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2 Kings 12:20 Β· KJV

"And his servants arose, and made a conspiracy, and slew Joash in the house of Millo, which goeth down to Silla."

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Passage Context

18And Jehoash king of Judah took all the hallowed things that Jehoshaphat, and Jehoram, and Ahaziah, his fathers, kings of Judah, had dedicated, and his own hallowed things, and all the gold that was found in the treasures of the house of the LORD, and in the king's house, and sent it to Hazael king of Syria: and he went away from Jerusalem.
19And the rest of the acts of Joash, and all that he did, are they not written in the book of the chronicles of the kings of Judah?
20And his servants arose, and made a conspiracy, and slew Joash in the house of Millo, which goeth down to Silla.
21For Jozachar the son of Shimeath, and Jehozabad the son of Shomer, his servants, smote him, and he died; and they buried him with his fathers in the city of David: and Amaziah his son reigned in his stead.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you handle betrayal or disappointment from those close to you?

2

What does forgiveness look like in your relationships?

3

When have you had to stand firm in your values despite opposition?

Life Application

relationships

Consider how you can rebuild trust with those who have disappointed you. Open communication is key.

forgiveness

Practice forgiveness in your life, understanding that everyone makes mistakes.

People in This Verse

JoashOT

Joash was the son of Ahaziah and became king of Judah at a young age. His reign marked a pivotal point in restoring the Davidic line and reforming the worship practices in Judah.

First appearance: 2 Kings 11:2

Places in This Verse

house of Millo

A location in Jerusalem associated with royal activities and possibly fortifications.

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