2 Chronicles 24:26

Conservative English Version

(SEE 24:25)

Cross References

2 Kings 12:21

(SEE 12:20)

2 Chronicles 24:25

Joash was severely wounded during the battle, and as soon as the Syrians left Judah, two of his officials, Zabad and Jehozabad, decided to revenge the death of Zechariah. They plotted and killed Joash while he was in bed, recovering from his wounds. Joash was buried in Jerusalem, but not in the royal tombs.

2 Chronicles 24:27

The History of the Kings also tells more about the sons of Joash, what the prophets said about him, and how he repaired the temple. Amaziah son of Joash became king after his father's death.

2 Chronicles 25:3

For example, as soon as he had control of Judah, he arrested and killed the officers who had murdered his father.