2 Chronicles 16:10
2 Chronicles 16:10 in Multiple Translations
Asa was angry with the seer and became so enraged over this matter that he put the man in prison. And at the same time Asa oppressed some of the people.
Then Asa was wroth with the seer, and put him in a prison house; for he was in a rage with him because of this thing. And Asa oppressed some of the people the same time.
Then Asa was wroth with the seer, and put him in the prison-house; for he was in a rage with him because of this thing. And Asa oppressed some of the people at the same time.
Then Asa was angry with the seer, and put him in prison, burning with wrath against him because of this thing. And at the same time Asa was cruel to some of the people.
Asa was angry with the seer. He was so angry with him over this that he put him in prison. At this same time Asa started to mistreat some of the people.
Then Asa was wroth with the Seer, and put him into a prison: for he was displeased with him, because of this thing. And Asa oppressed certaine of the people at the same time.
And Asa is angry at the seer, and giveth him to the house of torture, for [he is] in a rage with him for this; and Asa oppresseth [some] of the people at that time.
Then Asa was angry with the seer, and put him in the prison; for he was in a rage with him because of this thing. Asa oppressed some of the people at the same time.
Then Asa was wroth with the seer, and put him in a prison house; for he was in a rage with him because of this thing . And Asa oppressed some of the people the same time.
And Asa was angry with the seer, and commanded him to be put in prison: for he was greatly enraged because of this thing: and he put to death many of the people at that time.
Asa was very angry with the prophet because of what the prophet had said. So he commanded his officials to put Hanani in prison. At that same time, he started to treat some of his people very cruelly.
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2 Chronicles 16:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּכְעַ֨ס
אָסָ֜א
אֶל
הָ/רֹאֶ֗ה
וַֽ/יִּתְּנֵ֨/הוּ֙
בֵּ֣ית
הַ/מַּהְפֶּ֔כֶת
כִּֽי
בְ/זַ֥עַף
עִמּ֖/וֹ
עַל
זֹ֑את
וַ/יְרַצֵּ֥ץ
אָסָ֛א
מִן
הָ/עָ֖ם
בָּ/עֵ֥ת
הַ/הִֽיא
וַ/יִּכְעַ֨ס
kaʻaç
H3707
to provoke
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אָסָ֜א
ʼÂçâʼ
H609
Asa
N-proper
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
הָ/רֹאֶ֗ה
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
Art | N-ms
וַֽ/יִּתְּנֵ֨/הוּ֙
nâthan
H5414
to give
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms | Suff
בֵּ֣ית
bayith
H1004
place
N-ms
הַ/מַּהְפֶּ֔כֶת
mahpeketh
H4115
stocks
Art | N-fs
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
בְ/זַ֥עַף
zaʻaph
H2197
rage
Prep | N-ms
עִמּ֖/וֹ
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep | Suff
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
זֹ֑את
zôʼth
H2063
this
Pron
וַ/יְרַצֵּ֥ץ
râtsats
H7533
to crush
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
אָסָ֛א
ʼÂçâʼ
H609
Asa
N-proper
מִן
min
H4480
from
Prep
הָ/עָ֖ם
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Art | N-ms
בָּ/עֵ֥ת
ʻêth
H6256
time
Prep | N-cs
הַ/הִֽיא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Art | Pron
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 16:10
וַ/יִּכְעַ֨ס
kaʻaç
H3707
"to provoke"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This verb means to provoke or make someone angry, like in Psalm 106 where it describes the Israelites' actions that angered God. It can also mean to grieve or be indignant. It's a strong emotion.
Definition: 1) to be angry, be vexed, be indignant, be wroth, be grieved, provoke to anger and wrath 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be vexed, be indignant 1a2) to be angry 1b) (Piel) to provoke to anger 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to vex 1c2) to vex, provoke to anger
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: be angry, be grieved, take indignation, provoke (to anger, unto wrath), have sorrow, vex, be wroth. See also: Deuteronomy 4:25; 2 Chronicles 28:25; Psalms 78:58.
