New International Version In the seventeenth year of Pekah son of Remaliah, Ahaz son of Jotham king of Judah began to reign. New Living Translation Ahaz son of Jotham began to rule over Judah in the seventeenth year of King Pekah’s reign in Israel. English Standard Version In the seventeenth year of Pekah the son of Remaliah, Ahaz the son of Jotham, king of Judah, began to reign. Berean Standard Bible In the seventeenth year of Pekah son of Remaliah, Ahaz son of Jotham became king of Judah. Berean Literal Bible In the seventh year and tenth year of Pekah son of Remaliah, Ahaz son of Jotham king of Judah began to reign. King James Bible In the seventeenth year of Pekah the son of Remaliah Ahaz the son of Jotham king of Judah began to reign. New King James Version In the seventeenth year of Pekah the son of Remaliah, Ahaz the son of Jotham, king of Judah, began to reign. New American Standard Bible In the seventeenth year of Pekah the son of Remaliah, Ahaz the son of Jotham, king of Judah, became king. NASB 1995 In the seventeenth year of Pekah the son of Remaliah, Ahaz the son of Jotham, king of Judah, became king. NASB 1977 In the seventeenth year of Pekah the son of Remaliah, Ahaz the son of Jotham, king of Judah, became king. Legacy Standard Bible In the seventeenth year of Pekah the son of Remaliah, Ahaz the son of Jotham, king of Judah, became king. Amplified Bible In the seventeenth year of Pekah the son of Remaliah, Ahaz the son of Jotham, king of Judah, became king. Berean Annotated Bible In the seventeenth year of Pekah (expand) son of Remaliah (protected by YHWH), Ahaz (he has grasped) son of Jotham (YHWH is perfect) became king of Judah (praised). Christian Standard Bible In the seventeenth year of Pekah son of Remaliah, Ahaz son of Jotham became king of Judah. Holman Christian Standard Bible In the seventeenth year of Pekah son of Remaliah, Ahaz son of Jotham became king of Judah. American Standard Version In the seventeenth year of Pekah the son of Remaliah Ahaz the son of Jotham king of Judah began to reign. Contemporary English Version Ahaz son of Jotham became king of Judah in the seventeenth year of Pekah's rule in Israel. English Revised Version In the seventeenth year of Pekah the son of Remaliah Ahaz the son of Jotham king of Judah began to reign. GOD'S WORD® Translation Pekah, son of Remaliah, was in his seventeenth year as king of Israel when King Ahaz, son of Jotham, began to rule as king of Judah. Good News Translation In the seventeenth year of the reign of Pekah son of Remaliah as king of Israel, Ahaz son of Jotham became king of Judah International Standard Version During the seventeenth year of the reign of Remaliah's son Pekah, Jotham's son Ahaz became king of Judah. NET Bible In the seventeenth year of the reign of Pekah son of Remaliah, Jotham's son Ahaz became king over Judah. New Heart English Bible In the seventeenth year of Pekah the son of Remaliah Ahaz the son of Jotham king of Judah began to reign. Webster's Bible Translation In the seventeenth year of Pekah the son of Remaliah Ahaz the son of Jotham king of Judah began to reign. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleIn the seventeenth year of Pekah son of Remaliah, Ahaz son of Jotham became king of Judah. World English Bible In the seventeenth year of Pekah the son of Remaliah, Ahaz the son of Jotham king of Judah began to reign. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionIn the seventeenth year of Pekah son of Remaliah, Ahaz son of Jotham, king of Judah, has reigned. Berean Literal Bible In the seventh year and tenth year of Pekah son of Remaliah, Ahaz son of Jotham king of Judah began to reign. Young's Literal Translation In the seventeenth year of Pekah son of Remaliah reigned hath Ahaz son of Jotham king of Judah. Smith's Literal Translation In the year the seventeenth to Pekah son of Remaliah, reigned Ahaz son of Jotham king of Judah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleIn the seventeenth year of Phacee the son of Romelia reigned Achaz the son of Joatham king of Juda. Catholic Public Domain Version In the seventeenth year of Pekah, the son of Remaliah: Ahaz, the son of Jotham, reigned as king of Judah. New American Bible In the seventeenth year of Pekah, son of Remaliah, Ahaz, son of Jotham, king of Judah, became king. New Revised Standard Version In the seventeenth year of Pekah son of Remaliah, King Ahaz son of Jotham of Judah began to reign. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleIN the eighteenth year of Pekah the son of Romaliah, Ahaz the son of Jotham king of Judah began to reign. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated In the eighteenth year of Piqakh, son of Rumalia, King of Israel, Akhaz, son of Yotham, King of Yehuda, became king. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917In the seventeenth year of Pekah the son of Remaliah Ahaz the son of Jotham king of Judah began to reign. Brenton Septuagint Translation In the seventeenth year of Phakee son of Romelias began Achaz the son of Joatham king of Juda to reign. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Ahaz Reigns in Judah1In the seventeenth year of Pekah son of Remaliah, Ahaz son of Jotham became king of Judah. 2Ahaz was twenty years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem sixteen years. And unlike David his father, he did not do what was right in the eyes of the LORD his God.… Cross References In the seventeenth year of Pekah son of Remaliah, 2 Kings 15:27 In the fifty-second year of Azariah’s reign over Judah, Pekah son of Remaliah became king of Israel, and he reigned in Samaria twenty years. 2 Kings 15:32 In the second year of the reign of Pekah son of Remaliah over Israel, Jotham son of Uzziah became king of Judah. 2 Kings 15:30 Then Hoshea son of Elah led a conspiracy against Pekah son of Remaliah. In the twentieth year of Jotham son of Uzziah, Hoshea attacked Pekah, killed him, and reigned in his place. Ahaz son of Jotham Isaiah 7:1 Now in the days that Ahaz son of Jotham, the son of Uzziah, was king of Judah, Rezin king of Aram marched up to wage war against Jerusalem. He was accompanied by Pekah son of Remaliah the king of Israel, but he could not overpower the city. Matthew 1:9 Uzziah was the father of Jotham, Jotham the father of Ahaz, and Ahaz the father of Hezekiah. 1 Chronicles 3:12 Amaziah his son, Azariah his son, Jotham his son, became king of Judah. 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. 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. 2 Chronicles 28:1 Ahaz was twenty years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem sixteen years. And unlike David his father, he did not do what was right in the eyes of the LORD. 2 Kings 15:37 (In those days the LORD began to send Rezin king of Aram and Pekah son of Remaliah against Judah.) 2 Kings 18:1 In the third year of the reign of Hoshea son of Elah over Israel, Hezekiah son of Ahaz became king of Judah. 2 Kings 18:2 He was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem twenty-nine years. His mother’s name was Abi, the daughter of Zechariah. 2 Kings 18:3 And he did what was right in the eyes of the LORD, just as his father David had done. 2 Kings 18:4 He removed the high places, shattered the sacred pillars, and cut down the Asherah poles. He also demolished the bronze snake called Nehushtan that Moses had made, for up to that time the Israelites had burned incense to it. 2 Kings 18:5 Hezekiah trusted in the LORD, the God of Israel. No king of Judah was like him, either before him or after him. 2 Kings 18:6 He remained faithful to the LORD and did not turn from following Him; he kept the commandments that the LORD had given Moses. Treasury of Scripture In the seventeenth year of Pekah the son of Remaliah Ahaz the son of Jotham king of Judah began to reign. seventeenth 2 Kings 15:27-30,32,33 In the two and fiftieth year of Azariah king of Judah Pekah the son of Remaliah began to reign over Israel in Samaria, and reigned twenty years… Ahaz 2 Kings 15:38 And Jotham slept with his fathers, and was buried with his fathers in the city of David his father: and Ahaz his son reigned in his stead. 