2 Chronicles 32:23
2 Chronicles 32:23 in Multiple Translations
Many brought offerings to Jerusalem for the LORD and valuable gifts for Hezekiah king of Judah, and from then on he was exalted in the eyes of all nations.
And many brought gifts unto the LORD to Jerusalem, and presents to Hezekiah king of Judah: so that he was magnified in the sight of all nations from thenceforth.
And many brought gifts unto Jehovah to Jerusalem, and precious things to Hezekiah king of Judah; so that he was exalted in the sight of all nations from thenceforth.
And great numbers came to Jerusalem with offerings for the Lord, and things of great price for Hezekiah, king of Judah: so that he was honoured among all nations from that time.
From then on he was very well respected by all the nations, and many brought offerings to Jerusalem for the Lord and valuable gifts for Hezekiah, king of Judah.
And many brought offrings vnto the Lord to Ierusalem, and presents to Hezekiah King of Iudah, so that he was magnified in the sight of all nations from thencefoorth.
and many are bringing in an offering to Jehovah, to Jerusalem, and precious things to Hezekiah king of Judah, and he is lifted up before the eyes of all the nations after this.
Many brought gifts to the LORD to Jerusalem, and precious things to Hezekiah king of Judah, so that he was exalted in the sight of all nations from then on.
And many brought gifts to the LORD to Jerusalem, and presents to Hezekiah king of Judah: so that from thenceforth he was magnified in the sight of all nations.
Many also brought victims, and sacrifices to the Lord to Jerusalem, and presents to Ezechias king of Juda: and he was magnified thenceforth in the sight of all nations.
Many people brought offerings for Yahweh to Jerusalem, and also brought valuable gifts for King Hezekiah. And from that time, Hezekiah was highly respected/honored by the people of all the other nations.
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- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 32:23
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 32:23
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:23
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:23
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:23
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:23
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 32:23
- Sermons on 2 Chronicles 32:23
Context — Jerusalem Delivered from the Assyrians
23Many brought offerings to Jerusalem for the LORD and valuable gifts for Hezekiah king of Judah, and from then on he was exalted in the eyes of all nations.
24In those days Hezekiah became mortally ill. So he prayed to the LORD, who spoke to him and gave him a sign. 25But because his heart was proud, Hezekiah did not repay the favor shown to him. Therefore wrath came upon him and upon Judah and Jerusalem.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 | Matthew 2:11 | On coming to the house, they saw the Child with His mother Mary, and they fell down and worshiped Him. Then they opened their treasures and presented Him with gifts of gold and frankincense and myrrh. |
| 3 | 2 Chronicles 1:1 | Now Solomon son of David established himself securely over his kingdom, and the LORD his God was with him and highly exalted him. |
| 4 | 2 Chronicles 9:24 | Year after year, each visitor would bring his tribute: articles of silver and gold, clothing, weapons, spices, horses, and mules. |
| 5 | Ezra 7:15–22 | Moreover, you are to take with you the silver and gold that the king and his counselors have freely offered to the God of Israel, whose dwelling is in Jerusalem, together with all the silver and gold you may find in all the province of Babylon, as well as the freewill offerings of the people and priests to the house of their God in Jerusalem. With this money, therefore, you are to buy as many bulls, rams, and lambs as needed, together with their grain offerings and drink offerings, and offer them on the altar at the house of your God in Jerusalem. You and your brothers may do whatever seems best with the rest of the silver and gold, according to the will of your God. You must deliver to the God of Jerusalem all the articles given to you for the service of the house of your God. And if anything else is needed for the house of your God that you may have occasion to supply, you may pay for it from the royal treasury. I, King Artaxerxes, decree to all the treasurers west of the Euphrates: Whatever Ezra the priest, the scribe of the Law of the God of heaven, may require of you, it must be provided promptly, up to a hundred talents of silver, a hundred cors of wheat, a hundred baths of wine, a hundred baths of olive oil, and salt without limit. |
| 6 | 1 Kings 4:21 | And Solomon reigned over all the kingdoms from the Euphrates to the land of the Philistines, as far as the border of Egypt. These kingdoms offered tribute and served Solomon all the days of his life. |
| 7 | 1 Kings 10:10 | Then she gave the king 120 talents of gold, a great quantity of spices, and precious stones. Never again was such an abundance of spices brought in as those the queen of Sheba gave to King Solomon. |
| 8 | 2 Chronicles 9:9–10 | Then she gave the king 120 talents of gold, a great quantity of spices, and precious stones. There had never been such spices as those the queen of Sheba gave to King Solomon. (The servants of Hiram and of Solomon who brought gold from Ophir also brought algum wood and precious stones. |
| 9 | Ezra 7:27 | Blessed be the LORD, the God of our fathers, who has put into the heart of the king to so honor the house of the LORD in Jerusalem, |
| 10 | 2 Chronicles 17:11 | Some Philistines also brought gifts and silver as tribute to Jehoshaphat, and the Arabs brought him 7,700 rams and 7,700 goats from their flocks. |
2 Chronicles 32:23 Summary
This verse, 2 Chronicles 32:23, shows how the Lord blessed Hezekiah and the people of Jerusalem after He delivered them from the Assyrian army, and as a result, many people brought offerings and gifts to Jerusalem to honor the Lord and Hezekiah. This is similar to what happens when we trust in the Lord and He works in our lives, as seen in Psalm 37:5-6, where it says that when we commit our way to the Lord and trust in Him, He will act on our behalf. The Lord wants us to recognize His power and provision in our lives, and to give Him the glory, as stated in 1 Chronicles 16:28-29. By trusting in the Lord and giving Him the glory, we can experience the same kind of recognition and respect that Hezekiah did, and we can live a life that honors Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the offerings and gifts brought to Jerusalem in 2 Chronicles 32:23?
The offerings and gifts brought to Jerusalem signify the recognition of God's power and Hezekiah's faithfulness, as seen in the Lord's deliverance of Jerusalem from the Assyrian king Sennacherib, as described in 2 Chronicles 32:21-22, and is a testament to the Lord's promise to exalt those who humble themselves, as stated in 1 Peter 5:6.
How did Hezekiah's exaltation in the eyes of all nations come about?
Hezekiah's exaltation was a direct result of the Lord's intervention on his behalf, as seen in 2 Chronicles 32:21-22, where the Lord sent an angel to defeat the Assyrian army, and the subsequent recognition of God's power by the surrounding nations, as stated in 2 Chronicles 32:23.
What can we learn from Hezekiah's experience in 2 Chronicles 32:23?
We can learn that when we trust in the Lord and He intervenes on our behalf, it can lead to increased recognition and respect from others, as seen in the case of Hezekiah, and that we should always remember to give God the glory, as stated in 1 Chronicles 16:28-29.
How does 2 Chronicles 32:23 relate to the rest of the chapter?
2 Chronicles 32:23 serves as a culmination of the events described in the preceding verses, where the Lord delivers Hezekiah and Jerusalem from the Assyrian threat, and sets the stage for the subsequent events in Hezekiah's life, including his illness and pride, as described in 2 Chronicles 32:24-25.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can demonstrate my trust in the Lord, like Hezekiah did, and how can I expect the Lord to work in my life as a result?
- In what ways can I show appreciation for the Lord's intervention in my life, and how can I avoid the pitfall of pride, like Hezekiah did in 2 Chronicles 32:25?
- How can I balance the desire for recognition and respect from others with the need to give God the glory, as stated in 1 Chronicles 16:28-29?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in the Lord's power and provision, and how can I take steps to demonstrate that trust?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 32:23
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 32:23
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:23
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:23
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:23
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:23
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 32:23
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 32:23
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