2 Chronicles 32:27
2 Chronicles 32:27 in Multiple Translations
Hezekiah had very great riches and honor, and he made treasuries for his silver, gold, precious stones, spices, shields, and all kinds of valuable articles.
¶ And Hezekiah had exceeding much riches and honour: and he made himself treasuries for silver, and for gold, and for precious stones, and for spices, and for shields, and for all manner of pleasant jewels;
And Hezekiah had exceeding much riches and honor: and he provided him treasuries for silver, and for gold, and for precious stones, and for spices, and for shields, and for all manner of goodly vessels;
And Hezekiah had very great wealth and honour; and he made himself store-houses for his gold and silver and jewels and spices, and for body-covers and all sorts of beautiful vessels.
Hezekiah was very rich and highly honored, and he built treasury storerooms to hold silver, gold, precious stones, spices, shields, and all kinds of valuable things.
Hezekiah also had exceeding much riches and honour, and he gate him treasures of siluer, and of golde, and of precious stones, and of sweete odours, and of shieldes, and of all pleasant vessels:
And Hezekiah hath riches and honour very much, and treasures he hath made to himself of silver, and of gold, and of precious stone, and of spices, and of shields, and of all [kinds] of desirable vessels,
Hezekiah had exceedingly great riches and honor. He provided himself with treasuries for silver, for gold, for precious stones, for spices, for shields, and for all kinds of valuable vessels;
And Hezekiah had very great riches and honor: and he made himself treasuries for silver, and for gold, and for precious stones, and for spices, and for shields, and for all manner of pleasant jewels:
And Ezechias was rich, and very glorious, and he gathered himself great treasures of silver and of gold, and of precious stones, of spices, and of arms, of all kinds, and of vessels of great price.
Hezekiah became very rich and was greatly honored. His workers made storerooms for his silver and gold, and for his very valuable stones, and for spices and shields and other valuable things.
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2 Chronicles 32:27 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְהִ֧י
לִֽ/יחִזְקִיָּ֛הוּ
עֹ֥שֶׁר
וְ/כָב֖וֹד
הַרְבֵּ֣ה
מְאֹ֑ד
וְ/אֹֽצָר֣וֹת
עָֽשָׂה
ל֠/וֹ
לְ/כֶ֨סֶף
וּ/לְ/זָהָ֜ב
וּ/לְ/אֶ֣בֶן
יְקָרָ֗ה
וְ/לִ/בְשָׂמִים֙
וּ/לְ/מָ֣גִנִּ֔ים
וּ/לְ/כֹ֖ל
כְּלֵ֥י
חֶמְדָּֽה
וַ/יְהִ֧י
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
לִֽ/יחִזְקִיָּ֛הוּ
Chizqîyâh
H2396
Hezekiah
Prep | N-proper
עֹ֥שֶׁר
ʻôsher
H6239
riches
N-ms
וְ/כָב֖וֹד
kâbôwd
H3519
glory
Conj | N-cs
הַרְבֵּ֣ה
râbâh
H7235
to multiply
V-Hiphil-Ptc
מְאֹ֑ד
mᵉʼôd
H3966
much
Adv
וְ/אֹֽצָר֣וֹת
ʼôwtsâr
H214
treasure
Conj | N-mp
עָֽשָׂה
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
ל֠/וֹ
Prep | Suff
לְ/כֶ֨סֶף
keçeph
H3701
silver
Prep | N-ms
וּ/לְ/זָהָ֜ב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
Conj | Prep | N-ms
וּ/לְ/אֶ֣בֶן
ʼeben
H68
stone
Conj | Prep | N-fs
יְקָרָ֗ה
yâqâr
H3368
precious
Adj
וְ/לִ/בְשָׂמִים֙
besem
H1314
spice
Conj | Prep | N-mp
וּ/לְ/מָ֣גִנִּ֔ים
mâgên
H4043
shield
Conj | Prep | N-cp
וּ/לְ/כֹ֖ל
kôl
H3605
all
Conj | Prep | N-ms
כְּלֵ֥י
kᵉlîy
H3627
article/utensil
N-mp
חֶמְדָּֽה
chemdâh
H2532
desire
N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 32:27
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/יחִזְקִיָּ֛הוּ
Chizqîyâh
H2396
"Hezekiah"
Prep | 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.
