2 Kings 13:24
2 Kings 13:24 in Multiple Translations
When Hazael king of Aram died, his son Ben-hadad reigned in his place.
So Hazael king of Syria died; and Ben-hadad his son reigned in his stead.
And Hazael king of Syria died; and Ben-hadad his son reigned in his stead.
Then Hazael, king of Aram, came to his end; and Ben-hadad his son became king in his place.
When Hazael, king of Aram, died, his son Ben-hadad succeeded him as king.
So Hazael the King of Aram dyed: and Ben-hadad his sonne reigned in his stead.
And Hazael king of Aram dieth, and reign doth Ben-Hadad his son in his stead,
Hazael king of Syria died; and Benhadad his son reigned in his place.
So Hazael king of Syria died; and Ben-hadad his son reigned in his stead.
And Hazael king of Syria died, and Benadad his son reigned in his stead.
When Hazael the king of Syria died, his son Ben-Hadad became the king.
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2 Kings 13:24 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יָּ֖מָת
חֲזָאֵ֣ל
מֶֽלֶךְ
אֲרָ֑ם
וַ/יִּמְלֹ֛ךְ
בֶּן
הֲדַ֥ד
בְּנ֖/וֹ
תַּחְתָּֽי/ו
וַ/יָּ֖מָת
mûwth
H4191
to die
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
חֲזָאֵ֣ל
Chăzâʼêl
H2371
Hazael
N-proper
מֶֽלֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
N-ms
אֲרָ֑ם
ʼĂrâm
H758
Aram
N-proper
וַ/יִּמְלֹ֛ךְ
mâlak
H4427
to reign
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
בֶּן
Ben-Hădad
H1130
Ben-hadad
N-proper
הֲדַ֥ד
Ben-Hădad
H1130
Ben-hadad
N-proper
בְּנ֖/וֹ
bên
H1121
son
N-ms | Suff
תַּחְתָּֽי/ו
tachath
H8478
underneath
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Kings 13:24
וַ/יָּ֖מָת
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.
חֲזָאֵ֣ל
Chăzâʼêl
H2371
"Hazael"
N-proper
Hazael was a king of Syria who met with the prophet Elisha to cure his master's leprosy. His name means one who sees God.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ki.19.15; father of: Ben-hadad (H1130I) § Hazael = "one who sees God" a king of Syria; sent by his master, Ben-hadad, to the prophet Elisha, to seek a remedy for Ben-hadad's leprosy; apparently later killed Ben-hadad, assumed the throne, and soon became engaged in a war with the kings of Judah and Israel for the possession of the city of Ramoth-gilead
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: Hazael. See also: 1 Kings 19:15; 2 Kings 9:15; Amos 1:4.
מֶֽלֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
אֲרָ֑ם
ʼĂrâm
H758
"Aram"
N-proper
Aram refers to a region in the Bible, also known as Syria, and its people, the Arameans. The grandson of Nahor, an ancestor of Jesus, was also named Aram. The prophet Isaiah wrote about Aram and its relationship with Israel in Isaiah 7:1-9.
Definition: Aram or Arameans = "exalted" Aram or Syrian nation Another name of pad.dan (פַּדָּן "Paddan" H6307)
Usage: Occurs in 118 OT verses. KJV: Aram, Mesopotamia, Syria, Syrians. See also: Genesis 10:22; 2 Kings 8:28; Isaiah 7:1.
וַ/יִּמְלֹ֛ךְ
mâlak
H4427
"to reign"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
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.
בֶּן
Ben-Hădad
H1130
"Ben-hadad"
N-proper
Ben-Hadad was a Syrian king during the Divided Monarchy, mentioned in 2 Kings 13:3. His name means son of the false god Hadad. He was a contemporary of Asa of Judah.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.13.3; son of: Hazael (H2371) § Ben-hadad = "son of [the false god] Hadad" 1) the king of Syria, contemporary with Asa of Judah 2) the son of Hazael, also king of Syria
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: Benhadad. See also: 1 Kings 15:18; 1 Kings 20:32; Jeremiah 49:27.
