On the Hebrew text. The Hebrew follows the Masoretic Text in the Leningrad tradition, as represented by standard diplomatic editions in their main wording; distinctively copyrighted critical apparatus is not reproduced. Versification follows the MT.

The Book of 2 Chronicles (MT) — Interlinear Summary

A consolidated companion to the Masoretic-Text 2 Chronicles data set: each chapter rendered as a six-tier Hebrew reverse-interlinear (Hebrew · gloss · parsing · syntax · semantic force · lexical note), with per-verse discourse analysis and a chapter argument-outline.

This document gathers, for each annotated chapter, the theme, the argument outline, and the textual / exegetical note (the text_note of each file, with the shared critical-text preface removed since it is stated once above). From Solomon to exile and Cyrus, with Judah read through worship. The Hebrew follows the Masoretic Text in the Leningrad tradition (Westminster Leningrad Codex / OSHB); distinctively copyrighted apparatus is not reproduced, and Hebrew (MT) versification is used throughout.

Scope. 36 chapters · 822 verses · 13,354 annotated words.

2 Chronicles

2 Chronicles 1 — דברי הימים ב 1

Theme. 2 Chronicles 1 (18 verses in the MT) opens: And Solomon the son of David was strengthened in his kingdom, and YHWH his God with him, and magnified him exceedingly. The middle of the chapter continues: Give me now wisdom and knowledge, that I may go out and come in before this people: for who can judge this your people, great? It closes: And Solomon determined to build an house for the name of YHWH, and an house for his kingdom.

Outline.

I. 1–4 — And Solomon the son of David was strengthened in his kingdom, and YHWH h. And Solomon the son of David was strengthened in his kingdom, and YHWH his God with him, and magnified him exceedingly. Then Solomon spake to all Israel, to the captains of thousands and of hundreds, and to the judges, and to every governor in all Israel, the chief of the fathers. So Solomon, and all the congregation with him, went to the high place that at.
II. 5–8 — Moreover the brasen altar, that Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur. Moreover the brasen altar, that Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, had made, he put before the tabernacle of YHWH: and Solomon and the congregation sought to it. And Solomon went up thither to the brasen altar before YHWH, which at the tabernacle of the congregation, and offered a thousand burnt offerings upon it. In that night did God appear to.
III. 9–12 — Now, O YHWH God, let your promise to David my father be established: for. Now, O YHWH God, let your promise to David my father be established: for you have made me king over a people like the dust of the earth in multitude. Give me now wisdom and knowledge, that I may go out and come in before this people: for who can judge this your people, great? And God said to Solomon, Because this was in your heart, and you have not asked.
IV. 13–16 — Then Solomon came to the high place that at Gibeon to Jerusalem, from be. Then Solomon came to the high place that at Gibeon to Jerusalem, from before the tabernacle of the congregation, and reigned over Israel. And Solomon gathered chariots and horsemen: and he had a thousand and four hundred chariots, and twelve thousand horsemen, which he placed in the chariot cities, and with the king at Jerusalem. And the king made silver.
V. 17–18 — And they fetched up, and brought forth out of Egypt a chariot for six hu. And they fetched up, and brought forth out of Egypt a chariot for six hundred of silver, and an horse for an hundred and fifty: and so brought they out for all the kings of the Hittites, and for the kings of Syria, by their means. And Solomon determined to build an house for the name of YHWH, and an house for his kingdom.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 1 comprises 18 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — And Solomon the son of David was strengthened in his kingdom, and YHWH h. And Solomon the son of David was strengthened in his kingdom, and YHWH his God with him, and magnified him exceedingly. Then Solomon spake to all Israel, to the captains of thousands and of hundreds, and to the judges, and to every governor in all Israel, the chief of the fathers. So Solomon, and all the congregation with him, went to the high place that at. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — Moreover the brasen altar, that Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur. Moreover the brasen altar, that Bezaleel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, had made, he put before the tabernacle of YHWH: and Solomon and the congregation sought to it. And Solomon went up thither to the brasen altar before YHWH, which at the tabernacle of the congregation, and offered a thousand burnt offerings upon it. In that night did God appear to. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — Now, O YHWH God, let your promise to David my father be established: for. Now, O YHWH God, let your promise to David my father be established: for you have made me king over a people like the dust of the earth in multitude. Give me now wisdom and knowledge, that I may go out and come in before this people: for who can judge this your people, great? And God said to Solomon, Because this was in your heart, and you have not asked. Movement IV (vv. 13-16) — Then Solomon came to the high place that at Gibeon to Jerusalem, from be. Then Solomon came to the high place that at Gibeon to Jerusalem, from before the tabernacle of the congregation, and reigned over Israel. And Solomon gathered chariots and horsemen: and he had a thousand and four hundred chariots, and twelve thousand horsemen, which he placed in the chariot cities, and with the king at Jerusalem. And the king made silver. Movement V (vv. 17-18) — And they fetched up, and brought forth out of Egypt a chariot for six hu. And they fetched up, and brought forth out of Egypt a chariot for six hundred of silver, and an horse for an hundred and fifty: and so brought they out for all the kings of the Hittites, and for the kings of Syria, by their means. And Solomon determined to build an house for the name of YHWH, and an house for his kingdom. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 2 — דברי הימים ב 2

Theme. 2 Chronicles 2 (17 verses in the MT) opens: And Solomon told out threescore and ten thousand men to bear burdens, and fourscore thousand to hew in the mountain, and three thousand and six hundred to oversee them. The middle of the chapter continues: And, behold, I will give to your servants, the hewers that cut timber, twenty thousand measures of beaten wheat, and twenty thousand measures of barley, and twenty thousand baths of wine, and twenty thousand baths of. It closes: And he set threescore and ten thousand of them bearers of burdens, and fourscore thousand hewers in the mountain, and three thousand and six hundred overseers to set the people a work.

Outline.

I. 1–4 — And Solomon told out threescore and ten thousand men to bear burdens, an. And Solomon told out threescore and ten thousand men to bear burdens, and fourscore thousand to hew in the mountain, and three thousand and six hundred to oversee them. And Solomon sent to Huram the king of Tyre, saying, As you didst deal with David my father, and didst send him cedars to build him an house to dwell therein, . Behold, I build an house to.
II. 5–8 — But who is able to build him an house, seeing the heaven and heaven of h. But who is able to build him an house, seeing the heaven and heaven of heavens cannot contain him? who I then, that I should build him an house, save only to burn sacrifice before him? Send me now therefore a man cunning to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass, and in iron, and in purple, and crimson, and blue, and that can skill to grave with the.
III. 9–12 — And, behold, I will give to your servants, the hewers that cut timber, t. And, behold, I will give to your servants, the hewers that cut timber, twenty thousand measures of beaten wheat, and twenty thousand measures of barley, and twenty thousand baths of wine, and twenty thousand baths of oil. Then Huram the king of Tyre answered in writing, which he sent to Solomon, Because YHWH has loved his people, he has made you king over.
IV. 13–16 — The son of a woman of the daughters of Dan, and his father a man of Tyre. The son of a woman of the daughters of Dan, and his father a man of Tyre, skilful to work in gold, and in silver, in brass, in iron, in stone, and in timber, in purple, in blue, and in fine linen, and in crimson; also to grave any manner of graving, and to find out every device which shall be put to him, with your cunning men, and with the cunning men of my.
V. 17 — And he set threescore and ten thousand of them bearers of burdens, and f. And he set threescore and ten thousand of them bearers of burdens, and fourscore thousand hewers in the mountain, and three thousand and six hundred overseers to set the people a work.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 2 comprises 17 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — And Solomon told out threescore and ten thousand men to bear burdens, an. And Solomon told out threescore and ten thousand men to bear burdens, and fourscore thousand to hew in the mountain, and three thousand and six hundred to oversee them. And Solomon sent to Huram the king of Tyre, saying, As you didst deal with David my father, and didst send him cedars to build him an house to dwell therein, . Behold, I build an house to. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — But who is able to build him an house, seeing the heaven and heaven of h. But who is able to build him an house, seeing the heaven and heaven of heavens cannot contain him? who I then, that I should build him an house, save only to burn sacrifice before him? Send me now therefore a man cunning to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass, and in iron, and in purple, and crimson, and blue, and that can skill to grave with the. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — And, behold, I will give to your servants, the hewers that cut timber, t. And, behold, I will give to your servants, the hewers that cut timber, twenty thousand measures of beaten wheat, and twenty thousand measures of barley, and twenty thousand baths of wine, and twenty thousand baths of oil. Then Huram the king of Tyre answered in writing, which he sent to Solomon, Because YHWH has loved his people, he has made you king over. Movement IV (vv. 13-16) — The son of a woman of the daughters of Dan, and his father a man of Tyre. The son of a woman of the daughters of Dan, and his father a man of Tyre, skilful to work in gold, and in silver, in brass, in iron, in stone, and in timber, in purple, in blue, and in fine linen, and in crimson; also to grave any manner of graving, and to find out every device which shall be put to him, with your cunning men, and with the cunning men of my. Movement V (vv. 17) — And he set threescore and ten thousand of them bearers of burdens, and f. And he set threescore and ten thousand of them bearers of burdens, and fourscore thousand hewers in the mountain, and three thousand and six hundred overseers to set the people a work. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 3 — דברי הימים ב 3

Theme. 2 Chronicles 3 (17 verses in the MT) opens: Then Solomon began to build the house of YHWH at Jerusalem in mount Moriah, where appeared to David his father, in the place that David had prepared in the threshingfloor of Ornan the Jebusite. The middle of the chapter continues: And the weight of the nails fifty shekels of gold. And he overlaid the upper chambers with gold. It closes: And he reared up the pillars before the temple, one on the right hand, and the other on the left; and called the name of that on the right hand Jachin, and the name of that on the left Boaz.

Outline.

I. 1–4 — Then Solomon began to build the house of YHWH at Jerusalem in mount Mori. Then Solomon began to build the house of YHWH at Jerusalem in mount Moriah, where appeared to David his father, in the place that David had prepared in the threshingfloor of Ornan the Jebusite. And he began to build in the second of the second month, in the fourth year of his reign. Now these Solomon was instructed for the building of the house of God. The.
II. 5–8 — And the greater house he cieled with fir tree, which he overlaid with fi. And the greater house he cieled with fir tree, which he overlaid with fine gold, and set thereon palm trees and chains. And he garnished the house with precious stones for beauty: and the gold gold of Parvaim. He overlaid also the house, the beams, the posts, and the walls thereof, and the doors thereof, with gold; and graved cherubims on the walls. And he.
III. 9–12 — And the weight of the nails fifty shekels of gold. And the weight of the nails fifty shekels of gold. And he overlaid the upper chambers with gold. And in the most holy house he made two cherubims of image work, and overlaid them with gold. And the wings of the cherubims twenty cubits long: one wing five cubits, reaching to the wall of the house: and the other wing five cubits, reaching to the wing of the.
IV. 13–16 — The wings of these cherubims spread themselves forth twenty cubits: and. The wings of these cherubims spread themselves forth twenty cubits: and they stood on their feet, and their faces inward. And he made the vail blue, and purple, and crimson, and fine linen, and wrought cherubims thereon. Also he made before the house two pillars of thirty and five cubits high, and the chapiter that on the top of each of them five cubits..
V. 17 — And he reared up the pillars before the temple, one on the right hand, a. And he reared up the pillars before the temple, one on the right hand, and the other on the left; and called the name of that on the right hand Jachin, and the name of that on the left Boaz.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 3 comprises 17 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — Then Solomon began to build the house of YHWH at Jerusalem in mount Mori. Then Solomon began to build the house of YHWH at Jerusalem in mount Moriah, where appeared to David his father, in the place that David had prepared in the threshingfloor of Ornan the Jebusite. And he began to build in the second of the second month, in the fourth year of his reign. Now these Solomon was instructed for the building of the house of God. The. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — And the greater house he cieled with fir tree, which he overlaid with fi. And the greater house he cieled with fir tree, which he overlaid with fine gold, and set thereon palm trees and chains. And he garnished the house with precious stones for beauty: and the gold gold of Parvaim. He overlaid also the house, the beams, the posts, and the walls thereof, and the doors thereof, with gold; and graved cherubims on the walls. And he. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — And the weight of the nails fifty shekels of gold. And the weight of the nails fifty shekels of gold. And he overlaid the upper chambers with gold. And in the most holy house he made two cherubims of image work, and overlaid them with gold. And the wings of the cherubims twenty cubits long: one wing five cubits, reaching to the wall of the house: and the other wing five cubits, reaching to the wing of the. Movement IV (vv. 13-16) — The wings of these cherubims spread themselves forth twenty cubits: and. The wings of these cherubims spread themselves forth twenty cubits: and they stood on their feet, and their faces inward. And he made the vail blue, and purple, and crimson, and fine linen, and wrought cherubims thereon. Also he made before the house two pillars of thirty and five cubits high, and the chapiter that on the top of each of them five cubits.. Movement V (vv. 17) — And he reared up the pillars before the temple, one on the right hand, a. And he reared up the pillars before the temple, one on the right hand, and the other on the left; and called the name of that on the right hand Jachin, and the name of that on the left Boaz. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 4 — דברי הימים ב 4

Theme. 2 Chronicles 4 (22 verses in the MT) opens: Moreover he made an altar of brass, twenty cubits the length thereof, and twenty cubits the breadth thereof, and ten cubits the height thereof. The middle of the chapter continues: , the two pillars, and the pommels, and the chapiters on the top of the two pillars, and the two wreaths to cover the two pommels of the chapiters which on the top of the pillars; It closes: And the snuffers, and the basons, and the spoons, and the censers, pure gold: and the entry of the house, the inner doors thereof for the most holy , and the doors of the house of the temple, gold.

Outline.

I. 1–5 — Moreover he made an altar of brass, twenty cubits the length thereof, an. Moreover he made an altar of brass, twenty cubits the length thereof, and twenty cubits the breadth thereof, and ten cubits the height thereof. Also he made a molten sea of ten cubits from brim to brim, round in compass, and five cubits the height thereof; and a line of thirty cubits did compass it round about. And under it the similitude of oxen, which did.
II. 6–10 — He made also ten lavers, and put five on the right hand, and five on the. He made also ten lavers, and put five on the right hand, and five on the left, to wash in them: such things as they offered for the burnt offering they washed in them; but the sea for the priests to wash in. And he made ten candlesticks of gold according to their form, and set in the temple, five on the right hand, and five on the left. He made also ten.
III. 11–15 — And Huram made the pots, and the shovels, and the basons. And Huram made the pots, and the shovels, and the basons. And Huram finished the work that he was to make for king Solomon for the house of God; , the two pillars, and the pommels, and the chapiters on the top of the two pillars, and the two wreaths to cover the two pommels of the chapiters which on the top of the pillars; And four hundred pomegranates on.
IV. 16–20 — The pots also, and the shovels, and the fleshhooks, and all their instru. The pots also, and the shovels, and the fleshhooks, and all their instruments, did Huram his father make to king Solomon for the house of YHWH of bright brass. In the plain of Jordan did the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zeredathah. Thus Solomon made all these vessels in great abundance: for the weight of the brass could not be.
V. 21–22 — And the flowers, and the lamps, and the tongs, gold, that perfect gold;. And the flowers, and the lamps, and the tongs, gold, that perfect gold; And the snuffers, and the basons, and the spoons, and the censers, pure gold: and the entry of the house, the inner doors thereof for the most holy , and the doors of the house of the temple, gold.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 4 comprises 22 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — Moreover he made an altar of brass, twenty cubits the length thereof, an. Moreover he made an altar of brass, twenty cubits the length thereof, and twenty cubits the breadth thereof, and ten cubits the height thereof. Also he made a molten sea of ten cubits from brim to brim, round in compass, and five cubits the height thereof; and a line of thirty cubits did compass it round about. And under it the similitude of oxen, which did. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — He made also ten lavers, and put five on the right hand, and five on the. He made also ten lavers, and put five on the right hand, and five on the left, to wash in them: such things as they offered for the burnt offering they washed in them; but the sea for the priests to wash in. And he made ten candlesticks of gold according to their form, and set in the temple, five on the right hand, and five on the left. He made also ten. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — And Huram made the pots, and the shovels, and the basons. And Huram made the pots, and the shovels, and the basons. And Huram finished the work that he was to make for king Solomon for the house of God; , the two pillars, and the pommels, and the chapiters on the top of the two pillars, and the two wreaths to cover the two pommels of the chapiters which on the top of the pillars; And four hundred pomegranates on. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — The pots also, and the shovels, and the fleshhooks, and all their instru. The pots also, and the shovels, and the fleshhooks, and all their instruments, did Huram his father make to king Solomon for the house of YHWH of bright brass. In the plain of Jordan did the king cast them, in the clay ground between Succoth and Zeredathah. Thus Solomon made all these vessels in great abundance: for the weight of the brass could not be. Movement V (vv. 21-22) — And the flowers, and the lamps, and the tongs, gold, that perfect gold;. And the flowers, and the lamps, and the tongs, gold, that perfect gold; And the snuffers, and the basons, and the spoons, and the censers, pure gold: and the entry of the house, the inner doors thereof for the most holy , and the doors of the house of the temple, gold. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 5 — דברי הימים ב 5

Theme. 2 Chronicles 5 (14 verses in the MT) opens: Thus all the work that Solomon made for the house of YHWH was finished: and Solomon brought in the things that David his father had dedicated; and the silver, and the gold, and all the instruments, put he among the. The middle of the chapter continues: For the cherubims spread forth wings over the place of the ark, and the cherubims covered the ark and the staves thereof above. It closes: So that the priests could not stand to minister by reason of the cloud: for the glory of YHWH had filled the house of God.

Outline.