אָסָ֜א
ʼÂçâʼ
H609
"Asa"
N-proper
Asa was a king of Judah, son of Abijam, who ruled wisely and brought peace to the land, as recorded in 1 Kings 15:11-15 and 2 Chronicles 14-16.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at 1Ch.9.16; son of: Elkanah (H0511K); father of: Berechiah (H1296I) § Asa = "healer: injurious (?)" 1) king of Judah, son of Abijam, father of Jehoshaphat 2) a Levite
Usage: Occurs in 52 OT verses. KJV: Asa. See also: 1 Kings 15:8; 2 Chronicles 13:23; Jeremiah 41:9.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
הָ/רֹאֶ֗ה
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
Art | N-ms
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
וַֽ/יִּתְּנֵ֨/הוּ֙
nâthan
H5414
"to give"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms | Suff
This word means to give, put, or set something, with a wide range of applications. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, describing God's actions and human interactions. The word is used to convey giving, selling, or exchanging something.
Definition: : give/deliver/send/produce 1) to give, put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to give, bestow, grant, permit, ascribe, employ, devote, consecrate, dedicate, pay wages, sell, exchange, lend, commit, entrust, give over, deliver up, yield produce, occasion, produce, requite to, report, mention, utter, stretch out, extend 1a2) to put, set, put on, put upon, set, appoint, assign, designate 1a3) to make, constitute 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be given, be bestowed, be provided, be entrusted to, be granted to, be permitted, be issued, be published, be uttered, be assigned 1b2) to be set, be put, be made, be inflicted 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be given, be bestowed, be given up, be delivered up 1c2) to be put upon
Usage: Occurs in 1816 OT verses. KJV: add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. See also: Genesis 1:17; Genesis 40:21; Exodus 30:12.
בֵּ֣ית
bayith
H1004
"place"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
הַ/מַּהְפֶּ֔כֶת
mahpeketh
H4115
"stocks"
Art | N-fs
This word refers to a device used to punish people, like stocks. It was used to restrain people. The Bible mentions it as a form of punishment.
Definition: 1) stocks 1a) similar instrument of punishment (compelling crooked posture or distorting) 1b) house of stocks, prison-house
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: prison, stocks. See also: 2 Chronicles 16:10; Jeremiah 20:3; Jeremiah 20:2.
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
בְ/זַ֥עַף
zaʻaph
H2197
"rage"
Prep | N-ms
This word means intense rage or anger, like a storm. In Psalm 124:3, it is used to describe how God's enemies were consumed by rage against Him. It is a strong feeling of anger or fury that can be overwhelming.
Definition: rage, raging, storming, indignation
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: indignation, rage(-ing), wrath. See also: 2 Chronicles 16:10; Isaiah 30:30; Proverbs 19:12.
עִמּ֖/וֹ
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
זֹ֑את
zôʼth
H2063
"this"
Pron
This Hebrew word means this or that, often used to point out something specific. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) this, this one, here, which, this...that, the one...the other, such 1a) (alone) 1a1) this one 1a2) this...that, the one...the other, another 1b) (appos to subst) 1b1) this 1c) (as predicate) 1c1) this, such 1d) (enclitically) 1d1) then 1d2) who, whom 1d3) how now, what now 1d4) what now 1d5) wherefore now 1d6) behold here 1d7) just now 1d8) now, now already 1e) (poetry) 1e1) wherein, which, those who 1f) (with prefixes) 1f1) in this (place) here, then 1f2) on these conditions, herewith, thus provided, by, through this, for this cause, in this matter 1f3) thus and thus 1f4) as follows, things such as these, accordingly, to that effect, in like manner, thus and thus 1f5) from here, hence, on one side...on the other side 1f6) on this account 1f7) in spite of this, which, whence, how
Usage: Occurs in 570 OT verses. KJV: hereby (-in, -with), it, likewise, the one (other, same), she, so (much), such (deed), that, therefore, these, this (thing), thus. See also: Genesis 2:23; Numbers 7:88; Judges 1:27.
וַ/יְרַצֵּ֥ץ
râtsats
H7533
"to crush"
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
To crush means to break or oppress something or someone, used to describe physical or emotional distress in the Bible.