הֲדַ֥ד
Ben-Hădad
H1130
"Ben-hadad"
N-proper
Ben-Hadad was a Syrian king during the Divided Monarchy, mentioned in 2 Kings 13:3. His name means son of the false god Hadad. He was a contemporary of Asa of Judah.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.13.3; son of: Hazael (H2371) § Ben-hadad = "son of [the false god] Hadad" 1) the king of Syria, contemporary with Asa of Judah 2) the son of Hazael, also king of Syria
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: Benhadad. See also: 1 Kings 15:18; 1 Kings 20:32; Jeremiah 49:27.
בְּנ֖/וֹ
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
תַּחְתָּֽי/ו
tachath
H8478
"underneath"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means underneath or below, often used to describe physical locations or positions. It appears in various books, including Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to indicate something is under or beneath something else. The word has several related meanings.
Definition: : under/below 1) the under part, beneath, instead of, as, for, for the sake of, flat, unto, where, whereas n m 1a) the under part adv accus 1b) beneath prep 1c) under, beneath 1c1) at the foot of (idiom) 1c2) sweetness, subjection, woman, being burdened or oppressed (fig) 1c3) of subjection or conquest 1d) what is under one, the place in which one stands 1d1) in one's place, the place in which one stands (idiom with reflexive pronoun) 1d2) in place of, instead of (in transferred sense) 1d3) in place of, in exchange or return for (of things mutually interchanged) conj 1e) instead of, instead of that 1f) in return for that, because that in compounds 1g) in, under, into the place of (after verbs of motion) 1h) from under, from beneath, from under the hand of, from his place, under, beneath
Usage: Occurs in 450 OT verses. KJV: as, beneath, [idiom] flat, in(-stead), (same) place (where...is), room, for...sake, stead of, under, [idiom] unto, [idiom] when...was mine, whereas, (where-) fore, with. See also: Genesis 1:7; Deuteronomy 7:24; 1 Kings 20:42.
Study Notes — 2 Kings 13:24
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- 2 Kings 13:24 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 13:24
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 13:24
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 13:24
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 13:24
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 13:24
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 13:24
- Sermons on 2 Kings 13:24
Context — Elisha’s Final Prophecy
22And Hazael king of Aram oppressed Israel throughout the reign of Jehoahaz.
23But the LORD was gracious to Israel and had compassion on them, and He turned toward them because of His covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. And to this day, the LORD has been unwilling to destroy them or cast them from His presence.
24When Hazael king of Aram died, his son Ben-hadad reigned in his place.
25Then Jehoash son of Jehoahaz took back from Ben-hadad son of Hazael the cities that Hazael had taken in battle from his father Jehoahaz. Jehoash defeated Ben-hadad three times, and so recovered the cities of Israel.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 125:3 | For the scepter of the wicked will not rest upon the land allotted to the righteous, so that the righteous will not put forth their hands to injustice. |
| 2 | Luke 18:7 | Will not God bring about justice for His elect who cry out to Him day and night? Will He continue to defer their help? |
2 Kings 13:24 Summary
This verse, 2 Kings 13:24, tells us about the death of Hazael, the king of Aram, and how his son Ben-hadad took his place. This change in leadership is important because it affects Israel, as we see in the next verse, 2 Kings 13:25, where Jehoash son of Jehoahaz takes back cities from Ben-hadad. It reminds us that God is always working, even when we don't see it, and that He is faithful to His promises, as seen in Genesis 12:2-3 and Deuteronomy 31:6. Just like God had compassion on Israel in 2 Kings 13:23, He cares for us today and wants us to trust in Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Hazael and why is his death significant in 2 Kings 13:24?
Hazael was the king of Aram, and his death marked the end of his reign of oppression over Israel, as seen in 2 Kings 13:22, allowing for a potential shift in power dynamics, as referenced in the covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob in 2 Kings 13:23.
What can we learn from the succession of Ben-hadad after Hazael's death in 2 Kings 13:24?
