2 Chronicles 17:15
2 Chronicles 17:15 in Multiple Translations
next to him, Jehohanan the commander, and with him 280,000;
And next to him was Jehohanan the captain, and with him two hundred and fourscore thousand.
and next to him Jehohanan the captain, and with him two hundred and fourscore thousand;
Second to him Jehohanan, the captain, and with him two hundred and eighty thousand;
then Jehohanan the commander, and 280,000 with him;
And at his hande Iehohanan a captaine, and with him two hundreth and fourescore thousande.
And at his hand [is] Jehohanan the head, and with him two hundred and eighty chiefs.
and next to him Jehohanan the captain, and with him two hundred eighty thousand;
And next to him was Jehohanan the captain, and with him two hundred and eighty thousand.
After him Johanan the captain, and with him two hundred and eighty thousand.
His assistant was Jehohanan, who commanded 280,000 soldiers.
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2 Chronicles 17:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/עַל
יָד֖/וֹ
יְהוֹחָנָ֣ן
הַ/שָּׂ֑ר
וְ/עִמּ֕/וֹ
מָאתַ֥יִם
וּ/שְׁמוֹנִ֖ים
אָֽלֶף
וְ/עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Conj | Prep
יָד֖/וֹ
yâd
H3027
hand
N-cs | Suff
יְהוֹחָנָ֣ן
Yᵉhôwchânân
H3076
Jehohanan
N-proper
הַ/שָּׂ֑ר
sar
H8269
ruler
Art | N-ms
וְ/עִמּ֕/וֹ
ʻim
H5973
with
Conj | Prep | Suff
מָאתַ֥יִם
mêʼâh
H3967
hundred
Adj
וּ/שְׁמוֹנִ֖ים
shᵉmônîym
H8084
eighty
Conj | Adj
אָֽלֶף
ʼeleph
H505
thousand
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 17:15
וְ/עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Conj | 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.
יָד֖/וֹ
yâd
H3027
"hand"
N-cs | Suff
In the Bible, 'yad' refers to an open hand, symbolizing power or direction. It can also mean strength or a part of something, like a side or a share. The word is used in many contexts, including anatomy and everyday life.
Definition: : hand/arm[anatomy] 1) hand 1a) hand (of man) 1b) strength, power (fig.) 1c) side (of land), part, portion (metaph.) (fig.) 1d) (various special, technical senses) 1d1) sign, monument 1d2) part, fractional part, share 1d3) time, repetition 1d4) axle-trees, axle 1d5) stays, support (for laver) 1d6) tenons (in tabernacle) 1d7) a phallus, a hand (meaning unsure) 1d8) wrists
Usage: Occurs in 1446 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] be) able, [idiom] about, [phrase] armholes, at, axletree, because of, beside, border, [idiom] bounty, [phrase] broad, (broken-) handed, [idiom] by, charge, coast, [phrase] consecrate, [phrase] creditor, custody, debt, dominion, [idiom] enough, [phrase] fellowship, force, [idiom] from, hand(-staves, -y work), [idiom] he, himself, [idiom] in, labour, [phrase] large, ledge, (left-) handed, means, [idiom] mine, ministry, near, [idiom] of, [idiom] order, ordinance, [idiom] our, parts, pain, power, [idiom] presumptuously, service, side, sore, state, stay, draw with strength, stroke, [phrase] swear, terror, [idiom] thee, [idiom] by them, [idiom] themselves, [idiom] thine own, [idiom] thou, through, [idiom] throwing, [phrase] thumb, times, [idiom] to, [idiom] under, [idiom] us, [idiom] wait on, (way-) side, where, [phrase] wide, [idiom] with (him, me, you), work, [phrase] yield, [idiom] yourselves. See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 7:19; Leviticus 14:22.
יְהוֹחָנָ֣ן
Yᵉhôwchânân
H3076
"Jehohanan"
N-proper
Jehohanan means Jehovah has graced, and was the name of eight Israelites, including a priest and a high priest, in the time of Exile and Return. He is mentioned in Nehemiah 12:42.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.42 § Jehohanan = "Jehovah has graced" 1) a priest during the high priesthood of Joiakim who returned with Zerubbabel 2) a high priest in the time of Ezra 3) a Levite priest who took part in the dedication of the wall in the time of Nehemiah 4) son of Tobiah 5) a Korhite Levite and one of the doorkeepers to the tabernacle in the time of David 6) a captain of Judah under king Jehoshaphat 7) an Ephraimite 8) an Israelite with a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 9) a Jewish captain after the fall of Jerusalem 10) the eldest son of king Josiah 11) a post-exilic prince of the line of David 12) father of Azariah, priest in Solomon's time 13) a Benjamite, one of David's mighty warriors 14) a Gadite, one of David's mighty warriors 15) a returning exile
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: Jehohanan, Johanan. Compare H3110 (יוֹחָנָן). See also: 1 Chronicles 12:5; 2 Chronicles 28:12; Nehemiah 12:42.
הַ/שָּׂ֑ר
sar
H8269
"ruler"
Art | N-ms
A leader or person in charge, like a prince or captain, as seen in the Bible with King David and other rulers.