I. 1–4 — Thus all the work that Solomon made for the house of YHWH was finished:. Thus all the work that Solomon made for the house of YHWH was finished: and Solomon brought in the things that David his father had dedicated; and the silver, and the gold, and all the instruments, put he among the treasures of the house of God. Then Solomon assembled the elders of Israel, and all the heads of the tribes, the chief of the fathers of the.
II. 5–8 — And they brought up the ark, and the tabernacle of the congregation, and. And they brought up the ark, and the tabernacle of the congregation, and all the holy vessels that in the tabernacle, these did the priests the Levites bring up. Also king Solomon, and all the congregation of Israel that were assembled to him before the ark, sacrificed sheep and oxen, which could not be told nor numbered for multitude. And the priests.
III. 9–12 — And they drew out the staves , that the ends of the staves were seen fro. And they drew out the staves , that the ends of the staves were seen from the ark before the oracle; but they were not seen without. And there it is to this day. nothing in the ark save the two tables which Moses put at Horeb, when YHWH made with the children of Israel, when they came out of Egypt. And it came to pass, when the priests were come out of the.
IV. 13–14 — It came even to pass, as the trumpeters and singers as one, to make one. It came even to pass, as the trumpeters and singers as one, to make one sound to be heard in praising and thanking YHWH; and when they lifted up voice with the trumpets and cymbals and instruments of musick, and praised YHWH, , For good; for his mercy for ever: that the house was filled with a cloud, the house of YHWH; So that the priests could not stand to.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 5 comprises 14 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — Thus all the work that Solomon made for the house of YHWH was finished:. Thus all the work that Solomon made for the house of YHWH was finished: and Solomon brought in the things that David his father had dedicated; and the silver, and the gold, and all the instruments, put he among the treasures of the house of God. Then Solomon assembled the elders of Israel, and all the heads of the tribes, the chief of the fathers of the. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — And they brought up the ark, and the tabernacle of the congregation, and. And they brought up the ark, and the tabernacle of the congregation, and all the holy vessels that in the tabernacle, these did the priests the Levites bring up. Also king Solomon, and all the congregation of Israel that were assembled to him before the ark, sacrificed sheep and oxen, which could not be told nor numbered for multitude. And the priests. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — And they drew out the staves , that the ends of the staves were seen fro. And they drew out the staves , that the ends of the staves were seen from the ark before the oracle; but they were not seen without. And there it is to this day. nothing in the ark save the two tables which Moses put at Horeb, when YHWH made with the children of Israel, when they came out of Egypt. And it came to pass, when the priests were come out of the. Movement IV (vv. 13-14) — It came even to pass, as the trumpeters and singers as one, to make one. It came even to pass, as the trumpeters and singers as one, to make one sound to be heard in praising and thanking YHWH; and when they lifted up voice with the trumpets and cymbals and instruments of musick, and praised YHWH, , For good; for his mercy for ever: that the house was filled with a cloud, the house of YHWH; So that the priests could not stand to. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 6 — דברי הימים ב 6

Theme. 2 Chronicles 6 (42 verses in the MT) opens: Then said Solomon, YHWH has said that he would dwell in the thick darkness. The middle of the chapter continues: If a man sin against his neighbour, and an oath be laid upon him to make him swear, and the oath come before your altar in this house; It closes: O YHWH God, turn not away the face of your anointed: remember the mercies of David your servant.

Outline.

I. 1–9 — Then said Solomon, YHWH has said that he would dwell in the thick darkne. Then said Solomon, YHWH has said that he would dwell in the thick darkness. But I have built an house of habitation for you, and a place for your dwelling for ever. And the king turned his face, and blessed the whole congregation of Israel: and all the congregation of Israel stood. And he said, Blessed YHWH God of Israel, who has with his hands fulfilled.
II. 10–18 — YHWH therefore has performed his word that he has spoken: for I am risen. YHWH therefore has performed his word that he has spoken: for I am risen up in the room of David my father, and am set on the throne of Israel, as YHWH promised, and have built the house for the name of YHWH God of Israel. And in it have I put the ark, wherein the covenant of YHWH, that he made with the children of Israel. And he stood before the altar of.
III. 19–27 — Have respect therefore to the prayer of your servant, and to his supplic. Have respect therefore to the prayer of your servant, and to his supplication, O YHWH my God, to hearken to the cry and the prayer which your servant prayeth before you: That your eyes may be open upon this house day and night, upon the place whereof you have said that you wouldest put your name there; to hearken to the prayer which your servant prayeth.
IV. 28–36 — If there be dearth in the land, if there be pestilence, if there be blas. If there be dearth in the land, if there be pestilence, if there be blasting, or mildew, locusts, or caterpillers; if their enemies besiege them in the cities of their land; whatsoever sore or whatsoever sickness : what prayer what supplication soever shall be made of any man, or of all your people Israel, when every one shall know his own sore and his own.
V. 37–42 — Yet they bethink themselves in the land whither they are carried captive. Yet they bethink themselves in the land whither they are carried captive, and turn and pray to you in the land of their captivity, saying, We have sinned, we have done amiss, and have dealt wickedly; If they return to you with all their heart and with all their soul in the land of their captivity, whither they have carried them captives, and pray toward.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 6 comprises 42 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-9) — Then said Solomon, YHWH has said that he would dwell in the thick darkne. Then said Solomon, YHWH has said that he would dwell in the thick darkness. But I have built an house of habitation for you, and a place for your dwelling for ever. And the king turned his face, and blessed the whole congregation of Israel: and all the congregation of Israel stood. And he said, Blessed YHWH God of Israel, who has with his hands fulfilled. Movement II (vv. 10-18) — YHWH therefore has performed his word that he has spoken: for I am risen. YHWH therefore has performed his word that he has spoken: for I am risen up in the room of David my father, and am set on the throne of Israel, as YHWH promised, and have built the house for the name of YHWH God of Israel. And in it have I put the ark, wherein the covenant of YHWH, that he made with the children of Israel. And he stood before the altar of. Movement III (vv. 19-27) — Have respect therefore to the prayer of your servant, and to his supplic. Have respect therefore to the prayer of your servant, and to his supplication, O YHWH my God, to hearken to the cry and the prayer which your servant prayeth before you: That your eyes may be open upon this house day and night, upon the place whereof you have said that you wouldest put your name there; to hearken to the prayer which your servant prayeth. Movement IV (vv. 28-36) — If there be dearth in the land, if there be pestilence, if there be blas. If there be dearth in the land, if there be pestilence, if there be blasting, or mildew, locusts, or caterpillers; if their enemies besiege them in the cities of their land; whatsoever sore or whatsoever sickness : what prayer what supplication soever shall be made of any man, or of all your people Israel, when every one shall know his own sore and his own. Movement V (vv. 37-42) — Yet they bethink themselves in the land whither they are carried captive. Yet they bethink themselves in the land whither they are carried captive, and turn and pray to you in the land of their captivity, saying, We have sinned, we have done amiss, and have dealt wickedly; If they return to you with all their heart and with all their soul in the land of their captivity, whither they have carried them captives, and pray toward. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 7 — דברי הימים ב 7

Theme. 2 Chronicles 7 (22 verses in the MT) opens: Now when Solomon had made an end of praying, the fire came down from heaven, and consumed the burnt offering and the sacrifices; and the glory of YHWH filled the house. The middle of the chapter continues: And YHWH appeared to Solomon by night, and said to him, I have heard your prayer, and have chosen this place to myself for an house of sacrifice. It closes: And it shall be answered, Because they forsook YHWH God of their fathers, which brought them forth out of the land of Egypt, and laid hold on other gods, and worshipped them, and served them: therefore has he brought.

Outline.

I. 1–5 — Now when Solomon had made an end of praying, the fire came down from hea. Now when Solomon had made an end of praying, the fire came down from heaven, and consumed the burnt offering and the sacrifices; and the glory of YHWH filled the house. And the priests could not enter into the house of YHWH, because the glory of YHWH had filled YHWH's house. And when all the children of Israel saw how the fire came down, and the glory of.
II. 6–10 — And the priests waited on their offices: the Levites also with instrumen. And the priests waited on their offices: the Levites also with instruments of musick of YHWH, which David the king had made to praise YHWH, because his mercy for ever, when David praised by their ministry; and the priests sounded trumpets before them, and all Israel stood. Moreover Solomon hallowed the middle of the court that before the house of YHWH: for.
III. 11–15 — Thus Solomon finished the house of YHWH, and the king's house: and all t. Thus Solomon finished the house of YHWH, and the king's house: and all that came into Solomon's heart to make in the house of YHWH, and in his own house, he prosperously effected. And YHWH appeared to Solomon by night, and said to him, I have heard your prayer, and have chosen this place to myself for an house of sacrifice. If I shut up heaven that there be.
IV. 16–20 — For now have I chosen and sanctified this house, that my name may be the. For now have I chosen and sanctified this house, that my name may be there for ever: and mine eyes and mine heart shall be there perpetually. And as for you, if you will walk before me, as David your father walked, and do according to all that I have commanded you, and shall observe my statutes and my judgments; Then will I stablish the throne of your.
V. 21–22 — And this house, which is high, shall be an astonishment to every one tha. And this house, which is high, shall be an astonishment to every one that passeth by it; so that he shall say, Why has YHWH done thus to this land, and to this house? And it shall be answered, Because they forsook YHWH God of their fathers, which brought them forth out of the land of Egypt, and laid hold on other gods, and worshipped them, and served them:.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 7 comprises 22 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — Now when Solomon had made an end of praying, the fire came down from hea. Now when Solomon had made an end of praying, the fire came down from heaven, and consumed the burnt offering and the sacrifices; and the glory of YHWH filled the house. And the priests could not enter into the house of YHWH, because the glory of YHWH had filled YHWH's house. And when all the children of Israel saw how the fire came down, and the glory of. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — And the priests waited on their offices: the Levites also with instrumen. And the priests waited on their offices: the Levites also with instruments of musick of YHWH, which David the king had made to praise YHWH, because his mercy for ever, when David praised by their ministry; and the priests sounded trumpets before them, and all Israel stood. Moreover Solomon hallowed the middle of the court that before the house of YHWH: for. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — Thus Solomon finished the house of YHWH, and the king's house: and all t. Thus Solomon finished the house of YHWH, and the king's house: and all that came into Solomon's heart to make in the house of YHWH, and in his own house, he prosperously effected. And YHWH appeared to Solomon by night, and said to him, I have heard your prayer, and have chosen this place to myself for an house of sacrifice. If I shut up heaven that there be. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — For now have I chosen and sanctified this house, that my name may be the. For now have I chosen and sanctified this house, that my name may be there for ever: and mine eyes and mine heart shall be there perpetually. And as for you, if you will walk before me, as David your father walked, and do according to all that I have commanded you, and shall observe my statutes and my judgments; Then will I stablish the throne of your. Movement V (vv. 21-22) — And this house, which is high, shall be an astonishment to every one tha. And this house, which is high, shall be an astonishment to every one that passeth by it; so that he shall say, Why has YHWH done thus to this land, and to this house? And it shall be answered, Because they forsook YHWH God of their fathers, which brought them forth out of the land of Egypt, and laid hold on other gods, and worshipped them, and served them:. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 8 — דברי הימים ב 8

Theme. 2 Chronicles 8 (18 verses in the MT) opens: And it came to pass at the end of twenty years, wherein Solomon had built the house of YHWH, and his own house, The middle of the chapter continues: And these the chief of king Solomon's officers, two hundred and fifty, that bare rule over the people. It closes: And Huram sent him by the hands of his servants ships, and servants that had knowledge of the sea; and they went with the servants of Solomon to Ophir, and took thence four hundred and fifty talents of gold, and brought.

Outline.

I. 1–4 — And it came to pass at the end of twenty years, wherein Solomon had buil. And it came to pass at the end of twenty years, wherein Solomon had built the house of YHWH, and his own house, That the cities which Huram had restored to Solomon, Solomon built them, and caused the children of Israel to dwell there. And Solomon went to Hamathzobah, and prevailed against it. And he built Tadmor in the wilderness, and all the store cities,.
II. 5–8 — Also he built Bethhoron the upper, and Bethhoron the nether, fenced citi. Also he built Bethhoron the upper, and Bethhoron the nether, fenced cities, with walls, gates, and bars; And Baalath, and all the store cities that Solomon had, and all the chariot cities, and the cities of the horsemen, and all that Solomon desired to build in Jerusalem, and in Lebanon, and throughout all the land of his dominion. all the people left of.
III. 9–12 — But of the children of Israel did Solomon make no servants for his work;. But of the children of Israel did Solomon make no servants for his work; but they men of war, and chief of his captains, and captains of his chariots and horsemen. And these the chief of king Solomon's officers, two hundred and fifty, that bare rule over the people. And Solomon brought up the daughter of Pharaoh out of the city of David to the house that he.
IV. 13–16 — Even after a certain rate every day, offering according to the commandme. Even after a certain rate every day, offering according to the commandment of Moses, on the sabbaths, and on the new moons, and on the solemn feasts, three times in the year, in the feast of unleavened bread, and in the feast of weeks, and in the feast of tabernacles. And he appointed, according to the order of David his father, the courses of the priests.
V. 17–18 — Then went Solomon to Eziongeber, and to Eloth, at the sea side in the la. Then went Solomon to Eziongeber, and to Eloth, at the sea side in the land of Edom. And Huram sent him by the hands of his servants ships, and servants that had knowledge of the sea; and they went with the servants of Solomon to Ophir, and took thence four hundred and fifty talents of gold, and brought to king Solomon.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 8 comprises 18 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — And it came to pass at the end of twenty years, wherein Solomon had buil. And it came to pass at the end of twenty years, wherein Solomon had built the house of YHWH, and his own house, That the cities which Huram had restored to Solomon, Solomon built them, and caused the children of Israel to dwell there. And Solomon went to Hamathzobah, and prevailed against it. And he built Tadmor in the wilderness, and all the store cities,. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — Also he built Bethhoron the upper, and Bethhoron the nether, fenced citi. Also he built Bethhoron the upper, and Bethhoron the nether, fenced cities, with walls, gates, and bars; And Baalath, and all the store cities that Solomon had, and all the chariot cities, and the cities of the horsemen, and all that Solomon desired to build in Jerusalem, and in Lebanon, and throughout all the land of his dominion. all the people left of. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — But of the children of Israel did Solomon make no servants for his work;. But of the children of Israel did Solomon make no servants for his work; but they men of war, and chief of his captains, and captains of his chariots and horsemen. And these the chief of king Solomon's officers, two hundred and fifty, that bare rule over the people. And Solomon brought up the daughter of Pharaoh out of the city of David to the house that he. Movement IV (vv. 13-16) — Even after a certain rate every day, offering according to the commandme. Even after a certain rate every day, offering according to the commandment of Moses, on the sabbaths, and on the new moons, and on the solemn feasts, three times in the year, in the feast of unleavened bread, and in the feast of weeks, and in the feast of tabernacles. And he appointed, according to the order of David his father, the courses of the priests. Movement V (vv. 17-18) — Then went Solomon to Eziongeber, and to Eloth, at the sea side in the la. Then went Solomon to Eziongeber, and to Eloth, at the sea side in the land of Edom. And Huram sent him by the hands of his servants ships, and servants that had knowledge of the sea; and they went with the servants of Solomon to Ophir, and took thence four hundred and fifty talents of gold, and brought to king Solomon. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 9 — דברי הימים ב 9

Theme. 2 Chronicles 9 (31 verses in the MT) opens: And when the queen of Sheba heard of the fame of Solomon, she came to prove Solomon with hard questions at Jerusalem, with a very great company, and camels that bare spices, and gold in abundance, and precious stones. The middle of the chapter continues: And three hundred shields beaten gold: three hundred of gold went to one shield. And the king put them in the house of the forest of Lebanon. It closes: 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.

Outline.

I. 1–7 — And when the queen of Sheba heard of the fame of Solomon, she came to pr. And when the queen of Sheba heard of the fame of Solomon, she came to prove Solomon with hard questions at Jerusalem, with a very great company, and camels that bare spices, and gold in abundance, and precious stones: and when she was come to Solomon, she communed with him of all that was in her heart. And Solomon told her all her questions: and there was.
II. 8–14 — Blessed be YHWH your God, which delighted in you to set you on his thron. Blessed be YHWH your God, which delighted in you to set you on his throne, king for YHWH your God: because your God loved Israel, to establish them for ever, therefore made he you king over them, to do judgment and justice. And she gave the king an hundred and twenty talents of gold, and of spices great abundance, and precious stones: neither was there any.
III. 15–21 — And king Solomon made two hundred targets beaten gold: six hundred of be. And king Solomon made two hundred targets beaten gold: six hundred of beaten gold went to one target. And three hundred shields beaten gold: three hundred of gold went to one shield. And the king put them in the house of the forest of Lebanon. Moreover the king made a great throne of ivory, and overlaid it with pure gold. And six steps to the throne, with a.
IV. 22–28 — And king Solomon passed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. And king Solomon passed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. And all the kings of the earth sought the presence of Solomon, to hear his wisdom, that God had put in his heart. And they brought every man his present, vessels of silver, and vessels of gold, and raiment, harness, and spices, horses, and mules, a rate year by year. And Solomon had.
V. 29–31 — Now the rest of the acts of Solomon, first and last, they not written in. Now the rest of the acts of Solomon, first and last, they not written in the book of Nathan the prophet, and in the prophecy of Ahijah the Shilonite, and in the visions of Iddo the seer against Jeroboam the son of Nebat? 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.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 9 comprises 31 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — And when the queen of Sheba heard of the fame of Solomon, she came to pr. And when the queen of Sheba heard of the fame of Solomon, she came to prove Solomon with hard questions at Jerusalem, with a very great company, and camels that bare spices, and gold in abundance, and precious stones: and when she was come to Solomon, she communed with him of all that was in her heart. And Solomon told her all her questions: and there was. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — Blessed be YHWH your God, which delighted in you to set you on his thron. Blessed be YHWH your God, which delighted in you to set you on his throne, king for YHWH your God: because your God loved Israel, to establish them for ever, therefore made he you king over them, to do judgment and justice. And she gave the king an hundred and twenty talents of gold, and of spices great abundance, and precious stones: neither was there any. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — And king Solomon made two hundred targets beaten gold: six hundred of be. And king Solomon made two hundred targets beaten gold: six hundred of beaten gold went to one target. And three hundred shields beaten gold: three hundred of gold went to one shield. And the king put them in the house of the forest of Lebanon. Moreover the king made a great throne of ivory, and overlaid it with pure gold. And six steps to the throne, with a. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — And king Solomon passed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. And king Solomon passed all the kings of the earth in riches and wisdom. And all the kings of the earth sought the presence of Solomon, to hear his wisdom, that God had put in his heart. And they brought every man his present, vessels of silver, and vessels of gold, and raiment, harness, and spices, horses, and mules, a rate year by year. And Solomon had. Movement V (vv. 29-31) — Now the rest of the acts of Solomon, first and last, they not written in. Now the rest of the acts of Solomon, first and last, they not written in the book of Nathan the prophet, and in the prophecy of Ahijah the Shilonite, and in the visions of Iddo the seer against Jeroboam the son of Nebat? 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. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 10 — דברי הימים ב 10

Theme. 2 Chronicles 10 (19 verses in the MT) opens: And Rehoboam went to Shechem: for to Shechem were all Israel come to make him king. The middle of the chapter continues: And the young men that were brought up with him spake to him, saying, Thus shall you answer the people that spake to you, saying, Your father made our yoke heavy, but make you somewhat lighter for us; thus shall you say. It closes: And Israel rebelled against the house of David to this day.