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.
הַרְבֵּ֣ה
râbâh
H7235
"to multiply"
V-Hiphil-Ptc
This word means to increase or grow, like a plant shooting up. It is used in the Bible to describe something getting bigger or more abundant. The KJV translates it as abundance or bring up.
Definition: 1) be or become great, be or become many, be or become much, be or become numerous 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to become many, become numerous, multiply (of people, animals, things) 1a2) to be or grow great 1b) (Piel) to make large, enlarge, increase, become many 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to make much, make many, have many 1c1a) to multiply, increase 1c1b) to make much to do, do much in respect of, transgress greatly 1c1c) to increase greatly or exceedingly 1c2) to make great, enlarge, do much Aramaic equivalent: re.vah (רְבָה "to grow great" H7236)
Usage: Occurs in 215 OT verses. KJV: (bring in) abundance ([idiom] -antly), [phrase] archer (by mistake for H7232 (רָבַב)), be in authority, bring up, [idiom] continue, enlarge, excel, exceeding(-ly), be full of, (be, make) great(-er, -ly, [idiom] -ness), grow up, heap, increase, be long, (be, give, have, make, use) many (a time), (any, be, give, give the, have) more (in number), (ask, be, be so, gather, over, take, yield) much (greater, more), (make to) multiply, nourish, plenty(-eous), [idiom] process (of time), sore, store, thoroughly, very. See also: Genesis 1:22; 2 Chronicles 33:6; Psalms 16:4.
מְאֹ֑ד
mᵉʼôd
H3966
"much"
Adv
Meod means 'much' or 'very' and is used to emphasize something. It can mean 'exceedingly' or 'greatly' and is often used to show strong feelings or actions.
Definition: adv 1) exceedingly, much subst 2) might, force, abundance n m 3) muchness, force, abundance, exceedingly 3a) force, might 3b) exceedingly, greatly, very (idioms showing magnitude or degree) 3b1) exceedingly 3b2) up to abundance, to a great degree, exceedingly 3b3) with muchness, muchness
Usage: Occurs in 278 OT verses. KJV: diligently, especially, exceeding(-ly), far, fast, good, great(-ly), [idiom] louder and louder, might(-ily, -y), (so) much, quickly, (so) sore, utterly, very ([phrase] much, sore), well. See also: Genesis 1:31; 1 Samuel 11:6; Psalms 6:4.
וְ/אֹֽצָר֣וֹת
ʼôwtsâr
H214
"treasure"
Conj | N-mp
The Hebrew word for treasure refers to a storehouse or depository, like a treasure house or armory, as seen in 1 Kings 7:51.
Definition: 1) treasure, storehouse 1a) treasure (gold, silver, etc) 1b) store, supplies of food or drink 1c) treasure-house, treasury 1c1) treasure-house 1c2) storehouse, magazine 1c3) treasury 1c4) magazine of weapons (fig. of God's armoury) 1c5) storehouses (of God for rain, snow, hail, wind, sea)
Usage: Occurs in 70 OT verses. KJV: armory, cellar, garner, store(-house), treasure(-house) (-y). See also: Deuteronomy 28:12; Nehemiah 10:39; Psalms 33:7.
עָֽשָׂה
ʻâsâh
H6213
"to make"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.
Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made
Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.
ל֠/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
לְ/כֶ֨סֶף
keçeph
H3701
"silver"
Prep | N-ms
Silver or money, often referring to payment or wealth, like the silver talents in Matthew 25. It can also describe silver as a valuable metal or ornament.
