2 Chronicles 16:13
2 Chronicles 16:13 in Multiple Translations
So in the forty-first year of his reign, Asa died and rested with his fathers.
¶ And Asa slept with his fathers, and died in the one and fortieth year of his reign.
And Asa slept with his fathers, and died in the one and fortieth year of his reign.
So Asa went to rest with his fathers, and death came to him in the forty-first year of his rule.
Asa died in the forty-first year of his reign.
So Asa slept with his fathers, and dyed in the one and fourtieth yeere of his reigne.
And Asa lieth with his fathers, and dieth in the forty and first year of his reign,
Asa slept with his fathers, and died in the forty-first year of his reign.
And Asa slept with his fathers, and died in the one and fortieth year of his reign.
And he slept with his fathers: and he died in the one and fortieth year of his reign.
When he had been ruling for almost 40 years, he died.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Chronicles 16:13
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2 Chronicles 16:13 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּשְׁכַּ֥ב
אָסָ֖א
עִם
אֲבֹתָ֑י/ו
וַ/יָּ֕מָת
בִּ/שְׁנַ֛ת
אַרְבָּעִ֥ים
וְ/אַחַ֖ת
לְ/מָלְכֽ/וֹ
וַ/יִּשְׁכַּ֥ב
shâkab
H7901
to lie down
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אָסָ֖א
ʼÂçâʼ
H609
Asa
N-proper
עִם
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep
אֲבֹתָ֑י/ו
ʼâb
H1
father
N-mp | Suff
וַ/יָּ֕מָת
mûwth
H4191
to die
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
בִּ/שְׁנַ֛ת
shâneh
H8141
year
Prep | N-fs
אַרְבָּעִ֥ים
ʼarbâʻîym
H705
forty
Adj
וְ/אַחַ֖ת
ʼechâd
H259
one
Conj | Adj
לְ/מָלְכֽ/וֹ
mâlak
H4427
to reign
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 16:13
וַ/יִּשְׁכַּ֥ב
shâkab
H7901
"to lie down"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To lie down can mean to rest, sleep, or have sexual relations, and is used in various contexts throughout the Bible. It can also mean to relax or be at rest.
Definition: : lay_down/lie_with 1) to lie down 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to lie, lie down, lie on 1a2) to lodge 1a3) to lie (of sexual relations) 1a4) to lie down (in death) 1a5) to rest, relax (fig) 1b) (Niphal) to be lain with (sexually) 1c) (Pual) to be lain with (sexually) 1d) (Hiphil) to make to lie down 1e) (Hophal) to be laid
Usage: Occurs in 194 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, cast down, (lover-)lay (self) (down), (make to) lie (down, down to sleep, still with), lodge, ravish, take rest, sleep, stay. See also: Genesis 19:4; 1 Kings 11:43; Psalms 3:6.
אָסָ֖א
ʼÂçâʼ
H609
"Asa"
N-proper
Asa was a king of Judah, son of Abijam, who ruled wisely and brought peace to the land, as recorded in 1 Kings 15:11-15 and 2 Chronicles 14-16.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at 1Ch.9.16; son of: Elkanah (H0511K); father of: Berechiah (H1296I) § Asa = "healer: injurious (?)" 1) king of Judah, son of Abijam, father of Jehoshaphat 2) a Levite
Usage: Occurs in 52 OT verses. KJV: Asa. See also: 1 Kings 15:8; 2 Chronicles 13:23; Jeremiah 41:9.
עִם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
אֲבֹתָ֑י/ו
ʼâb
H1
"father"
N-mp | Suff
In Hebrew, this word means father, whether literal or figurative. It is used to describe God as the father of his people, as well as human fathers like Abraham. The word is about a paternal relationship or authority.
Definition: 1) father of an individual 2) of God as father of his people 3) head or founder of a household, group, family, or clan 4) ancestor 4a) grandfather, forefathers - of person 4b) of people 5) originator or patron of a class, profession, or art 6) of producer, generator (fig.) 7) of benevolence and protection (fig.) 8) term of respect and honour 9) ruler or chief (spec.) Also means: av (אַב "father" H0002)
Usage: Occurs in 1060 OT verses. KJV: chief, (fore-) father(-less), [idiom] patrimony, principal. Compare names in 'Abi-'. See also: Genesis 2:24; Genesis 42:37; Leviticus 19:3.
וַ/יָּ֕מָת
mûwth
H4191
"to die"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to die, either literally or as a punishment, and is used in books like Genesis and Exodus. It can also mean to perish or be killed. This concept is seen in the story of Adam and Eve, where death enters the world as a result of sin.
Definition: 1) to die, kill, have one executed 1a)(Qal) 1a1) to die 1a2) to die (as penalty), be put to death 1a3) to die, perish (of a nation) 1a4) to die prematurely (by neglect of wise moral conduct) 1b) (Polel) to kill, put to death, dispatch 1c) (Hiphil) to kill, put to death 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be killed, be put to death 1d1a) to die prematurely
Usage: Occurs in 695 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, [idiom] crying, (be) dead (body, man, one), (put to, worthy of) death, destroy(-er), (cause to, be like to, must) die, kill, necro(-mancer), [idiom] must needs, slay, [idiom] surely, [idiom] very suddenly, [idiom] in (no) wise. See also: Genesis 2:17; Exodus 21:18; Numbers 35:21.