Outline.

I. 1–4 — And Rehoboam went to Shechem: for to Shechem were all Israel come to mak. And Rehoboam went to Shechem: for to Shechem were all Israel come to make him king. And it came to pass, when Jeroboam the son of Nebat, who in Egypt, whither he had fled from the presence of Solomon the king, heard , that Jeroboam returned out of Egypt. And they sent and called him. So Jeroboam and all Israel came and spake to Rehoboam, saying, Your father.
II. 5–8 — And he said to them, Come again to me after three days. And he said to them, Come again to me after three days. And the people departed. And king Rehoboam took counsel with the old men that had stood before Solomon his father while he yet lived, saying, What counsel give you to return answer to this people? And they spake to him, saying, If you be kind to this people, and please them, and speak good words to.
III. 9–12 — And he said to them, What advice give you that we may return answer to t. And he said to them, What advice give you that we may return answer to this people, which have spoken to me, saying, Ease somewhat the yoke that your father did put upon us? And the young men that were brought up with him spake to him, saying, Thus shall you answer the people that spake to you, saying, Your father made our yoke heavy, but make you somewhat.
IV. 13–16 — And the king answered them roughly; and king Rehoboam forsook the counse. And the king answered them roughly; and king Rehoboam forsook the counsel of the old men, And answered them after the advice of the young men, saying, My father made your yoke heavy, but I will add thereto: my father chastised you with whips, but I with scorpions. So the king hearkened not to the people: for the cause was of God, that YHWH might perform his.
V. 17–19 — But the children of Israel that dwelt in the cities of Judah, Rehoboam r. But the children of Israel that dwelt in the cities of Judah, Rehoboam reigned over them. Then king Rehoboam sent Hadoram that over the tribute; and the children of Israel stoned him with stones, that he died. But king Rehoboam made speed to get him up to chariot, to flee to Jerusalem. And Israel rebelled against the house of David to this day.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 10 comprises 19 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — And Rehoboam went to Shechem: for to Shechem were all Israel come to mak. And Rehoboam went to Shechem: for to Shechem were all Israel come to make him king. And it came to pass, when Jeroboam the son of Nebat, who in Egypt, whither he had fled from the presence of Solomon the king, heard , that Jeroboam returned out of Egypt. And they sent and called him. So Jeroboam and all Israel came and spake to Rehoboam, saying, Your father. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — And he said to them, Come again to me after three days. And he said to them, Come again to me after three days. And the people departed. And king Rehoboam took counsel with the old men that had stood before Solomon his father while he yet lived, saying, What counsel give you to return answer to this people? And they spake to him, saying, If you be kind to this people, and please them, and speak good words to. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — And he said to them, What advice give you that we may return answer to t. And he said to them, What advice give you that we may return answer to this people, which have spoken to me, saying, Ease somewhat the yoke that your father did put upon us? And the young men that were brought up with him spake to him, saying, Thus shall you answer the people that spake to you, saying, Your father made our yoke heavy, but make you somewhat. Movement IV (vv. 13-16) — And the king answered them roughly; and king Rehoboam forsook the counse. And the king answered them roughly; and king Rehoboam forsook the counsel of the old men, And answered them after the advice of the young men, saying, My father made your yoke heavy, but I will add thereto: my father chastised you with whips, but I with scorpions. So the king hearkened not to the people: for the cause was of God, that YHWH might perform his. Movement V (vv. 17-19) — But the children of Israel that dwelt in the cities of Judah, Rehoboam r. But the children of Israel that dwelt in the cities of Judah, Rehoboam reigned over them. Then king Rehoboam sent Hadoram that over the tribute; and the children of Israel stoned him with stones, that he died. But king Rehoboam made speed to get him up to chariot, to flee to Jerusalem. And Israel rebelled against the house of David to this day. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 11 — דברי הימים ב 11

Theme. 2 Chronicles 11 (23 verses in the MT) opens: And when Rehoboam was come to Jerusalem, he gathered of the house of Judah and Benjamin an hundred and fourscore thousand chosen , which were warriors, to fight against Israel, that he might bring the kingdom again to. The middle of the chapter continues: And in every several city shields and spears, and made them exceeding strong, having Judah and Benjamin on his side. It closes: And he dealt wisely, and dispersed of all his children throughout all the countries of Judah and Benjamin, to every fenced city: and he gave them victual in abundance. And he desired many wives.

Outline.

I. 1–5 — And when Rehoboam was come to Jerusalem, he gathered of the house of Jud. And when Rehoboam was come to Jerusalem, he gathered of the house of Judah and Benjamin an hundred and fourscore thousand chosen , which were warriors, to fight against Israel, that he might bring the kingdom again to Rehoboam. But the word of YHWH came to Shemaiah the man of God, saying, Speak to Rehoboam the son of Solomon, king of Judah, and to all.
II. 6–10 — He built even Bethlehem, and Etam, and Tekoa. He built even Bethlehem, and Etam, and Tekoa, And Bethzur, and Shoco, and Adullam, And Gath, and Mareshah, and Ziph, And Adoraim, and Lachish, and Azekah, And Zorah, and Aijalon, and Hebron, which in Judah and in Benjamin fenced cities.
III. 11–15 — And he fortified the strong holds, and put captains in them, and store o. And he fortified the strong holds, and put captains in them, and store of victual, and of oil and wine. And in every several city shields and spears, and made them exceeding strong, having Judah and Benjamin on his side. And the priests and the Levites that in all Israel resorted to him out of all their coasts. For the Levites left their suburbs and their.
IV. 16–20 — And after them out of all the tribes of Israel such as set their hearts. And after them out of all the tribes of Israel such as set their hearts to seek YHWH God of Israel came to Jerusalem, to sacrifice to YHWH God of their fathers. So they strengthened the kingdom of Judah, and made Rehoboam the son of Solomon strong, three years: for three years they walked in the way of David and Solomon. And Rehoboam took him Mahalath the.
V. 21–23 — And Rehoboam loved Maachah the daughter of Absalom above all his wives a. And Rehoboam loved Maachah the daughter of Absalom above all his wives and his concubines: (for he took eighteen wives, and threescore concubines; and begat twenty and eight sons, and threescore daughters.) And Rehoboam made Abijah the son of Maachah the chief, ruler among his brethren: for to make him king. And he dealt wisely, and dispersed of all his.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 11 comprises 23 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — And when Rehoboam was come to Jerusalem, he gathered of the house of Jud. And when Rehoboam was come to Jerusalem, he gathered of the house of Judah and Benjamin an hundred and fourscore thousand chosen , which were warriors, to fight against Israel, that he might bring the kingdom again to Rehoboam. But the word of YHWH came to Shemaiah the man of God, saying, Speak to Rehoboam the son of Solomon, king of Judah, and to all. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — He built even Bethlehem, and Etam, and Tekoa. He built even Bethlehem, and Etam, and Tekoa, And Bethzur, and Shoco, and Adullam, And Gath, and Mareshah, and Ziph, And Adoraim, and Lachish, and Azekah, And Zorah, and Aijalon, and Hebron, which in Judah and in Benjamin fenced cities. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — And he fortified the strong holds, and put captains in them, and store o. And he fortified the strong holds, and put captains in them, and store of victual, and of oil and wine. And in every several city shields and spears, and made them exceeding strong, having Judah and Benjamin on his side. And the priests and the Levites that in all Israel resorted to him out of all their coasts. For the Levites left their suburbs and their. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — And after them out of all the tribes of Israel such as set their hearts. And after them out of all the tribes of Israel such as set their hearts to seek YHWH God of Israel came to Jerusalem, to sacrifice to YHWH God of their fathers. So they strengthened the kingdom of Judah, and made Rehoboam the son of Solomon strong, three years: for three years they walked in the way of David and Solomon. And Rehoboam took him Mahalath the. Movement V (vv. 21-23) — And Rehoboam loved Maachah the daughter of Absalom above all his wives a. And Rehoboam loved Maachah the daughter of Absalom above all his wives and his concubines: (for he took eighteen wives, and threescore concubines; and begat twenty and eight sons, and threescore daughters.) And Rehoboam made Abijah the son of Maachah the chief, ruler among his brethren: for to make him king. And he dealt wisely, and dispersed of all his. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 12 — דברי הימים ב 12

Theme. 2 Chronicles 12 (16 verses in the MT) opens: And it came to pass, when Rehoboam had established the kingdom, and had strengthened himself, he forsook the law of YHWH, and all Israel with him. The middle of the chapter continues: So Shishak king of Egypt came up against Jerusalem, and took away the treasures of the house of YHWH, and the treasures of the king's house; he took all: he carried away also the shields of gold which Solomon had made. It closes: And Rehoboam slept with his fathers, and was buried in the city of David: and Abijah his son reigned in his stead.

Outline.

I. 1–4 — And it came to pass, when Rehoboam had established the kingdom, and had. And it came to pass, when Rehoboam had established the kingdom, and had strengthened himself, he forsook the law of YHWH, and all Israel with him. And it came to pass, in the fifth year of king Rehoboam Shishak king of Egypt came up against Jerusalem, because they had transgressed against YHWH, With twelve hundred chariots, and threescore thousand horsemen:.
II. 5–8 — Then came Shemaiah the prophet to Rehoboam, and the princes of Judah, th. Then came Shemaiah the prophet to Rehoboam, and the princes of Judah, that were gathered together to Jerusalem because of Shishak, and said to them, Thus says YHWH, You have forsaken me, and therefore have I also left you in the hand of Shishak. Whereupon the princes of Israel and the king humbled themselves; and they said, YHWH righteous. And when YHWH saw.
III. 9–12 — So Shishak king of Egypt came up against Jerusalem, and took away the tr. So Shishak king of Egypt came up against Jerusalem, and took away the treasures of the house of YHWH, and the treasures of the king's house; he took all: he carried away also the shields of gold which Solomon had made. Instead of which king Rehoboam made shields of brass, and committed to the hands of the chief of the guard, that kept the entrance of the.
IV. 13–16 — So king Rehoboam strengthened himself in Jerusalem, and reigned: for Reh. So king Rehoboam strengthened himself in Jerusalem, and reigned: for Rehoboam one and forty years old when he began to reign, and he reigned seventeen years in Jerusalem, the city which YHWH had chosen out of all the tribes of Israel, to put his name there. And his mother's name Naamah an Ammonitess. And he did evil, because he prepared not his heart to.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 12 comprises 16 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — And it came to pass, when Rehoboam had established the kingdom, and had. And it came to pass, when Rehoboam had established the kingdom, and had strengthened himself, he forsook the law of YHWH, and all Israel with him. And it came to pass, in the fifth year of king Rehoboam Shishak king of Egypt came up against Jerusalem, because they had transgressed against YHWH, With twelve hundred chariots, and threescore thousand horsemen:. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — Then came Shemaiah the prophet to Rehoboam, and the princes of Judah, th. Then came Shemaiah the prophet to Rehoboam, and the princes of Judah, that were gathered together to Jerusalem because of Shishak, and said to them, Thus says YHWH, You have forsaken me, and therefore have I also left you in the hand of Shishak. Whereupon the princes of Israel and the king humbled themselves; and they said, YHWH righteous. And when YHWH saw. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — So Shishak king of Egypt came up against Jerusalem, and took away the tr. So Shishak king of Egypt came up against Jerusalem, and took away the treasures of the house of YHWH, and the treasures of the king's house; he took all: he carried away also the shields of gold which Solomon had made. Instead of which king Rehoboam made shields of brass, and committed to the hands of the chief of the guard, that kept the entrance of the. Movement IV (vv. 13-16) — So king Rehoboam strengthened himself in Jerusalem, and reigned: for Reh. So king Rehoboam strengthened himself in Jerusalem, and reigned: for Rehoboam one and forty years old when he began to reign, and he reigned seventeen years in Jerusalem, the city which YHWH had chosen out of all the tribes of Israel, to put his name there. And his mother's name Naamah an Ammonitess. And he did evil, because he prepared not his heart to. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 13 — דברי הימים ב 13

Theme. 2 Chronicles 13 (23 verses in the MT) opens: Now in the eighteenth year of king Jeroboam began Abijah to reign over Judah. The middle of the chapter continues: And, behold, God himself with us for captain, and his priests with sounding trumpets to cry alarm against you. O children of Israel, fight you not against YHWH God of your fathers; for you shall not prosper. It closes: So Abijah slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the city of David: and Asa his son reigned in his stead. In his days the land was quiet ten years.

Outline.

I. 1–5 — Now in the eighteenth year of king Jeroboam began Abijah to reign over J. Now in the eighteenth year of king Jeroboam began Abijah to reign over Judah. He reigned three years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also Michaiah the daughter of Uriel of Gibeah. And there was war between Abijah and Jeroboam. And Abijah set the battle in array with an army of valiant men of war, four hundred thousand chosen men: Jeroboam also set the.
II. 6–10 — Yet Jeroboam the son of Nebat, the servant of Solomon the son of David,. Yet Jeroboam the son of Nebat, the servant of Solomon the son of David, is risen up, and has rebelled against his lord. And there are gathered to him vain men, the children of Belial, and have strengthened themselves against Rehoboam the son of Solomon, when Rehoboam was young and tenderhearted, and could not withstand them. And now you think to withstand.
III. 11–15 — And they burn to YHWH every morning and every evening burnt sacrifices a. And they burn to YHWH every morning and every evening burnt sacrifices and sweet incense: the shewbread also upon the pure table; and the candlestick of gold with the lamps thereof, to burn every evening: for we keep the charge of YHWH our God; but you have forsaken him. And, behold, God himself with us for captain, and his priests with sounding trumpets to.
IV. 16–20 — And the children of Israel fled before Judah: and God delivered them int. And the children of Israel fled before Judah: and God delivered them into their hand. And Abijah and his people slew them with a great slaughter: so there fell down slain of Israel five hundred thousand chosen men. Thus the children of Israel were brought under at that time, and the children of Judah prevailed, because they relied upon YHWH God of their.
V. 21–23 — But Abijah waxed mighty, and married fourteen wives, and begat twenty an. But Abijah waxed mighty, and married fourteen wives, and begat twenty and two sons, and sixteen daughters. And the rest of the acts of Abijah, and his ways, and his sayings, written in the story of the prophet Iddo. So Abijah slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the city of David: and Asa his son reigned in his stead. In his days the land was.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 13 comprises 23 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — Now in the eighteenth year of king Jeroboam began Abijah to reign over J. Now in the eighteenth year of king Jeroboam began Abijah to reign over Judah. He reigned three years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also Michaiah the daughter of Uriel of Gibeah. And there was war between Abijah and Jeroboam. And Abijah set the battle in array with an army of valiant men of war, four hundred thousand chosen men: Jeroboam also set the. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — Yet Jeroboam the son of Nebat, the servant of Solomon the son of David,. Yet Jeroboam the son of Nebat, the servant of Solomon the son of David, is risen up, and has rebelled against his lord. And there are gathered to him vain men, the children of Belial, and have strengthened themselves against Rehoboam the son of Solomon, when Rehoboam was young and tenderhearted, and could not withstand them. And now you think to withstand. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — And they burn to YHWH every morning and every evening burnt sacrifices a. And they burn to YHWH every morning and every evening burnt sacrifices and sweet incense: the shewbread also upon the pure table; and the candlestick of gold with the lamps thereof, to burn every evening: for we keep the charge of YHWH our God; but you have forsaken him. And, behold, God himself with us for captain, and his priests with sounding trumpets to. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — And the children of Israel fled before Judah: and God delivered them int. And the children of Israel fled before Judah: and God delivered them into their hand. And Abijah and his people slew them with a great slaughter: so there fell down slain of Israel five hundred thousand chosen men. Thus the children of Israel were brought under at that time, and the children of Judah prevailed, because they relied upon YHWH God of their. Movement V (vv. 21-23) — But Abijah waxed mighty, and married fourteen wives, and begat twenty an. But Abijah waxed mighty, and married fourteen wives, and begat twenty and two sons, and sixteen daughters. And the rest of the acts of Abijah, and his ways, and his sayings, written in the story of the prophet Iddo. So Abijah slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the city of David: and Asa his son reigned in his stead. In his days the land was. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 14 — דברי הימים ב 14

Theme. 2 Chronicles 14 (14 verses in the MT) opens: And Asa did good and right in the eyes of YHWH his God: The middle of the chapter continues: And there came out against them Zerah the Ethiopian with an host of a thousand thousand, and three hundred chariots; and came to Mareshah. It closes: They smote also the tents of cattle, and carried away sheep and camels in abundance, and returned to Jerusalem.

Outline.