Definition: 1) to crush, oppress 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to crush, get crushed, be crushed 1a2) to crush, oppress (fig) 1a3) crushed (participle passive) 1b) (Niphal) to be crushed, be broken 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to crush in pieces 1c2) to grievously oppress (fig) 1d) (Poel) to oppress (fig) 1e) (Hiphil) to crush 1f) (Hithpoel) to crush each other
Usage: Occurs in 18 OT verses. KJV: break, bruise, crush, discourage, oppress, struggle together. See also: Genesis 25:22; Psalms 74:14; Isaiah 36:6.
אָסָ֛א
ʼÂçâʼ
H609
"Asa"
N-proper
Asa was a king of Judah, son of Abijam, who ruled wisely and brought peace to the land, as recorded in 1 Kings 15:11-15 and 2 Chronicles 14-16.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at 1Ch.9.16; son of: Elkanah (H0511K); father of: Berechiah (H1296I) § Asa = "healer: injurious (?)" 1) king of Judah, son of Abijam, father of Jehoshaphat 2) a Levite
Usage: Occurs in 52 OT verses. KJV: Asa. See also: 1 Kings 15:8; 2 Chronicles 13:23; Jeremiah 41:9.
מִן
min
H4480
"from"
Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
הָ/עָ֖ם
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
Art | N-ms
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
בָּ/עֵ֥ת
ʻêth
H6256
"time"
Prep | N-cs
Eth means time, especially now or when, and can refer to an event, experience, or occasion. It is often used to describe a specific moment or period.
Definition: 1) time 1a) time (of an event) 1b) time (usual) 1c) experiences, fortunes 1d) occurrence, occasion
Usage: Occurs in 258 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] after, (al-) ways, [idiom] certain, [phrase] continually, [phrase] evening, long, (due) season, so (long) as, (even-, evening-, noon-) tide, (meal-), what) time, when. See also: Genesis 8:11; 2 Chronicles 35:17; Psalms 1:3.
הַ/הִֽיא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Art | Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 16:10
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Context — Hanani’s Message to Asa
8Were not the Cushites and Libyans a vast army with many chariots and horsemen? Yet because you relied on the LORD, He delivered them into your hand.
9For the eyes of the LORD roam to and fro over all the earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose hearts are fully devoted to Him. You have acted foolishly in this matter. From now on, therefore, you will be at war.”
10Asa was angry with the seer and became so enraged over this matter that he put the man in prison. And at the same time Asa oppressed some of the people.
11Now the acts of Asa, from beginning to end, are indeed written in the Book of the Kings of Judah and Israel. 12In the thirty-ninth year of his reign, Asa became diseased in his feet, and his disease became increasingly severe. Yet even in his illness he did not seek the LORD, but only the physicians.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 Chronicles 18:26 | and tell them that this is what the king says: ‘Put this man in prison and feed him only bread and water until I return safely.’” |
| 2 | Acts 16:23–24 | And after striking them with many blows, they threw them into prison and ordered the jailer to guard them securely. On receiving this order, he placed them in the inner cell and fastened their feet in the stocks. |
| 3 | 2 Samuel 12:13 | Then David said to Nathan, “I have sinned against the LORD.” “The LORD has taken away your sin,” Nathan replied. “You will not die. |
| 4 | Luke 3:20 | Herod added this to them all: He locked John up in prison. |
| 5 | Psalms 141:5 | Let the righteous man strike me; let his rebuke be an act of loving devotion. It is oil for my head; let me not refuse it. For my prayer is ever against the deeds of the wicked. |
| 6 | Proverbs 9:7–9 | He who corrects a mocker brings shame on himself; he who rebukes a wicked man taints himself. Do not rebuke a mocker, or he will hate you; rebuke a wise man, and he will love you. Instruct a wise man, and he will be wiser still; teach a righteous man, and he will increase his learning. |