Definition: : money/payment/silver 1) silver, money 1a) silver 1a1) as metal 1a2) as ornament 1a3) as colour 1b) money, shekels, talents
Usage: Occurs in 343 OT verses. KJV: money, price, silver(-ling). See also: Genesis 13:2; Numbers 22:18; 2 Chronicles 1:17.
וּ/לְ/זָהָ֜ב
zâhâb
H2091
"gold"
Conj | Prep | N-ms
Gold is a valuable metal, also used to describe something yellow or brilliant, like oil or a clear sky. It is often mentioned in the Bible as a precious resource.
Definition: 1) gold 1a) as precious metal 1b) as a measure of weight 1c) of brilliance, splendour (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: de.hav (דְּהַב "gold" H1722)
Usage: Occurs in 336 OT verses. KJV: gold(-en), fair weather. See also: Genesis 2:11; Numbers 7:26; 1 Chronicles 28:17.
וּ/לְ/אֶ֣בֶן
ʼeben
H68
"stone"
Conj | Prep | N-fs
In the Bible, this word refers to a stone, which could be a rock, a weight, or even a precious gem. It is used to describe a variety of objects, from building materials to hailstones. The KJV translates it as stone or weight.
Definition: : weight 1) stone (large or small) 1a) common stone (in natural state) 1b) stone, as material 1b1) of tablets 1b2) marble, hewn stones 1c) precious stones, stones of fire 1d) stones containing metal (ore), tool for work or weapon 1e) weight 1f) plummet (stones of destruction) also made of metal 1g) stonelike objects, eg hailstones, stony heart, ice 1h) sacred object, as memorial Samuel set up to mark where God helped Israel to defeat the Philistines 1i) (simile) 1i1) sinking in water, motionlessness 1i2) strength, firmness, solidity 1i3) commonness 1j) (metaph) 1j1) petrified with terror 1j2) perverse, hard heart
Usage: Occurs in 239 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] carbuncle, [phrase] mason, [phrase] plummet, (chalk-, hail-, head-, sling-) stone(-ny), (divers) weight(-s). See also: Genesis 2:12; 1 Samuel 6:15; Psalms 91:12.
יְקָרָ֗ה
yâqâr
H3368
"precious"
Adj
This Hebrew word means something or someone is valuable and precious, like costly jewels or highly valued people, as seen in descriptions of honorable women and precious stones in the Bible.
Definition: 1) valuable, prized, weighty, precious, rare, splendid 1a) precious 1a1) costly 1a2) precious, highly valued 1a3) precious stones or jewels 1b) rare 1c) glorious, splendid 1d) weighty, influential
Usage: Occurs in 36 OT verses. KJV: brightness, clear, costly, excellent, fat, honourable women, precious, reputation. See also: 1 Samuel 3:1; Psalms 36:8; Psalms 37:20.
וְ/לִ/בְשָׂמִים֙
besem
H1314
"spice"
Conj | Prep | N-mp
This word describes a pleasant smell, like a sweet perfume or fragrance. It can also refer to the balsam plant or tree, which was known for its sweet odor.
Definition: 1) spice, balsam, balsam tree, perfume 2) (TWOT) sweet, sweet smell, sweet odour
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: smell, spice, sweet (odour). See also: Exodus 25:6; 2 Chronicles 9:24; Isaiah 3:24.
וּ/לְ/מָ֣גִנִּ֔ים
mâgên
H4043
"shield"
Conj | Prep | N-cp
A shield in biblical times, this word also symbolizes protection, like God being a shield to those who trust in Him, as seen in Psalm 3:3. It can also refer to a ruler or leader who defends their people.
Definition: shield, buckler
Usage: Occurs in 60 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] armed, buckler, defence, ruler, [phrase] scale, shield. See also: Genesis 15:1; Psalms 33:20; Psalms 3:4.