I. 1–4 — And Asa did good and right in the eyes of YHWH his God:. And Asa did good and right in the eyes of YHWH his God: For he took away the altars of the strange , and the high places, and brake down the images, and cut down the groves: And commanded Judah to seek YHWH God of their fathers, and to do the law and the commandment. Also he took away out of all the cities of Judah the high places and the images: and the.
II. 5–8 — And he built fenced cities in Judah: for the land had rest, and he had n. And he built fenced cities in Judah: for the land had rest, and he had no war in those years; because YHWH had given him rest. Therefore he said to Judah, Let us build these cities, and make about walls, and towers, gates, and bars, the land yet before us; because we have sought YHWH our God, we have sought , and he has given us rest on every side. So they.
III. 9–12 — Then Asa went out against him, and they set the battle in array in the v. Then Asa went out against him, and they set the battle in array in the valley of Zephathah at Mareshah. And Asa cried to YHWH his God, and said, YHWH, nothing with you to help, whether with many, or with them that have no power: help us, O YHWH our God; for we rest on you, and in your name we go against this multitude. O YHWH, you our God; let not man.
IV. 13–14 — And they smote all the cities round about Gerar; for the fear of YHWH ca. And they smote all the cities round about Gerar; for the fear of YHWH came upon them: and they spoiled all the cities; for there was exceeding much spoil in them. They smote also the tents of cattle, and carried away sheep and camels in abundance, and returned to Jerusalem.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 14 comprises 14 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — And Asa did good and right in the eyes of YHWH his God:. And Asa did good and right in the eyes of YHWH his God: For he took away the altars of the strange , and the high places, and brake down the images, and cut down the groves: And commanded Judah to seek YHWH God of their fathers, and to do the law and the commandment. Also he took away out of all the cities of Judah the high places and the images: and the. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — And he built fenced cities in Judah: for the land had rest, and he had n. And he built fenced cities in Judah: for the land had rest, and he had no war in those years; because YHWH had given him rest. Therefore he said to Judah, Let us build these cities, and make about walls, and towers, gates, and bars, the land yet before us; because we have sought YHWH our God, we have sought , and he has given us rest on every side. So they. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — Then Asa went out against him, and they set the battle in array in the v. Then Asa went out against him, and they set the battle in array in the valley of Zephathah at Mareshah. And Asa cried to YHWH his God, and said, YHWH, nothing with you to help, whether with many, or with them that have no power: help us, O YHWH our God; for we rest on you, and in your name we go against this multitude. O YHWH, you our God; let not man. Movement IV (vv. 13-14) — And they smote all the cities round about Gerar; for the fear of YHWH ca. And they smote all the cities round about Gerar; for the fear of YHWH came upon them: and they spoiled all the cities; for there was exceeding much spoil in them. They smote also the tents of cattle, and carried away sheep and camels in abundance, and returned to Jerusalem. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 15 — דברי הימים ב 15

Theme. 2 Chronicles 15 (19 verses in the MT) opens: And the Spirit of God came upon Azariah the son of Oded: The middle of the chapter continues: So they gathered themselves together at Jerusalem in the third month, in the fifteenth year of the reign of Asa. It closes: And there was no war to the five and thirtieth year of the reign of Asa.

Outline.

I. 1–4 — And the Spirit of God came upon Azariah the son of Oded:. And the Spirit of God came upon Azariah the son of Oded: And he went out to meet Asa, and said to him, Hear you me, Asa, and all Judah and Benjamin; YHWH with you, while you be with him; and if you seek him, he will be found of you; but if you forsake him, he will forsake you. Now for a long season Israel without the true God, and without a teaching priest,.
II. 5–8 — And in those times no peace to him that went out, nor to him that came i. And in those times no peace to him that went out, nor to him that came in, but great vexations upon all the inhabitants of the countries. And nation was destroyed of nation, and city of city: for God did vex them with all adversity. Be you strong therefore, and let not your hands be weak: for your work shall be rewarded. And when Asa heard these words, and.
III. 9–12 — And he gathered all Judah and Benjamin, and the strangers with them out. And he gathered all Judah and Benjamin, and the strangers with them out of Ephraim and Manasseh, and out of Simeon: for they fell to him out of Israel in abundance, when they saw that YHWH his God with him. So they gathered themselves together at Jerusalem in the third month, in the fifteenth year of the reign of Asa. And they offered to YHWH the same time,.
IV. 13–16 — That whosoever would not seek YHWH God of Israel should be put to death. That whosoever would not seek YHWH God of Israel should be put to death, whether small or great, whether man or woman. And they sware to YHWH with a loud voice, and with shouting, and with trumpets, and with cornets. And all Judah rejoiced at the oath: for they had sworn with all their heart, and sought him with their whole desire; and he was found of them:.
V. 17–19 — But the high places were not taken away out of Israel: nevertheless the. But the high places were not taken away out of Israel: nevertheless the heart of Asa was perfect all his days. And he brought into the house of God the things that his father had dedicated, and that he himself had dedicated, silver, and gold, and vessels. And there was no war to the five and thirtieth year of the reign of Asa.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 15 comprises 19 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — And the Spirit of God came upon Azariah the son of Oded:. And the Spirit of God came upon Azariah the son of Oded: And he went out to meet Asa, and said to him, Hear you me, Asa, and all Judah and Benjamin; YHWH with you, while you be with him; and if you seek him, he will be found of you; but if you forsake him, he will forsake you. Now for a long season Israel without the true God, and without a teaching priest,. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — And in those times no peace to him that went out, nor to him that came i. And in those times no peace to him that went out, nor to him that came in, but great vexations upon all the inhabitants of the countries. And nation was destroyed of nation, and city of city: for God did vex them with all adversity. Be you strong therefore, and let not your hands be weak: for your work shall be rewarded. And when Asa heard these words, and. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — And he gathered all Judah and Benjamin, and the strangers with them out. And he gathered all Judah and Benjamin, and the strangers with them out of Ephraim and Manasseh, and out of Simeon: for they fell to him out of Israel in abundance, when they saw that YHWH his God with him. So they gathered themselves together at Jerusalem in the third month, in the fifteenth year of the reign of Asa. And they offered to YHWH the same time,. Movement IV (vv. 13-16) — That whosoever would not seek YHWH God of Israel should be put to death. That whosoever would not seek YHWH God of Israel should be put to death, whether small or great, whether man or woman. And they sware to YHWH with a loud voice, and with shouting, and with trumpets, and with cornets. And all Judah rejoiced at the oath: for they had sworn with all their heart, and sought him with their whole desire; and he was found of them:. Movement V (vv. 17-19) — But the high places were not taken away out of Israel: nevertheless the. But the high places were not taken away out of Israel: nevertheless the heart of Asa was perfect all his days. And he brought into the house of God the things that his father had dedicated, and that he himself had dedicated, silver, and gold, and vessels. And there was no war to the five and thirtieth year of the reign of Asa. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 16 — דברי הימים ב 16

Theme. 2 Chronicles 16 (14 verses in the MT) opens: In the six and thirtieth year of the reign of Asa Baasha king of Israel came up against Judah, and built Ramah, to the intent that he might let none go out or come in to Asa king of Judah. The middle of the chapter continues: Were not the Ethiopians and the Lubims a huge host, with very many chariots and horsemen? yet, because you didst rely on YHWH, he delivered them into your hand. It closes: And they buried him in his own sepulchres, which he had made for himself in the city of David, and laid him in the bed which was filled with sweet odours and divers kinds prepared by the apothecaries' are: and they made.

Outline.

I. 1–4 — In the six and thirtieth year of the reign of Asa Baasha king of Israel. In the six and thirtieth year of the reign of Asa Baasha king of Israel came up against Judah, and built Ramah, to the intent that he might let none go out or come in to Asa king of Judah. Then Asa brought out silver and gold out of the treasures of the house of YHWH and of the king's house, and sent to Benhadad king of Syria, that dwelt at Damascus,.
II. 5–8 — And it came to pass, when Baasha heard , that he left off building of Ra. And it came to pass, when Baasha heard , that he left off building of Ramah, and let his work cease. Then Asa the king took all Judah; and they carried away the stones of Ramah, and the timber thereof, wherewith Baasha was building; and he built therewith Geba and Mizpah. And at that time Hanani the seer came to Asa king of Judah, and said to him, Because.
III. 9–12 — For the eyes of YHWH run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew. For the eyes of YHWH run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of whose heart perfect toward him. Herein you have done foolishly: therefore from henceforth you shall have wars. Then Asa was wroth with the seer, and put him in a prison house; for in a rage with him because of this . And Asa oppressed of the people the.
IV. 13–14 — And Asa slept with his fathers, and died in the one and fortieth year of. And Asa slept with his fathers, and died in the one and fortieth year of his reign. And they buried him in his own sepulchres, which he had made for himself in the city of David, and laid him in the bed which was filled with sweet odours and divers kinds prepared by the apothecaries' are: and they made a very great burning for him.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 16 comprises 14 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — In the six and thirtieth year of the reign of Asa Baasha king of Israel. In the six and thirtieth year of the reign of Asa Baasha king of Israel came up against Judah, and built Ramah, to the intent that he might let none go out or come in to Asa king of Judah. Then Asa brought out silver and gold out of the treasures of the house of YHWH and of the king's house, and sent to Benhadad king of Syria, that dwelt at Damascus,. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — And it came to pass, when Baasha heard , that he left off building of Ra. And it came to pass, when Baasha heard , that he left off building of Ramah, and let his work cease. Then Asa the king took all Judah; and they carried away the stones of Ramah, and the timber thereof, wherewith Baasha was building; and he built therewith Geba and Mizpah. And at that time Hanani the seer came to Asa king of Judah, and said to him, Because. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — For the eyes of YHWH run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew. For the eyes of YHWH run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of whose heart perfect toward him. Herein you have done foolishly: therefore from henceforth you shall have wars. Then Asa was wroth with the seer, and put him in a prison house; for in a rage with him because of this . And Asa oppressed of the people the. Movement IV (vv. 13-14) — And Asa slept with his fathers, and died in the one and fortieth year of. And Asa slept with his fathers, and died in the one and fortieth year of his reign. And they buried him in his own sepulchres, which he had made for himself in the city of David, and laid him in the bed which was filled with sweet odours and divers kinds prepared by the apothecaries' are: and they made a very great burning for him. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 17 — דברי הימים ב 17

Theme. 2 Chronicles 17 (19 verses in the MT) opens: And Jehoshaphat his son reigned in his stead, and strengthened himself against Israel. The middle of the chapter continues: And the fear of YHWH fell upon all the kingdoms of the lands that round about Judah, so that they made no war against Jehoshaphat. It closes: These waited on the king, beside whom the king put in the fenced cities throughout all Judah.

Outline.

I. 1–4 — And Jehoshaphat his son reigned in his stead, and strengthened himself a. And Jehoshaphat his son reigned in his stead, and strengthened himself against Israel. And he placed forces in all the fenced cities of Judah, and set garrisons in the land of Judah, and in the cities of Ephraim, which Asa his father had taken. And YHWH was with Jehoshaphat, because he walked in the first ways of his father David, and sought not to Baalim;.
II. 5–8 — Therefore YHWH stablished the kingdom in his hand; and all Judah brought. Therefore YHWH stablished the kingdom in his hand; and all Judah brought to Jehoshaphat presents; and he had riches and honour in abundance. And his heart was lifted up in the ways of YHWH: moreover he took away the high places and groves out of Judah. Also in the third year of his reign he sent to his princes, to Benhail, and to Obadiah, and to Zechariah,.
III. 9–12 — And they taught in Judah, and the book of the law of YHWH with them, and. And they taught in Judah, and the book of the law of YHWH with them, and went about throughout all the cities of Judah, and taught the people. And the fear of YHWH fell upon all the kingdoms of the lands that round about Judah, so that they made no war against Jehoshaphat. Also of the Philistines brought Jehoshaphat presents, and tribute silver; and the.
IV. 13–16 — And he had much business in the cities of Judah: and the men of war, mig. And he had much business in the cities of Judah: and the men of war, mighty men of valour, in Jerusalem. And these the numbers of them according to the house of their fathers: Of Judah, the captains of thousands; Adnah the chief, and with him mighty men of valour three hundred thousand. And next to him Jehohanan the captain, and with him two hundred and.
V. 17–19 — And of Benjamin; Eliada a mighty man of valour, and with him armed men w. And of Benjamin; Eliada a mighty man of valour, and with him armed men with bow and shield two hundred thousand. And next him Jehozabad, and with him an hundred and fourscore thousand ready prepared for the war. These waited on the king, beside whom the king put in the fenced cities throughout all Judah.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 17 comprises 19 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — And Jehoshaphat his son reigned in his stead, and strengthened himself a. And Jehoshaphat his son reigned in his stead, and strengthened himself against Israel. And he placed forces in all the fenced cities of Judah, and set garrisons in the land of Judah, and in the cities of Ephraim, which Asa his father had taken. And YHWH was with Jehoshaphat, because he walked in the first ways of his father David, and sought not to Baalim;. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — Therefore YHWH stablished the kingdom in his hand; and all Judah brought. Therefore YHWH stablished the kingdom in his hand; and all Judah brought to Jehoshaphat presents; and he had riches and honour in abundance. And his heart was lifted up in the ways of YHWH: moreover he took away the high places and groves out of Judah. Also in the third year of his reign he sent to his princes, to Benhail, and to Obadiah, and to Zechariah,. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — And they taught in Judah, and the book of the law of YHWH with them, and. And they taught in Judah, and the book of the law of YHWH with them, and went about throughout all the cities of Judah, and taught the people. And the fear of YHWH fell upon all the kingdoms of the lands that round about Judah, so that they made no war against Jehoshaphat. Also of the Philistines brought Jehoshaphat presents, and tribute silver; and the. Movement IV (vv. 13-16) — And he had much business in the cities of Judah: and the men of war, mig. And he had much business in the cities of Judah: and the men of war, mighty men of valour, in Jerusalem. And these the numbers of them according to the house of their fathers: Of Judah, the captains of thousands; Adnah the chief, and with him mighty men of valour three hundred thousand. And next to him Jehohanan the captain, and with him two hundred and. Movement V (vv. 17-19) — And of Benjamin; Eliada a mighty man of valour, and with him armed men w. And of Benjamin; Eliada a mighty man of valour, and with him armed men with bow and shield two hundred thousand. And next him Jehozabad, and with him an hundred and fourscore thousand ready prepared for the war. These waited on the king, beside whom the king put in the fenced cities throughout all Judah. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 18 — דברי הימים ב 18

Theme. 2 Chronicles 18 (34 verses in the MT) opens: Now Jehoshaphat had riches and honour in abundance, and joined affinity with Ahab. The middle of the chapter continues: Again he said, Therefore hear the word of YHWH; I saw YHWH sitting upon his throne, and all the host of heaven standing on his right hand and his left. It closes: And the battle increased that day: howbeit the king of Israel stayed up in chariot against the Syrians until the even: and about the time of the sun going down he died.

Outline.

I. 1–7 — Now Jehoshaphat had riches and honour in abundance, and joined affinity. Now Jehoshaphat had riches and honour in abundance, and joined affinity with Ahab. And after years he went down to Ahab to Samaria. And Ahab killed sheep and oxen for him in abundance, and for the people that with him, and persuaded him to go up to Ramothgilead. And Ahab king of Israel said to Jehoshaphat king of Judah, Wilt you go with me to Ramothgilead?.
II. 8–14 — And the king of Israel called for one officers, and said, Fetch quickly. And the king of Israel called for one officers, and said, Fetch quickly Micaiah the son of Imla. And the king of Israel and Jehoshaphat king of Judah sat either of them on his throne, clothed in robes, and they sat in a void place at the entering in of the gate of Samaria; and all the prophets prophesied before them. And Zedekiah the son of Chenaanah had.
III. 15–21 — And the king said to him, How many times shall I adjure you that you say. And the king said to him, How many times shall I adjure you that you say nothing but the truth to me in the name of YHWH? Then he said, I did see all Israel scattered upon the mountains, as sheep that have no shepherd: and YHWH said, These have no master; let them return every man to his house in peace. And the king of Israel said to Jehoshaphat, Did I not.
IV. 22–28 — Now therefore, behold, YHWH has put a lying spirit in the mouth of these. Now therefore, behold, YHWH has put a lying spirit in the mouth of these your prophets, and YHWH has spoken evil against you. Then Zedekiah the son of Chenaanah came near, and smote Micaiah upon the cheek, and said, Which way went the Spirit of YHWH from me to speak to you? And Micaiah said, Behold, you shall see on that day when you shall go into an inner.
V. 29–34 — And the king of Israel said to Jehoshaphat, I will disguise myself, and. And the king of Israel said to Jehoshaphat, I will disguise myself, and will go to the battle; but put you on your robes. So the king of Israel disguised himself; and they went to the battle. Now the king of Syria had commanded the captains of the chariots that with him, saying, Fight you not with small or great, save only with the king of Israel. And it.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 18 comprises 34 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — Now Jehoshaphat had riches and honour in abundance, and joined affinity. Now Jehoshaphat had riches and honour in abundance, and joined affinity with Ahab. And after years he went down to Ahab to Samaria. And Ahab killed sheep and oxen for him in abundance, and for the people that with him, and persuaded him to go up to Ramothgilead. And Ahab king of Israel said to Jehoshaphat king of Judah, Wilt you go with me to Ramothgilead?. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — And the king of Israel called for one officers, and said, Fetch quickly. And the king of Israel called for one officers, and said, Fetch quickly Micaiah the son of Imla. And the king of Israel and Jehoshaphat king of Judah sat either of them on his throne, clothed in robes, and they sat in a void place at the entering in of the gate of Samaria; and all the prophets prophesied before them. And Zedekiah the son of Chenaanah had. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — And the king said to him, How many times shall I adjure you that you say. And the king said to him, How many times shall I adjure you that you say nothing but the truth to me in the name of YHWH? Then he said, I did see all Israel scattered upon the mountains, as sheep that have no shepherd: and YHWH said, These have no master; let them return every man to his house in peace. And the king of Israel said to Jehoshaphat, Did I not. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — Now therefore, behold, YHWH has put a lying spirit in the mouth of these. Now therefore, behold, YHWH has put a lying spirit in the mouth of these your prophets, and YHWH has spoken evil against you. Then Zedekiah the son of Chenaanah came near, and smote Micaiah upon the cheek, and said, Which way went the Spirit of YHWH from me to speak to you? And Micaiah said, Behold, you shall see on that day when you shall go into an inner. Movement V (vv. 29-34) — And the king of Israel said to Jehoshaphat, I will disguise myself, and. And the king of Israel said to Jehoshaphat, I will disguise myself, and will go to the battle; but put you on your robes. So the king of Israel disguised himself; and they went to the battle. Now the king of Syria had commanded the captains of the chariots that with him, saying, Fight you not with small or great, save only with the king of Israel. And it. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 19 — דברי הימים ב 19

Theme. 2 Chronicles 19 (11 verses in the MT) opens: And Jehoshaphat the king of Judah returned to his house in peace to Jerusalem. The middle of the chapter continues: And said to the judges, Take heed what you do: for you judge not for man, but for YHWH, who with you in the judgment. It closes: And, behold, Amariah the chief priest over you in all matters of YHWH; and Zebadiah the son of Ishmael, the ruler of the house of Judah, for all the king's matters: also the Levites officers before you. Deal.

