In the thirty: Joash, the son of Jehoahaz, was associated with his father in the government two years before his death. It is this association that is spoken of here. Joash reigned sixteen years which include the years he reigned conjointly with his father. began Jehoash: "In consort with his father. 2Ki 14:1." 2Ki 13:10 Reciprocal: 2Ki 10:30 - thy children 2Ki 13:9 - Joash 2Ki 14:17 - Amaziah 2Ki 15:12 - Thy sons