2 Kings Chapter 9 · Verse 28
And his servants carried him in a chariot to Jerusalem, and buried him in his sepulchre with his fathers in the city of David.
Original Language Analysis
וַיַּרְכִּ֧בוּ
carried
H7392
וַיַּרְכִּ֧בוּ
carried
Strong's:
H7392
Word #:
1 of 11
to ride (on an animal or in a vehicle); causatively, to place upon (for riding or generally), to despatch
אֹת֛וֹ
H853
אֹת֛וֹ
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
2 of 11
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
יְרוּשָׁלְָ֑מָה
him in a chariot to Jerusalem
H3389
יְרוּשָׁלְָ֑מָה
him in a chariot to Jerusalem
Strong's:
H3389
Word #:
4 of 11
jerushalaim or jerushalem, the capital city of palestine
אֹת֧וֹ
H853
אֹת֧וֹ
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
6 of 11
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
בִקְבֻֽרָת֛וֹ
him in his sepulchre
H6900
בִקְבֻֽרָת֛וֹ
him in his sepulchre
Strong's:
H6900
Word #:
7 of 11
sepulture; (concretely) a sepulcher
עִם
H5973
עִם
Strong's:
H5973
Word #:
8 of 11
adverb or preposition, with (i.e., in conjunction with), in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix (and then
אֲבֹתָ֖יו
with his fathers
H1
אֲבֹתָ֖יו
with his fathers
Strong's:
H1
Word #:
9 of 11
father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application
Cross References
2 Kings 23:30And his servants carried him in a chariot dead from Megiddo, and brought him to Jerusalem, and buried him in his own sepulchre. And the people of the land took Jehoahaz the son of Josiah, and anointed him, and made him king in his father's stead.2 Chronicles 35:24His servants therefore took him out of that chariot, and put him in the second chariot that he had; and they brought him to Jerusalem, and he died, and was buried in one of the sepulchres of his fathers. And all Judah and Jerusalem mourned for Josiah.
Historical Context
Historical Setting: 2 Kings 9 takes place during Jehu's dynasty and the violent purge of Baal worship, around 841 BCE. The chapter's theme (Jehu's Violent Revolution) reflects the historical reality of violent political revolution motivated by zeal for Yahweh but lacking genuine heart transformation. Archaeological evidence from this period includes royal inscriptions, administrative documents, and material culture that corroborate the biblical account while providing additional context for understanding the political and social dynamics at work.
Questions for Reflection
- How does this verse contribute to understanding the theological message of 2 Kings 9 regarding divine judgment executed on ahab's house?
- What does this passage reveal about God's character, particularly His justice, mercy, and faithfulness to covenant promises?
- In what practical ways should this text shape contemporary Christian thinking about faithfulness, worship, and obedience to God?
Analysis & Commentary
And his servants carried him in a chariot to Jerusalem, and buried him in his sepulchre with his fathers in the city of David.
This verse contributes to the overall theme of chapter 9: Divine judgment executed on Ahab's house. During this period, Israel and Judah struggled with persistent idolatry, particularly Baal worship introduced under Ahab and Jezebel.
The narrative demonstrates God's justice in judging covenant unfaithfulness while maintaining His ultimate purposes for redemption.