Outline.

I. 1–4 — And Jehoshaphat the king of Judah returned to his house in peace to Jeru. And Jehoshaphat the king of Judah returned to his house in peace to Jerusalem. And Jehu the son of Hanani the seer went out to meet him, and said to king Jehoshaphat, Shouldest you help the ungodly, and love them that hate YHWH? therefore wrath upon you from before YHWH. Nevertheless there are good things found in you, in that you have taken away the groves.
II. 5–8 — And he set judges in the land throughout all the fenced cities of Judah. And he set judges in the land throughout all the fenced cities of Judah, city by city, And said to the judges, Take heed what you do: for you judge not for man, but for YHWH, who with you in the judgment. Wherefore now let the fear of YHWH be upon you; take heed and do : for no iniquity with YHWH our God, nor respect of persons, nor taking of gifts..
III. 9–11 — And he charged them, saying, Thus shall you do in the fear of YHWH, fait. And he charged them, saying, Thus shall you do in the fear of YHWH, faithfully, and with a perfect heart. And what cause soever shall come to you of your brethren that dwell in their cities, between blood and blood, between law and commandment, statutes and judgments, you shall even warn them that they trespass not against YHWH, and wrath come upon you, and.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 19 comprises 11 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — And Jehoshaphat the king of Judah returned to his house in peace to Jeru. And Jehoshaphat the king of Judah returned to his house in peace to Jerusalem. And Jehu the son of Hanani the seer went out to meet him, and said to king Jehoshaphat, Shouldest you help the ungodly, and love them that hate YHWH? therefore wrath upon you from before YHWH. Nevertheless there are good things found in you, in that you have taken away the groves. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — And he set judges in the land throughout all the fenced cities of Judah. And he set judges in the land throughout all the fenced cities of Judah, city by city, And said to the judges, Take heed what you do: for you judge not for man, but for YHWH, who with you in the judgment. Wherefore now let the fear of YHWH be upon you; take heed and do : for no iniquity with YHWH our God, nor respect of persons, nor taking of gifts.. Movement III (vv. 9-11) — And he charged them, saying, Thus shall you do in the fear of YHWH, fait. And he charged them, saying, Thus shall you do in the fear of YHWH, faithfully, and with a perfect heart. And what cause soever shall come to you of your brethren that dwell in their cities, between blood and blood, between law and commandment, statutes and judgments, you shall even warn them that they trespass not against YHWH, and wrath come upon you, and. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 20 — דברי הימים ב 20

Theme. 2 Chronicles 20 (37 verses in the MT) opens: It came to pass after this also, the children of Moab, and the children of Ammon, and with them beside the Ammonites, came against Jehoshaphat to battle. The middle of the chapter continues: And the Levites, of the children of the Kohathites, and of the children of the Korhites, stood up to praise YHWH God of Israel with a loud voice on high. It closes: Then Eliezer the son of Dodavah of Mareshah prophesied against Jehoshaphat, saying, Because you have joined thyself with Ahaziah, YHWH has broken your works. And the ships were broken, that they were not able to go to.

Outline.

I. 1–8 — It came to pass after this also, the children of Moab, and the children. It came to pass after this also, the children of Moab, and the children of Ammon, and with them beside the Ammonites, came against Jehoshaphat to battle. Then there came some that told Jehoshaphat, saying, There cometh a great multitude against you from beyond the sea on this side Syria; and, behold, they in Hazazontamar, which Engedi. And Jehoshaphat.
II. 9–16 — If, evil cometh upon us, the sword, judgment, or pestilence, or famine,. If, evil cometh upon us, the sword, judgment, or pestilence, or famine, we stand before this house, and in your presence, (for your name in this house,) and cry to you in our affliction, then you will hear and help. And now, behold, the children of Ammon and Moab and mount Seir, whom you wouldest not let Israel invade, when they came out of the land of.
III. 17–24 — You shall not to fight in this : set yourselves, stand you , and see the. You shall not to fight in this : set yourselves, stand you , and see the salvation of YHWH with you, O Judah and Jerusalem: fear not, nor be dismayed; to morrow go out against them: for YHWH with you. And Jehoshaphat bowed his head with face to the ground: and all Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem fell before YHWH, worshipping YHWH. And the Levites, of.
IV. 25–32 — And when Jehoshaphat and his people came to take away the spoil of them. And when Jehoshaphat and his people came to take away the spoil of them, they found among them in abundance both riches with the dead bodies, and precious jewels, which they stripped off for themselves, more than they could carry away: and they were three days in gathering of the spoil, it was so much. And on the fourth day they assembled themselves in the.
V. 33–37 — Howbeit the high places were not taken away: for as yet the people had n. Howbeit the high places were not taken away: for as yet the people had not prepared their hearts to the God of their fathers. Now the rest of the acts of Jehoshaphat, first and last, behold, they written in the book of Jehu the son of Hanani, who mentioned in the book of the kings of Israel. And after this did Jehoshaphat king of Judah join himself with.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 20 comprises 37 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-8) — It came to pass after this also, the children of Moab, and the children. It came to pass after this also, the children of Moab, and the children of Ammon, and with them beside the Ammonites, came against Jehoshaphat to battle. Then there came some that told Jehoshaphat, saying, There cometh a great multitude against you from beyond the sea on this side Syria; and, behold, they in Hazazontamar, which Engedi. And Jehoshaphat. Movement II (vv. 9-16) — If, evil cometh upon us, the sword, judgment, or pestilence, or famine,. If, evil cometh upon us, the sword, judgment, or pestilence, or famine, we stand before this house, and in your presence, (for your name in this house,) and cry to you in our affliction, then you will hear and help. And now, behold, the children of Ammon and Moab and mount Seir, whom you wouldest not let Israel invade, when they came out of the land of. Movement III (vv. 17-24) — You shall not to fight in this : set yourselves, stand you , and see the. You shall not to fight in this : set yourselves, stand you , and see the salvation of YHWH with you, O Judah and Jerusalem: fear not, nor be dismayed; to morrow go out against them: for YHWH with you. And Jehoshaphat bowed his head with face to the ground: and all Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem fell before YHWH, worshipping YHWH. And the Levites, of. Movement IV (vv. 25-32) — And when Jehoshaphat and his people came to take away the spoil of them. And when Jehoshaphat and his people came to take away the spoil of them, they found among them in abundance both riches with the dead bodies, and precious jewels, which they stripped off for themselves, more than they could carry away: and they were three days in gathering of the spoil, it was so much. And on the fourth day they assembled themselves in the. Movement V (vv. 33-37) — Howbeit the high places were not taken away: for as yet the people had n. Howbeit the high places were not taken away: for as yet the people had not prepared their hearts to the God of their fathers. Now the rest of the acts of Jehoshaphat, first and last, behold, they written in the book of Jehu the son of Hanani, who mentioned in the book of the kings of Israel. And after this did Jehoshaphat king of Judah join himself with. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 21 — דברי הימים ב 21

Theme. 2 Chronicles 21 (20 verses in the MT) opens: Now Jehoshaphat slept with his fathers, and was buried with his fathers in the city of David. And Jehoram his son reigned in his stead. The middle of the chapter continues: Moreover he made high places in the mountains of Judah, and caused the inhabitants of Jerusalem to commit fornication, and compelled Judah . It closes: Thirty and two years old was he when he began to reign, and he reigned in Jerusalem eight years, and departed without being desired. Howbeit they buried him in the city of David, but not in the sepulchres of the kings.

Outline.

I. 1–4 — Now Jehoshaphat slept with his fathers, and was buried with his fathers. Now Jehoshaphat slept with his fathers, and was buried with his fathers in the city of David. And Jehoram his son reigned in his stead. And he had brethren the sons of Jehoshaphat, Azariah, and Jehiel, and Zechariah, and Azariah, and Michael, and Shephatiah: all these the sons of Jehoshaphat king of Israel. And their father gave them great gifts of silver,.
II. 5–8 — Jehoram thirty and two years old when he began to reign, and he reigned. Jehoram thirty and two years old when he began to reign, and he reigned eight years in Jerusalem. And he walked in the way of the kings of Israel, like as did the house of Ahab: for he had the daughter of Ahab to wife: and he wrought evil in the eyes of YHWH. Howbeit YHWH would not destroy the house of David, because of the covenant that he had made with.
III. 9–12 — Then Jehoram went forth with his princes, and all his chariots with him:. Then Jehoram went forth with his princes, and all his chariots with him: and he rose up by night, and smote the Edomites which compassed him in, and the captains of the chariots. So the Edomites revolted from under the hand of Judah to this day. The same time did Libnah revolt from under his hand; because he had forsaken YHWH God of his fathers. Moreover he.
IV. 13–16 — But have walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and have made Judah a. But have walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and have made Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to go a whoring, like to the whoredoms of the house of Ahab, and also have slain your brethren of your father's house, better than thyself: Behold, with a great plague will YHWH smite your people, and your children, and your wives, and all your goods: And.
V. 17–20 — And they came up into Judah, and brake into it, and carried away all the. And they came up into Judah, and brake into it, and carried away all the substance that was found in the king's house, and his sons also, and his wives; so that there was never a son left him, save Jehoahaz, the youngest of his sons. And after all this YHWH smote him in his bowels with an incurable disease. And it came to pass, that in process of time,.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 21 comprises 20 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — Now Jehoshaphat slept with his fathers, and was buried with his fathers. Now Jehoshaphat slept with his fathers, and was buried with his fathers in the city of David. And Jehoram his son reigned in his stead. And he had brethren the sons of Jehoshaphat, Azariah, and Jehiel, and Zechariah, and Azariah, and Michael, and Shephatiah: all these the sons of Jehoshaphat king of Israel. And their father gave them great gifts of silver,. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — Jehoram thirty and two years old when he began to reign, and he reigned. Jehoram thirty and two years old when he began to reign, and he reigned eight years in Jerusalem. And he walked in the way of the kings of Israel, like as did the house of Ahab: for he had the daughter of Ahab to wife: and he wrought evil in the eyes of YHWH. Howbeit YHWH would not destroy the house of David, because of the covenant that he had made with. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — Then Jehoram went forth with his princes, and all his chariots with him:. Then Jehoram went forth with his princes, and all his chariots with him: and he rose up by night, and smote the Edomites which compassed him in, and the captains of the chariots. So the Edomites revolted from under the hand of Judah to this day. The same time did Libnah revolt from under his hand; because he had forsaken YHWH God of his fathers. Moreover he. Movement IV (vv. 13-16) — But have walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and have made Judah a. But have walked in the way of the kings of Israel, and have made Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem to go a whoring, like to the whoredoms of the house of Ahab, and also have slain your brethren of your father's house, better than thyself: Behold, with a great plague will YHWH smite your people, and your children, and your wives, and all your goods: And. Movement V (vv. 17-20) — And they came up into Judah, and brake into it, and carried away all the. And they came up into Judah, and brake into it, and carried away all the substance that was found in the king's house, and his sons also, and his wives; so that there was never a son left him, save Jehoahaz, the youngest of his sons. And after all this YHWH smote him in his bowels with an incurable disease. And it came to pass, that in process of time,. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 22 — דברי הימים ב 22

Theme. 2 Chronicles 22 (12 verses in the MT) opens: And the inhabitants of Jerusalem made Ahaziah his youngest son king in his stead: for the band of men that came with the Arabians to the camp had slain all the eldest. So Ahaziah the son of Jehoram king of Judah reigned. The middle of the chapter continues: And the destruction of Ahaziah was of God by coming to Joram: for when he was come, he went out with Jehoram against Jehu the son of Nimshi, whom YHWH had anointed to cut off the house of Ahab. It closes: And he was with them hid in the house of God six years: and Athaliah reigned over the land.

Outline.

I. 1–4 — And the inhabitants of Jerusalem made Ahaziah his youngest son king in h. And the inhabitants of Jerusalem made Ahaziah his youngest son king in his stead: for the band of men that came with the Arabians to the camp had slain all the eldest. So Ahaziah the son of Jehoram king of Judah reigned. Forty and two years old Ahaziah when he began to reign, and he reigned one year in Jerusalem. His mother's name also Athaliah the daughter.
II. 5–8 — He walked also after their counsel, and went with Jehoram the son of Aha. He walked also after their counsel, and went with Jehoram the son of Ahab king of Israel to war against Hazael king of Syria at Ramothgilead: and the Syrians smote Joram. And he returned to be healed in Jezreel because of the wounds which were given him at Ramah, when he fought with Hazael king of Syria. And Azariah the son of Jehoram king of Judah went.
III. 9–12 — And he sought Ahaziah: and they caught him, (for he was hid in Samaria,). And he sought Ahaziah: and they caught him, (for he was hid in Samaria,) and brought him to Jehu: and when they had slain him, they buried him: Because, said they, he the son of Jehoshaphat, who sought YHWH with all his heart. So the house of Ahaziah had no power to keep still the kingdom. But when Athaliah the mother of Ahaziah saw that her son was dead,.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 22 comprises 12 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — And the inhabitants of Jerusalem made Ahaziah his youngest son king in h. And the inhabitants of Jerusalem made Ahaziah his youngest son king in his stead: for the band of men that came with the Arabians to the camp had slain all the eldest. So Ahaziah the son of Jehoram king of Judah reigned. Forty and two years old Ahaziah when he began to reign, and he reigned one year in Jerusalem. His mother's name also Athaliah the daughter. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — He walked also after their counsel, and went with Jehoram the son of Aha. He walked also after their counsel, and went with Jehoram the son of Ahab king of Israel to war against Hazael king of Syria at Ramothgilead: and the Syrians smote Joram. And he returned to be healed in Jezreel because of the wounds which were given him at Ramah, when he fought with Hazael king of Syria. And Azariah the son of Jehoram king of Judah went. Movement III (vv. 9-12) — And he sought Ahaziah: and they caught him, (for he was hid in Samaria,). And he sought Ahaziah: and they caught him, (for he was hid in Samaria,) and brought him to Jehu: and when they had slain him, they buried him: Because, said they, he the son of Jehoshaphat, who sought YHWH with all his heart. So the house of Ahaziah had no power to keep still the kingdom. But when Athaliah the mother of Ahaziah saw that her son was dead,. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 23 — דברי הימים ב 23

Theme. 2 Chronicles 23 (21 verses in the MT) opens: And in the seventh year Jehoiada strengthened himself, and took the captains of hundreds, Azariah the son of Jeroham, and Ishmael the son of Jehohanan, and Azariah the son of Obed, and Maaseiah the son of Adaiah, and. The middle of the chapter continues: Then they brought out the king's son, and put upon him the crown, and the testimony, and made him king. And Jehoiada and his sons anointed him, and said, God save the king. It closes: And all the people of the land rejoiced: and the city was quiet, after that they had slain Athaliah with the sword.

Outline.

I. 1–5 — And in the seventh year Jehoiada strengthened himself, and took the capt. And in the seventh year Jehoiada strengthened himself, and took the captains of hundreds, Azariah the son of Jeroham, and Ishmael the son of Jehohanan, and Azariah the son of Obed, and Maaseiah the son of Adaiah, and Elishaphat the son of Zichri, into covenant with him. And they went about in Judah, and gathered the Levites out of all the cities of Judah,.
II. 6–10 — But let none come into the house of YHWH, save the priests, and they tha. But let none come into the house of YHWH, save the priests, and they that minister of the Levites; they shall go in, for they holy: but all the people shall keep the watch of YHWH. And the Levites shall compass the king round about, every man with his weapons in his hand; and whosoever cometh into the house, he shall be put to death: but be you with the.
III. 11–15 — Then they brought out the king's son, and put upon him the crown, and th. Then they brought out the king's son, and put upon him the crown, and the testimony, and made him king. And Jehoiada and his sons anointed him, and said, God save the king. Now when Athaliah heard the noise of the people running and praising the king, she came to the people into the house of YHWH: And she looked, and, behold, the king stood at his pillar at.
IV. 16–20 — And Jehoiada made a covenant between him, and between all the people, an. And Jehoiada made a covenant between him, and between all the people, and between the king, that they should be YHWH's people. Then all the people went to the house of Baal, and brake it down, and brake his altars and his images in pieces, and slew Mattan the priest of Baal before the altars. Also Jehoiada appointed the offices of the house of YHWH by the.
V. 21 — And all the people of the land rejoiced: and the city was quiet, after t. And all the people of the land rejoiced: and the city was quiet, after that they had slain Athaliah with the sword.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 23 comprises 21 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — And in the seventh year Jehoiada strengthened himself, and took the capt. And in the seventh year Jehoiada strengthened himself, and took the captains of hundreds, Azariah the son of Jeroham, and Ishmael the son of Jehohanan, and Azariah the son of Obed, and Maaseiah the son of Adaiah, and Elishaphat the son of Zichri, into covenant with him. And they went about in Judah, and gathered the Levites out of all the cities of Judah,. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — But let none come into the house of YHWH, save the priests, and they tha. But let none come into the house of YHWH, save the priests, and they that minister of the Levites; they shall go in, for they holy: but all the people shall keep the watch of YHWH. And the Levites shall compass the king round about, every man with his weapons in his hand; and whosoever cometh into the house, he shall be put to death: but be you with the. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — Then they brought out the king's son, and put upon him the crown, and th. Then they brought out the king's son, and put upon him the crown, and the testimony, and made him king. And Jehoiada and his sons anointed him, and said, God save the king. Now when Athaliah heard the noise of the people running and praising the king, she came to the people into the house of YHWH: And she looked, and, behold, the king stood at his pillar at. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — And Jehoiada made a covenant between him, and between all the people, an. And Jehoiada made a covenant between him, and between all the people, and between the king, that they should be YHWH's people. Then all the people went to the house of Baal, and brake it down, and brake his altars and his images in pieces, and slew Mattan the priest of Baal before the altars. Also Jehoiada appointed the offices of the house of YHWH by the. Movement V (vv. 21) — And all the people of the land rejoiced: and the city was quiet, after t. And all the people of the land rejoiced: and the city was quiet, after that they had slain Athaliah with the sword. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 24 — דברי הימים ב 24

Theme. 2 Chronicles 24 (27 verses in the MT) opens: Joash seven years old when he began to reign, and he reigned forty years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also Zibiah of Beersheba. The middle of the chapter continues: And when they had finished , they brought the rest of the money before the king and Jehoiada, whereof were made vessels for the house of YHWH, vessels to minister, and to offer , and spoons, and vessels of gold and. It closes: Now his sons, and the greatness of the burdens upon him, and the repairing of the house of God, behold, they written in the story of the book of the kings. And Amaziah his son reigned in his stead.