| 7 | Jeremiah 20:2 | he had Jeremiah the prophet beaten and put in the stocks at the Upper Gate of Benjamin, which was by the house of the LORD. |
| 8 | 2 Samuel 24:10–14 | After David had numbered the troops, his conscience was stricken and he said to the LORD, “I have sinned greatly in what I have done. Now, O LORD, I beg You to take away the iniquity of Your servant, for I have acted very foolishly.” When David got up in the morning, a revelation from the LORD had come to Gad the prophet, David’s seer: “Go and tell David that this is what the LORD says: ‘I am offering you three options. Choose one of them, and I will carry it out against you.’” So Gad went and said to David, “Do you choose to endure three years of famine in your land, three months of fleeing the pursuit of your enemies, or three days of plague upon your land? Now then, think it over and decide how I should reply to Him who sent me.” David answered Gad, “I am deeply distressed. Please, let us fall into the hand of the LORD, for His mercies are great; but do not let me fall into the hands of men.” |
| 9 | Job 20:19 | For he has oppressed and forsaken the poor; he has seized houses he did not build. |
| 10 | 2 Samuel 11:4 | Then David sent messengers to get her, and when she came to him, he slept with her. (Now she had just purified herself from her uncleanness.) Then she returned home. |
2 Chronicles 16:10 Summary
In 2 Chronicles 16:10, we see that Asa became angry with the seer who brought a message from the Lord, and he even put the seer in prison. This shows that Asa was not trusting in the Lord's power and sovereignty, but instead was relying on his own strength and the help of others, as seen in 2 Chronicles 16:2-6. Asa's reaction is a reminder that we must always seek the Lord's guidance and trust in His sovereignty, rather than relying on our own strength or the help of others, as taught in Psalm 37:3-7 and Proverbs 3:5-6. By trusting in the Lord, we can avoid the mistakes that Asa made and live a life that is pleasing to Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Asa become angry with the seer in 2 Chronicles 16:10?
Asa became angry with the seer because the seer's message from the Lord in 2 Chronicles 16:9 confronted Asa's decision to rely on King Baasha of Israel for help instead of trusting in the Lord, as seen in 2 Chronicles 16:2-6.
What does it mean that Asa oppressed some of the people in 2 Chronicles 16:10?
Asa's oppression of some of the people indicates that his anger and frustration with the seer's message also led him to mistreat his own subjects, demonstrating a lack of faith and trust in the Lord's sovereignty, similar to the warning in Psalm 106:35-36.
How does Asa's reaction in 2 Chronicles 16:10 relate to his overall character?
Asa's reaction in 2 Chronicles 16:10 reveals a flaw in his character, as he allows his pride and anger to control his actions, rather than humbly seeking the Lord's guidance, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Proverbs 16:18.
What can we learn from Asa's mistake in 2 Chronicles 16:10?
We can learn from Asa's mistake the importance of responding to correction and criticism with humility, rather than anger or defensiveness, and seeking the Lord's guidance in all situations, as taught in James 1:5 and 1 Peter 5:6-7.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I, like Asa, might be tempted to respond to correction or criticism with anger or defensiveness, rather than humility?
- How can I cultivate a heart that is fully devoted to the Lord, as described in 2 Chronicles 16:9, and trust in His sovereignty in all situations?
- What are some areas in my life where I may be relying on my own strength or the help of others, rather than trusting in the Lord's power and provision, as seen in 2 Chronicles 16:2-6?
