASB 1977 So his servants took him out of the chariot and carried him in the second chariot which he had, and brought him to Jerusalem where he died and was buried in the tombs of his fathers. And all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. Legacy Standard Bible So his servants took him out of the chariot and drove him in the second chariot which he had, and brought him to Jerusalem where he died, and he was buried in the tombs of his fathers. And all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. Amplified Bible So his servants took him out of the chariot and carried him in the second chariot which he had, and brought him to Jerusalem where he died and was buried in the tombs of his fathers. All Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. Berean Annotated Bible So his servants took him out of his chariot, put him in his second chariot, and brought him to Jerusalem (city of peace), where he died. And Josiah was buried in the tomb of his fathers, and all Judah (praised) and Jerusalem mourned for him (whom YHWH heals). Christian Standard Bible So his servants took him out of the war chariot, carried him in his second chariot, and brought him to Jerusalem. Then he died, and they buried him in the tomb of his ancestors. All Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. Holman Christian Standard Bible So his servants took him out of the war chariot, carried him in his second chariot, and brought him to Jerusalem. Then he died, and they buried him in the tomb of his fathers. All Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. American Standard Version So his servants took him out of the chariot, and put him in the second chariot that he had, and brought him to Jerusalem; and he died, and was buried in the sepulchres of his fathers. And all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. Contemporary English Version They carried Josiah out of his chariot, then put him in the other chariot he had there and took him back to Jerusalem, where he soon died. He was buried beside his ancestors, and everyone in Judah and Jerusalem mourned his death. English Revised Version So his servants took him out of the chariot, and put him in the second chariot that he had, and brought him to Jerusalem; and he died, and was buried in the sepulchres of his fathers. And all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. GOD'S WORD® Translation His officers took him out of the chariot and brought him to Jerusalem in his other chariot. He died and was buried in the tombs of his ancestors. All Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. Good News Translation They lifted him out of his chariot, placed him in a second chariot which he had there, and took him to Jerusalem. There he died and was buried in the royal tombs. All the people of Judah and Jerusalem mourned his death. International Standard Version So his servants removed him from the chariot he was in and carried him away in a backup chariot that he had and took him back to Jerusalem, where he died and was buried in the tombs of his ancestors. All of Judah and Jerusalem went into mourning for Josiah. NET Bible So his servants took him out of the chariot, put him in another chariot that he owned, and brought him to Jerusalem, where he died. He was buried in the tombs of his ancestors; all the people of Judah and Jerusalem mourned Josiah. New Heart English Bible So his servants took him out of the chariot, and put him in the second chariot that he had, and brought him to Jerusalem; and he died, and was buried in the tombs of his fathers. All Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. Webster's Bible Translation His servants therefore took him out of that chariot, and put him in the second chariot that he had; and they brought him to Jerusalem, and he died, and was buried in one of the sepulchers of his fathers. And all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSo his servants took him out of his chariot, put him in his second chariot, and brought him to Jerusalem, where he died. And Josiah was buried in the tomb of his fathers, and all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for him. World English Bible So his servants took him out of the chariot, and put him in the second chariot that he had, and brought him to Jerusalem; and he died, and was buried in the tombs of his fathers. All Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd his servants remove him from the chariot, and cause him to ride on the second chariot that he has, and cause him to go to Jerusalem, and he dies, and is buried in the graves of his fathers, and all Judah and Jerusalem are mourning for Josiah, Berean Literal Bible And His servants took him out from the chariot, and they made him ride in the second chariot that was unto him, and they brought him to Jerusalem. And he died and was buried in the tombs of his fathers, and all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. Young's Literal Translation And his servants remove him from the chariot, and cause him to ride on the second chariot that he hath, and cause him to go to Jerusalem, and he dieth, and is buried in the graves of his fathers, and all Judah and Jerusalem are mourning for Josiah, Smith's Literal Translation And his servants will cause him to pass from the chariot, and they will cause