2 Chronicles 32:2
2 Chronicles 32:2 in Multiple Translations
When Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib had come to make war against Jerusalem,
And when Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib was come, and that he was purposed to fight against Jerusalem,
And when Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib was come, and that he was purposed to fight against Jerusalem,
And when Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib had come for the purpose of fighting against Jerusalem,
When Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib had come to attack Jerusalem,
When Hezekiah sawe that Saneherib was come, and that his purpose was to fight against Ierusalem,
And Hezekiah seeth that Sennacherib hath come, and his face [is] to the battle against Jerusalem,
When Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib had come, and that he was planning to fight against Jerusalem,
And when Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib had come, and that he purposed to fight against Jerusalem,
And when Ezechias saw that Sennacherib was come, and that the whole force of the war was turning against Jerusalem,
When Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib had come with his army and that they intended to attack Jerusalem,
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2 Chronicles 32:2 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יַּרְא֙
יְחִזְקִיָּ֔הוּ
כִּי
בָ֖א
סַנְחֵרִ֑יב
וּ/פָנָ֕י/ו
לַ/מִּלְחָמָ֖ה
עַל
יְרוּשָׁלִָֽם
וַ/יַּרְא֙
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
יְחִזְקִיָּ֔הוּ
Chizqîyâh
H2396
Hezekiah
N-proper
כִּי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
בָ֖א
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
סַנְחֵרִ֑יב
Çanchêrîyb
H5576
Sennacherib
N-proper
וּ/פָנָ֕י/ו
pânîym
H6440
face
Conj | N-cp | Suff
לַ/מִּלְחָמָ֖ה
milchâmâh
H4421
battle
Prep | N-fs
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
יְרוּשָׁלִָֽם
Yᵉrûwshâlaim
H3389
Jerusalem
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 32:2
וַ/יַּרְא֙
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
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.
יְחִזְקִיָּ֔הוּ
Chizqîyâh
H2396
"Hezekiah"
N-proper
Hezekiah was a king of Judah who served Jehovah and removed idolatrous practices. He was the son of Ahaz and Abijah, and a great-great-grandfather of Zephaniah the prophet. His name means Jehovah is my strength.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at Zep.1.1; father of: Amariah (H0568O) § Hezekiah or Hizkiah or Hizkijah = "Jehovah is my strength" 1) 12th king of Judah, son of Ahaz and Abijah; a good king in that he served Jehovah and did away with idolatrous practices 2) great-great-grandfather of Zephaniah the prophet 3) son of Neariah, a descendant of David 4) head of a family of returning exiles in the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 119 OT verses. KJV: Hezekiah, Hizkiah, Hizkijah. Compare H3169 (יְחִזְקִיָּה). See also: 2 Kings 16:20; 2 Chronicles 31:20; Proverbs 25:1.
כִּי
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.
בָ֖א
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
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.
סַנְחֵרִ֑יב
Çanchêrîyb
H5576
"Sennacherib"
N-proper
Sennacherib was an Assyrian king who lived during the Divided Monarchy period. He was the son of Sargon and father of Esarhaddon, and attacked Judah during King Hezekiah's reign. His name means Sin multiplied brothers.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.18.13; father of: Adrammelech (H0152H), Sharezer (H8272) and Esarhaddon (H0634); also called Sargon at Isa.20.1; Also named: sar.gon (סַרְגוֹן "Sargon" H5623) § Sennacherib = "Sin multiplied brothers" (Sin = the moon) son of Sargon, father of Esarhaddon, and king of Assyria from 705-681 BC; attacked Judah during the reign of king Hezekiah and Judah was delivered when in response to the prayer of Hezekiah an angel smote 185,000 Assyrian soldiers
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: Sennacherib. See also: 2 Kings 18:13; 2 Chronicles 32:9; Isaiah 36:1.
וּ/פָנָ֕י/ו
pânîym
H6440
"face"
Conj | N-cp | Suff
This word means face or presence, like being in front of someone or something. It's used in many contexts, like in Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to describe interactions and relationships.
Definition: : face 1) face 1a) face, faces 1b) presence, person 1c) face (of seraphim or cherubim) 1d) face (of animals) 1e) face, surface (of ground) 1f) as adv of loc/temp 1f1) before and behind, toward, in front of, forward, formerly, from beforetime, before 1g) with prep 1g1) in front of, before, to the front of, in the presence of, in the face of, at the face or front of, from the presence of, from before, from before the face of
Usage: Occurs in 1891 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 43:31; Exodus 30:16.
לַ/מִּלְחָמָ֖ה
milchâmâh
H4421
"battle"
Prep | N-fs
This word means battle or war, describing a fight or conflict. It is used in the Bible to talk about wars and battles, like the ones in the book of Joshua. The KJV translates it as battle or fight.
Definition: battle, war
Usage: Occurs in 308 OT verses. KJV: battle, fight(-ing), war(-rior). See also: Genesis 14:2; 1 Samuel 30:24; 2 Chronicles 13:14.
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.
יְרוּשָׁלִָֽם
Yᵉrûwshâlaim
H3389
"Jerusalem"
N-proper
Jerusalem is the capital city of Palestine, also known as the city of peace. It was the chief city of the united kingdom and the nation of Judah after the split.
Definition: § Jerusalem = "teaching of peace" the chief city of Palestine and capital of the united kingdom and the nation of Judah after the split
Usage: Occurs in 600 OT verses. KJV: Jerusalem. See also: Joshua 10:1; 2 Kings 22:14; 2 Chronicles 24:6.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 32:2
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- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 32:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 32:2
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:2
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:2
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:2
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 32:2
- Sermons on 2 Chronicles 32:2
Context — Sennacherib Invades Judah
1After all these acts of faithfulness, Sennacherib king of Assyria came and invaded Judah. He laid siege to the fortified cities, intending to conquer them for himself.