- How can I balance the need to make decisions and take action with the need to seek the Lord's guidance and trust in His sovereignty, as taught in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Psalm 37:3-7?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 16:10
Then Asa was wroth with the seer,.... For this faithful reproof of him, which was another instance of his sin and folly: and put him in a prison house; in a very strait place, in which he could not
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 16:10
Then Asa was wroth with the seer, and put him in a prison house; for he was in a rage with him because of this thing. And Asa oppressed some of the people the same time. Asa oppressed some of the people the same time.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 16:10
In a prison-house, or, in the house of the stocks; in which the feet, or, as some of the Hebrews say, the necks of the prisoners were locked up. See 29:26.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 16:10
2 Chronicles 16:10 Then Asa was wroth with the seer, and put him in a prison house; for [he was] in a rage with him because of this [thing]. And Asa oppressed [some] of the people the same time.Ver. 10. Then Asa was wroth with the seer.] This might better have become an Ahab, a Joash, a Herod, a Cambyses, or Tiberius: but for Asa to be angry with the seer; Queen Elizabeth with the bishop that put her in mind of her great age and death; Tertullian to turn Montanist in his old age, and write bitterly against the orthodox party, for whom he had been so zealous; - this was very sad, and lets us see what are the best when left to themselves: how they may bristle and bustle against a just reproof, till they have better considered. And put him in a prison house.] Heb., Into a house of subversion, in carcerem cippi, into the traitor’ s prison, whither the Lady Elizabeth was so loath to go, when landed prisoner at the Tower. For he was in a rage with him.] Indignatione percitus erat. The Vulgate hath it, For the Lord was very angry for this matter, and slew very many of the people. Pellican also goeth the same way, being deceived by the Vulgate, and for want of looking into the Hebrew text. And Asa oppressed some of the people.] Conquassavit, he crushed or trampled on such as spake against his tyranny toward the prophet: he took an order with them to teach them better manners. Thus he added sin to sin, as the best shall do if God restrain them not.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 16:10
(10) Then.—And. In a prison house: in the stocks. Literally, House of the stocks (Jeremiah 20:2; Jeremiah 29:26). The word mahpèkheth literally means “turning,” “distortion,” and so an instrument of torture, by which the body was bent double, hands and feet being passed through holes in a wooden frame. (See Acts 16:24.) The Syriac and LXX. have simply “prison;” Vulgate, “nervus,” i.e., stocks. (Comp. the similar behaviour of Ahab to the prophet Michaiah, 1 Kings 22:26-27.) Because of this thing=“Herein” of 2 Chronicles 16:9. And Asa oppressed.—Riççaç (Job 20:19; comp. 1 Samuel 12:3). The same time.—At that time.Some of the people.—Those who sympathised with Hanani. Asa suppressed their murmurs with violence.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 16:10
Verse 10. Asa was wroth with the seer] Instead of humbling himself, and deprecating the displeasure of the Lord, he persecuted his messenger: and having thus laid his impious hands upon the prophet, he appears to have got his heart hardened through the deceitfulness of sin; and then he began to oppress the people, either by unjust imprisonments, or excessive taxations.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 16:10
10. in a prison house] Render, in the stocks (lit. in the house of the stocks). Jeremiah 20:2; Jeremiah 29:26 (R.V.). oppressed] Lit. brake in pieces, an expression which when applied to things would mean, made spoil of, when applied to persons treated outrageously, tortured, ἐλυμήνατο LXX.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 16:10
10. Asa was wroth with the seer — Alas, that he whose heart had been encouraged by the words of Azariah (2 Chronicles 15:8,) could not endure the words of Hanani! A prison house — Hebrews, a house of the stocks.
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Jesus' Victory Over the Powers of Darkness by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal testimony of their transformation from being involved in witchcraft to becoming a believer in God. They describe a powerful encounter |
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Unsearchable Riches of Christ - Part 6 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Peter's imprisonment and miraculous escape as an example of how God's glory is revealed in times of tribulation and suffering. T |
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Let God Rule Supreme by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being wise and sober-minded, as fools are prone to error and downfall. The preacher also highlights the significance of ha |
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A Thankful Heart by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith emphasizes the importance of giving thanks in all circumstances. He shares stories from the Bible, such as Paul and Silas praising God in prison |
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Three Ways a Sovereign God Saves by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, the preacher tells a story about a man named Sandworld who is seeking salvation. Sandworld meets two Christian men who guide him in prayer and witnessing. Through t |
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Fren-12 Fondements Apostoliques - Confrontation by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a moment when he felt hopeless and tired while addressing an audience. He emphasizes the importance of trusting God in such moments, as ever |
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Thoughts on Faith and Prayer by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the story of Paul and Silas in Acts chapter 16. Despite being arrested, beaten, and thrown into prison, Paul and Silas continue to praise and |