וּ/לְ/כֹ֖ל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Conj | Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
כְּלֵ֥י
kᵉlîy
H3627
"article/utensil"
N-mp
This Hebrew word refers to any object or tool, like a utensil or a piece of furniture. It is used to describe a wide range of items, from musical instruments to weapons. It emphasizes the object's purpose or function.
Definition: 1) article, vessel, implement, utensil 1a) article, object (general) 1b) utensil, implement, apparatus, vessel 1b1) implement (of hunting or war) 1b2) implement (of music) 1b3) implement, tool (of labour) 1b4) equipment, yoke (of oxen) 1b5) utensils, furniture 1c) vessel, receptacle (general) 1d) vessels (boats) of paper-reed
Usage: Occurs in 276 OT verses. KJV: armour(-bearer), artillery, bag, carriage, [phrase] furnish, furniture, instrument, jewel, that is made of, [idiom] one from another, that which pertaineth, pot, [phrase] psaltery, sack, stuff, thing, tool, vessel, ware, weapon, [phrase] whatsoever. See also: Genesis 24:53; 1 Samuel 14:13; Ezra 8:26.
חֶמְדָּֽה
chemdâh
H2532
"desire"
N-fs
This Hebrew term describes something that brings great joy and pleasure, like a precious gift. It's used in the Bible to talk about the good things in life that bring happiness and fulfillment. In Genesis and Psalms, it describes the delight of being in a loving relationship.
Definition: desire, that which is desirable
Usage: Occurs in 18 OT verses. KJV: desire, goodly, pleasant, precious. See also: Genesis 27:15; Jeremiah 12:10; Psalms 106:24.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 32:27
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- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 32:27
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 32:27
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:27
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:27
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:27
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Context — Hezekiah’s Illness and Recovery
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.
26Then Hezekiah humbled the pride of his heart—he and the people of Jerusalem—so that the wrath of the LORD did not come upon them during the days of Hezekiah.
27Hezekiah had very great riches and honor, and he made treasuries for his silver, gold, precious stones, spices, shields, and all kinds of valuable articles.
28He also made storehouses for the harvest of grain and new wine and oil, stalls for all kinds of livestock, and pens for the flocks. 29He made cities for himself, and he acquired herds of sheep and cattle in abundance, for God gave him very great wealth.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 27:25–31 | Azmaveth son of Adiel was in charge of the royal storehouses. Jonathan son of Uzziah was in charge of the storehouses in the country, in the cities, in the villages, and in the fortresses. Ezri son of Chelub was in charge of the workers in the fields who tilled the soil. Shimei the Ramathite was in charge of the vineyards. Zabdi the Shiphmite was in charge of the produce of the vineyards for the wine vats. Baal-hanan the Gederite was in charge of the olive and sycamore trees in the foothills. Joash was in charge of the stores of olive oil. Shitrai the Sharonite was in charge of the herds grazing in Sharon. Shaphat son of Adlai was in charge of the herds in the valleys. Obil the Ishmaelite was in charge of the camels. Jehdeiah the Meronothite was in charge of the donkeys. Jaziz the Hagrite was in charge of the flocks. All these officials were in charge of King David’s property. |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 1:12 | 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.” |
| 3 | Proverbs 10:22 | The blessing of the LORD enriches, and He adds no sorrow to it. |
| 4 | 2 Chronicles 9:27 | The king made silver as common in Jerusalem as stones, and cedar as abundant as sycamore in the foothills. |
| 5 | 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 Chronicles 32:27 Summary
This verse tells us that Hezekiah was very wealthy and had a lot of honor, and he built special storage rooms to keep all his valuable things safe. He had silver, gold, precious stones, and other valuable items, which shows that God had blessed him greatly (as seen in Deuteronomy 8:18). However, it's also important to remember that having a lot of wealth and honor can be a temptation to pride, as Hezekiah himself experienced (2 Chronicles 32:25-26), and that we should always be mindful of using our resources to glorify God and bless others, as taught in Matthew 25:14-30.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of riches and honor did Hezekiah have?
