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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/2_kings/11.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/2_kings/11.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Joash was seven years old when he began to reign.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/2_kings/11.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Joash was seven years old when he became king.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/2_kings/11.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Jehoash was seven years old when he began to reign.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/2_kings/11.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Joash was seven years old when he became king.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/2_kings/11.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Seven years old <i>was</i> Jehoash when he began to reign.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/2_kings/11.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Jehoash <i>was</i> seven years old when he became king.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/2_kings/11.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Jehoash was seven years old when he became king.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/2_kings/11.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Jehoash was seven years old when he became king.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/2_kings/11.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Jehoash was seven years old when he became king.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/2_kings/11.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Jehoash was seven years old when he became king.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/2_kings/11.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Jehoash (Joash) was seven years old when he became king.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/2_kings/11.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Joash was seven years old when he became king.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/2_kings/11.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Joash was seven years old when he became king.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/2_kings/11.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Jehoash was seven years old when he began to reign.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/2_kings/11.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Joash was only seven years old when this happened. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/2_kings/11.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Jehoash was seven years old when he began to reign.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/2_kings/11.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Joash was seven years old when he began to rule.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/2_kings/11.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Joash became king of Judah at the age of seven. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/2_kings/11.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br /> Jehoash began to reign as king when he was seven years old, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/2_kings/11.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Joash was seven years old when he became king.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/2_kings/11.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Jehoash was seven years old when he began to reign.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/2_kings/11.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Jehoash was seven years old when he began to reign.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/2_kings/11.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Seven years old was Jehoash when he began to reign.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/2_kings/11.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Jehoash was seven years old when he began to reign. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/2_kings/11.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Jehoash is a son of seven years in his reigning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/2_kings/11.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> a son of seven years is Jehoash in his reigning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/2_kings/11.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />The son of seven years, Jehoash in his reigning.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/2_kings/11.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Now Joas was seven years old, when he began to reign. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/2_kings/11.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Now Jehoash was seven years old when he had begun to reign.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/2_kings/11.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Joash was seven years old when he became king.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/2_kings/11.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Jehoash was seven years old when he began to reign.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/2_kings/11.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Joash was seven years old when he began to reign.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/2_kings/11.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Yoash was a son of seven years when he became king. <div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/2_kings/11.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Jehoash was seven years old when he began to reign.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/2_kings/11.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Joas <i>was</i> seven years old when he began to reign.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/2_kings/11-21.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/FiLs3w_mMFQ?start=4049" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/2_kings/11.htm">Jehoiada Restores the Worship of the LORD</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">20</span>and all the people of the land rejoiced. And the city was quiet, because Athaliah had been put to the sword at the royal palace. <span class="reftext">21</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3060.htm" title="3060: yə·hō·w·’āš (N-proper-ms) -- Yah is strong, the name of several Isr. From Yhovah and 'esh; Jehovah-fired; Jehoash, the name of two Israelite kings.">Joash</a> <a href="/hebrew/7651.htm" title="7651: še·ḇa‘ (Number-fs) -- Or shibrah; from shaba'; a primitive cardinal number; seven; also seven times; by implication, a week; by extension, an indefinite number.">was seven</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ben- (N-msc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">years old</a> <a href="/hebrew/8141.htm" title="8141: šā·nîm (N-fp) -- A year. (in plura or shanah; from shanah; a year."></a> <a href="/hebrew/4427.htm" title="4427: bə·mā·lə·ḵōw (Prep-b:: V-Qal-Inf:: 3ms) -- A primitive root; to reign; inceptively, to ascend the throne; causatively, to induct into royalty; hence to take counsel.">when he became king.</a> </span><div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/24-1.htm">2 Chronicles 24:1</a></span><br />Joash was seven years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem forty years. His mother’s name was Zibiah; she was from Beersheba.