2 Chronicles 28:22
2 Chronicles 28:22 in Multiple Translations
In the time of his distress, King Ahaz became even more unfaithful to the LORD.
¶ And in the time of his distress did he trespass yet more against the LORD: this is that king Ahaz.
And in the time of his distress did he trespass yet more against Jehovah, this same king Ahaz.
And in the time of his trouble, this same King Ahaz did even more evil against the Lord.
Even at this time when he was having so much trouble, King Ahaz sinned more and more against the Lord.
And in ye time of his tribulation did he yet trespasse more against ye Lord, (this is King Ahaz)
And in the time of his distress — he addeth to trespass against Jehovah, (this king Ahaz),
In the time of his distress, he trespassed yet more against the LORD, this same King Ahaz.
And in the time of his distress he trespassed yet more against the LORD: this is that king Ahaz.
Moreover also in the time of his distress he increased contempt against the Lord: king Achaz himself by himself,
While King Ahaz was experiencing those troubles, he disobeyed Yahweh even more.
Berean Amplified Bible — 2 Chronicles 28:22
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2 Chronicles 28:22 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וּ/בְ/עֵת֙
הָצֵ֣ר
ל֔/וֹ
וַ/יּ֖וֹסֶף
לִ/מְע֣וֹל
בַּ/יהוָ֑ה
ה֖וּא
הַ/מֶּ֥לֶךְ
אָחָֽז
וּ/בְ/עֵת֙
ʻêth
H6256
time
Conj | Prep | N-cs
הָצֵ֣ר
tsârar
H6887
to confine
V-Hiphil-Inf-a
ל֔/וֹ
Prep | Suff
וַ/יּ֖וֹסֶף
yâçaph
H3254
to add
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
לִ/מְע֣וֹל
mâʻal
H4603
be unfaithful
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
בַּ/יהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
Prep | N-proper
ה֖וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Pron
הַ/מֶּ֥לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
Art | N-ms
אָחָֽז
ʼÂchâz
H271
Ahaz
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 28:22
וּ/בְ/עֵת֙
ʻêth
H6256
"time"
Conj | 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.
הָצֵ֣ר
tsârar
H6887
"to confine"
V-Hiphil-Inf-a
To rival means to oppose or afflict someone. In the Bible, this word is used to describe the struggles of the Israelites, such as when they were oppressed by their enemies or faced internal conflicts and afflictions.
Definition: to confine, besiege Another spelling of tsur (צוּר "to confine" H6696A)
Usage: Occurs in 52 OT verses. KJV: adversary, (be in) afflict(-ion), beseige, bind (up), (be in, bring) distress, enemy, narrower, oppress, pangs, shut up, be in a strait (trouble), vex. See also: Exodus 12:34; Psalms 8:3; Psalms 6:8.
ל֔/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
וַ/יּ֖וֹסֶף
yâçaph
H3254
"to add"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
To add means to increase or do something again, like adding more of something or continuing an action. This word is used in the Bible to describe growth or repetition.
Definition: : add/more[amount] 1) to add, increase, do again 1a) (Qal) to add, increase, do again 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to join, join oneself to 1b2) to be joined, be added to 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to add, increase 1c2) to do more, do again
Usage: Occurs in 205 OT verses. KJV: add, [idiom] again, [idiom] any more, [idiom] cease, [idiom] come more, [phrase] conceive again, continue, exceed, [idiom] further, [idiom] gather together, get more, give more-over, [idiom] henceforth, increase (more and more), join, [idiom] longer (bring, do, make, much, put), [idiom] (the, much, yet) more (and more), proceed (further), prolong, put, be (strong-) er, [idiom] yet, yield. See also: Genesis 4:2; 2 Samuel 19:14; Psalms 10:18.
לִ/מְע֣וֹל
mâʻal
H4603
"be unfaithful"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
This Hebrew word means to be unfaithful or act treacherously, covering up or acting secretly against someone. It's used to describe actions against people or God, such as committing a trespass or transgressing. The Bible translates it as 'transgress' or 'trespass'.
Definition: 1) to act unfaithfully, act treacherously, transgress, commit a trespass 1a) (Qal) to act unfaithfully or treacherously 1a1) against man 1a2) against God 1a3) against devoted thing 1a4) against husband
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: transgress, (commit, do a) trespass(-ing). See also: Leviticus 5:15; 2 Chronicles 28:19; Proverbs 16:10.