Outline.

I. 1–6 — Joash seven years old when he began to reign, and he reigned forty years. Joash seven years old when he began to reign, and he reigned forty years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also Zibiah of Beersheba. And Joash did right in the sight of YHWH all the days of Jehoiada the priest. And Jehoiada took for him two wives; and he begat sons and daughters. And it came to pass after this, Joash was minded to repair the house of YHWH..
II. 7–12 — For the sons of Athaliah, that wicked woman, had broken up the house of. For the sons of Athaliah, that wicked woman, had broken up the house of God; and also all the dedicated things of the house of YHWH did they bestow upon Baalim. And at the king's commandment they made a chest, and set it without at the gate of the house of YHWH. And they made a proclamation through Judah and Jerusalem, to bring in to YHWH the collection.
III. 13–18 — So the workmen wrought, and the work was perfected by them, and they set. So the workmen wrought, and the work was perfected by them, and they set the house of God in his state, and strengthened it. And when they had finished , they brought the rest of the money before the king and Jehoiada, whereof were made vessels for the house of YHWH, vessels to minister, and to offer , and spoons, and vessels of gold and silver. And they.
IV. 19–24 — Yet he sent prophets to them, to bring them again to YHWH; and they test. Yet he sent prophets to them, to bring them again to YHWH; and they testified against them: but they would not give ear. And the Spirit of God came upon Zechariah the son of Jehoiada the priest, which stood above the people, and said to them, Thus says God, Why transgress you the commandments of YHWH, that you cannot prosper? because you have forsaken YHWH,.
V. 25–27 — And when they were departed from him, (for they left him in great diseas. And when they were departed from him, (for they left him in great diseases,) his own servants conspired against him for the blood of the sons of Jehoiada the priest, and slew him on his bed, and he died: and they buried him in the city of David, but they buried him not in the sepulchres of the kings. And these are they that conspired against him; Zabad the.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 24 comprises 27 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — Joash seven years old when he began to reign, and he reigned forty years. Joash seven years old when he began to reign, and he reigned forty years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also Zibiah of Beersheba. And Joash did right in the sight of YHWH all the days of Jehoiada the priest. And Jehoiada took for him two wives; and he begat sons and daughters. And it came to pass after this, Joash was minded to repair the house of YHWH.. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — For the sons of Athaliah, that wicked woman, had broken up the house of. For the sons of Athaliah, that wicked woman, had broken up the house of God; and also all the dedicated things of the house of YHWH did they bestow upon Baalim. And at the king's commandment they made a chest, and set it without at the gate of the house of YHWH. And they made a proclamation through Judah and Jerusalem, to bring in to YHWH the collection. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — So the workmen wrought, and the work was perfected by them, and they set. So the workmen wrought, and the work was perfected by them, and they set the house of God in his state, and strengthened it. And when they had finished , they brought the rest of the money before the king and Jehoiada, whereof were made vessels for the house of YHWH, vessels to minister, and to offer , and spoons, and vessels of gold and silver. And they. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — Yet he sent prophets to them, to bring them again to YHWH; and they test. Yet he sent prophets to them, to bring them again to YHWH; and they testified against them: but they would not give ear. And the Spirit of God came upon Zechariah the son of Jehoiada the priest, which stood above the people, and said to them, Thus says God, Why transgress you the commandments of YHWH, that you cannot prosper? because you have forsaken YHWH,. Movement V (vv. 25-27) — And when they were departed from him, (for they left him in great diseas. And when they were departed from him, (for they left him in great diseases,) his own servants conspired against him for the blood of the sons of Jehoiada the priest, and slew him on his bed, and he died: and they buried him in the city of David, but they buried him not in the sepulchres of the kings. And these are they that conspired against him; Zabad the. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 25 — דברי הימים ב 25

Theme. 2 Chronicles 25 (28 verses in the MT) opens: Amaziah twenty and five years old he began to reign, and he reigned twenty and nine years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name Jehoaddan of Jerusalem. The middle of the chapter continues: Wherefore the anger of YHWH was kindled against Amaziah, and he sent to him a prophet, which said to him, Why have you sought after the gods of the people, which could not deliver their own people out of your hand? It closes: And they brought him upon horses, and buried him with his fathers in the city of Judah.

Outline.

I. 1–6 — Amaziah twenty and five years old he began to reign, and he reigned twen. Amaziah twenty and five years old he began to reign, and he reigned twenty and nine years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name Jehoaddan of Jerusalem. And he did right in the sight of YHWH, but not with a perfect heart. Now it came to pass, when the kingdom was established to him, that he slew his servants that had killed the king his father. But he slew not.
II. 7–12 — But there came a man of God to him, saying, O king, let not the army of. But there came a man of God to him, saying, O king, let not the army of Israel go with you; for YHWH not with Israel, all the children of Ephraim. But if you will go, do , be strong for the battle: God shall make you fall before the enemy: for God has power to help, and to cast down. And Amaziah said to the man of God, But what shall we do for the hundred.
III. 13–18 — But the soldiers of the army which Amaziah sent back, that they should n. But the soldiers of the army which Amaziah sent back, that they should not go with him to battle, fell upon the cities of Judah, from Samaria even to Bethhoron, and smote three thousand of them, and took much spoil. Now it came to pass, after that Amaziah was come from the slaughter of the Edomites, that he brought the gods of the children of Seir, and set.
IV. 19–24 — You sayest, Lo, you have smitten the Edomites; and your heart lifteth yo. You sayest, Lo, you have smitten the Edomites; and your heart lifteth you up to boast: abide now at home; why shouldest you meddle to hurt, that you shouldest fall, you, and Judah with you? But Amaziah would not hear; for it of God, that he might deliver them into the hand , because they sought after the gods of Edom. So Joash the king of Israel went up;.
V. 25–28 — And Amaziah the son of Joash king of Judah lived after the death of Joas. And Amaziah the son of Joash king of Judah lived after the death of Joash son of Jehoahaz king of Israel fifteen years. Now the rest of the acts of Amaziah, first and last, behold, they not written in the book of the kings of Judah and Israel? Now after the time that Amaziah did turn away from following YHWH they made a conspiracy against him in Jerusalem;.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 25 comprises 28 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — Amaziah twenty and five years old he began to reign, and he reigned twen. Amaziah twenty and five years old he began to reign, and he reigned twenty and nine years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name Jehoaddan of Jerusalem. And he did right in the sight of YHWH, but not with a perfect heart. Now it came to pass, when the kingdom was established to him, that he slew his servants that had killed the king his father. But he slew not. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — But there came a man of God to him, saying, O king, let not the army of. But there came a man of God to him, saying, O king, let not the army of Israel go with you; for YHWH not with Israel, all the children of Ephraim. But if you will go, do , be strong for the battle: God shall make you fall before the enemy: for God has power to help, and to cast down. And Amaziah said to the man of God, But what shall we do for the hundred. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — But the soldiers of the army which Amaziah sent back, that they should n. But the soldiers of the army which Amaziah sent back, that they should not go with him to battle, fell upon the cities of Judah, from Samaria even to Bethhoron, and smote three thousand of them, and took much spoil. Now it came to pass, after that Amaziah was come from the slaughter of the Edomites, that he brought the gods of the children of Seir, and set. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — You sayest, Lo, you have smitten the Edomites; and your heart lifteth yo. You sayest, Lo, you have smitten the Edomites; and your heart lifteth you up to boast: abide now at home; why shouldest you meddle to hurt, that you shouldest fall, you, and Judah with you? But Amaziah would not hear; for it of God, that he might deliver them into the hand , because they sought after the gods of Edom. So Joash the king of Israel went up;. Movement V (vv. 25-28) — And Amaziah the son of Joash king of Judah lived after the death of Joas. And Amaziah the son of Joash king of Judah lived after the death of Joash son of Jehoahaz king of Israel fifteen years. Now the rest of the acts of Amaziah, first and last, behold, they not written in the book of the kings of Judah and Israel? Now after the time that Amaziah did turn away from following YHWH they made a conspiracy against him in Jerusalem;. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 26 — דברי הימים ב 26

Theme. 2 Chronicles 26 (23 verses in the MT) opens: Then all the people of Judah took Uzziah, who sixteen years old, and made him king in the room of his father Amaziah. The middle of the chapter continues: The whole number of the chief of the fathers of the mighty men of valour two thousand and six hundred. It closes: So Uzziah slept with his fathers, and they buried him with his fathers in the field of the burial which to the kings; for they said, He a leper: and Jotham his son reigned in his stead.

Outline.

I. 1–5 — Then all the people of Judah took Uzziah, who sixteen years old, and mad. Then all the people of Judah took Uzziah, who sixteen years old, and made him king in the room of his father Amaziah. He built Eloth, and restored it to Judah, after that the king slept with his fathers. Sixteen years old Uzziah when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty and two years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also Jecoliah of Jerusalem. And he did.
II. 6–10 — And he went forth and warred against the Philistines, and brake down the. And he went forth and warred against the Philistines, and brake down the wall of Gath, and the wall of Jabneh, and the wall of Ashdod, and built cities about Ashdod, and among the Philistines. And God helped him against the Philistines, and against the Arabians that dwelt in Gurbaal, and the Mehunims. And the Ammonites gave gifts to Uzziah: and his name.
III. 11–15 — Moreover Uzziah had an host of fighting men, that went out to war by ban. Moreover Uzziah had an host of fighting men, that went out to war by bands, according to the number of their account by the hand of Jeiel the scribe and Maaseiah the ruler, under the hand of Hananiah, of the king's captains. The whole number of the chief of the fathers of the mighty men of valour two thousand and six hundred. And under their hand an army,.
IV. 16–20 — But when he was strong, his heart was lifted up to destruction: for he t. But when he was strong, his heart was lifted up to destruction: for he transgressed against YHWH his God, and went into the temple of YHWH to burn incense upon the altar of incense. And Azariah the priest went in after him, and with him fourscore priests of YHWH, valiant men: And they withstood Uzziah the king, and said to him, not to you, Uzziah, to burn.
V. 21–23 — And Uzziah the king was a leper to the day of his death, and dwelt in a. And Uzziah the king was a leper to the day of his death, and dwelt in a several house, a leper; for he was cut off from the house of YHWH: and Jotham his son over the king's house, judging the people of the land. Now the rest of the acts of Uzziah, first and last, did Isaiah the prophet, the son of Amoz, write. So Uzziah slept with his fathers, and they.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 26 comprises 23 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — Then all the people of Judah took Uzziah, who sixteen years old, and mad. Then all the people of Judah took Uzziah, who sixteen years old, and made him king in the room of his father Amaziah. He built Eloth, and restored it to Judah, after that the king slept with his fathers. Sixteen years old Uzziah when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty and two years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also Jecoliah of Jerusalem. And he did. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — And he went forth and warred against the Philistines, and brake down the. And he went forth and warred against the Philistines, and brake down the wall of Gath, and the wall of Jabneh, and the wall of Ashdod, and built cities about Ashdod, and among the Philistines. And God helped him against the Philistines, and against the Arabians that dwelt in Gurbaal, and the Mehunims. And the Ammonites gave gifts to Uzziah: and his name. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — Moreover Uzziah had an host of fighting men, that went out to war by ban. Moreover Uzziah had an host of fighting men, that went out to war by bands, according to the number of their account by the hand of Jeiel the scribe and Maaseiah the ruler, under the hand of Hananiah, of the king's captains. The whole number of the chief of the fathers of the mighty men of valour two thousand and six hundred. And under their hand an army,. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — But when he was strong, his heart was lifted up to destruction: for he t. But when he was strong, his heart was lifted up to destruction: for he transgressed against YHWH his God, and went into the temple of YHWH to burn incense upon the altar of incense. And Azariah the priest went in after him, and with him fourscore priests of YHWH, valiant men: And they withstood Uzziah the king, and said to him, not to you, Uzziah, to burn. Movement V (vv. 21-23) — And Uzziah the king was a leper to the day of his death, and dwelt in a. And Uzziah the king was a leper to the day of his death, and dwelt in a several house, a leper; for he was cut off from the house of YHWH: and Jotham his son over the king's house, judging the people of the land. Now the rest of the acts of Uzziah, first and last, did Isaiah the prophet, the son of Amoz, write. So Uzziah slept with his fathers, and they. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 27 — דברי הימים ב 27

Theme. 2 Chronicles 27 (9 verses in the MT) opens: Jotham twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also Jerushah, the daughter of Zadok. The middle of the chapter continues: He fought also with the king of the Ammonites, and prevailed against them. And the children of Ammon gave him the same year an hundred talents of silver, and ten thousand measures of wheat, and ten thousand of barley. It closes: And Jotham slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the city of David: and Ahaz his son reigned in his stead.

Outline.

I. 1–4 — Jotham twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned. Jotham twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also Jerushah, the daughter of Zadok. And he did right in the sight of YHWH, according to all that his father Uzziah did: howbeit he entered not into the temple of YHWH. And the people did yet corruptly. He built the high gate of the house.
II. 5–8 — He fought also with the king of the Ammonites, and prevailed against the. He fought also with the king of the Ammonites, and prevailed against them. And the children of Ammon gave him the same year an hundred talents of silver, and ten thousand measures of wheat, and ten thousand of barley. So much did the children of Ammon pay to him, both the second year, and the third. So Jotham became mighty, because he prepared his ways.
III. 9 — And Jotham slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the city of Da. And Jotham slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the city of David: and Ahaz his son reigned in his stead.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 27 comprises 9 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-4) — Jotham twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned. Jotham twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also Jerushah, the daughter of Zadok. And he did right in the sight of YHWH, according to all that his father Uzziah did: howbeit he entered not into the temple of YHWH. And the people did yet corruptly. He built the high gate of the house. Movement II (vv. 5-8) — He fought also with the king of the Ammonites, and prevailed against the. He fought also with the king of the Ammonites, and prevailed against them. And the children of Ammon gave him the same year an hundred talents of silver, and ten thousand measures of wheat, and ten thousand of barley. So much did the children of Ammon pay to him, both the second year, and the third. So Jotham became mighty, because he prepared his ways. Movement III (vv. 9) — And Jotham slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the city of Da. And Jotham slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the city of David: and Ahaz his son reigned in his stead. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 28 — דברי הימים ב 28

Theme. 2 Chronicles 28 (27 verses in the MT) opens: Ahaz twenty years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem: but he did not right in the sight of YHWH, like David his father: The middle of the chapter continues: So the armed men left the captives and the spoil before the princes and all the congregation. It closes: And Ahaz slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the city, in Jerusalem: but they brought him not into the sepulchres of the kings of Israel: and Hezekiah his son reigned in his stead.

Outline.