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/12-1.htm">2 Kings 12:1-2</a></span><br />In the seventh year of Jehu, Joash became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem forty years. His mother’s name was Zibiah; she was from Beersheba. / And Joash did what was right in the eyes of the LORD all the days he was instructed by Jehoiada the priest.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/2-12.htm">1 Kings 2:12</a></span><br />So Solomon sat on the throne of his father David, and his kingdom was firmly established.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/1-39.htm">1 Kings 1:39</a></span><br />Zadok the priest took the horn of oil from the tabernacle and anointed Solomon. Then they blew the ram’s horn, and all the people proclaimed, “Long live King Solomon!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/5-4.htm">2 Samuel 5:4</a></span><br />David was thirty years old when he became king, and he reigned forty years.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/14-21.htm">1 Kings 14:21</a></span><br />Meanwhile, Rehoboam son of Solomon reigned in Judah. He was forty-one years old when he became king, and he reigned seventeen years in Jerusalem, the city the LORD had chosen from all the tribes of Israel in which to put His Name. His mother’s name was Naamah the Ammonite.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/22-11.htm">2 Chronicles 22:11</a></span><br />But Jehoshabeath daughter of King Jehoram took Joash son of Ahaziah and stole him away from among the sons of the king who were being murdered, and she put him and his nurse in a bedroom. Because Jehoshabeath, the daughter of King Jehoram and the wife of Jehoiada the priest, was Ahaziah’s sister, she hid Joash from Athaliah so that she could not kill him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/2-4.htm">2 Samuel 2:4</a></span><br />Then the men of Judah came to Hebron, and there they anointed David king over the house of Judah. And they told David, “It was the men of Jabesh-gilead who buried Saul.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/11-36.htm">1 Kings 11:36</a></span><br />I will give one tribe to his son, so that My servant David will always have a lamp before Me in Jerusalem, the city where I chose to put My Name.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/15-1.htm">1 Kings 15:1</a></span><br />In the eighteenth year of the reign of Jeroboam son of Nebat, Abijam became king of Judah,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/1-8.htm">Matthew 1:8</a></span><br />Asa was the father of Jehoshaphat, Jehoshaphat the father of Joram, and Joram the father of Uzziah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/3-31.htm">Luke 3:31</a></span><br />the son of Melea, the son of Menna, the son of Mattatha, the son of Nathan, the son of David,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/21-9.htm">Matthew 21:9</a></span><br />The crowds that went ahead of Him and those that followed were shouting: “Hosanna to the Son of David!” “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” “Hosanna in the highest!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/1-32.htm">Luke 1:32-33</a></span><br />He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David, / and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever. His kingdom will never end!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/1-9.htm">Matthew 1:9</a></span><br />Uzziah was the father of Jotham, Jotham the father of Ahaz, and Ahaz the father of Hezekiah.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Seven years old was Jehoash when he began to reign.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_kings/11-4.htm">2 Kings 11:4</a></b></br> And the seventh year Jehoiada sent and fetched the rulers over hundreds, with the captains and the guard, and brought them to him into the house of the LORD, and made a covenant with them, and took an oath of them in the house of the LORD, and shewed them the king's son.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_kings/22-1.htm">2 Kings 22:1</a></b></br> Josiah <i>was</i> eight years old when he began to reign, and he reigned thirty and one years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name <i>was</i> Jedidah, the daughter of Adaiah of Boscath.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_chronicles/24-1.htm">2 Chronicles 24:1</a></b></br> Joash <i>was</i> seven years old when he began to reign, and he reigned forty years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also <i>was</i> Zibiah of Beersheba.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/2_chronicles/25-25.htm">Jehoash</a> <a href="/2_kings/14-17.htm">Jeho'ash</a> <a href="/2_kings/11-2.htm">Joash</a> <a href="/2_kings/11-3.htm">Reign</a> <a href="/2_kings/11-3.htm">Reigning</a> <a href="/2_kings/8-3.htm">Seven</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/2_kings/12-1.htm">Jehoash</a> <a href="/2_kings/12-1.htm">Jeho'ash</a> <a href="/2_kings/12-1.htm">Joash</a> <a href="/2_kings/12-1.htm">Reign</a> <a href="/2_kings/15-2.htm">Reigning</a> <a href="/2_kings/24-16.htm">Seven</a><div class="vheading2">2 Kings 11</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_kings/11-1.htm">Jehoash, being saved by Jehosheba his aunt from Athaliah's massacre,</a></span><br><span class="reftext">3. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_kings/11-3.htm">is hidden six years in the house of God</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_kings/11-13.htm">Jehoiada, giving order to the captains, in the seventh year anoints him king</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/2_kings/11-17.htm">Jehoiada restores the worship of God</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_kings/11.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/2_kings/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/2_kings/11.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Joash was seven years old</b><br>Joash's ascension to the throne at such a young age is significant in the biblical narrative. His survival and eventual kingship are a testament to God's providence and the fulfillment of His promises to David's lineage. Joash was hidden in the temple for six years by his aunt Jehosheba and the priest Jehoiada, protecting him from the murderous intentions of Athaliah, who sought to destroy the royal line. This act of preservation highlights the importance of the Davidic covenant, where God promised that David's descendants would continue to rule. Joash's young age also emphasizes his dependence on the guidance of Jehoiada, the high priest, who played a crucial role in his early reign. This situation mirrors other instances in Scripture where God uses the weak or young to accomplish His purposes, such as David's anointing as king while still a shepherd boy.<p><b>when he became king</b><br>Joash's enthronement marks a pivotal moment in Judah's history, as it signifies the restoration of the Davidic line after Athaliah's usurpation. His reign began with a covenant renewal, where the people and the king pledged allegiance to the Lord, highlighting the theocratic nature of Israel's monarchy. Joash's kingship is a reminder of God's faithfulness to His promises, despite human failures and attempts to thwart His plans. The coronation of Joash also foreshadows the ultimate fulfillment of the Davidic covenant in Jesus Christ, the eternal King from David's line, who would establish an everlasting kingdom. Joash's reign, beginning at such a tender age, underscores the theme of divine sovereignty and the idea that God can raise leaders according to His will, regardless of human expectations or circumstances.