2 Chronicles 18:1
2 Chronicles 18:1 in Multiple Translations
Now Jehoshaphat had riches and honor in abundance, and he allied himself with Ahab by marriage.
Now Jehoshaphat had riches and honour in abundance, and joined affinity with Ahab.
Now Jehoshaphat had riches and honor in abundance; and he joined affinity with Ahab.
Now Jehoshaphat had great wealth and honour, and his son was married to Ahab's daughter.
Now Jehoshaphat was very wealthy and highly honored, and he made a marriage alliance with Ahab.
And Iehoshaphat had riches and honour in abundance, but he was ioyned in affinitie with Ahab.
And Jehoshaphat hath riches and honour in abundance, and joineth affinity to Ahab,
Now Jehoshaphat had riches and honor in abundance; and he allied himself with Ahab.
Now Jehoshaphat had riches and honor in abundance, and joined affinity with Ahab.
Now Josaphat was rich and very glorious, and was joined by affinity to Achab.
Jehoshaphat became very wealthy and was greatly honored. But then he arranged for one of his family to marry someone from the family of King Ahab of Israel.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Chronicles 18:1
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2 Chronicles 18:1 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וַ/יְהִ֧י
לִֽ/יהוֹשָׁפָ֛ט
עֹ֥שֶׁר
וְ/כָב֖וֹד
לָ/רֹ֑ב
וַ/יִּתְחַתֵּ֖ן
לְ/אַחְאָֽב
וַ/יְהִ֧י
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
לִֽ/יהוֹשָׁפָ֛ט
Yᵉhôwshâphâṭ
H3092
Jehoshaphat
Prep | N-proper
עֹ֥שֶׁר
ʻôsher
H6239
riches
N-ms
וְ/כָב֖וֹד
kâbôwd
H3519
glory
Conj | N-cs
לָ/רֹ֑ב
rôb
H7230
abundance
Prep | N-cs
וַ/יִּתְחַתֵּ֖ן
châthan
H2859
relative
Conj | V-Hithpael-ConsecImperf-3ms
לְ/אַחְאָֽב
ʼAchʼâb
H256
Ahab
Prep | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 18:1
וַ/יְהִ֧י
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
לִֽ/יהוֹשָׁפָ֛ט
Yᵉhôwshâphâṭ
H3092
"Jehoshaphat"
Prep | N-proper
Jehoshaphat was a king of Judah who ruled for 25 years and was known for his piety and prosperity. His name means Jehovah has judged, and he is mentioned in 2 Kings 9:2 as the son of King Asa. He was one of the best kings of Judah in the Bible.
Definition: A man of the Kingdom of Israel, living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.9.2; son of: Nimshi (H5250); father of: Jehu (H3058H) § Jehoshaphat = "Jehovah has judged" 1) son of king Asa and himself king of Judah for 25 years; one of the best, most pious, and prosperous kings of Judah 2) son of Nimshi and father of king Jehu of the northern kingdom of Israel 3) son of Ahilud and chronicler under David and Solomon 4) son of Paruah and one of the 12 commissary officers under Solomon 5) a priest and trumpeter in the time of David 6) symbolical name of a valley near Jerusalem which is the place of ultimate judgment; maybe the deep ravine which separates Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives through which the Kidron flowed
Usage: Occurs in 75 OT verses. KJV: Jehoshaphat. Compare H3146 (יוֹשָׁפָט). See also: 2 Samuel 8:16; 2 Chronicles 17:5; Joel 4:12.
עֹ֥שֶׁר
ʻôsher
H6239
"riches"
N-ms
This Hebrew word means wealth or riches, like the treasures King Solomon had in 1 Kings 10:23. It refers to an abundance of valuable things. The KJV Bible uses it to describe riches and wealth.
Definition: wealth, riches
Usage: Occurs in 36 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] far (richer), riches. See also: Genesis 31:16; Proverbs 3:16; Psalms 49:7.