him to ride in the second chariot which was to him; and they will cause him to go to Jerusalem, and he will die, and be buried in the graves of his fathers. And all Judah and Jerusalem mourning for Josiah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd they removed him from the chariot into another, that followed him after the manner of kings, and they carried him away to Jerusalem, and he died, and was buried in the monument of his fathers, and all Juda and Jerusalem mourned for him, Catholic Public Domain Version And they took him from the chariot, into another chariot which was following him, as was the custom of kings. And they transported him to Jerusalem. And he died, and he was buried in the mausoleum of his fathers. And all of Judah and Jerusalem mourned for him, New American Bible His servants took him from his own chariot, placed him in the one he had in reserve, and brought him to Jerusalem, where he died. He was buried in the tombs of his ancestors, and all Judah and Jerusalem mourned him. New Revised Standard Version So his servants took him out of the chariot and carried him in his second chariot and brought him to Jerusalem. There he died, and was buried in the tombs of his ancestors. All Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleSo his servants took him out of the chariot, and put him into his own royal chariot; and they brought him to Jerusalem, and he died and was buried in the sepulchres of his fathers. And all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And his Servants took him from the chariot, and they set him in a twohorse chariot of his kingdom, and they brought him to Jerusalem and he died, and they buried him in the tombs of his fathers, and all of them of the house Yehuda and the inhabitants of Jerusalem were keeping lamentation for Yoshiah. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917So his servants took him out of the chariot, and put him in the second chariot that he had, and brought him to Jerusalem; and he died, and was buried in the sepulchres of his fathers. And all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. Brenton Septuagint Translation And his servants lifted him out of the chariot, and put him in the second chariot which he had, and brought him to Jerusalem; and he died, and was buried with his fathers: and all Juda and Jerusalem lamented over Josias. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Death of Josiah…23There the archers shot King Josiah, who said to his servants, “Take me away, for I am badly wounded!” 24So his servants took him out of his chariot, put him in his second chariot, and brought him to Jerusalem, where he died. And Josiah was buried in the tomb of his fathers, and all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for him. Cross References So his servants took him out of his chariot, 1 Kings 22:34 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 Kings 23:29 During Josiah’s reign, Pharaoh Neco king of Egypt marched up to help the king of Assyria at the Euphrates River. King Josiah went out to confront him, but Neco faced him and killed him at Megiddo. put him in his second chariot, 2 Kings 23:30 From Megiddo his servants carried his body in a chariot, brought him to Jerusalem, and buried him in his own tomb. Then the people of the land took Jehoahaz son of Josiah, anointed him, and made him king in place of his father. 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. and brought him to Jerusalem, 2 Kings 14:20 They carried him back on horses and buried him in Jerusalem with his fathers in the City of David. 2 Kings 15:38 And Jotham rested with his fathers and was buried with them in the City of David his father. And his son Ahaz reigned in his place. where he died. 1 Kings 22:35 The battle raged throughout that day, and the king was propped up in his chariot facing the Arameans. And the blood from his wound ran out onto the floor of the chariot, and that evening he died. 2 Kings 9:24 Then Jehu drew his bow and shot Joram between the shoulders. The arrow pierced his heart, and he slumped down in his chariot. And Josiah was buried in the tomb of his fathers, 1 Kings 2:10 Then David rested with his fathers and was buried in the City of David. 2 Chronicles 16:14 And he was buried in the tomb that he had cut out for himself in the City of David. They laid him on a bier that was full of spices and various blended perfumes; then they made a great fire in his honor. and all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for him. 2 Chronicles 24:16 And Jehoiada was buried with the kings in the City of David, because he had done what was good in Israel for God and His temple. 1 Samuel 25:1 When Samuel died, all Israel gathered to mourn for him; and they buried him at his home in Ramah. Then David set out and went down to the Wilderness of Paran. Jeremiah 22:10 Do not weep for him who is dead; do not mourn his loss. Weep bitterly for him who is exiled, for he will never return to see his native land. Lamentations 4:20 The LORD’s anointed, the breath of our life, was captured in their pits. We had said of him, “Under his shadow we will live among the nations.” Zechariah 12:11 On that day the wailing in Jerusalem will be as great as the wailing of Hadad-rimmon in the plain of Megiddo. 