I. 1–6 — Ahaz twenty years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen yea. Ahaz twenty years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem: but he did not right in the sight of YHWH, like David his father: For he walked in the ways of the kings of Israel, and made also molten images for Baalim. Moreover he burnt incense in the valley of the son of Hinnom, and burnt his children in the fire, after the.
II. 7–12 — And Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, slew Maaseiah the king's son, and A. And Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, slew Maaseiah the king's son, and Azrikam the governor of the house, and Elkanah next to the king. And the children of Israel carried away captive of their brethren two hundred thousand, women, sons, and daughters, and took also away much spoil from them, and brought the spoil to Samaria. But a prophet of YHWH was there,.
III. 13–18 — And said to them, You shall not bring in the captives hither: for wherea. And said to them, You shall not bring in the captives hither: for whereas we have offended against YHWH , you intend to add to our sins and to our trespass: for our trespass is great, and fierce wrath against Israel. So the armed men left the captives and the spoil before the princes and all the congregation. And the men which were expressed by name rose.
IV. 19–24 — For YHWH brought Judah low because of Ahaz king of Israel; for he made J. For YHWH brought Judah low because of Ahaz king of Israel; for he made Judah naked, and transgressed sore against YHWH. And Tilgathpilneser king of Assyria came to him, and distressed him, but strengthened him not. For Ahaz took away a portion of the house of YHWH, and of the house of the king, and of the princes, and gave to the king of Assyria: but he.
V. 25–27 — And in every several city of Judah he made high places to burn incense t. And in every several city of Judah he made high places to burn incense to other gods, and provoked to anger YHWH God of his fathers. Now the rest of his acts and of all his ways, first and last, behold, they written in the book of the kings of Judah and Israel. And Ahaz slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the city, in Jerusalem: but they brought.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 28 comprises 27 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — Ahaz twenty years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen yea. Ahaz twenty years old when he began to reign, and he reigned sixteen years in Jerusalem: but he did not right in the sight of YHWH, like David his father: For he walked in the ways of the kings of Israel, and made also molten images for Baalim. Moreover he burnt incense in the valley of the son of Hinnom, and burnt his children in the fire, after the. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — And Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, slew Maaseiah the king's son, and A. And Zichri, a mighty man of Ephraim, slew Maaseiah the king's son, and Azrikam the governor of the house, and Elkanah next to the king. And the children of Israel carried away captive of their brethren two hundred thousand, women, sons, and daughters, and took also away much spoil from them, and brought the spoil to Samaria. But a prophet of YHWH was there,. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — And said to them, You shall not bring in the captives hither: for wherea. And said to them, You shall not bring in the captives hither: for whereas we have offended against YHWH , you intend to add to our sins and to our trespass: for our trespass is great, and fierce wrath against Israel. So the armed men left the captives and the spoil before the princes and all the congregation. And the men which were expressed by name rose. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — For YHWH brought Judah low because of Ahaz king of Israel; for he made J. For YHWH brought Judah low because of Ahaz king of Israel; for he made Judah naked, and transgressed sore against YHWH. And Tilgathpilneser king of Assyria came to him, and distressed him, but strengthened him not. For Ahaz took away a portion of the house of YHWH, and of the house of the king, and of the princes, and gave to the king of Assyria: but he. Movement V (vv. 25-27) — And in every several city of Judah he made high places to burn incense t. And in every several city of Judah he made high places to burn incense to other gods, and provoked to anger YHWH God of his fathers. Now the rest of his acts and of all his ways, first and last, behold, they written in the book of the kings of Judah and Israel. And Ahaz slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the city, in Jerusalem: but they brought. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 29 — דברי הימים ב 29

Theme. 2 Chronicles 29 (36 verses in the MT) opens: Hezekiah began to reign five and twenty years old, and he reigned nine and twenty years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name Abijah, the daughter of Zechariah. The middle of the chapter continues: Moreover all the vessels, which king Ahaz in his reign did cast away in his transgression, have we prepared and sanctified, and, behold, they before the altar of YHWH. It closes: And Hezekiah rejoiced, and all the people, that God had prepared the people: for the thing was suddenly.

Outline.

I. 1–8 — Hezekiah began to reign five and twenty years old, and he reigned nine a. Hezekiah began to reign five and twenty years old, and he reigned nine and twenty years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name Abijah, the daughter of Zechariah. And he did right in the sight of YHWH, according to all that David his father had done. He in the first year of his reign, in the first month, opened the doors of the house of YHWH, and repaired them..
II. 9–16 — For, lo, our fathers have fallen by the sword, and our sons and our daug. For, lo, our fathers have fallen by the sword, and our sons and our daughters and our wives in captivity for this. Now in mine heart to make a covenant with YHWH God of Israel, that his fierce wrath may turn away from us. My sons, be not now negligent: for YHWH has chosen you to stand before him, to serve him, and that you should minister to him, and burn.
III. 17–24 — Now they began on the first of the first month to sanctify, and on the e. Now they began on the first of the first month to sanctify, and on the eighth day of the month came they to the porch of YHWH: so they sanctified the house of YHWH in eight days; and in the sixteenth day of the first month they made an end. Then they went in to Hezekiah the king, and said, We have cleansed all the house of YHWH, and the altar of burnt.
IV. 25–32 — And he set the Levites in the house of YHWH with cymbals, with psalterie. And he set the Levites in the house of YHWH with cymbals, with psalteries, and with harps, according to the commandment of David, and of Gad the king's seer, and Nathan the prophet: for the commandment of YHWH by his prophets. And the Levites stood with the instruments of David, and the priests with the trumpets. And Hezekiah commanded to offer the burnt.
V. 33–36 — And the consecrated things six hundred oxen and three thousand sheep. And the consecrated things six hundred oxen and three thousand sheep. But the priests were too few, so that they could not flay all the burnt offerings: wherefore their brethren the Levites did help them, till the work was ended, and until the priests had sanctified themselves: for the Levites more upright in heart to sanctify themselves than the priests..

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 29 comprises 36 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-8) — Hezekiah began to reign five and twenty years old, and he reigned nine a. Hezekiah began to reign five and twenty years old, and he reigned nine and twenty years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name Abijah, the daughter of Zechariah. And he did right in the sight of YHWH, according to all that David his father had done. He in the first year of his reign, in the first month, opened the doors of the house of YHWH, and repaired them.. Movement II (vv. 9-16) — For, lo, our fathers have fallen by the sword, and our sons and our daug. For, lo, our fathers have fallen by the sword, and our sons and our daughters and our wives in captivity for this. Now in mine heart to make a covenant with YHWH God of Israel, that his fierce wrath may turn away from us. My sons, be not now negligent: for YHWH has chosen you to stand before him, to serve him, and that you should minister to him, and burn. Movement III (vv. 17-24) — Now they began on the first of the first month to sanctify, and on the e. Now they began on the first of the first month to sanctify, and on the eighth day of the month came they to the porch of YHWH: so they sanctified the house of YHWH in eight days; and in the sixteenth day of the first month they made an end. Then they went in to Hezekiah the king, and said, We have cleansed all the house of YHWH, and the altar of burnt. Movement IV (vv. 25-32) — And he set the Levites in the house of YHWH with cymbals, with psalterie. And he set the Levites in the house of YHWH with cymbals, with psalteries, and with harps, according to the commandment of David, and of Gad the king's seer, and Nathan the prophet: for the commandment of YHWH by his prophets. And the Levites stood with the instruments of David, and the priests with the trumpets. And Hezekiah commanded to offer the burnt. Movement V (vv. 33-36) — And the consecrated things six hundred oxen and three thousand sheep. And the consecrated things six hundred oxen and three thousand sheep. But the priests were too few, so that they could not flay all the burnt offerings: wherefore their brethren the Levites did help them, till the work was ended, and until the priests had sanctified themselves: for the Levites more upright in heart to sanctify themselves than the priests.. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 30 — דברי הימים ב 30

Theme. 2 Chronicles 30 (27 verses in the MT) opens: And Hezekiah sent to all Israel and Judah, and wrote letters also to Ephraim and Manasseh, that they should come to the house of YHWH at Jerusalem, to keep the passover to YHWH God of Israel. The middle of the chapter continues: And they arose and took away the altars that in Jerusalem, and all the altars for incense took they away, and cast into the brook Kidron. It closes: Then the priests the Levites arose and blessed the people: and their voice was heard, and their prayer came to his holy dwelling place, to heaven.

Outline.

I. 1–6 — And Hezekiah sent to all Israel and Judah, and wrote letters also to Eph. And Hezekiah sent to all Israel and Judah, and wrote letters also to Ephraim and Manasseh, that they should come to the house of YHWH at Jerusalem, to keep the passover to YHWH God of Israel. For the king had taken counsel, and his princes, and all the congregation in Jerusalem, to keep the passover in the second month. For they could not keep it at that.
II. 7–12 — And be not you like your fathers, and like your brethren, which trespass. And be not you like your fathers, and like your brethren, which trespassed against YHWH God of their fathers, therefore gave them up to desolation, as you see. Now be you not stiffnecked, as your fathers yield yourselves to YHWH, and enter into his sanctuary, which he has sanctified for ever: and serve YHWH your God, that the fierceness of his wrath may.
III. 13–18 — And there assembled at Jerusalem much people to keep the feast of unleav. And there assembled at Jerusalem much people to keep the feast of unleavened bread in the second month, a very great congregation. And they arose and took away the altars that in Jerusalem, and all the altars for incense took they away, and cast into the brook Kidron. Then they killed the passover on the fourteenth of the second month: and the priests and.
IV. 19–24 — prepareth his heart to seek God, YHWH God of his fathers, though not acc. prepareth his heart to seek God, YHWH God of his fathers, though not according to the purification of the sanctuary. And YHWH hearkened to Hezekiah, and healed the people. And the children of Israel that were present at Jerusalem kept the feast of unleavened bread seven days with great gladness: and the Levites and the priests praised YHWH day by day, with.
V. 25–27 — And all the congregation of Judah, with the priests and the Levites, and. And all the congregation of Judah, with the priests and the Levites, and all the congregation that came out of Israel, and the strangers that came out of the land of Israel, and that dwelt in Judah, rejoiced. So there was great joy in Jerusalem: for since the time of Solomon the son of David king of Israel not the like in Jerusalem. Then the priests the.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 30 comprises 27 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — And Hezekiah sent to all Israel and Judah, and wrote letters also to Eph. And Hezekiah sent to all Israel and Judah, and wrote letters also to Ephraim and Manasseh, that they should come to the house of YHWH at Jerusalem, to keep the passover to YHWH God of Israel. For the king had taken counsel, and his princes, and all the congregation in Jerusalem, to keep the passover in the second month. For they could not keep it at that. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — And be not you like your fathers, and like your brethren, which trespass. And be not you like your fathers, and like your brethren, which trespassed against YHWH God of their fathers, therefore gave them up to desolation, as you see. Now be you not stiffnecked, as your fathers yield yourselves to YHWH, and enter into his sanctuary, which he has sanctified for ever: and serve YHWH your God, that the fierceness of his wrath may. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — And there assembled at Jerusalem much people to keep the feast of unleav. And there assembled at Jerusalem much people to keep the feast of unleavened bread in the second month, a very great congregation. And they arose and took away the altars that in Jerusalem, and all the altars for incense took they away, and cast into the brook Kidron. Then they killed the passover on the fourteenth of the second month: and the priests and. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — prepareth his heart to seek God, YHWH God of his fathers, though not acc. prepareth his heart to seek God, YHWH God of his fathers, though not according to the purification of the sanctuary. And YHWH hearkened to Hezekiah, and healed the people. And the children of Israel that were present at Jerusalem kept the feast of unleavened bread seven days with great gladness: and the Levites and the priests praised YHWH day by day, with. Movement V (vv. 25-27) — And all the congregation of Judah, with the priests and the Levites, and. And all the congregation of Judah, with the priests and the Levites, and all the congregation that came out of Israel, and the strangers that came out of the land of Israel, and that dwelt in Judah, rejoiced. So there was great joy in Jerusalem: for since the time of Solomon the son of David king of Israel not the like in Jerusalem. Then the priests the. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 31 — דברי הימים ב 31

Theme. 2 Chronicles 31 (21 verses in the MT) opens: Now when all this was finished, all Israel that were present went out to the cities of Judah, and brake the images in pieces, and cut down the groves, and threw down the high places and the altars out of all Judah and. The middle of the chapter continues: Then Hezekiah commanded to prepare chambers in the house of YHWH; and they prepared , It closes: And in every work that he began in the service of the house of God, and in the law, and in the commandments, to seek his God, he did with all his heart, and prospered.

Outline.

I. 1–5 — Now when all this was finished, all Israel that were present went out to. Now when all this was finished, all Israel that were present went out to the cities of Judah, and brake the images in pieces, and cut down the groves, and threw down the high places and the altars out of all Judah and Benjamin, in Ephraim also and Manasseh, until they had utterly destroyed them all. Then all the children of Israel returned, every man to his.
II. 6–10 — And the children of Israel and Judah, that dwelt in the cities of Judah. And the children of Israel and Judah, that dwelt in the cities of Judah, they also brought in the tithe of oxen and sheep, and the tithe of holy things which were consecrated to YHWH their God, and laid by heaps. In the third month they began to lay the foundation of the heaps, and finished in the seventh month. And when Hezekiah and the princes came and.
III. 11–15 — Then Hezekiah commanded to prepare chambers in the house of YHWH; and th. Then Hezekiah commanded to prepare chambers in the house of YHWH; and they prepared , And brought in the offerings and the tithes and the dedicated faithfully: over which Cononiah the Levite ruler, and Shimei his brother the next. And Jehiel, and Azaziah, and Nahath, and Asahel, and Jerimoth, and Jozabad, and Eliel, and Ismachiah, and Mahath, and Benaiah,.
IV. 16–20 — Beside their genealogy of males, from three years old and upward, to eve. Beside their genealogy of males, from three years old and upward, to every one that entereth into the house of YHWH, his daily portion for their service in their charges according to their courses; Both to the genealogy of the priests by the house of their fathers, and the Levites from twenty years old and upward, in their charges by their courses; And to.
V. 21 — And in every work that he began in the service of the house of God, and. And in every work that he began in the service of the house of God, and in the law, and in the commandments, to seek his God, he did with all his heart, and prospered.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 31 comprises 21 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — Now when all this was finished, all Israel that were present went out to. Now when all this was finished, all Israel that were present went out to the cities of Judah, and brake the images in pieces, and cut down the groves, and threw down the high places and the altars out of all Judah and Benjamin, in Ephraim also and Manasseh, until they had utterly destroyed them all. Then all the children of Israel returned, every man to his. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — And the children of Israel and Judah, that dwelt in the cities of Judah. And the children of Israel and Judah, that dwelt in the cities of Judah, they also brought in the tithe of oxen and sheep, and the tithe of holy things which were consecrated to YHWH their God, and laid by heaps. In the third month they began to lay the foundation of the heaps, and finished in the seventh month. And when Hezekiah and the princes came and. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — Then Hezekiah commanded to prepare chambers in the house of YHWH; and th. Then Hezekiah commanded to prepare chambers in the house of YHWH; and they prepared , And brought in the offerings and the tithes and the dedicated faithfully: over which Cononiah the Levite ruler, and Shimei his brother the next. And Jehiel, and Azaziah, and Nahath, and Asahel, and Jerimoth, and Jozabad, and Eliel, and Ismachiah, and Mahath, and Benaiah,. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — Beside their genealogy of males, from three years old and upward, to eve. Beside their genealogy of males, from three years old and upward, to every one that entereth into the house of YHWH, his daily portion for their service in their charges according to their courses; Both to the genealogy of the priests by the house of their fathers, and the Levites from twenty years old and upward, in their charges by their courses; And to. Movement V (vv. 21) — And in every work that he began in the service of the house of God, and. And in every work that he began in the service of the house of God, and in the law, and in the commandments, to seek his God, he did with all his heart, and prospered. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 32 — דברי הימים ב 32

Theme. 2 Chronicles 32 (33 verses in the MT) opens: After these things, and the establishment thereof, Sennacherib king of Assyria came, and entered into Judah, and encamped against the fenced cities, and thought to win them for himself. The middle of the chapter continues: He wrote also letters to rail on YHWH God of Israel, and to speak against him, saying, As the gods of the nations of lands have not delivered their people out of mine hand, so shall not the God of Hezekiah deliver his. It closes: And Hezekiah slept with his fathers, and they buried him in the chiefest of the sepulchres of the sons of David: and all Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem did him honour at his death. And Manasseh his son reigned.

Outline.

I. 1–7 — After these things, and the establishment thereof, Sennacherib king of A. After these things, and the establishment thereof, Sennacherib king of Assyria came, and entered into Judah, and encamped against the fenced cities, and thought to win them for himself. And when Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib was come, and that he was purposed to fight against Jerusalem, He took counsel with his princes and his mighty men to stop the waters.
II. 8–14 — With him an arm of flesh; but with us YHWH our God to help us, and to fi. With him an arm of flesh; but with us YHWH our God to help us, and to fight our battles. And the people rested themselves upon the words of Hezekiah king of Judah. After this did Sennacherib king of Assyria send his servants to Jerusalem, (but he against Lachish, and all his power with him,) to Hezekiah king of Judah, and to all Judah that at Jerusalem,.
III. 15–21 — Now therefore let not Hezekiah deceive you, nor persuade you on this man. Now therefore let not Hezekiah deceive you, nor persuade you on this manner, neither yet believe him: for no god of any nation or kingdom was able to deliver his people out of mine hand, and out of the hand of my fathers: how much less shall your God deliver you out of mine hand? And his servants spake yet against YHWH God, and against his servant Hezekiah..
IV. 22–28 — Thus YHWH saved Hezekiah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem from the hand. Thus YHWH saved Hezekiah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem from the hand of Sennacherib the king of Assyria, and from the hand of all , and guided them on every side. And many brought gifts to YHWH to Jerusalem, and presents to Hezekiah king of Judah: so that he was magnified in the sight of all nations from thenceforth. In those days Hezekiah was sick to.
V. 29–33 — Moreover he provided him cities, and possessions of flocks and herds in. Moreover he provided him cities, and possessions of flocks and herds in abundance: for God had given him substance very much. This same Hezekiah also stopped the upper watercourse of Gihon, and brought it straight down to the west side of the city of David. And Hezekiah prospered in all his works. Howbeit in the ambassadors of the princes of Babylon, who.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 32 comprises 33 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — After these things, and the establishment thereof, Sennacherib king of A. After these things, and the establishment thereof, Sennacherib king of Assyria came, and entered into Judah, and encamped against the fenced cities, and thought to win them for himself. And when Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib was come, and that he was purposed to fight against Jerusalem, He took counsel with his princes and his mighty men to stop the waters. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — With him an arm of flesh; but with us YHWH our God to help us, and to fi. With him an arm of flesh; but with us YHWH our God to help us, and to fight our battles. And the people rested themselves upon the words of Hezekiah king of Judah. After this did Sennacherib king of Assyria send his servants to Jerusalem, (but he against Lachish, and all his power with him,) to Hezekiah king of Judah, and to all Judah that at Jerusalem,. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — Now therefore let not Hezekiah deceive you, nor persuade you on this man. Now therefore let not Hezekiah deceive you, nor persuade you on this manner, neither yet believe him: for no god of any nation or kingdom was able to deliver his people out of mine hand, and out of the hand of my fathers: how much less shall your God deliver you out of mine hand? And his servants spake yet against YHWH God, and against his servant Hezekiah.. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — Thus YHWH saved Hezekiah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem from the hand. Thus YHWH saved Hezekiah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem from the hand of Sennacherib the king of Assyria, and from the hand of all , and guided them on every side. And many brought gifts to YHWH to Jerusalem, and presents to Hezekiah king of Judah: so that he was magnified in the sight of all nations from thenceforth. In those days Hezekiah was sick to. Movement V (vv. 29-33) — Moreover he provided him cities, and possessions of flocks and herds in. Moreover he provided him cities, and possessions of flocks and herds in abundance: for God had given him substance very much. This same Hezekiah also stopped the upper watercourse of Gihon, and brought it straight down to the west side of the city of David. And Hezekiah prospered in all his works. Howbeit in the ambassadors of the princes of Babylon, who. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 33 — דברי הימים ב 33

Theme. 2 Chronicles 33 (25 verses in the MT) opens: Manasseh twelve years old when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty and five years in Jerusalem: The middle of the chapter continues: And prayed to him: and he was intreated of him, and heard his supplication, and brought him again to Jerusalem into his kingdom. Then Manasseh knew that YHWH he God. It closes: But the people of the land slew all them that had conspired against king Amon; and the people of the land made Josiah his son king in his stead.