Definition: 1) prince, ruler, leader, chief, chieftain, official, captain 1a) chieftain, leader 1b) vassal, noble, official (under king) 1c) captain, general, commander (military) 1d) chief, head, overseer (of other official classes) 1e) heads, princes (of religious office) 1f) elders (of representative leaders of people) 1g) merchant-princes (of rank and dignity) 1h) patron-angel 1i) Ruler of rulers (of God) 1j) warden
Usage: Occurs in 368 OT verses. KJV: captain (that had rule), chief (captain), general, governor, keeper, lord,(-task-)master, prince(-ipal), ruler, steward. See also: Genesis 12:15; 1 Kings 22:32; 2 Chronicles 32:21.
וְ/עִמּ֕/וֹ
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Conj | 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.
מָאתַ֥יִם
mêʼâh
H3967
"hundred"
Adj
Means a hundred, used as a simple number or part of a larger number in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including fractions like one one-hundredth. Found in books like Genesis and Psalms.
Definition: 1) hundred 1a) as simple number 1b) as part of larger number 1c) as a fraction-one one-hundredth (1/100) Aramaic equivalent: me.ah (מְאָה "hundred" H3969)
Usage: Occurs in 511 OT verses. KJV: hundred((-fold), -th), [phrase] sixscore. See also: Genesis 5:3; Numbers 2:6; Judges 18:17.
וּ/שְׁמוֹנִ֖ים
shᵉmônîym
H8084
"eighty"
Conj | Adj
This Hebrew word means eighty or eightieth, used in numbers and counting. It appears in the Bible to describe quantities and ages. In Genesis and other books, it is used to count people, animals, and years.
Definition: 1) eighty, fourscore 1a) eighty (as cardinal number) 1b) eightieth (as ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers
Usage: Occurs in 37 OT verses. KJV: eighty(-ieth), fourscore. See also: Genesis 5:25; 2 Kings 19:35; Psalms 90:10.
אָֽלֶף
ʼeleph
H505
"thousand"
Adj
A thousand, as in Exodus 20:6 where God shows love to thousands of people. It represents a large number or a company of people under one leader, like an army or a group of soldiers.
Definition: : thousand 1) a thousand 1a) as numeral 2) a thousand, company 2a) as a company of men under one leader, troops
Usage: Occurs in 390 OT verses. KJV: thousand. See also: Genesis 20:16; Joshua 3:4; 2 Kings 18:23.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 17:15
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Context — Jehoshaphat Reigns in Judah
13and kept vast supplies in the cities of Judah. He also had warriors in Jerusalem who were mighty men of valor.
14These are their numbers according to the houses of their fathers: From Judah, the commanders of thousands: Adnah the commander, and with him 300,000 mighty men of valor;
15next to him, Jehohanan the commander, and with him 280,000;
16and next to him, Amasiah son of Zichri, the volunteer for the LORD, and with him 200,000 mighty men of valor. 17From Benjamin: Eliada, a mighty man of valor, and with him 200,000 armed with bows and shields;2 Chronicles 17:15 Summary
[This verse tells us about Jehohanan, a commander in Judah's army, who led 280,000 men. He was a trusted leader and played an important role in Judah's military strength, as seen in the context of Second Chronicles 17:14-17. Just like Jehohanan, we can use our own gifts and talents to serve and support others, as encouraged in First Peter 4:10. By trusting in God's strength and provision, we can be faithful and capable in our own roles, just as Jehohanan was in his.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What can we learn about Jehohanan's character from his position as a commander?
From Second Chronicles 17:15, we see that Jehohanan is a trusted leader, given the responsibility of commanding 280,000 men, indicating that he is a capable and faithful individual, as highlighted in Second Timothy 2:2 where we are reminded to entrust the gospel to faithful men.
How does the number of men under Jehohanan's command compare to other commanders in Judah?
Jehohanan commands 280,000 men, which is less than Adnah's 300,000 but still a significant force, demonstrating the military strength of Judah during this period, as seen in Second Chronicles 17:14-17.
What can we infer about the organization of Judah's military from this verse?
The fact that Jehohanan is 'next to' Adnah suggests a structured and organized military hierarchy, with commanders working together to lead their troops, as also seen in First Corinthians 12:28 where different roles are mentioned in the body of Christ.
How does Jehohanan's role fit into the broader context of King Jehoshaphat's reign?
As part of King Jehoshaphat's military leadership, Jehohanan plays a key role in maintaining Judah's strength and security, as described in Second Chronicles 17:1-19, and is an example of the king's wise appointments, as seen in Proverbs 24:6 where counsel and wisdom are emphasized in leadership.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can demonstrate faithfulness and capability in my own life, as Jehohanan did in his role as commander?
- How can I work together with others, like Jehohanan and Adnah, to achieve a common goal and build up the body of Christ?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's strength and provision, rather than my own abilities, as Jehoshaphat did in Second Chronicles 17:3-6?
- In what ways can I use my own gifts and talents to serve and support others, as Jehohanan used his leadership abilities to command his troops?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 17:15
And next to him was Jehohanan the captain,.... Being of the same rank as to office, but having a lesser number of men under him; and it may respect not any kind of subordination, only nearness of
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 17:15
Next to him; either, 1. After his death, as his successor in the same command. And the like is supposed concerning Jehozabad, . Or rather, 2. Next to him in place and authority; or, at least, in power and the numbers of his host.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 17:15
(15) Next to him.—At his hand, i.e., beside him, and subordinate to him. (Comp. 1 Chronicles 25:2.)
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 17:15
15. next to him] Lit. at his hand; the same phrase is used in Nehemiah 3:2; Nehemiah 3:4-5, etc. Jehohanan] Sometimes spelt Johanan.