2 Rois - Caput 11

2 Rois 11.1 Athalia vero mater Ahaziae videns mortuum filium suum surrexit et interfecit omne semen regium 2 Rois 11.2 tollens autem Iosaba filia regis Ioram soror Ahaziae Ioas filium Ahaziae furata est eum de medio filiorum regis qui interficiebantur et nutricem eius de triclinio et abscondit eum a facie Athaliae ut non interficeretur 2 Rois 11.3 eratque cum ea in domo Domini clam sex annis porro Athalia regnavit super terram 2 Rois 11.4 anno autem septimo misit Ioiada et adsumens centuriones et milites introduxit ad se in templum Domini pepigitque cum eis foedus et adiurans eos in domo Domini ostendit eis filium regis 2 Rois 11.5 et praecepit illis dicens iste sermo quem facere debetis 2 Rois 11.6 tertia pars vestrum introeat sabbato et observet excubitum domus regis tertia autem pars sit ad portam Sir et tertia pars ad portam quae est post habitaculum scutariorum et custodietis excubitum domus Messa 2 Rois 11.7 duae vero partes e vobis omnes egredientes sabbato custodiant excubias domus Domini circum regem 2 Rois 11.8 et vallabitis eum habentes arma in manibus vestris si quis autem ingressus fuerit septum templi interficiatur eritisque cum rege introeunte et egrediente 2 Rois 11.9 et fecerunt centuriones iuxta omnia quae praeceperat eis Ioiada sacerdos et adsumentes singuli viros suos qui ingrediebantur sabbatum cum his qui egrediebantur e sabbato venerunt ad Ioiada sacerdotem 2 Rois 11.10 qui dedit eis hastas et arma regis David quae erant in domo Domini 2 Rois 11.11 et steterunt singuli habentes arma in manu sua a parte templi dextra usque ad partem sinistram altaris et aedis circum regem 2 Rois 11.12 produxitque filium regis et posuit super eum diadema et testimonium feceruntque eum regem et unxerunt et plaudentes manu dixerunt vivat rex 2 Rois 11.13 audivit Athalia vocem currentis populi et ingressa ad turbas in templum Domini 2 Rois 11.14 vidit regem stantem super tribunal iuxta morem et cantores et tubas propter eum omnemque populum terrae laetantem et canentem tubis et scidit vestimenta sua clamavitque coniuratio coniuratio 2 Rois 11.15 praecepit autem Ioiada centurionibus qui erant super exercitum et ait eis educite eam extra consepta templi et quicumque secutus eam fuerit feriatur gladio dixerat enim sacerdos non occidatur in templo Domini 2 Rois 11.16 inposueruntque ei manus et inpegerunt eam per viam introitus equorum iuxta palatium et interfecta est ibi 2 Rois 11.17 pepigit igitur Ioiada foedus inter Dominum et inter regem et inter populum ut esset populus Domini et inter regem et populum 2 Rois 11.18 ingressusque est omnis populus terrae templum Baal et destruxerunt aras eius et imagines contriverunt valide Matthan quoque sacerdotem Baal occiderunt coram altari et posuit sacerdos custodias in domo Domini 2 Rois 11.19 tulitque centuriones et Cherethi et Felethi legiones et omnem populum terrae deduxeruntque regem de domo Domini et venerunt per viam portae scutariorum in palatium et sedit super thronum regum 2 Rois 11.20 laetatusque est omnis populus terrae et civitas conquievit Athalia autem occisa est gladio in domo regis

2 Rois : Caput 11

The Davidic Lineage and Divine Protection: Reflections on 2 Kings 11

Chapter 11 of the book of 2 Kings immerses us in a poignant story: the accession of Queen Athaliah and the providential rescue of young Joash. Through these tumultuous events, we discern how God protects the Davidic lineage and keeps His promises to His people.

A Usurpation and a Secret Rescue

The story begins with the usurpation of the throne by Athaliah, who, in her quest for power, stops at nothing, including the elimination of Judah's royal heirs. However, in the shadows, Jesheba, an unsung heroine, takes bold action to save Joash, Ahaziah's son. By hiding him with his nurse, she demonstrates unwavering faith in God's promise.

God's Faithfulness to His Promises

This chapter highlights God's faithfulness to His promises, illustrated by the verse from Psalms 132:11: "The Lord swore to David a solemn vow that he will not revoke: 'I will set one of your descendants on your throne.'" » » This passage reaffirms that even in times of uncertainty, God's promise remains immutable.

The Role of the Priesthood

The role of the priesthood, symbolized by Jehoiada, is also central to this story. His wisdom and determination to restore divine order, as emphasized in Proverbs 28:2, remind us that faith and wisdom are essential to overcoming crises. "When there is rebellion in the land, its rulers are many, but he who has understanding and knowledge maintains order." »

An Echo in the New Testament

The theme of divine protection of royal children is also found in the New Testament. In Matthew 2:13, an angel warns Joseph to flee to Egypt to protect the baby Jesus from Herod's threat, reminding us that divine providence always watches over those called to a great destiny.

The Power of Faith

Finally, Hebrews 11:33-34 celebrates those who, through faith, have conquered kingdoms and fulfilled promises. These acts of courage, similar to those of Jehoiada and his followers, encourage us to act with faith and determination in our own lives, knowing that God is on our side.

Conclusion

Considering these biblical passages, we understand that the messianic lineage and divine protection remain crucial themes of our faith. Through Joash's trials, we are invited to reflect on our own faithfulness to God and how we can contribute to restoring divine order in our lives and communities.