Hezekiah had very great riches and honor, including silver, gold, precious stones, spices, shields, and all kinds of valuable articles, as stated in 2 Chronicles 32:27, a testament to God's blessing on his life, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:18.
Why did Hezekiah make treasuries for his wealth?
Hezekiah made treasuries for his wealth to store and manage his riches, which is a practical application of the principle found in 1 Timothy 5:8, to provide for himself and his household, and to glorify God with his wealth, as seen in Matthew 25:14-30.
Is having great riches and honor a sign of God's favor?
Having great riches and honor can be a sign of God's favor, but it is not the only indicator, as seen in the case of Hezekiah, who had to humble himself after becoming proud of his wealth, as stated in 2 Chronicles 32:25-26, and also warned against in 1 Timothy 6:10.
How can we apply the principle of managing wealth from this verse?
We can apply the principle of managing wealth by being good stewards of the resources God has given us, as taught in Luke 14:28-30, and using them to glorify God and bless others, as seen in Acts 2:44-45, and also being mindful of the dangers of pride and the importance of humility, as warned in Proverbs 16:18.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can honor God with the resources He has given me?
- How can I balance the desire for wealth and success with the need for humility and dependence on God?
- What are some potential dangers of having great riches and honor, and how can I guard against them in my own life?
- In what ways can I use my wealth and resources to bless others and glorify God?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 32:27
And Hezekiah had exceeding much riches,.... Increased by the spoil of the Assyrian camp, and the presents sent him after that by neighbouring nations, 2 Chronicles 32:21 and honour; both from his
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 32:27
And Hezekiah had exceeding much riches and honour: and he made himself treasuries for silver, and for gold, and for precious stones, and for spices, and for shields, and for all manner of pleasant
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:27
2 Chronicles 32:27 And Hezekiah had exceeding much riches and honour: and he made himself treasuries for silver, and for gold, and for precious stones, and for spices, and for shields, and for all manner of pleasant jewels;Ver. 27. And Hezekiah had exceeding much riches and honour.] And these puffed him up; his heart was lifted up with his wealth, as a boat riseth with the rising of the water that carrieth it. And for all manner of pleasant jewels.] Heb., Instruments of desire. All these were lawful enough, and useful, had he not shot his affections too far into them. “ Difficile est amimos opibus non tradere. ”
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:27
(27) Had.—Or, got.Riches and honour (or, wealth; kâbôd).—Comp. 1 Chronicles 29:28 (David); 2 Chronicles 1:12 (Solomon), 2 Chronicles 17:5; 2 Chronicles 18:1 (Jehoshaphat). He made himself treasuries.—Comp. 2 Kings 20:13; Isaiah 39:2, where silver and gold and spices are mentioned among the treasures of Hezekiah. Shields.—Comp. Solomon’s golden, and Rehoboam’s brazen, shields. No doubt the term is here used to suggest arms in general. Kings and Isaiah mention “his armoury.” All manner of pleasant jewels.—Literally, all vessels of desire. (Comp. Nahum 2:10, “wealth of every vessel of desire.”) Costly implements and utensils of all sorts are included.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:27
Verse 27. Pleasant jewels] כלי חמדה keley chemdah, desirable vessels or utensils.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 32:27
27. riches and honour] Cp. 2 Kings 20:13 (= Isaiah 39:2). shields] If the text be correct we must think of silver and gold in the form of shields; cp. 2 Chronicles 9:15-16; but perhaps we should read migdβnoth, “precious things,” (as in 2 Chronicles 32:23), for mβginnoth “shields.” LXX. ὁπλοθήκας, i.e. “armouries”; Pesh. (text being doubtful here) “shields” or “pearls” or “precious gifts.” pleasant jewels] R.V. goodly vessels.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 32:27
27. Pleasant jewels — Rather, precious vessels. The reference may be to jewels or to splendid furniture.
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