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/joash.htm">Joash (Jehoash)</a></b><br>The young king of Judah who began his reign at the tender age of seven. His reign marked a significant turning point for the kingdom, as he was hidden and protected from the murderous intentions of Athaliah, his grandmother, by his aunt Jehosheba and the priest Jehoiada.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/j/judah.htm">Judah</a></b><br>The southern kingdom of Israel, where Joash reigned. This kingdom was often in spiritual and political turmoil, and Joash's reign was a pivotal moment in its history.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/a/athaliah.htm">Athaliah</a></b><br>The mother of Ahaziah and grandmother of Joash, who usurped the throne of Judah and attempted to destroy the royal family. Her reign was marked by idolatry and violence.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/j/jehosheba.htm">Jehosheba</a></b><br>The daughter of King Jehoram and sister of Ahaziah, who saved Joash from Athaliah's massacre. Her courageous act preserved the Davidic line.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/j/jehoiada.htm">Jehoiada</a></b><br>The high priest who played a crucial role in protecting Joash and orchestrating his ascension to the throne. He was a godly influence on Joash during the early years of his reign.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_and_protection.htm">God's Sovereignty and Protection</a></b><br>Joash's survival and ascension to the throne demonstrate God's sovereign protection over His chosen line. Despite Athaliah's attempts to destroy the royal family, God preserved Joash to fulfill His promises to David.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_godly_influence.htm">The Importance of Godly Influence</a></b><br>Jehoiada's role in Joash's life underscores the impact of godly mentorship. Surrounding ourselves with wise and faithful counselors can guide us in making righteous decisions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_courageous_faith.htm">The Role of Courageous Faith</a></b><br>Jehosheba's bravery in saving Joash is a testament to the power of courageous faith. Her actions remind us that God often uses individuals who are willing to take risks for His purposes.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_vulnerability_of_youth.htm">The Vulnerability of Youth</a></b><br>Joash's young age when he became king highlights the vulnerability of youth and the need for guidance. It serves as a reminder of the importance of nurturing and protecting the faith of the next generation.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_consequences_of_straying_from_god.htm">The Consequences of Straying from God</a></b><br>Later in Joash's reign, after Jehoiada's death, he strayed from God, leading to negative consequences. This illustrates the importance of remaining steadfast in faith throughout one's life.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_kings_11.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Kings 11</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_no_records_of_joash's_kingship.htm">2 Kings 11:21: Why is there no external documentation to verify Joash’s kingship after such a dramatic power shift?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/isaiah_3_4__literal_or_hyperbole.htm">Isaiah 3:4: Does the portrayal of children ruling literally describe historical reality, or is it hyperbole? If literal, where is the historical record supporting this event? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_joash's_sudden_coronation_credible.htm">2 Kings 11:12: How credible is the sudden public coronation of Joash without Athaliah's prior knowledge?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_did_athaliah_miss_joash.htm">2 Kings 11:1: How could Athaliah have overlooked or failed to find Joash if she was determined to kill all royal heirs?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/2_kings/11.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(21) <span class= "bld">Seven years old was Jehoash.</span>--The Hebrew editions connect this verse with chapter 12.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/2_kings/11.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 21.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Seven years old was Jehoash</span> - or, <span class="accented">Joash</span> - <span class="cmt_word">when he began to reign</span> (comp. vers. 3 and 4 and <a href="/2_chronicles/24-1.htm">2 Chronicles 24:1</a>). The clause would be better placed at the beginning of the next chapter. <p> <p> <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/2_kings/11-21.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Joash</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוֹאָ֥שׁ</span> <span class="translit">(yə·hō·w·’āš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3060.htm">Strong's 3060: </a> </span><span class="str2">Joash -- 'Yah is strong', the name of several Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[was] seven</span><br /><span class="heb">שֶׁ֥בַע</span> <span class="translit">(še·ḇa‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Number - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7651.htm">Strong's 7651: </a> </span><span class="str2">Seven, seven times, a week, an indefinite number</span><br /><br /><span class="word">years old</span><br /><span class="heb">בֶּן־</span> <span class="translit">(ben-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">when he became king.</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּמָלְכֽוֹ׃</span> <span class="translit">(bə·mā·lə·ḵōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4427.htm">Strong's 4427: </a> </span><span class="str2">To reign, inceptively, to ascend the throne, to induct into royalty, to take counsel</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_kings/11-21.htm">2 Kings 11:21 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/2_kings/11-21.htm">2 Kings 11:21 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/2_kings/11-21.htm">2 Kings 11:21 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/2_kings/11-21.htm">2 Kings 11:21 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/2_kings/11-21.htm">2 Kings 11:21 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/2_kings/11-21.htm">2 Kings 11:21 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_kings/11-21.htm">2 Kings 11:21 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_kings/11-21.htm">2 Kings 11:21 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/2_kings/11-21.htm">2 Kings 11:21 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/2_kings/11-21.htm">2 Kings 11:21 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/2_kings/11-21.htm">OT History: 2 Kings 11:21 Jehoash was seven years old when he (2Ki iiKi ii ki 2 kg 2kg) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_kings/11-20.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Kings 11:20"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Kings 11:20" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_kings/12-1.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Kings 12:1"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Kings 12:1" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>