The succession of Ben-hadad after Hazael's death teaches us about the natural order of leadership transition and how it can impact the relationships between nations, much like the transition from Saul to David in 1 Samuel 31:6 and 2 Samuel 2:4.
How does 2 Kings 13:24 relate to God's covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob mentioned in 2 Kings 13:23?
The death of Hazael and the succession of Ben-hadad in 2 Kings 13:24 occurs in the context of God's faithfulness to His covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, as seen in Genesis 12:2-3 and Genesis 17:7, demonstrating God's ongoing care for His people despite their circumstances.
What does the reign of Ben-hadad after Hazael's death in 2 Kings 13:24 mean for Israel's future?
The reign of Ben-hadad after Hazael's death sets the stage for Israel's future interactions with Aram, including the events described in 2 Kings 13:25, where Jehoash son of Jehoahaz takes back cities from Ben-hadad, illustrating the ongoing struggle for power and God's involvement in Israel's history, as seen in Deuteronomy 31:6.
Reflection Questions
- What does the transition of power from Hazael to Ben-hadad reveal about the nature of earthly kingdoms and God's sovereignty?
- How can we apply the principle of God's faithfulness to His covenant, as seen in 2 Kings 13:23, to our own lives and circumstances?
- In what ways can we see God's hand at work in the events surrounding Hazael's death and Ben-hadad's succession, and what does this teach us about trusting in His providence?
- What lessons can be learned from the contrast between Hazael's oppression of Israel in 2 Kings 13:22 and God's compassion on them in 2 Kings 13:23, and how can these lessons inform our understanding of God's character?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 13:24
So Hazael the king of Syria died, and Benhadad his son reigned in his stead.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 13:24
2 Kings 13:24 So Hazael king of Syria died; and Benhadad his son reigned in his stead.Ver. 24. So Hazael king of Syria died.] And Israel had thereupon not halcyon days only, but three signal victories.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 13:24
(24) Ben-hadad—III., not mentioned in the As Syrian inscriptions. His reign synchronises with that of Samas-Rimmon in Assyria, who made no expeditions to the West (B.C. 825-812). The name Ben-hadad does not, of course, signify any connection with the dynasty overthrown by Hazael. It was a Divine title (Comp. Note on 2 Kings 6:24.) Benhadad was probably a feebler sovereign than Hazael. The rule, “Fortes creantur fortibus et bonis,” is perhaps as often contradicted as corroborated by actual experience.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 13:24
24. Ben-hadad his son] Hazael has given to his son the name which had previously been common in the Syrian royal family. This is the third Ben-hadad on the throne of Damascus. (Cf. Schrader, p. 109.) Nothing is known of him from the inscriptions.
Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 13:24
So Hazael ... died - literally, “And Hazael died,” a fact not mentioned before.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 13:24
24. Hazael… died — This was the beginning of deliverance, for the death of this fierce warrior removed from Israel a source of constant terror.
Sermons on 2 Kings 13:24
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Epistle 314 by George Fox | George Fox emphasizes the importance of standing firm in faith, equipped with the spiritual armor provided by Christ. He encourages believers to remain steadfast in their commitmen |
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The Lord Will Fight for You by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of trusting in God and having faith in Him. He encourages the congregation to look back on their lives and see the many times |
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Why God Waits to Answer Our Prayers by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, Pastor Carter preaches about the importance of surrendering to God and relying on His strength. He emphasizes the need to stop trying to figure things out and inste |
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Choose Your Overcomer: Christ or the Flesh by Hans R. Waldvogel | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being watchful and prepared for the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ. He uses a story about a man who was supposed to be wa |
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The Root of Sin by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of knowing and understanding the true nature of God. He shares his own experience of living in condemnation and believing that |
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The Apocalypse - Revelation 6a (The First Five Seals) by Steve Gallagher | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the opening of the scroll in the book of Revelation. There are two main perspectives on how the seals on the scroll are opened. One view sugge |
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New Covenant - the Root of Sin - Part 3 by Zac Poonen | Faith is illustrated by Jesus using examples like drinking from Him and being like a branch in a vine, dependent on Him for fruitfulness. The Christian life is meant to be effortle |