2 Chronicles 28:1 Ahaz was twenty years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem: but he did not that which was right in the sight of the LORD, like David his father: Isaiah 1:1 The vision of Isaiah the son of Amoz, which he saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem in the days of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah. Jump to Previous Ahaz Jotham Judah Pekah Reign Reigned Remaliah Remali'ah SeventeenthJump to Next Ahaz Jotham Judah Pekah Reign Reigned Remaliah Remali'ah Seventeenth2 Kings 16 1. Ahaz's wicked reign5. Ahaz, assailed by Rezin and Pekah, hires Tiglath-Pileser against them 10. Ahaz, sending a pattern of an altar from Damascus to Urijah, 12. diverts the bronze altar to his own devotions, 17. He raids the temple 19. Hezekiah succeeds him In the seventeenth year of Pekah son of Remaliah, Pekah ruled the northern kingdom during a period of deep instability, rebellion, and increasing Assyrian domination. He joined Rezin king of Aram in resisting Assyria and pressured Judah to join their coalition, bringing the threat of war to Jerusalem. The dating by Pekah’s reign underscores that Judah’s history unfolded alongside Israel’s accelerating decline toward exile. 2Ki 15:27 In the fifty-second year of Azariah’s reign over Judah,… Ahaz son of Jotham Ahaz inherited the Davidic throne from Jotham, whose reign had generally followed the Lord. Yet Ahaz rejected that inheritance of faith and led Judah into serious idolatry, even sacrificing his son in pagan worship (2 Kings 16:3). Faced with enemies, he sought deliverance through Assyria rather than trusting the covenant God who had promised to preserve David’s house. Isa 7:1 Now in the days that Ahaz son of Jotham,… became king of Judah. Ahaz’s accession began a spiritually dark reign in Judah. His submission to Assyria brought temporary political relief but also imposed tribute, foreign influence, and corruption upon Judah’s worship. Though Ahaz proved unfaithful, the Lord did not abandon His promise to David; through this endangered royal line would come Hezekiah and, ultimately, Jesus Christ, the true King. 2Ki 15:38 And Jotham rested with his fathers and was buried… Persons / Places / Events 1. AhazThe son of Jotham, who became king of Judah. His reign is marked by significant religious and political challenges, including idolatry and alliances with foreign powers. 2. Jotham The father of Ahaz and the previous king of Judah. Known for his relatively righteous reign compared to his son, Jotham's legacy is overshadowed by Ahaz's actions. 3. Pekah The son of Remaliah and king of Israel during Ahaz's ascension. His reign is characterized by conflict with Judah and alliances with other nations. 4. Judah The southern kingdom of Israel, where Ahaz ruled. It is significant as the lineage of David and the location of Jerusalem, the spiritual center for the Israelites. 5. Israel The northern kingdom, often in conflict with Judah. During this period, Israel was under the rule of Pekah, who opposed Ahaz. Teaching Points The Consequences of Leadership ChoicesAhaz's reign demonstrates how a leader's decisions can lead a nation away from God. His choice to align with Assyria and adopt pagan practices had lasting negative impacts on Judah. Faithfulness vs. Fear Ahaz's lack of faith in God's protection led him to seek security in foreign alliances. This serves as a reminder to trust in God's promises rather than succumbing to fear. The Importance of Spiritual Heritage Despite Ahaz's failures, God's promise to David's lineage continued. This underscores the importance of maintaining a spiritual legacy and the hope of redemption. The Role of Prophets Isaiah's interaction with Ahaz highlights the role of prophets in guiding and warning leaders. It emphasizes the need to heed godly counsel. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 2 Kings 16:1?2. How did Ahaz's reign in 2 Kings 16:1 impact Judah's spiritual direction? 3. What lessons can we learn from Ahaz's leadership in 2 Kings 16:1? 4. How does Ahaz's reign compare to other kings in 1 and 2 Kings? 5. What can modern leaders learn from Ahaz's example in 2 Kings 16:1? 6. How should Christians respond to ungodly leadership, as seen in 2 Kings 16:1? 7. How does 2 Kings 16:1 reflect the historical accuracy of the Bible's timeline? 