2 Kings 15:13
2 Kings 15:13 in Multiple Translations
In the thirty-ninth year of Uzziah’s reign over Judah, Shallum son of Jabesh became king, and he reigned in Samaria one full month.
¶ Shallum the son of Jabesh began to reign in the nine and thirtieth year of Uzziah king of Judah; and he reigned a full month in Samaria.
Shallum the son of Jabesh began to reign in the nine and thirtieth year of Uzziah king of Judah; and he reigned the space of a month in Samaria.
Shallum, the son of Jabesh, became king in the thirty-ninth year of Uzziah, king of Judah; and he was ruling in Samaria for the space of one month.
Shallum, son of Jabesh, became king in the thirty-ninth year of the reign of King Uzziah of Judah. He reigned in Samaria for one month.
Shallum the sonne of Iabesh began to reigne in the nine and thirtieth yeere of Vzziah King of Iudah: and he reigned the space of a moneth in Samaria.
Shallum son of Jabesh hath reigned in the thirty and ninth year of Uzziah king of Judah, and he reigneth a month of days in Samaria;
Shallum the son of Jabesh began to reign in the thirty-ninth year of Uzziah king of Judah, and he reigned for a month in Samaria.
Shallum the son of Jabesh began to reign in the nine and thirtieth year of Uzziah king of Judah; and he reigned a full month in Samaria.
Sellum the son of Jabes began to reign in the nine and thirtieth year of Azarias king of Juda: and reigned one month in Samaria.
Shallum, the son of Jabesh, became the king of Israel after King Uzziah had been ruling Judah for almost thirty-nine years. But Shallum ruled in Samaria for only one month.
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Study Notes — 2 Kings 15:13
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- 2 Kings 15:13 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 15:13
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 15:13
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 15:13
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 15:13
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Kings 15:13
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 15:13
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 15:13
- Sermons on 2 Kings 15:13
Context — Shallum Reigns in Israel
13In the thirty-ninth year of Uzziah’s reign over Judah, Shallum son of Jabesh became king, and he reigned in Samaria one full month.
14Then Menahem son of Gadi went up from Tirzah to Samaria, struck down and killed Shallum son of Jabesh, and reigned in his place. 15As for the rest of the acts of Shallum, along with the conspiracy he led, they are indeed written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Kings 15:1 | In the twenty-seventh year of Jeroboam’s reign over Israel, Azariah son of Amaziah became king of Judah. |
| 2 | Matthew 1:8–9 | Asa was the father of Jehoshaphat, Jehoshaphat the father of Joram, and Joram the father of Uzziah. Uzziah was the father of Jotham, Jotham the father of Ahaz, and Ahaz the father of Hezekiah. |
| 3 | 2 Kings 15:8 | In the thirty-eighth year of Azariah’s reign over Judah, Zechariah son of Jeroboam became king of Israel, and he reigned in Samaria six months. |
| 4 | 1 Kings 16:24 | He bought the hill of Samaria from Shemer for two talents of silver and built a city there, calling it Samaria after the name of Shemer, who had owned the hill. |
| 5 | Proverbs 28:2 | A land in rebellion has many rulers, but a man of understanding and knowledge maintains order. |
| 6 | Job 20:15 | He swallows wealth but vomits it out; God will force it from his stomach. |
| 7 | Psalms 55:23 | But You, O God, will bring them down to the Pit of destruction; men of bloodshed and deceit will not live out half their days. But I will trust in You. |
| 8 | Proverbs 28:17 | A man burdened by bloodguilt will flee into the Pit; let no one support him. |
| 9 | 1 Kings 16:15 | In the twenty-seventh year of Asa’s reign over Judah, Zimri reigned in Tirzah for seven days. Now the troops were encamped against Gibbethon of the Philistines, |
2 Kings 15:13 Summary
2 Kings 15:13 tells us about a king named Shallum son of Jabesh who ruled Israel for just one month. This verse helps us understand the timeline of events in the kingdom of Israel and how it relates to the kingdom of Judah, which was ruled by Uzziah at the time, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 26:1-23. It also reminds us that our time on earth is short, and we should strive to use it wisely, following God's plan for our lives, as taught in Ephesians 5:16-17 and Colossians 4:5. By looking at the examples of leaders in the Bible, like those in 1 Samuel 12:14-15, we can learn valuable lessons about faith, obedience, and leadership.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Shallum son of Jabesh and why is he mentioned in 2 Kings 15:13?
Shallum son of Jabesh was a king of Israel who reigned for one month, as mentioned in 2 Kings 15:13, and his brief reign is also noted in 2 Kings 15:15, highlighting the instability of the kingdom during that time.
What was the significance of Uzziah's thirty-ninth year of reign over Judah in 2 Kings 15:13?
The thirty-ninth year of Uzziah's reign over Judah, mentioned in 2 Kings 15:13, provides a chronological reference point, helping to synchronize the events of the kingdoms of Israel and Judah, similar to the way other kings' reigns are noted in 1 Kings 14:21 and 2 Kings 8:25.
How does 2 Kings 15:13 relate to the overall narrative of the kings of Israel?
2 Kings 15:13 is part of a larger narrative in 2 Kings that describes the rise and fall of various kings of Israel, including their obedience or disobedience to God, as seen in 2 Kings 12:3 and 2 Kings 14:3-4, demonstrating the consequences of their actions as outlined in Deuteronomy 28:1-68.
What can we learn from the short reign of Shallum son of Jabesh in 2 Kings 15:13?
The brief reign of Shallum son of Jabesh in 2 Kings 15:13 teaches us about the fleeting nature of human power and the importance of seeking God's will, as emphasized in Proverbs 21:1 and Jeremiah 10:23, where it is clear that true leadership comes from God.
Reflection Questions
- What does the rise and fall of leaders like Shallum son of Jabesh reveal about God's sovereignty and the nature of human authority?
- How can we, like the kings of old, ensure that our actions and decisions are in line with God's will, as taught in Romans 12:2 and 1 Thessalonians 4:3?
- In what ways can we learn from the mistakes of past leaders, such as those described in 2 Kings, to inform our own leadership and decision-making, considering the wisdom found in Proverbs 1:7 and 9:10?
- What role does faith and obedience to God play in determining the success or failure of leaders, as illustrated in Hebrews 11:6 and Matthew 7:24-27?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 15:13
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 15:13
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 15:13
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 15:13
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Kings 15:13
Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 15:13
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 15:13
Sermons on 2 Kings 15:13
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Uzziah, King of Judah, or the Danger of Success by Harry Ironside | Harry Ironside delivers a powerful sermon on King Uzziah of Judah, illustrating the peril of success and pride. Uzziah began his reign by seeking the Lord and prospered greatly, bu |
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Holiness to See God by Glenn Meldrum | Glenn Meldrum preaches on the awe-inspiring encounters of the Almighty with humanity, emphasizing the need for divine revelations to transform us. Using Isaiah's vision of the Lord |
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Will You Pray in Secret This Week? by Derek Melton | Derek Melton emphasizes the importance of prayer for the leadership of a nation, highlighting the consequences of moral decay within a government and the need for repentance and me |
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If the Lord Will by Aaron Hurst | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the condemnation given to rich men in the Bible. He explains that these rich men are condemned because they take advantage of those who are p |