בִּ/שְׁנַ֛ת
shâneh
H8141
"year"
Prep | N-fs
This word also means a year, like when Abraham was 100 years old in Genesis 21. It is used to describe a period of time, age, or a lifetime.
Definition: 1) year 1a) as division of time 1b) as measure of time 1c) as indication of age 1d) a lifetime (of years of life) Aramaic equivalent: she.nah (שְׁנָה "year" H8140)
Usage: Occurs in 647 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] whole age, [idiom] long, [phrase] old, year([idiom] -ly). See also: Genesis 1:14; Genesis 47:28; Numbers 7:35.
אַרְבָּעִ֥ים
ʼarbâʻîym
H705
"forty"
Adj
The number forty is what this Hebrew word represents, often used in the Bible to mark significant periods of time, like the 40 days of rain in Genesis or the 40 years of Israel's wilderness journey.
Definition: forty
Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: -forty. See also: Genesis 5:13; Judges 13:1; Psalms 95:10.
וְ/אַחַ֖ת
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
Conj | Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
לְ/מָלְכֽ/וֹ
mâlak
H4427
"to reign"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff
To advise or counsel is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which can also mean to reign or rule as a king. It is used in the Bible to describe the actions of leaders, like King Solomon, who sought wisdom to rule God's people. This word is found in the book of 1 Kings.
Definition: 1) to be or become king or queen, reign 1a) (Qal) to be or become king or queen, reign 1b) (Hiphil) to make one king or queen, cause to reign 1c) (Hophal) to be made king or queen
Usage: Occurs in 284 OT verses. KJV: consult, [idiom] indeed, be (make, set a, set up) king, be (make) queen, (begin to, make to) reign(-ing), rule, [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 36:31; 2 Kings 8:15; 2 Chronicles 10:17.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 16:13
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- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 16:13
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 16:13
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 16:13
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 16:13
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 16:13
Context — The Death and Burial of Asa
11Now the acts of Asa, from beginning to end, are indeed written in the Book of the Kings of Judah and Israel.
12In the thirty-ninth year of his reign, Asa became diseased in his feet, and his disease became increasingly severe. Yet even in his illness he did not seek the LORD, but only the physicians.
13So in the forty-first year of his reign, Asa died and rested with his fathers.
14And 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.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 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 Summary
This verse, 2 Chronicles 16:13, tells us that Asa, the king of Judah, died after a long illness. Even though he was very sick, Asa didn't ask for God's help, but instead only went to see doctors, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 16:12. This reminds us that we should always turn to God, especially when we're struggling, as seen in Psalm 50:15. Asa's death shows us that our lives are short, and we need to make sure we're living for God, as stated in 1 Corinthians 10:31.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can we learn from Asa's death in this verse?
Asa's death in 2 Chronicles 16:13 serves as a reminder that our lives are short and fleeting, as stated in Psalm 39:4-5, and that we must prioritize our relationship with God above all else, as seen in 2 Chronicles 16:12 where Asa failed to seek the LORD in his illness.
How does Asa's death relate to his behavior in the preceding verses?
Asa's death in 2 Chronicles 16:13 is closely tied to his actions in 2 Chronicles 16:12, where he failed to seek the LORD in his illness, instead relying solely on physicians, which is a clear example of not trusting in God's sovereignty as mentioned in Proverbs 3:5-6.
What does it mean for Asa to 'rest with his fathers'?
When it says Asa 'rested with his fathers' in 2 Chronicles 16:13, it means that he joined his ancestors in death, as seen in 1 Kings 2:10, and this phrase is often used to signify a peaceful death, but in Asa's case, it also serves as a reminder of the consequences of not seeking the LORD in times of need, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 16:12.
How can we apply the lesson of Asa's death to our own lives?
The lesson of Asa's death in 2 Chronicles 16:13 encourages us to seek the LORD in all aspects of our lives, including times of illness or hardship, as stated in Psalm 50:15, and to trust in His sovereignty, as mentioned in Romans 8:28, rather than relying solely on human solutions.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am relying solely on human solutions, rather than seeking the LORD?
- How can I prioritize my relationship with God, especially in times of illness or hardship?
- What does it mean for me to 'rest with my fathers' when my time on this earth comes to an end, and how can I prepare for that day?
- In what ways can I apply the lesson of Asa's death to my own life, and what changes can I make to seek the LORD more fully?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 16:13
And Asa slept with his fathers, and died in the forty first year of his reign. See 1 Kings 15:10.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 16:13
And Asa slept with his fathers, and died in the one and fortieth year of his reign. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 16:13
2 Chronicles 16:13 And Asa slept with his fathers, and died in the one and fortieth year of his reign.Ver. 13. And Asa slept with his fathers.] He that could drive out that huge army of the Ethiopians, could not drive away death.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 16:13
(13) And died in the one and fortieth year of his reign.—Not in 1 Kings 15:24, which continues, with the usual formula, “and was buried with his fathers in the city of David his father, and Jehoshaphat his son reigned in his stead.” (See 1 Kings 15:10, “And forty and one years reigned he in Jerusalem.”)
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 16:13
13. in the one and fortieth year] Cp. 1 Kings 15:10.