2 Chronicles 23:14

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2 Chronicles 23:14 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

And Jehoiada the priest sent out the commanders of hundreds in charge of the army, saying, “Bring her out between the ranks, and put to the sword anyone who follows her.” For the priest had said, “She must not be put to death in the house of the LORD.”

King James Version KJV

Then Jehoiada the priest brought out the captains of hundreds that were set over the host, and said unto them, Have her forth of the ranges: and whoso followeth her, let him be slain with the sword. For the priest said, Slay her not in the house of the LORD.

American Standard Version ASV

And Jehoiada the priest brought out the captains of hundreds that were set over the host, and said unto them, Have her forth between the ranks; and whoso followeth her, let him be slain with the sword: for the priest said, Slay her not in the house of Jehovah.

Bible in Basic English BBE

Then Jehoiada the priest gave orders to the captains of hundreds who had authority over the army, saying, Take her outside the lines, and let anyone who goes after her be put to death with the sword. For the priest said, Let her not be put to death in the house of the Lord.

Free Bible Version FBV

Jehoiada ordered the army commanders, “Bring her to the men standing in front of the Temple, and kill anyone who follows her.” Earlier the priest had made it clear, “She must not be killed in the Lord's Temple.”

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

Then Iehoiada the Priest brought out the captaines of hundreths that were gouernours of the hoste, and said vnto them, Haue her foorth of the ranges, and he that followeth her, let him dye by the sword: for the Priest had said, Slay her not in the house of the Lord.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

And Jehoiada the priest bringeth out the heads of the hundreds, inspectors of the force, and saith unto them, 'Take her out from within the rows, and he who hath gone after her is put to death by the sword;' for the priest said, 'Put her not to death [in] the house of Jehovah.'

World English Bible WEB

Jehoiada the priest brought out the captains of hundreds who were set over the army, and said to them, “Bring her out between the ranks; and whoever follows her, let him be slain with the sword.” For the priest said, “Don’t kill her in the LORD’s house.”

Noah Webster Bible WBS

Then Jehoiada the priest brought out the captains of hundreds that were set over the host, and said to them, Have her forth without the ranges: and whoever followeth her, let him be slain with the sword. For the priest said, Slay her not in the house of the LORD.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And Joiada the high priest going out to the captains, and the chiefs of the army, said to them: Take her forth without the precinct of the temple, and when she is without let her be killed with the sword. For the priest commanded that she should not be killed in the house of the Lord.

Translation for Translators T4T

Jehoiada the Supreme Priest said to the army commanders, “Kill her, but do not kill her at the temple of Yahweh!” Then he said to them, “Bring Athaliah out in front of the troops and kill anyone who tries to follow her!”

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2 Chronicles 23:14 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וַ/יּוֹצֵא֩ יְהוֹיָדָ֨ע הַ/כֹּהֵ֜ן אֶת שָׂרֵ֥י הַ/מֵּא֣וֹת פְּקוּדֵ֣י הַ/חַ֗יִל וַ/יֹּ֤אמֶר אֲלֵ/הֶם֙ הֽוֹצִיא֨וּ/הָ֙ אֶל מִ/בֵּ֣ית הַ/שְּׂדֵר֔וֹת וְ/הַ/בָּ֥א אַחֲרֶ֖י/הָ יוּמַ֣ת בֶּ/חָ֑רֶב כִּ֚י אָמַ֣ר הַ/כֹּהֵ֔ן לֹ֥א תְמִית֖וּ/הָ בֵּ֥ית יְהוָֽה

וַ/יּוֹצֵא֩ yâtsâʼ H3318 to come out Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms

יְהוֹיָדָ֨ע Yᵉhôwyâdâʻ H3077 Jehoiada N-proper

הַ/כֹּהֵ֜ן kôhên H3548 priest Art | N-ms

אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM

שָׂרֵ֥י sar H8269 ruler N-mp

הַ/מֵּא֣וֹת mêʼâh H3967 hundred Art | Adj

פְּקוּדֵ֣י pâqad H6485 to reckon V-Qal-Inf-c

הַ/חַ֗יִל chayil H2428 Helech Art | N-ms

וַ/יֹּ֤אמֶר ʼâmar H559 to say Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms

אֲלֵ/הֶם֙ ʼêl H413 to(wards) Prep | Suff

הֽוֹצִיא֨וּ/הָ֙ yâtsâʼ H3318 to come out V-Hiphil-Impv-2mp | Suff

אֶל ʼêl H413 to(wards) Prep

מִ/בֵּ֣ית bayith H1004 place Prep | N-ms

הַ/שְּׂדֵר֔וֹת sᵉdêrâh H7713 rank Art | N-fp

וְ/הַ/בָּ֥א bôwʼ H935 Lebo Conj | Art | V-Qal

אַחֲרֶ֖י/הָ ʼachar H310 after Prep | Suff

יוּמַ֣ת mûwth H4191 to die V-Hophal-Imperf-3ms

בֶּ/חָ֑רֶב chereb H2719 sword Prep | N-fs

כִּ֚י kîy H3588 for Conj

אָמַ֣ר ʼâmar H559 to say V-Qal-Perf-3ms

הַ/כֹּהֵ֔ן kôhên H3548 priest Art | N-ms

לֹ֥א lôʼ H3808 not Part

תְמִית֖וּ/הָ mûwth H4191 to die V-Hiphil-Imperf-2mp | Suff

בֵּ֥ית bayith H1004 place N-ms

יְהוָֽה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 The Lord N-proper

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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 23:14

וַ/יּוֹצֵא֩ yâtsâʼ H3318 "to come out" Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms

In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to go out or come out, and it's used in many different ways, like leaving a place or starting a new journey, as seen in Genesis and Exodus.

Definition: : come/go_out/escape 1) to go out, come out, exit, go forth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come out or forth, depart 1a2) to go forth (to a place) 1a3) to go forward, proceed to (to or toward something) 1a4) to come or go forth (with purpose or for result) 1a5) to come out of 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to go or come out, bring out, lead out 1b2) to bring out of 1b3) to lead out 1b4) to deliver 1c) (Hophal) to be brought out or forth

Usage: Occurs in 991 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, appear, [idiom] assuredly, bear out, [idiom] begotten, break out, bring forth (out, up), carry out, come (abroad, out, thereat, without), [phrase] be condemned, depart(-ing, -ure), draw forth, in the end, escape, exact, fail, fall (out), fetch forth (out), get away (forth, hence, out), (able to, cause to, let) go abroad (forth, on, out), going out, grow, have forth (out), issue out, lay (lie) out, lead out, pluck out, proceed, pull out, put away, be risen, [idiom] scarce, send with commandment, shoot forth, spread, spring out, stand out, [idiom] still, [idiom] surely, take forth (out), at any time, [idiom] to (and fro), utter. See also: Genesis 1:12; Exodus 9:33; Leviticus 26:45.

יְהוֹיָדָ֨ע Yᵉhôwyâdâʻ H3077 "Jehoiada" N-proper

Jehoiada means Jehovah knows, and was the name of three Israelites, including a high priest who helped King David and hid Joash from Athaliah. He is mentioned in Jeremiah 29:26.

Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Jer.29.26 § Jehoiada = "Jehovah knows" 1) father of Benaiah, David's mighty warrior 2) leader of the priests who joined David at Hebron 3) high priest at the time of Athaliah's usurpation of the throne of Judah; hid Joash, the king's son, for six years and eventually replaced him on the throne of Judah 4) second priest, or sagan, to Seraiah the high priest

Usage: Occurs in 48 OT verses. KJV: Jehoiada. Compare H3111 (יוֹיָדָע). See also: 2 Samuel 8:18; 1 Chronicles 11:24; Jeremiah 29:26.

הַ/כֹּהֵ֜ן kôhên H3548 "priest" Art | N-ms

In the Bible, a priest is a person who serves God and leads others in worship, like the Levitical priests in Exodus. They were responsible for making sacrifices and following God's laws. This term is also used to describe Jesus as a priest-king.

Definition: 1) priest, principal officer or chief ruler 1a) priest-king (Melchizedek, Messiah) 1b) pagan priests 1c) priests of Jehovah 1d) Levitical priests 1e) Zadokite priests 1f) Aaronic priests 1g) the high priest Aramaic equivalent: ka.hen (כָּהֵן "priest" H3549)

Usage: Occurs in 653 OT verses. KJV: chief ruler, [idiom] own, priest, prince, principal officer. See also: Genesis 14:18; Leviticus 13:33; Numbers 17:2.