Outline.

I. 1–5 — Manasseh twelve years old when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty a. Manasseh twelve years old when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty and five years in Jerusalem: But did evil in the sight of YHWH, like to the abominations of the heathen, whom YHWH had cast out before the children of Israel. For he built again the high places which Hezekiah his father had broken down, and he reared up altars for Baalim, and made.
II. 6–10 — And he caused his children to pass through the fire in the valley of the. And he caused his children to pass through the fire in the valley of the son of Hinnom: also he observed times, and used enchantments, and used witchcraft, and dealt with a familiar spirit, and with wizards: he wrought much evil in the sight of YHWH, to provoke him to anger. And he set a carved image, the idol which he had made, in the house of God, of.
III. 11–15 — Wherefore YHWH brought upon them the captains of the host of the king of. Wherefore YHWH brought upon them the captains of the host of the king of Assyria, which took Manasseh among the thorns, and bound him with fetters, and carried him to Babylon. And when he was in affliction, he besought YHWH his God, and humbled himself greatly before the God of his fathers, And prayed to him: and he was intreated of him, and heard his.
IV. 16–20 — And he repaired the altar of YHWH, and sacrificed thereon peace offering. And he repaired the altar of YHWH, and sacrificed thereon peace offerings and thank offerings, and commanded Judah to serve YHWH God of Israel. Nevertheless the people did sacrifice still in the high places, to YHWH their God only. Now the rest of the acts of Manasseh, and his prayer to his God, and the words of the seers that spake to him in the name of.
V. 21–25 — Amon two and twenty years old when he began to reign, and reigned two ye. Amon two and twenty years old when he began to reign, and reigned two years in Jerusalem. But he did evil in the sight of YHWH, as did Manasseh his father: for Amon sacrificed to all the carved images which Manasseh his father had made, and served them; And humbled not himself before YHWH, as Manasseh his father had humbled himself; but Amon trespassed more.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 33 comprises 25 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — Manasseh twelve years old when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty a. Manasseh twelve years old when he began to reign, and he reigned fifty and five years in Jerusalem: But did evil in the sight of YHWH, like to the abominations of the heathen, whom YHWH had cast out before the children of Israel. For he built again the high places which Hezekiah his father had broken down, and he reared up altars for Baalim, and made. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — And he caused his children to pass through the fire in the valley of the. And he caused his children to pass through the fire in the valley of the son of Hinnom: also he observed times, and used enchantments, and used witchcraft, and dealt with a familiar spirit, and with wizards: he wrought much evil in the sight of YHWH, to provoke him to anger. And he set a carved image, the idol which he had made, in the house of God, of. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — Wherefore YHWH brought upon them the captains of the host of the king of. Wherefore YHWH brought upon them the captains of the host of the king of Assyria, which took Manasseh among the thorns, and bound him with fetters, and carried him to Babylon. And when he was in affliction, he besought YHWH his God, and humbled himself greatly before the God of his fathers, And prayed to him: and he was intreated of him, and heard his. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — And he repaired the altar of YHWH, and sacrificed thereon peace offering. And he repaired the altar of YHWH, and sacrificed thereon peace offerings and thank offerings, and commanded Judah to serve YHWH God of Israel. Nevertheless the people did sacrifice still in the high places, to YHWH their God only. Now the rest of the acts of Manasseh, and his prayer to his God, and the words of the seers that spake to him in the name of. Movement V (vv. 21-25) — Amon two and twenty years old when he began to reign, and reigned two ye. Amon two and twenty years old when he began to reign, and reigned two years in Jerusalem. But he did evil in the sight of YHWH, as did Manasseh his father: for Amon sacrificed to all the carved images which Manasseh his father had made, and served them; And humbled not himself before YHWH, as Manasseh his father had humbled himself; but Amon trespassed more. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 34 — דברי הימים ב 34

Theme. 2 Chronicles 34 (33 verses in the MT) opens: Josiah eight years old when he began to reign, and he reigned in Jerusalem one and thirty years. The middle of the chapter continues: And they have gathered together the money that was found in the house of YHWH, and have delivered it into the hand of the overseers, and to the hand of the workmen. It closes: And Josiah took away all the abominations out of all the countries that to the children of Israel, and made all that were present in Israel to serve, to serve YHWH their God. all his days they departed not from.

Outline.

I. 1–7 — Josiah eight years old when he began to reign, and he reigned in Jerusal. Josiah eight years old when he began to reign, and he reigned in Jerusalem one and thirty years. And he did right in the sight of YHWH, and walked in the ways of David his father, and declined to the right hand, nor to the left. For in the eighth year of his reign, while he was yet young, he began to seek after the God of David his father: and in the.
II. 8–14 — Now in the eighteenth year of his reign, when he had purged the land, an. Now in the eighteenth year of his reign, when he had purged the land, and the house, he sent Shaphan the son of Azaliah, and Maaseiah the governor of the city, and Joah the son of Joahaz the recorder, to repair the house of YHWH his God. And when they came to Hilkiah the high priest, they delivered the money that was brought into the house of God, which the.
III. 15–21 — And Hilkiah answered and said to Shaphan the scribe, I have found the bo. And Hilkiah answered and said to Shaphan the scribe, I have found the book of the law in the house of YHWH. And Hilkiah delivered the book to Shaphan. And Shaphan carried the book to the king, and brought the king word back again, saying, All that was committed to your servants, they do . And they have gathered together the money that was found in the house.
IV. 22–28 — And Hilkiah, and that the king , went to Huldah the prophetess, the wife. And Hilkiah, and that the king , went to Huldah the prophetess, the wife of Shallum the son of Tikvath, the son of Hasrah, keeper of the wardrobe; (now she dwelt in Jerusalem in the college:) and they spake to her to that . And she answered them, Thus says YHWH God of Israel, Tell you the man that sent you to me, Thus says YHWH, Behold, I will bring evil.
V. 29–33 — Then the king sent and gathered together all the elders of Judah and Jer. Then the king sent and gathered together all the elders of Judah and Jerusalem. And the king went up into the house of YHWH, and all the men of Judah, and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, and the priests, and the Levites, and all the people, great and small: and he read in their ears all the words of the book of the covenant that was found in the house of.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 34 comprises 33 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-7) — Josiah eight years old when he began to reign, and he reigned in Jerusal. Josiah eight years old when he began to reign, and he reigned in Jerusalem one and thirty years. And he did right in the sight of YHWH, and walked in the ways of David his father, and declined to the right hand, nor to the left. For in the eighth year of his reign, while he was yet young, he began to seek after the God of David his father: and in the. Movement II (vv. 8-14) — Now in the eighteenth year of his reign, when he had purged the land, an. Now in the eighteenth year of his reign, when he had purged the land, and the house, he sent Shaphan the son of Azaliah, and Maaseiah the governor of the city, and Joah the son of Joahaz the recorder, to repair the house of YHWH his God. And when they came to Hilkiah the high priest, they delivered the money that was brought into the house of God, which the. Movement III (vv. 15-21) — And Hilkiah answered and said to Shaphan the scribe, I have found the bo. And Hilkiah answered and said to Shaphan the scribe, I have found the book of the law in the house of YHWH. And Hilkiah delivered the book to Shaphan. And Shaphan carried the book to the king, and brought the king word back again, saying, All that was committed to your servants, they do . And they have gathered together the money that was found in the house. Movement IV (vv. 22-28) — And Hilkiah, and that the king , went to Huldah the prophetess, the wife. And Hilkiah, and that the king , went to Huldah the prophetess, the wife of Shallum the son of Tikvath, the son of Hasrah, keeper of the wardrobe; (now she dwelt in Jerusalem in the college:) and they spake to her to that . And she answered them, Thus says YHWH God of Israel, Tell you the man that sent you to me, Thus says YHWH, Behold, I will bring evil. Movement V (vv. 29-33) — Then the king sent and gathered together all the elders of Judah and Jer. Then the king sent and gathered together all the elders of Judah and Jerusalem. And the king went up into the house of YHWH, and all the men of Judah, and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, and the priests, and the Levites, and all the people, great and small: and he read in their ears all the words of the book of the covenant that was found in the house of. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 35 — דברי הימים ב 35

Theme. 2 Chronicles 35 (27 verses in the MT) opens: Moreover Josiah kept a passover to YHWH in Jerusalem: and they killed the passover on the fourteenth of the first month. The middle of the chapter continues: And afterward they made ready for themselves, and for the priests: because the priests the sons of Aaron in offering of burnt offerings and the fat until night; therefore the Levites prepared for themselves, and for the. It closes: And his deeds, first and last, behold, they written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah.

Outline.

I. 1–6 — Moreover Josiah kept a passover to YHWH in Jerusalem: and they killed th. Moreover Josiah kept a passover to YHWH in Jerusalem: and they killed the passover on the fourteenth of the first month. And he set the priests in their charges, and encouraged them to the service of the house of YHWH, And said to the Levites that taught all Israel, which were holy to YHWH, Put the holy ark in the house which Solomon the son of David king.
II. 7–12 — And Josiah gave to the people, of the flock, lambs and kids, all for the. And Josiah gave to the people, of the flock, lambs and kids, all for the passover offerings, for all that were present, to the number of thirty thousand, and three thousand bullocks: these of the king's substance. And his princes gave willingly to the people, to the priests, and to the Levites: Hilkiah and Zechariah and Jehiel, rulers of the house of God,.
III. 13–18 — And they roasted the passover with fire according to the ordinance: but. And they roasted the passover with fire according to the ordinance: but the holy sod they in pots, and in caldrons, and in pans, and divided speedily among all the people. And afterward they made ready for themselves, and for the priests: because the priests the sons of Aaron in offering of burnt offerings and the fat until night; therefore the Levites.
IV. 19–24 — In the eighteenth year of the reign of Josiah was this passover kept. In the eighteenth year of the reign of Josiah was this passover kept. After all this, when Josiah had prepared the temple, Necho king of Egypt came up to fight against Carchemish by Euphrates: and Josiah went out against him. But he sent ambassadors to him, saying, What have I to do with you, you king of Judah? not against you this day, but against the.
V. 25–27 — And Jeremiah lamented for Josiah: and all the singing men and the singin. And Jeremiah lamented for Josiah: and all the singing men and the singing women spake of Josiah in their lamentations to this day, and made them an ordinance in Israel: and, behold, they written in the lamentations. Now the rest of the acts of Josiah, and his goodness, according to written in the law of YHWH, And his deeds, first and last, behold, they.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 35 comprises 27 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-6) — Moreover Josiah kept a passover to YHWH in Jerusalem: and they killed th. Moreover Josiah kept a passover to YHWH in Jerusalem: and they killed the passover on the fourteenth of the first month. And he set the priests in their charges, and encouraged them to the service of the house of YHWH, And said to the Levites that taught all Israel, which were holy to YHWH, Put the holy ark in the house which Solomon the son of David king. Movement II (vv. 7-12) — And Josiah gave to the people, of the flock, lambs and kids, all for the. And Josiah gave to the people, of the flock, lambs and kids, all for the passover offerings, for all that were present, to the number of thirty thousand, and three thousand bullocks: these of the king's substance. And his princes gave willingly to the people, to the priests, and to the Levites: Hilkiah and Zechariah and Jehiel, rulers of the house of God,. Movement III (vv. 13-18) — And they roasted the passover with fire according to the ordinance: but. And they roasted the passover with fire according to the ordinance: but the holy sod they in pots, and in caldrons, and in pans, and divided speedily among all the people. And afterward they made ready for themselves, and for the priests: because the priests the sons of Aaron in offering of burnt offerings and the fat until night; therefore the Levites. Movement IV (vv. 19-24) — In the eighteenth year of the reign of Josiah was this passover kept. In the eighteenth year of the reign of Josiah was this passover kept. After all this, when Josiah had prepared the temple, Necho king of Egypt came up to fight against Carchemish by Euphrates: and Josiah went out against him. But he sent ambassadors to him, saying, What have I to do with you, you king of Judah? not against you this day, but against the. Movement V (vv. 25-27) — And Jeremiah lamented for Josiah: and all the singing men and the singin. And Jeremiah lamented for Josiah: and all the singing men and the singing women spake of Josiah in their lamentations to this day, and made them an ordinance in Israel: and, behold, they written in the lamentations. Now the rest of the acts of Josiah, and his goodness, according to written in the law of YHWH, And his deeds, first and last, behold, they. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.

2 Chronicles 36 — דברי הימים ב 36

Theme. 2 Chronicles 36 (23 verses in the MT) opens: Then the people of the land took Jehoahaz the son of Josiah, and made him king in his father's stead in Jerusalem. The middle of the chapter continues: And he did evil in the sight of YHWH his God, humbled not himself before Jeremiah the prophet from the mouth of YHWH. It closes: Thus says Cyrus king of Persia, All the kingdoms of the earth has YHWH God of heaven given me; and he has charged me to build him an house in Jerusalem, which in Judah. Who among you of all his people? YHWH his God with.

Outline.

I. 1–5 — Then the people of the land took Jehoahaz the son of Josiah, and made hi. Then the people of the land took Jehoahaz the son of Josiah, and made him king in his father's stead in Jerusalem. Jehoahaz twenty and three years old when he began to reign, and he reigned three months in Jerusalem. And the king of Egypt put him down at Jerusalem, and condemned the land in an hundred talents of silver and a talent of gold. And the king of.
II. 6–10 — Against him came up Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon, and bound him in fet. Against him came up Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon, and bound him in fetters, to carry him to Babylon. Nebuchadnezzar also carried of the vessels of the house of YHWH to Babylon, and put them in his temple at Babylon. Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and his abominations which he did, and that which was found in him, behold, they written in the book.
III. 11–15 — Zedekiah one and twenty years old when he began to reign, and reigned el. Zedekiah one and twenty years old when he began to reign, and reigned eleven years in Jerusalem. And he did evil in the sight of YHWH his God, humbled not himself before Jeremiah the prophet from the mouth of YHWH. And he also rebelled against king Nebuchadnezzar, who had made him swear by God: but he stiffened his neck, and hardened his heart from turning.
IV. 16–20 — But they mocked the messengers of God, and despised his words, and misus. But they mocked the messengers of God, and despised his words, and misused his prophets, until the wrath of YHWH arose against his people, till no remedy. Therefore he brought upon them the king of the Chaldees, who slew their young men with the sword in the house of their sanctuary, and had no compassion upon young man or maiden, old man, or him that.
V. 21–23 — To fulfil the word of YHWH by the mouth of Jeremiah, until the land had. To fulfil the word of YHWH by the mouth of Jeremiah, until the land had enjoyed her sabbaths: as long as she lay desolate she kept sabbath, to fulfil threescore and ten years. Now in the first year of Cyrus king of Persia, that the word of YHWH by the mouth of Jeremiah might be accomplished, YHWH stirred up the spirit of Cyrus king of Persia, that he made a.

Textual note. 2 Chronicles 36 comprises 23 verses in MT order. Movement I (vv. 1-5) — Then the people of the land took Jehoahaz the son of Josiah, and made hi. Then the people of the land took Jehoahaz the son of Josiah, and made him king in his father's stead in Jerusalem. Jehoahaz twenty and three years old when he began to reign, and he reigned three months in Jerusalem. And the king of Egypt put him down at Jerusalem, and condemned the land in an hundred talents of silver and a talent of gold. And the king of. Movement II (vv. 6-10) — Against him came up Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon, and bound him in fet. Against him came up Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon, and bound him in fetters, to carry him to Babylon. Nebuchadnezzar also carried of the vessels of the house of YHWH to Babylon, and put them in his temple at Babylon. Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and his abominations which he did, and that which was found in him, behold, they written in the book. Movement III (vv. 11-15) — Zedekiah one and twenty years old when he began to reign, and reigned el. Zedekiah one and twenty years old when he began to reign, and reigned eleven years in Jerusalem. And he did evil in the sight of YHWH his God, humbled not himself before Jeremiah the prophet from the mouth of YHWH. And he also rebelled against king Nebuchadnezzar, who had made him swear by God: but he stiffened his neck, and hardened his heart from turning. Movement IV (vv. 16-20) — But they mocked the messengers of God, and despised his words, and misus. But they mocked the messengers of God, and despised his words, and misused his prophets, until the wrath of YHWH arose against his people, till no remedy. Therefore he brought upon them the king of the Chaldees, who slew their young men with the sword in the house of their sanctuary, and had no compassion upon young man or maiden, old man, or him that. Movement V (vv. 21-23) — To fulfil the word of YHWH by the mouth of Jeremiah, until the land had. To fulfil the word of YHWH by the mouth of Jeremiah, until the land had enjoyed her sabbaths: as long as she lay desolate she kept sabbath, to fulfil threescore and ten years. Now in the first year of Cyrus king of Persia, that the word of YHWH by the mouth of Jeremiah might be accomplished, YHWH stirred up the spirit of Cyrus king of Persia, that he made a. Where English printed Bibles divide verses differently, this annotation follows MT versification throughout.