1 Kings 2:34

Contemporary English Version 1995

Benaiah went back and killed Joab. His body was taken away and buried near his home in the desert.

Cross References

Matthew 3:1

Years later, John the Baptist started preaching in the desert of Judea.

1 Kings 2:25

“Benaiah,” Solomon shouted, “go kill Adonijah.” So Adonijah died.

Joshua 15:61

The twelfth region was located in the desert along the Dead Sea, and it had the following six towns with their surrounding villages: Beth-Arabah, Middin, Secacah, Nibshan, Salt Town, and En-Gedi.

2 Chronicles 33:20

Manasseh died and was buried near the palace, and his son Amon became king.

2 Kings 21:18

He died and was buried in Uzza Garden near his palace, and his son Amon became king.

1 Kings 2:46

“Benaiah,” Solomon shouted, “kill Shimei.” So Shimei died. Solomon was now in complete control of his kingdom.

1 Kings 2:31

Solomon replied: Do what Joab said. Kill him and bury him! Then my family and I won't be responsible for what he did to Abner the commander of Israel's army and to Amasa the commander of Judah's army. He killed those innocent men without my father knowing about it. Both of them were better men than Joab. Now the Lord will make him pay for those murders.

Judges 15:12

“We came here to tie you up and turn you over to them,” said the men of Judah. “I won't put up a fight,” Samson answered, “but you have to promise not to hurt me yourselves.”