וְ/כָב֖וֹד
kâbôwd
H3519
"glory"
Conj | N-cs
Glory refers to great honor or splendor, often used to describe God's majesty, as in Psalm 138:5 where David praises God's glorious name. It can also refer to wealth or abundance, like in Genesis 31:1 where Jacob's wealth is described.
Definition: 1) glory, honour, glorious, abundance 1a) abundance, riches 1b) honour, splendour, glory 1c) honour, dignity 1d) honour, reputation 1e) honour, reverence, glory 1f) glory
Usage: Occurs in 189 OT verses. KJV: glorious(-ly), glory, honour(-able). See also: Genesis 31:1; Psalms 113:4; Psalms 3:4.
לָ/רֹ֑ב
rôb
H7230
"abundance"
Prep | N-cs
Describes abundance or greatness in the Bible, used to talk about God's power and creation in Psalms and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) multitude, abundance, greatness 1a) multitude 1a1) abundance, abundantly 1a2) numerous 1b) greatness
Usage: Occurs in 145 OT verses. KJV: abundance(-antly), all, [idiom] common (sort), excellent, great(-ly, -ness, number), huge, be increased, long, many, more in number, most, much, multitude, plenty(-ifully), [idiom] very (age). See also: Genesis 16:10; Job 32:7; Psalms 5:8.
וַ/יִּתְחַתֵּ֖ן
châthan
H2859
"relative"
Conj | V-Hithpael-ConsecImperf-3ms
To be related by marriage means to become connected through wedding vows. In the Bible, this word describes the relationship between a husband and his wife's family, including his father-in-law and mother-in-law.
Definition: a son-in-law, a daughter's husband, wife's father, wife's mother, father-in-law, mother-in- law
Usage: Occurs in 32 OT verses. KJV: join in affinity, father in law, make marriages, mother in law, son in law. See also: Genesis 34:9; Deuteronomy 7:3; Ezra 9:14.
לְ/אַחְאָֽב
ʼAchʼâb
H256
"Ahab"
Prep | N-proper
Ahab was a king of Israel who lived a long time ago. He was married to a queen named Jezebel and did many bad things. The prophet Jeremiah also wrote about a different man named Ahab.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at Jer.29.21; son of: Kolaiah (H6964H) § Ahab = "father's brother" 1) king of Israel, son of Omri, husband of Jezebel 2) false prophet executed by Nebuchadrezzar, time of Jeremiah
Usage: Occurs in 81 OT verses. KJV: Ahab. See also: 1 Kings 16:28; 1 Kings 22:40; Jeremiah 29:21.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 18:1
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- 2 Chronicles 18:1 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 18:1
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 18:1
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 18:1
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 18:1
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 18:1
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 18:1
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 18:1
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 18:1
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 18:1
- Sermons on 2 Chronicles 18:1
Context — Jehoshaphat Allies with Ahab
1Now Jehoshaphat had an abundance of riches and honor, and he allied himself with Ahab by marriage.
