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2 Chronicles 9:30-1964 bbe — Solomon was king over Israel in Jerusalem for forty years. And Solomon went to rest with his fathers, and was put into…

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Solomon was king over Israel in Jerusalem for forty years.

And Solomon went to rest with his fathers, and was put into the earth in the town of David his father; and Rehoboam his son became king in his place.

— 2 Chronicles 9:30-1964, Bible in Basic English

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“And Solomon reigned in Jerusalem over all Israel forty years. And Solomon slept with his fathers, and he was buried in the city of David his father: and Rehoboam his son reigned in his stead. ”
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2 Chronicles 9 — Context

The king made silver as common as stones in Jerusalem and cedars like the sycamore-trees of the lowlands in number.

They got horses for Solomon from Egypt and from every land.

Now the rest of the acts of Solomon, first and last, are they not recorded in the history of Nathan the prophet, and in the words of Ahijah the prophet of Shiloh, and in the visions of Iddo the seer about Jeroboam, the son of Nebat?

Solomon was king over Israel in Jerusalem for forty years.

And Solomon went to rest with his fathers, and was put into the earth in the town of David his father; and Rehoboam his son became king in his place.

2 Chronicles 9:30-1964 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Chronicles 9:30-1964 say?

2 Chronicles 9:30-1964 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Solomon was king over Israel in Jerusalem for forty years. And Solomon went to rest with his fathers, and was put into the earth in the town of David his father; and Rehoboam his son became king in his place.”

Where is 2 Chronicles 9:30-1964 in the Bible?

2 Chronicles 9:30-1964 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of 2 Chronicles, chapter 9, verses 30–1964.

Who wrote 2 Chronicles?

2 Chronicles is traditionally attributed to Anonymous (traditionally Ezra). It was written c. 450–425 BC.

What is the book of 2 Chronicles about?

2 Chronicles narrates Solomon's reign and the kings of Judah down to the exile, with particular emphasis on the temple and faithful worship. It ends with Cyrus's decree authorizing the return — a note of hope for a people just home from Babylon.

What are the major themes of 2 Chronicles?

2 Chronicles explores themes including Temple, Worship, Faithful Kings, Reform, Return. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Chronicles 9:30-1964.

What translation should I read 2 Chronicles 9:30-1964 in?

2 Chronicles 9:30-1964 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize 2 Chronicles 9:30-1964?

2 Chronicles 9:30-1964 reads (BBE): “Solomon was king over Israel in Jerusalem for forty years. And Solomon went to rest with his fathers, and was put into the earth in the town of David his father; and Rehoboam his son became king in his place.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

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