אֶת ʼêth H853 "Obj." DirObjM

In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.

Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)

Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.

שָׂרֵ֥י sar H8269 "ruler" N-mp

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.

הַ/מֵּא֣וֹת mêʼâh H3967 "hundred" Art | 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.

פְּקוּדֵ֣י pâqad H6485 "to reckon" V-Qal-Inf-c

This word means to visit or oversee, and can imply a range of actions, from friendly to hostile. It is used in various contexts, including appointing, avenging, or delivering something into someone's care. The KJV translates it in many ways, including appoint, avenge, or commit.

Definition: : list/count 1) to attend to, muster, number, reckon, visit, punish, appoint, look after, care for 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to pay attention to, observe 1a2) to attend to 1a3) to seek, look about for 1a4) to seek in vain, need, miss, lack 1a5) to visit 1a6) to visit upon, punish 1a7) to pass in review, muster, number 1a8) to appoint, assign, lay upon as a charge, deposit 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be sought, be needed, be missed, be lacking 1b2) to be visited 1b3) to be visited upon 1b4) to be appointed 1b5) to be watched over 1c) (Piel) to muster, call up 1d) (Pual) to be passed in review, be caused to miss, be called, be called to account 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to set over, make overseer, appoint an overseer 1e2) to commit, entrust, commit for care, deposit 1f) (Hophal) 1f1) to be visited 1f2) to be deposited 1f3) to be made overseer, be entrusted 1g) (Hithpael) numbered 1h) (Hothpael) numbered

Usage: Occurs in 269 OT verses. KJV: appoint, [idiom] at all, avenge, bestow, (appoint to have the, give a) charge, commit, count, deliver to keep, be empty, enjoin, go see, hurt, do judgment, lack, lay up, look, make, [idiom] by any means, miss, number, officer, (make) overseer, have (the) oversight, punish, reckon, (call to) remember(-brance), set (over), sum, [idiom] surely, visit, want. See also: Genesis 21:1; Numbers 26:47; Psalms 8:5.

הַ/חַ֗יִל chayil H2428 "Helech" Art | N-ms

This word represents strength, might, or power, whether physical, financial, or military. In the Bible, it's used to describe the strength of God or the wealth of a nation, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:17-18.

Definition: § Helech = "your army" a place near Arvad and Gammad

Usage: Occurs in 221 OT verses. KJV: able, activity, ([phrase]) army, band of men (soldiers), company, (great) forces, goods, host, might, power, riches, strength, strong, substance, train, ([phrase]) valiant(-ly), valour, virtuous(-ly), war, worthy(-ily). See also: Genesis 34:29; 2 Chronicles 13:3; Psalms 18:33.

וַ/יֹּ֤אמֶר ʼâmar H559 "to say" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms

This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.

Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)

Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.

אֲלֵ/הֶם֙ ʼêl H413 "to(wards)" Prep | Suff

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.

הֽוֹצִיא֨וּ/הָ֙ yâtsâʼ H3318 "to come out" V-Hiphil-Impv-2mp | Suff

In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to go out or come out, and it's used in many different ways, like leaving a place or starting a new journey, as seen in Genesis and Exodus.

אֶל ʼêl H413 "to(wards)" Prep

מִ/בֵּ֣ית bayith H1004 "place" Prep | 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/שְּׂדֵר֔וֹת sᵉdêrâh H7713 "rank" Art | N-fp

This word refers to a row or rank, like a line of soldiers or a series of rooms. It is used to describe organization and structure.

Definition: 1) row, rank (of soldiers) 1a) rows, ranks 1b) technical term of building 1b1) meaning unknown

Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: board, range. See also: 1 Kings 6:9; 2 Kings 11:15; 2 Chronicles 23:14.

וְ/הַ/בָּ֥א bôwʼ H935 "Lebo" Conj | Art | V-Qal

This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.

Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter

Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.

אַחֲרֶ֖י/הָ ʼachar H310 "after" Prep | Suff

Achar means backwards or after, used to describe something that happens later or in the rear. It is used in various senses in the Bible, including in 1 Kings 12:18.