8. What archaeological evidence supports the events described in 2 Kings 16:1? 9. How does Ahaz's reign in 2 Kings 16:1 challenge our understanding of biblical leadership? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 16? What Does 2 Kings 16:1 Mean In the seventeenth year• This timestamp roots the verse in real history, reminding us that God’s redemptive plan unfolds in concrete time, not myth. • The seventeenth regnal year of Israel’s king Pekah (see 2 Kings 15:27) would be about 732 BC, situating Ahaz’s rise amid political turmoil. • Scripture repeatedly marks events by a king’s regnal year (e.g., 2 Kings 14:1; 2 Chronicles 26:1), underscoring God’s sovereign oversight of every season. of Pekah son of Remaliah • Pekah ruled the Northern Kingdom (Israel). Mentioning him highlights the divided nature of God’s people after Solomon (1 Kings 12:16-20). • Pekah’s reign was characterized by idolatry and instability (2 Kings 15:28-30). Against that backdrop, Judah’s spiritual choices—good or bad—grow stark. • Isaiah 7:1-9 refers to Pekah’s alliance with Rezin of Aram against Judah, setting the stage for the coming crisis in Ahaz’s reign. Ahaz son of Jotham • Ahaz’s lineage links him to David’s throne (2 Samuel 7:12-16). God’s promise of an enduring dynasty persists even when a king proves unfaithful. • Jotham had walked “uprightly” (2 Chronicles 27:6), yet his son would depart drastically from that heritage, illustrating that faithfulness is not inherited automatically. • The contrast invites personal reflection: each generation must choose obedience (Deuteronomy 30:19-20). became king of Judah • The southern kingdom’s throne now passes to Ahaz, whose reign (2 Kings 16:2-4) introduces idolatry, child sacrifice, and political compromise. • His accession sets in motion events leading to Judah’s dependence on Assyria (2 Kings 16:7-9), fulfilling warnings like Deuteronomy 28:32-33. • Yet even in Ahaz’s dark tenure, God preserves the messianic line: Hezekiah—one of Judah’s godliest kings—will follow (2 Kings 18:1-5), showing the Lord’s ability to bring beauty from ashes. summary 2 Kings 16:1 is more than a date stamp; it anchors Ahaz’s rise within God’s unfolding story. The verse highlights: • God’s involvement in real historical moments. • The ongoing division between Israel and Judah. • The fragile legacy of faith from one generation to the next. • A reminder that, despite human failure, the Lord steadily advances His covenant promises—ultimately fulfilled in Christ, the true Son of David. Verse 1. - In the seventeenth year of Pekah the son of Remaliah Ahaz the son of Jotham King of Judah began to reign. (For the chronological difficulties connected with this statement, see the comment on 2 Kings 15:27.)Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew In the seventeenthשְׁבַֽע־ (šə·ḇa‘-) Number - feminine singular construct Strong's 7651: Seven, seven times, a week, an indefinite number year בִּשְׁנַת֙ (biš·naṯ) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 8141: A year [of the reign] of Pekah לְפֶ֖קַח (lə·p̄e·qaḥ) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6492: Pekah -- 'opening', a king of Israel son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Remaliah, רְמַלְיָ֑הוּ (rə·mal·yā·hū) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7425: Remaliah -- father of King Pekah of Israel Ahaz אָחָ֥ז (’ā·ḥāz) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 271: Ahaz -- 'he has grasped', two Israelites son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Jotham יוֹתָ֖ם (yō·w·ṯām) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3147: Jotham -- 'the LORD is perfect', three Israelites became king מָלַ֛ךְ (mā·laḵ) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 4427: To reign, inceptively, to ascend the throne, to induct into royalty, to take counsel of Judah. יְהוּדָֽה׃ (yə·hū·ḏāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3063: Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites Additonal Resources 2 Kings 16:1 Blue Letter Bible2 Kings 16:1 Bible Gateway 2 Kings 16:1 Bible.com 2 Kings 16:1 NIV |
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