2 Chronicles 34:28 ‘Now I will indeed gather you to your fathers, and you will be gathered to your grave in peace. Your eyes will not see all the calamity that I will bring on this place and on its people.’” So they brought her answer back to the king. Treasury of Scripture His servants therefore took him out of that chariot, and put him in the second chariot that he had; and they brought him to Jerusalem, and he died, and was buried in one of the sepulchers of his fathers. And all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah. the second Genesis 41:43 And he made him to ride in the second chariot which he had; and they cried before him, Bow the knee: and he made him ruler over all the land of Egypt. they 2 Kings 23:30 And his servants carried him in a chariot dead from Megiddo, and brought him to Jerusalem, and buried him in his own sepulchre. And the people of the land took Jehoahaz the son of Josiah, and anointed him, and made him king in his father's stead. died Psalm 36:6 Thy righteousness is like the great mountains; thy judgments are a great deep: O LORD, thou preservest man and beast. Ecclesiastes 8:14 There is a vanity which is done upon the earth; that there be just men, unto whom it happeneth according to the work of the wicked; again, there be wicked men, to whom it happeneth according to the work of the righteous: I said that this also is vanity. Ecclesiastes 9:1,2 For all this I considered in my heart even to declare all this, that the righteous, and the wise, and their works, are in the hand of God: no man knoweth either love or hatred by all that is before them… in one of the. 2 Chronicles 34:28 Behold, I will gather thee to thy fathers, and thou shalt be gathered to thy grave in peace, neither shall thine eyes see all the evil that I will bring upon this place, and upon the inhabitants of the same. So they brought the king word again. Judah Zechariah 12:11 In that day shall there be a great mourning in Jerusalem, as the mourning of Hadadrimmon in the valley of Megiddon. Jump to Previous Body Buried Carriage Carried Cause Chariot Died Dieth End Fathers Graves Jerusalem Josiah Josi'ah Judah Line Mourned Mourning Remove Resting-Place Ride Second Sepulchers Sepulchres Servants Tombs War-CarriagesJump to Next Body Buried Carriage Carried Cause Chariot Died Dieth End Fathers Graves Jerusalem Josiah Josi'ah Judah Line Mourned Mourning Remove Resting-Place Ride Second Sepulchers Sepulchres Servants Tombs War-Carriages2 Chronicles 35 1. Josiah keeps a most solemn Passover20. He provoking Pharaoh Neco, is slain at Megiddo 25. Lamentations for Josiah So his servants took him out of his chariot, Josiah’s attendants acted quickly after he was mortally wounded at Megiddo, removing him from the battle and attempting to preserve his life. 1Ki 22:34 However, a certain man drew his bow without taking special aim… put him in his second chariot, The second chariot was evidently available for the king’s transport and carried him away from the fighting. 2Ki 23:30 From Megiddo his servants carried his body in a chariot… and brought him to Jerusalem, His servants returned him to Judah’s capital, where the king’s household, officials, and people could attend to him. 2Ki 14:20 They carried him back on horses and buried him in Jerusalem… where he died. Josiah’s death ended the reign of a king who had led Judah in substantial reform and renewed covenant faithfulness. His loss came at a critical time as Judah faced increasing danger from the surrounding powers. 1Ki 22:35 The battle raged throughout that day, and the king… And Josiah was buried in the tomb of his fathers, He received the burial honor due a Davidic king, being laid among Judah’s former rulers. 1Ki 2:10 Then David rested with his fathers and was buried… and all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for him. The nation grieved deeply for Josiah, whose leadership had brought a period of spiritual renewal and stability to Judah. 2Ch 24:16 And Jehoiada was buried with the kings in the City of David,… Persons / Places / Events 1. JosiahThe King of Judah, known for his religious reforms and dedication to God. His death marks a significant moment in Judah's history. 2. Servants The individuals who attended to King Josiah, demonstrating loyalty and care in his final moments. 3. Chariot The vehicle used in battle, symbolizing the king's role as a leader and warrior. 4. Jerusalem The capital city of Judah, a central place of worship and governance, where Josiah was brought after his injury. 5. Tombs of his fathers The burial place for the kings of Judah, signifying honor and continuity with his ancestors. Teaching Points The Legacy of LeadershipJosiah's life and reforms left a lasting impact on Judah. Reflect on the importance of godly leadership and the legacy we leave behind. The Reality of Mortality Despite Josiah's righteousness, he faced death. This reminds us of the inevitability of mortality and the need to live with an eternal perspective. Communal Grief and Mourning The mourning of Judah and Jerusalem highlights the importance of communal support in times of loss. Consider how we can support others in their grief. The Role of Servants The actions of Josiah's servants demonstrate loyalty and service. Reflect on how we can serve others faithfully, even in difficult circumstances. The Significance of Burial Being buried in the tombs of his fathers signifies honor and respect. Consider how we honor those who have gone before us in our traditions and actions. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 35:24?2. How does Josiah's death in 2 Chronicles 35:24 impact Israel's spiritual direction? 3. What lessons can we learn from Josiah's actions before his death? 4. How does Josiah's death fulfill God's warnings in Deuteronomy about disobedience? 5. How can we apply Josiah's dedication to God in our daily lives? 6. What does Josiah's legacy teach us about leadership and faithfulness to God's commands? 7. Why did King Josiah ignore God's warning through Pharaoh Necho in 2 Chronicles 35:24? 8. How does Josiah's death in 2 Chronicles 35:24 challenge the idea of divine protection for the righteous? 9. What does 2 Chronicles 35:24 reveal about God's sovereignty over life and death? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Chronicles 35? (24) That chariot.--The (war) chariot. Put him.--Made him ride. Brought him to Jerusalem, and he died.--2Kings 23:30 says: "And his servants made him ride dead (or dying) from Megiddo.' Even if it be not permissible to render meth "dying," we cannot agree with the suggestion of Thenius that the account of Chronicles is simply an arbitrary alteration of the older narrative for the sake of literary effect. The divergence proves that the chronicler had special sources of information at his command. The second chariot was no doubt a more comfortable one, reserved in case of such an emergency. In one of the sepulchres.--Omit one of. Kings, "in his own sepulchre," which would be a chamber among those of his immediate ancestors, Manasseh and Amon. (See 2Kings 21:18.) Mourned.--Were mourning. Verse 24. - And he died. If the form of words used in the parallel, 2 Kings 23:30, be followed, Josiah was dead before they reached Jerusalem. And all... mourned for Josiah. We still find no note whatever of blame attributed to Josiah, and the general mourning (Zechariah 12:11) appears to have been most genuine. 2 Chronicles 35:24 records a sequence of faithful service, royal honor, prophetic fulfillment, and communal sorrow. Josiah’s attendants act quickly, affirming loyal service. The second chariot underscores urgency and dignity. Jerusalem becomes the setting for his final moments, fulfilling divine appointment. Burial with his fathers honors the king and vindicates God’s promise. The nation’s mourning reveals how deeply righteousness influences a people. Together, the verse reminds us that godly leaders are gifts from God, mortal like all of us, and their loss should move hearts to renewed devotion and obedience.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew So his servantsעֲבָדָ֜יו (‘ă·ḇā·ḏāw) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 5650: Slave, servant took him וַיַּֽעֲבִירֻ֨הוּ (way·ya·‘ă·ḇî·ru·hū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural | third person masculine singular Strong's 5674: To pass over, through, or by, pass on out מִן־ (min-) Preposition Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of of his chariot, הַמֶּרְכָּבָ֗ה (ham·mer·kā·ḇāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4818: A chariot put him וַֽיַּרְכִּיבֻהוּ֮ (way·yar·kî·ḇu·hū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural | third person masculine singular Strong's 7392: To ride, to place upon, to despatch in עַ֣ל (‘al) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against his second הַמִּשְׁנֶה֮ (ham·miš·neh) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4932: A repetition, a duplicate, a double, a second chariot, רֶ֣כֶב (re·ḵeḇ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7393: A vehicle, a team, cavalry, a rider, the upper millstone and brought him וַיּוֹלִיכֻ֙הוּ֙ (way·yō·w·lî·ḵu·hū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural | third person masculine singular Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk to Jerusalem, יְר֣וּשָׁלִַ֔ם (yə·rū·šā·lim) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel where he died. וַיָּ֕מָת (way·yā·māṯ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 4191: To die, to kill And [Josiah] was buried וַיִּקָּבֵ֖ר (way·yiq·qā·ḇêr) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6912: To inter in the tomb בְּקִבְר֣וֹת (bə·qiḇ·rō·wṯ) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 6913: A grave, sepulcher of his fathers, אֲבֹתָ֑יו (’ă·ḇō·ṯāw) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1: Father and all וְכָל־ (wə·ḵāl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every Judah יְהוּדָה֙ (yə·hū·ḏāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3063: Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites and Jerusalem וִיר֣וּשָׁלִַ֔ם (wî·rū·šā·lim) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel mourned מִֽתְאַבְּלִ֖ים (miṯ·’ab·bə·lîm) Verb - Hitpael - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 56: To bewail for עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against [him]. יֹאשִׁיָּֽהוּ׃ (yō·šî·yā·hū) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2977: Josiah -- 'Yah supports', two Israelites Additonal Resources 2 Chronicles 35:24 Blue Letter Bible2 Chronicles 35:24 Bible Gateway 2 Chronicles 35:24 Bible.com 2 Chronicles 35:24 NIV |
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