Definition: 1) after the following part, behind (of place), hinder, afterwards (of time) 1a) as an adverb 1a1) behind (of place) 1a2) afterwards (of time) 1b) as a preposition 1b1) behind, after (of place) 1b2) after (of time) 1b3) besides 1c) as a conjunction 1c) after that 1d) as a substantive 1d1) hinder part 1e) with other prepositions 1e1) from behind 1e2) from following after

Usage: Occurs in 664 OT verses. KJV: after (that, -ward), again, at, away from, back (from, -side), behind, beside, by, follow (after, -ing), forasmuch, from, hereafter, hinder end, [phrase] out (over) live, [phrase] persecute, posterity, pursuing, remnant, seeing, since, thence(-forth), when, with. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 18:2; Joshua 8:14.

יוּמַ֣ת mûwth H4191 "to die" V-Hophal-Imperf-3ms

In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to die, either literally or as a punishment, and is used in books like Genesis and Exodus. It can also mean to perish or be killed. This concept is seen in the story of Adam and Eve, where death enters the world as a result of sin.

Definition: 1) to die, kill, have one executed 1a)(Qal) 1a1) to die 1a2) to die (as penalty), be put to death 1a3) to die, perish (of a nation) 1a4) to die prematurely (by neglect of wise moral conduct) 1b) (Polel) to kill, put to death, dispatch 1c) (Hiphil) to kill, put to death 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be killed, be put to death 1d1a) to die prematurely

Usage: Occurs in 695 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, [idiom] crying, (be) dead (body, man, one), (put to, worthy of) death, destroy(-er), (cause to, be like to, must) die, kill, necro(-mancer), [idiom] must needs, slay, [idiom] surely, [idiom] very suddenly, [idiom] in (no) wise. See also: Genesis 2:17; Exodus 21:18; Numbers 35:21.

בֶּ/חָ֑רֶב chereb H2719 "sword" Prep | N-fs

A sword or cutting instrument is what this Hebrew word refers to, including knives and tools for cutting stone. It is used in the Bible to describe weapons and sharp objects.

Definition: 1) sword, knife 1a) sword 1b) knife 1c) tools for cutting stone

Usage: Occurs in 372 OT verses. KJV: axe, dagger, knife, mattock, sword, tool. See also: Genesis 3:24; 2 Samuel 2:16; Psalms 7:13.

כִּ֚י 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.

אָמַ֣ר ʼâmar H559 "to say" V-Qal-Perf-3ms

הַ/כֹּהֵ֔ן kôhên H3548 "priest" Art | N-ms

Usage: Occurs in 653 OT verses. KJV: chief ruler, [idiom] own, priest, prince, principal officer. See also: Genesis 14:18; Leviticus 13:33; Numbers 17:2.

לֹ֥א lôʼ H3808 "not" Part

The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.

Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)

Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.

תְמִית֖וּ/הָ mûwth H4191 "to die" V-Hiphil-Imperf-2mp | Suff

בֵּ֥ית bayith H1004 "place" N-ms

Definition: nm place, origin, between

יְהוָֽה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 "The Lord" N-proper

Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.

Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)

Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.

Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 23:14

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Context — The Death of Athaliah

12When Athaliah heard the noise of the people running and cheering the king, she went out to them in the house of the LORD. 13And she looked and saw the king standing by his pillar at the entrance. The officers and trumpeters were beside the king, and all the people of the land were rejoicing and blowing trumpets, while the singers with musical instruments were leading the praises. Then Athaliah tore her clothes and screamed, “Treason, treason!”

14And Jehoiada the priest sent out the commanders of hundreds in charge of the army, saying, “Bring her out between the ranks, and put to the sword anyone who follows her.” For the priest had said, “She must not be put to death in the house of the LORD.”

15So they seized Athaliah as she reached the entrance of the Horse Gate on the palace grounds, and there they put her to death. 16Then Jehoiada made a covenant between himself and the king and the people that they would be the LORD’s people.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	Ezekiel 9:7	Then He told them, “Defile the temple and fill the courts with the slain. Go forth!” So they went out and began killing throughout the city.
2	2 Kings 11:8	You must surround the king with weapons in hand, and anyone who approaches the ranks must be put to death. You must stay close to the king wherever he goes.”
3	2 Kings 11:15	And Jehoiada the priest ordered the commanders of hundreds in charge of the army, “Bring her out between the ranks, and put to the sword anyone who follows her.” For the priest had said, “She must not be put to death in the house of the LORD.”
4	2 Kings 10:25	When he had finished making the burnt offering, Jehu said to the guards and officers, “Go in and kill them. Do not let anyone out.” So the guards and officers put them to the sword, threw the bodies out, and went into the inner room of the temple of Baal.
5	Exodus 21:14	But if a man schemes and acts willfully against his neighbor to kill him, you must take him away from My altar to be put to death.