בַּ/יהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
Prep | 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.
ה֖וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
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.
הַ/מֶּ֥לֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
Art | N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
אָחָֽז
ʼÂchâz
H271
"Ahaz"
N-proper
Ahaz was a king of Judah, son of Jotham and father of Hezekiah, as mentioned in 2 Kings and 2 Chronicles. His name means 'he has grasped', possibly indicating his efforts to hold onto power or his faith in God. Ahaz's reign was marked by significant events in Judah's history.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.8.35; son of: Micah (H4318H); brother of: Pithon (H6377), Melech (H4429) and Tarea (H8390); father of: Jehoaddah (H3085) § Ahaz = "he has grasped" 1) king of Judah, son Jotham, father of Hezekiah 2) a Benjamite, son of Micah, and great grandson of Jonathan
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: Ahaz. See also: 2 Kings 15:38; 1 Chronicles 8:36; Isaiah 1:1.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 28:22
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- Context
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- 2 Chronicles 28:22 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 28:22
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 28:22
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 28:22
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 28:22
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 28:22
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 28:22
- Sermons on 2 Chronicles 28:22
Context — The Idolatry of Ahaz
20Then Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria came to Ahaz but afflicted him rather than strengthening him.
21Although Ahaz had taken a portion from the house of the LORD, from the royal palace, and from the princes and had presented it to the king of Assyria, it did not help him.
22In the time of his distress, King Ahaz became even more unfaithful to the LORD.
23He sacrificed to the gods of Damascus, who had defeated him, and he said, “Because the gods of the kings of Aram have helped them, I will sacrifice to them that they may help me.” But these gods were the downfall of Ahaz and of all Israel. 24Then Ahaz gathered up the articles of the house of God, cut them into pieces, shut the doors of the house of the LORD, and set up altars of his own on every street corner in Jerusalem.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 1:5 | Why do you want more beatings? Why do you keep rebelling? Your head has a massive wound, and your whole heart is afflicted. |
| 2 | Ezekiel 21:13 | Surely testing will come! And what if even the scepter, which the sword despises, does not continue?’ declares the Lord GOD. |
| 3 | Jeremiah 5:3 | O LORD, do not Your eyes look for truth? You struck them, but they felt no pain. You finished them off, but they refused to accept discipline. They have made their faces harder than stone and refused to repent. |
| 4 | Psalms 50:15 | Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor Me.” |
| 5 | Esther 7:6 | Esther replied, “The adversary and enemy is this wicked man—Haman!” And Haman stood in terror before the king and queen. |
| 6 | Psalms 52:7 | “Look at the man who did not make God his refuge, but trusted in the abundance of his wealth and strengthened himself by destruction.” |
| 7 | Hosea 5:15 | Then I will return to My place until they admit their guilt and seek My face; in their affliction they will earnestly seek Me.” |
| 8 | 2 Chronicles 33:12 | And in his distress, Manasseh sought the favor of the LORD his God and earnestly humbled himself before the God of his fathers. |
| 9 | Revelation 16:9–11 | And the people were scorched by intense heat, and they cursed the name of God, who had authority over these plagues; yet they did not repent and give Him glory. And the fifth angel poured out his bowl on the throne of the beast, and its kingdom was plunged into darkness, and men began to gnaw their tongues in anguish and curse the God of heaven for their pains and sores; yet they did not repent of their deeds. |
2 Chronicles 28:22 Summary
This verse tells us that when King Ahaz was having a tough time, he made things worse by turning away from God. Instead of seeking the Lord's help, he looked for other solutions, which ultimately led to more problems. This teaches us that in our own times of trouble, we should draw closer to God, not push Him away (as seen in Psalm 34:17-20). By seeking God and trusting in Him, we can find the help and guidance we need, even in the midst of difficult circumstances (as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for King Ahaz to become 'even more unfaithful' to the Lord?
This means that despite his troubles, King Ahaz continued to turn away from God, rather than seeking His help and guidance, as seen in Deuteronomy 4:29-31 where it is written that in times of distress, we should seek the Lord.
How could King Ahaz's actions be considered unfaithful when he was already in a difficult situation?
King Ahaz's unfaithfulness is evident in his failure to trust in the Lord, instead trying to find help in other sources, such as the king of Assyria, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 28:20-21, which is similar to the warnings in Psalm 106:35-36 against idolatry.
What can we learn from King Ahaz's mistakes in this verse?