2And some years later he went down to visit Ahab in Samaria, where Ahab sacrificed many sheep and cattle for him and the people with him and urged him to march up to Ramoth-gilead. 3Ahab king of Israel asked Jehoshaphat king of Judah, “Will you go with me against Ramoth-gilead?” And Jehoshaphat replied, “I am as you are, and my people are your people; we will join you in the war.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Chronicles 17:5 | So the LORD established the kingdom in his hand, and all Judah brought him tribute, so that he had an abundance of riches and honor. |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 21:6 | And Jehoram walked in the ways of the kings of Israel, just as the house of Ahab had done. For he married a daughter of Ahab and did evil in the sight of the LORD. |
| 3 | 2 Chronicles 19:2 | Jehu son of Hanani the seer went out to confront him and said to King Jehoshaphat, “Should you help the wicked and love those who hate the LORD? Because of this, the wrath of the LORD is upon you. |
| 4 | 2 Kings 8:18 | And Jehoram walked in the ways of the kings of Israel, just as the house of Ahab had done. For he married a daughter of Ahab and did evil in the sight of the LORD. |
| 5 | 2 Corinthians 6:14 | Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership can righteousness have with wickedness? Or what fellowship does light have with darkness? |
| 6 | 2 Chronicles 17:12 | Jehoshaphat grew stronger and stronger, and he built fortresses and store cities in Judah |
| 7 | 1 Kings 16:31–33 | And as if it were not enough for him to walk in the sins of Jeroboam son of Nebat, he even married Jezebel the daughter of Ethbaal king of the Sidonians, and he then proceeded to serve and worship Baal. First, Ahab set up an altar for Baal in the temple of Baal that he had built in Samaria. Then he set up an Asherah pole. Thus Ahab did more to provoke the LORD, the God of Israel, to anger than all the kings of Israel before him. |
| 8 | Matthew 6:33 | But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you. |
| 9 | 2 Chronicles 1:11–15 | God said to Solomon, “Since this was in your heart instead of requesting riches or wealth or glory for yourself or death for your enemies—and since you have not even requested long life but have asked for wisdom and knowledge to govern My people over whom I have made you king— therefore wisdom and knowledge have been granted to you. And I will also give you riches and wealth and honor unlike anything given to the kings before you or after you.” So Solomon went to Jerusalem from the high place in Gibeon before the Tent of Meeting, and he reigned over Israel. Solomon accumulated 1,400 chariots and 12,000 horses, which he stationed in the chariot cities and also with him in Jerusalem. The king made silver and gold as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills. |
| 10 | 2 Chronicles 18:31 | When the chariot commanders saw Jehoshaphat, they said, “This is the king of Israel!” So they turned to fight against him, but Jehoshaphat cried out, and the LORD helped him. God drew them away from him. |
2 Chronicles 18:1 Summary
This verse tells us that Jehoshaphat was a wealthy and respected king who made a decision to form an alliance with Ahab, the king of Israel, by marrying into his family. This decision may have seemed like a good idea at the time, but it ultimately led to spiritual compromise and trouble, as we see in the next few verses. We can learn from Jehoshaphat's mistake by being careful about the relationships we form and the influences we allow in our lives, and by seeking God's guidance in all our decisions, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6 and James 1:5. By prioritizing our relationship with God and seeking His wisdom, we can avoid making similar mistakes and stay on the path that He has planned for us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that Jehoshaphat had riches and honor in abundance?
This means that Jehoshaphat was blessed with wealth and respect, possibly due to his faithfulness to God, as seen in 2 Chronicles 17:3-6, where it is written that God was with him and he walked in the ways of David his father.
Why did Jehoshaphat ally himself with Ahab by marriage?
The Bible does not explicitly state why Jehoshaphat made this decision, but it may have been a political move to secure an alliance with the kingdom of Israel, as seen in other biblical accounts of royal marriages, such as in 1 Kings 3:1, where Solomon married the daughter of the king of Egypt.
Is it wrong for believers to form alliances with unbelievers?
While the Bible does not explicitly forbid forming alliances with unbelievers, it does warn against being yoked with unbelievers, as seen in 2 Corinthians 6:14, and encourages believers to be separate from the world, as seen in 2 Corinthians 6:17-18.
What can we learn from Jehoshaphat's decision to ally himself with Ahab?
We can learn that our choices have consequences, and that forming alliances with those who do not share our values or faith can lead to spiritual compromise, as seen in the subsequent events in 2 Chronicles 18:2-3, where Jehoshaphat is persuaded to join Ahab in battle.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I may be compromising my faith or values by forming alliances or relationships with those who do not share my beliefs?
- How can I discern when a relationship or alliance is not in line with God's will for my life?
- What are some biblical principles that can guide my decisions about forming relationships or alliances with others?