2 Chronicles 23:14 Summary

This verse shows how Jehoiada the priest took action to remove the evil queen Athaliah from power, while also protecting the sacred space of the house of the LORD from being defiled by her death. He instructed the army commanders to bring her out and punish anyone who followed her, demonstrating his commitment to upholding God's justice and holiness, as seen in verses like Leviticus 20:3. This story teaches us about the importance of protecting what is sacred and promoting justice and righteousness in our own lives, just as God commands in Psalm 101:5. By following Jehoiada's example, we can learn to stand against evil and corruption, and to trust in God's power and wisdom to guide us.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Jehoiada the priest not want Athaliah to be put to death in the house of the LORD?

Jehoiada did not want Athaliah to be put to death in the house of the LORD because it was a sacred place, and he wanted to maintain its holiness, as seen in Leviticus 20:3 and Numbers 35:33-34, which emphasize the importance of not defiling the sanctuary with bloodshed.

What was the role of the commanders of hundreds in this situation?

The commanders of hundreds were in charge of the army and were instructed by Jehoiada to bring Athaliah out between the ranks and put to the sword anyone who followed her, demonstrating their authority and responsibility for maintaining order and carrying out the priest's instructions, similar to the role of leaders in Deuteronomy 20:9.

Why was it significant that Athaliah was put to death outside the house of the LORD?

Athaliah's death outside the house of the LORD signified that the sacred space was being protected from defilement, and it also symbolized the removal of evil and corruption from the community, as seen in Deuteronomy 17:12-13, where those who rebel against God's authority are to be punished.

How does this verse relate to the concept of justice in the Bible?

This verse illustrates the biblical concept of justice, where those who rebel against God's authority, like Athaliah, are held accountable for their actions, as seen in Psalm 101:5, which states that those who do evil will be silenced, and in Romans 13:1-4, which emphasizes the role of human authorities in upholding justice and punishing wrongdoing.

Reflection Questions

What are some ways in which I can protect the 'sacred spaces' in my own life, such as my home or church, from being defiled by sin or corruption?
How can I, like Jehoiada, take a stand against evil and corruption in my community, and what role can I play in promoting justice and righteousness?
What are some areas in my life where I need to remove 'Athaliah-like' influences, which are opposing God's will and leading me away from His path?
How can I, like the commanders of hundreds, be obedient to God's instructions and carry out His will in my life, even when it's challenging or difficult?

Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 23:14

[See comments on 2 Chronicles 23:1].

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 23:14

Then Jehoiada the priest brought out the captains of hundreds that were set over the host, and said unto them, Have her forth of the ranges: and whoso followeth her, let him be slain with the sword.

Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 23:14

2 Chronicles 23:14 Then Jehoiada the priest brought out the captains of hundreds that were set over the host, and said unto them, Have her forth of the ranges: and whoso followeth her, let him be slain with the sword. For the priest said, Slay her not in the house of the LORD.Ver. 14. Have her forth.] See 2 Kings 11:15. Their fingers even itched to be slaying her in the very temple; so hateful had she made herself. And whoso followeth her.] As none did in this condition. And the like befell her mother Jezebel, Nero, and other tyrants.

Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 23:14

(14) Then.—And. This verse is the same as 2 Kings 11:15, with a few formal variations. Brought out.—Kings, “commanded.” The Heb. words are so nearly alike that one may easily be a corruption of the other. The Syriac and Arabic agree with Kings. The LXX. gives both readings. Have her forth of the ranges.—Make her go out between the ranks of guards.Let him be slain.—An explanation of the form used in Kings (the infinitive). Slay her not.—Ye must not slay her. Kings, “Let her not be slain.” So the Syriac here.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 23:14

Verse 14. And whoso followeth her, let him be slain with the sword.] He who takes her part, or endeavours to prevent the present revolution, let him be immediately slain.

Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 23:14

14. brought out] Read (as 2 Kin.) commanded. of the ranges] R.V. between the ranks; she was to be taken out between two lines of guards.