1 Kings 16:9 · KJV

"And his servant Zimri, captain of half his chariots, conspired against him, as he was in Tirzah, drinking himself drunk in the house of Arza steward of his house in Tirzah."

King James Version

Passage Context

⁷And also by the hand of the prophet Jehu the son of Hanani came the word of the LORD against Baasha, and against his house, even for all the evil that he did in the sight of the LORD, in provoking him to anger with the work of his hands, in being like the house of Jeroboam; and because he killed him.

⁸In the twenty and sixth year of Asa king of Judah began Elah the son of Baasha to reign over Israel in Tirzah, two years.

⁹And his servant Zimri, captain of half his chariots, conspired against him, as he was in Tirzah, drinking himself drunk in the house of Arza steward of his house in Tirzah.

¹⁰And Zimri went in and smote him, and killed him, in the twenty and seventh year of Asa king of Judah, and reigned in his stead.

¹¹And it came to pass, when he began to reign, as soon as he sat on his throne, that he slew all the house of Baasha: he left him not one that pisseth against a wall, neither of his kinsfolks, nor of his friends.

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Reflection Questions

How do you handle betrayal in your life?

What does loyalty mean to you?

When have you felt the weight of leadership responsibilities?

Life Application

leadership

Consider how your actions affect those you lead. Strive to be a positive influence.

trust

Reflect on who you trust in your life and why. Build relationships with those who support you.

People in This Verse

ZimriOT

Zimri was a military commander who seized the throne of Israel through treachery. His reign was short-lived, reflecting the chaos of the time.

First appearance: 1 Kings 16:9

Places in This Verse

Tirzah

Tirzah was a significant city in the northern kingdom of Israel and served as a royal residence before Samaria.

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