We can learn that in times of trouble, we should draw closer to God, rather than pushing Him away, as encouraged in Jeremiah 29:12-13, where it is written that we will find Him when we seek Him with all our heart.
How does this verse relate to the concept of perseverance in our faith?
This verse highlights the importance of persevering in our faith, even in difficult times, as taught in James 1:2-4, where we are told to consider trials as opportunities for growth and to ask for wisdom from God.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I, like King Ahaz, may be turning away from God in times of trouble?
- How can I cultivate a deeper trust in the Lord, especially when faced with difficulties?
- What are some idols or false sources of comfort that I may be tempted to turn to in times of stress or hardship?
- In what ways can I seek the Lord and His guidance, as encouraged in Scripture, when I am feeling overwhelmed or distressed?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 28:22
And in the time of his distress did he trespass yet more against the Lord,.... By increasing his idolatries, as appears by what he did, in imitation of what he saw at Damascus, where he had an
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 28:22
And in the time of his distress did he trespass yet more against the LORD: this is that king Ahaz. In the time of his distress did he trespass yet more.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 28:22
That monster and reproach of mankind, that unteachable and incorrigible prince, whom even grievous afflictions made worse, which commonly make men better. This is he whose name deserves to be remembered and detested for ever. Or, king Ahaz was the same, no changeling, not a whit better by all the methods which God used with him.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 28:22
2 Chronicles 28:22 And in the time of his distress did he trespass yet more against the LORD: this [is that] king Ahaz.Ver. 22. And yet in the time of his distress.] So stubborn was he and stiff necked, he would sooner break than bend. Such refractories also were Pharaoh, Saul, the Scribes and Pharisees, the railing thief that suffered with our Saviour: "reprobate silver" the Scripture calleth them; they add rebellion to their sin, and to their sinews of iron, brows of brass. This is that king Ahaz.] That stigmatical Belialist. There are three men in Scripture that have a special brand or mark of ignominy set upon them: Cain, Dathan, and Ahaz here; the reason whereof was, chiefly, the sin of stubbornness.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 28:22
AHAZ ADOPTS THE SYRIAN , AND CLOSES THE TEMPLE (2 Chronicles 28:22-25; comp. 2 Kings 16:10-18). (22) In the time of his distress.—At the time when he (Tiglath) oppressed him, i.e., at the time when Ahaz went to Damascus to do homage to the Assyrian monarch (2 Kings 16:10), probably in reluctant obedience to a peremptory mandate. Did he trespass . . . Ahaz.—He dealt yet more unfaithfully towards Jehovah, he, king Ahaz. The subject is emphatically repeated: “he, king Ahaz,” who had already been sorely chastised, sinned yet more. Or “he, king Ahaz,” the notorious apostate.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 28:22
22–25 (cp. 2 Kings 16:10-18). Apostasy of Ahaz 22. did he trespass … against the LORD: this is that king Ahaz] R.V. did he trespass … against the LORD, this same king Ahaz. For the phrase “this same” cp. 2 Chronicles 32:30; 2 Chronicles 33:23 (R.V.).
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 28:22
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(The Word for Today) Isaiah 7:10 - Part 2 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the story of Ahaz in the book of Isaiah. Ahaz was a wicked king who refused to seek a sign from God, showing his lack of interest in Go |
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The Defeated Christian Life by David Guzik | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of neglecting prayer and making excuses for a defeated Christian life. He uses the example of a child who doesn't have time for a qu |
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Needed a Broken Body by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer and the role it plays in the lives of prophets. He shares a personal experience from 1940 when he was in Bath, Engla |
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(The Church in the Last Days) 11 - the Harlot Church by Milton Green | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the corrupt leaders and rulers who prioritize their own interests over the needs of the people. He emphasizes that they love bribes and rewar |
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Keys to Understanding Isaiah a Look at the Book by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the book of Isaiah and its themes of God's judgments and blessings. The speaker highlights how God's judgments are poured out on the people o |
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Spiritual Sickness and Health by J.C. Philpot | J.C. Philpot preaches on the importance of soul-prosperity, drawing from 3 John 2 where John wishes Gaius to prosper and be in health as his soul prospers. Philpot explains the dif |
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Ye the Branches by Andrew Murray | The preacher delves into the meaning of 'asthenes,' which signifies a state of helplessness, both physically and spiritually. This term describes the incapacity to produce results |