2When Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib had come to make war against Jerusalem,
3he consulted with his leaders and mighty men about stopping up the waters of the springs outside the city, and they helped him carry it out. 4Many people assembled and stopped up all the springs and the stream that flowed through the land. “Why should the kings of Assyria come and find plenty of water?” they said.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Luke 9:53 | But the people there refused to welcome Him, because He was heading for Jerusalem. |
| 2 | Luke 9:51 | As the day of His ascension approached, Jesus resolutely set out for Jerusalem. |
| 3 | 2 Kings 12:17 | At that time Hazael king of Aram marched up and fought against Gath and captured it. Then he decided to attack Jerusalem. |
2 Chronicles 32:2 Summary
This verse tells us that Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib, the king of Assyria, was coming to attack Jerusalem. Hezekiah was faced with a big problem, but he didn't give up - he started thinking about how to defend his city, as we see in the next verses. This shows us that even when we face challenges, we can take action and trust in God's help, just like Hezekiah did (2 Chronicles 32:3, Psalm 46:1-3). We can learn from Hezekiah's example to be proactive and trust in God's sovereignty, even in difficult times (Proverbs 3:5-6).
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Hezekiah's situation when he saw Sennacherib coming to make war against Jerusalem?
Hezekiah had just experienced many acts of faithfulness, but now he was faced with the threat of war from the king of Assyria, as seen in 2 Chronicles 32:1, which says that Sennacherib king of Assyria came and invaded Judah.
Who was Sennacherib and why was he a threat to Jerusalem?
Sennacherib was the king of Assyria, a powerful nation that had been expanding its empire, and he was a threat to Jerusalem because he intended to conquer the fortified cities of Judah for himself, as stated in 2 Chronicles 32:1.
How did Hezekiah respond to the threat of Sennacherib's invasion?
Hezekiah responded by consulting with his leaders and commanders about how to defend the city, as seen in 2 Chronicles 32:3, which shows that he took proactive steps to prepare for the invasion.
What can we learn from Hezekiah's response to the threat of war?
We can learn the importance of seeking guidance and taking action in the face of challenges, as Hezekiah did, and also trusting in God's sovereignty, as seen in Psalm 37:3-7, which encourages us to trust in the Lord and do good.
Reflection Questions
- How do I respond when I face threats or challenges in my own life, and what can I learn from Hezekiah's example?
- What are some ways that I can prepare myself for spiritual battles, just as Hezekiah prepared Jerusalem for war?
- How can I balance my own efforts to defend myself with trust in God's sovereignty and provision, as seen in 2 Chronicles 32:2 and Psalm 23:4?
- What are some things that I can do to 'stop up the waters' of temptation and spiritual attack in my own life, just as the people of Jerusalem stopped up the springs and stream in 2 Chronicles 32:4?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 32:2
And when Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib was come,.... Into the land of Judah, which he perceived and understood by reports brought to him: and that he was purposed to fight against Jerusalem; to
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 32:2
And when Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib was come, and that he was purposed to fight against Jerusalem, When Hesekiah saw that Sennacherib ... was purposed to fight against Jerusalem.
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:2
2 Chronicles 32:2 And when Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib was come, and that he was purposed to fight against Jerusalem,Ver. 2. That Sennacherib was come.] See on 2 Kings 18:13.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:2
(1-23) Invasion and Divine overthrow of Sennacherib. The Assyrian monarch’s own record of the campaign may be read on his great hexagonal prism of terra-cotta, preserved in the British Museum, containing an inscription in 487 lines of cuneiform writing, which is lithographed in the Cuneiform Inscriptions of Western Asia, III. 38, 39, and printed in G. Smith’s History of Sennacherib.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:2
Verse 2. When Hezekiah saw] This was in the fourteenth year of the reign of Hezekiah; and at first the Jewish king bought him off at the great price of three hundred talents of silver, and thirty talents of gold; and even emptied his own treasures, and spoiled the house of the Lord, to gratify the oppressive avarice of the Assyrian king. See the whole account, 2Kg 18:13, &c.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 32:2
Ch. 2 Chronicles 32:1-8 (cp. 2 Kings 18:13-16). Sennacherib’s threatened Invasion. Hezekiah’s Precautions The Chronicler introduces us somewhat abruptly to the Assyrian crisis. From 2 Kin. we learn first that Hezekiah renounced the suzerainty of Assyria (2 Chronicles 18:7), which his father Ahaz had acknowledged (ibid. 2 Chronicles 16:7). Thereupon Sennacherib invaded Judah, and Hezekiah was obliged to acknowledge with a heavy payment of tribute his dependence on the Assyrian king (ibid. 2 Chronicles 18:13-16), Sennacherib having discovered the weakness of Judah, next demanded an unconditional surrender, intending to transport the Jews to another country (ibid. 31, 32). This demand Hezekiah resisted, being strengthened thereto by Isaiah.
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 32:2
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After God's Heart by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not despising or turning away from the preaching of the word of God. He warns that those who do so are the biggest fools i |
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Calling Down Fire by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the story of Elijah and the prophets of Baal from the Bible. He emphasizes the importance of having a life built on a sure foundation, represe |
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Freedom From the Spirit of Anger by S.M. Davis | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the influence of personal and impersonal spirits on our lives. He emphasizes the importance of discerning these spirits and ensuring that the |
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God's Four Warnings by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher highlights four significant moments in the Bible where God looked and warned humanity. The first moment is when God created the lights in the heavens t |
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