2 Chronicles 13:4
2 Chronicles 13:4 in Multiple Translations
Then Abijah stood on Mount Zemaraim in the hill country of Ephraim and said, “Hear me, O Jeroboam and all Israel!
¶ And Abijah stood up upon mount Zemaraim, which is in mount Ephraim, and said, Hear me, thou Jeroboam, and all Israel;
And Abijah stood up upon mount Zemaraim, which is in the hill-country of Ephraim, and said, Hear me, O Jeroboam and all Israel:
And Abijah took up his position on Mount Zemaraim, in the hill-country of Ephraim, and said, Give ear to me, O Jeroboam and all Israel:
Abijah stood on Mount Zemaraim, in the hill country of Ephraim, and said, “Listen to me, Jeroboam and all of Israel!
And Abiiah stood vp vpon mount Zemeraim, which is in mount Ephraim, and sayde, O Ieroboam, and all Israel, heare you me,
And Abijah riseth up on the hill of Zemaraim that [is] in the hill-country of Ephraim, and saith, 'Hear me, Jeroboam and all Israel!
Abijah stood up on Mount Zemaraim, which is in the hill country of Ephraim, and said, “Hear me, Jeroboam and all Israel:
And Abijah stood upon mount Zemaraim, which is in mount Ephraim, and said, Hear me, thou Jeroboam, and all Israel;
And Abia stood upon mount Semeron, which was in Ephraim, and said: Hear me, O Jeroboam, and all Israel:
Abijah stood on the top of Zemaraim Mountain, which is in the hilly area that belonged to the tribe of Ephraim, and he shouted, “Jeroboam and all you other people of Israel, listen to me!
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Context — Civil War against Jeroboam
4Then Abijah stood on Mount Zemaraim in the hill country of Ephraim and said, “Hear me, O Jeroboam and all Israel!
5Do you not know that the LORD, the God of Israel, has given the kingship of Israel to David and his descendants forever by a covenant of salt ? 6Yet Jeroboam son of Nebat, a servant of Solomon son of David, rose up and rebelled against his master.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Joshua 18:22 | Beth-arabah, Zemaraim, Bethel, |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 15:2 | So he went out to meet Asa and said to him, “Listen to me, Asa and all Judah and Benjamin. The LORD is with you when you are with Him. If you seek Him, He will be found by you, but if you forsake Him, He will forsake you. |
| 3 | Genesis 10:18 | the Arvadites, the Zemarites, and the Hamathites. Later the Canaanite clans were scattered, |
| 4 | Judges 9:7 | When this was reported to Jotham, he climbed to the top of Mount Gerizim, raised his voice, and cried out: “Listen to me, O leaders of Shechem, and may God listen to you. |
2 Chronicles 13:4 Summary
[Abijah stood on Mount Zemaraim and spoke to Jeroboam and all Israel, reminding them of their shared history and covenant with God. This was a bold move, but Abijah trusted in God's power and sovereignty, as seen in Psalm 20:7. By speaking out, Abijah was calling the people to remember their loyalty to God, just as Jesus would later call people to repentance and faith, as in Mark 1:15. This event shows us the importance of standing up for what is right and trusting in God, even when it's hard.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Abijah choose to speak from Mount Zemaraim?
Abijah likely chose to speak from Mount Zemaraim because of its strategic location in the hill country of Ephraim, allowing him to address both Jeroboam and all of Israel, as seen in 2 Chronicles 13:4, similar to how Jesus often spoke from mountainous regions, as in Matthew 5:1-2.
What is the significance of Abijah addressing 'all Israel'?
By addressing all Israel, Abijah is reminding them of their shared heritage and covenant with God, as established in Deuteronomy 29:10-15, and is calling them to remember their loyalty to the one true God, as commanded in Deuteronomy 6:13-15.
How does this event relate to the larger story of the kingdom of Israel?
This event is part of the ongoing struggle between the kingdoms of Judah and Israel, which began with the division of the kingdom after the death of Solomon, as described in 1 Kings 12:1-33, and would continue until the Assyrian conquest of Israel in 2 Kings 17:1-23.
What can we learn from Abijah's bold declaration to Jeroboam and Israel?
We can learn the importance of standing up for what is right, even in the face of overwhelming opposition, as Abijah did, and trusting in God's power and sovereignty, as seen in Psalm 20:7 and Proverbs 29:25.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to stand up for what is right, even if it's difficult?
- How can I, like Abijah, trust in God's power and sovereignty when faced with challenges or opposition?
- What are some ways I can remind myself and others of our shared heritage and covenant with God, as Abijah did with Israel?
- How can I apply the principle of loyalty to God, as commanded in Deuteronomy 6:13-15, in my own life and relationships?
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Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 13:4
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Sermons on 2 Chronicles 13:4
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