- In what ways can I prioritize my relationship with God and seek His guidance in all my decisions, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 18:1
Now Jehoshaphat had riches and honour in abundance,.... Still more and more, see 2 Chronicles 17:5, and which moved Ahab to desire friendship and affinity with him, to which Jehoshaphat agreed: and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 18:1
Now Jehoshaphat had riches and honour in abundance, and joined affinity with Ahab. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 18:1
2 CHAPTER 18 Jehoshaphat, joined in affinity with Ahab, is persuaded to go with him against Ramoth-gilead, . Ahab, seduced by false prophets, according to the word of Micaiah, is slain there, . For Jehoram, his eldest son, married Athaliah, Ahab’ s daughter, . This chapter is for substance the same with 1Ki 22, where it is explained.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 18:1
2 Chronicles 18:1 Now Jehoshaphat had riches and honour in abundance, and joined affinity with Ahab.Ver. 1. Now Jehoshaphat had riches in abundance.] Stultitiam patiuntur opes. He was the worse for his wealth - as most men also are, - else he had not been so fond of this new affinity with Ahab.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 18:1
(1) Now Jehoshaphat had.—And Jehoshaphat got.Riches and honour in abundance.—Repeated from 2 Chronicles 17:5. And joined affinity with Ahab.—He married his son Jehoram to Athaliah, daughter of Ahab and Jezebel (2 Chronicles 21:6; 1 Kings 18:8). The high degree of prosperity to which the king of Judah had attained is indicated by the fact that so powerful a monarch as Ahab entered into such an intimate connection with him. (The vav of the second clause is not adversative, as Zöckler asserts, but rather consecutive.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 18:1
CHAPTER XVIII Jehoshaphat joins affinity with Ahab, king of Israel, 1, 2; who invites him to assist him in the war against the Syrians, to which Jehoshaphat agrees, 3. They consult the prophets concerning the success of the war; and all, except Micaiah, promise Ahab victory, 4-17. Micaiah relates his vision concerning the lying spirit in the mouth of Ahab's prophets, 18-22. Zedekiah, a false prophet, opposes Micaiah; and Micaiah is put in prison, 23-27. Both the kings go against the Syrians; the confederate armies are defeated, and the king of Israel slain, 28-31. NOTES ON CHAP. XVIII Verse 1. Jehoshaphat had riches and honour] The preceding chapter gives ample proof of this. Joined affinity with Ahab.] Took his daughter Athalia to be wife to his son Joram.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 18:1
Ch. 2 Chronicles 18:1-3 (cp. 1 Kings 22:1-4). The Alliance between Jehoshaphat and Ahab 1. joined affinity] Jehoram the son of Jehoshaphat married Athaliah the daughter of Ahab (2 Kings 8:16; 2 Kings 8:18; 2 Kings 8:26). Athaliah though called “daughter” of Omri in 2 Kings 8:26 was really his grand-daughter.
Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 18:1
The present chapter runs parallel with Kings, which it closely follows, only adding a few touches.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 18:1
1. Jehoshaphat had riches… and joined affinity with Ahab — Probably his riches and honour begat in him “that bloated luxury which eats the core from manly virtue,” and in a thoughtless hour he
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 18:1
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The Hated but True Man by Ian Paisley | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of the prophet Micaiah and his unwavering faithfulness to God. The preacher highlights seven key characteristics of Micaiah's fait |
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Jehoshaphat's Revival by Timothy Williams | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having a heart that is open to God's reproof. He uses the story of Jehoshaphat to illustrate how disobedience and indiffer |
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A Study in Hebrews 13 - Part 2 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the wicked system described in the book of Revelation. The system is characterized by the rulers of the nations making alliances with it and t |
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Shouldest Thou Help the Ungodly, and Love Them by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer addresses the dangers of compromising our faith by aligning too closely with the ungodly, as exemplified by King Jehoshaphat's alliance with Ahab. He warns that wealth a |
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The Best, Not the Good by Vance Havner | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of making choices in life between the bad, the good, and the best. He highlights the danger of settling for the good when we c |
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You Need the Baptism of the Holy Spirit by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about a man named Steve who was a rock star and wanted to use his fame to spread the message of Jesus. However, he was confronted by you |
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(Deeper Waters) Session 3 - the Habitation of God by David Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker begins by describing his arrival at a new home and how he can immediately discern certain characteristics about the people living there. He then moves o |