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2 Chronicles 33:10

2 Chronicles 33:10 in Multiple Translations

And the LORD spoke to Manasseh and his people, but they did not listen.

And the LORD spake to Manasseh, and to his people: but they would not hearken.

And Jehovah spake to Manasseh, and to his people; but they gave no heed.

And the word of the Lord came to Manasseh and his people, but they gave no attention.

The Lord warned Manasseh and his people, but they ignored him.

And the Lord spake to Manasseh and to his people, but they would not regarde.

And Jehovah speaketh unto Manasseh and unto his people, and they have not attended,

The LORD spoke to Manasseh and to his people, but they didn’t listen.

And the LORD spoke to Manasseh, and to his people: but they would not hearken.

And the Lord spoke to him, and to his people, and they would not hearken.

Yahweh spoke to Manasseh and the people of Judah, but they paid no attention.

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2 Chronicles 33:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וַ/יְדַבֵּ֧ר יְהוָ֛ה אֶל מְנַשֶּׁ֥ה וְ/אֶל עַמּ֖/וֹ וְ/לֹ֥א הִקְשִֽׁיבוּ
וַ/יְדַבֵּ֧ר dâbar H1696 to speak Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
יְהוָ֛ה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 The Lord N-proper
אֶל ʼêl H413 to(wards) Prep
מְנַשֶּׁ֥ה Mᵉnashsheh H4519 Moses N-proper
וְ/אֶל ʼêl H413 to(wards) Conj | Prep
עַמּ֖/וֹ ʻam H5971 Amaw N-ms | Suff
וְ/לֹ֥א lôʼ H3808 not Conj | Part
הִקְשִֽׁיבוּ qâshab H7181 to listen V-Hiphil-Perf-3cp
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 33:10

וַ/יְדַבֵּ֧ר dâbar H1696 "to speak" Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
יְהוָ֛ה 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.
אֶל ʼêl H413 "to(wards)" Prep
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.
מְנַשֶּׁ֥ה Mᵉnashsheh H4519 "Moses" N-proper
Manasseh was a grandson of Jacob and the ancestor of a large tribe in the Bible, mentioned in Genesis 41:51 and throughout the book of Numbers.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.2.10; son of: Amram (H6019) and Jochebed (H3115); brother of: Aaron (H0175) and Miriam (H4813); married to Zipporah (H6855); father of: Gershom (H1647) and Eliezer (H0461H); also called Manasseh at Jdg.18.30(?) Another name of mo.sheh (מֹשֶׁה "Moses" H4872) § Manasseh = "causing to forget" 1) the eldest son of Joseph and progenitor of the tribe of Manasseh 1a) the tribe descended from Manasseh 1b) the territory occupied by the tribe of Manasseh 2) son of king Hezekiah of Judah and himself king of Judah; he was the immediate and direct cause for the exile 3) a descendant of Pahath-moab who put away a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 4) a descendant of Hashum who put away a foreign wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 133 OT verses. KJV: Manasseh. See also: Genesis 41:51; Joshua 22:21; Psalms 60:9.
וְ/אֶל ʼêl H413 "to(wards)" Conj | Prep
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.
עַמּ֖/וֹ ʻam H5971 "Amaw" N-ms | Suff
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
וְ/לֹ֥א lôʼ H3808 "not" Conj | 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.
הִקְשִֽׁיבוּ qâshab H7181 "to listen" V-Hiphil-Perf-3cp
To listen carefully is what this Hebrew word means, like pricking up your ears to hear something. It's used in many Bible verses, including Proverbs and Isaiah, to encourage people to pay attention. The KJV translates it as 'attend' or 'hear'.
Definition: 1) to hear, be attentive, heed, incline (of ears), attend (of ears), hearken, pay attention, listen 1a) (Qal) incline, attend (of ears), hearken, pay attention, listen 1b) (Hiphil) to pay attention, give attention
Usage: Occurs in 45 OT verses. KJV: attend, (cause to) hear(-ken), give heed, incline, mark (well), regard. See also: 1 Samuel 15:22; Song of Solomon 8:13; Psalms 5:3.

Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 33:10

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1 2 Chronicles 36:15–16 Again and again the LORD, the God of their fathers, sent word to His people through His messengers because He had compassion on them and on His dwelling place. But they mocked the messengers of God, despising His words and scoffing at His prophets, until the wrath of the LORD against His people was stirred up beyond remedy.
2 Jeremiah 44:4–5 Yet I sent you all My servants the prophets again and again, saying: ‘Do not do this detestable thing that I hate.’ But they did not listen or incline their ears; they did not turn from their wickedness or stop burning incense to other gods.
3 Zechariah 1:4 Do not be like your fathers, to whom the former prophets proclaimed that this is what the LORD of Hosts says: ‘Turn now from your evil ways and deeds.’ But they did not listen or pay attention to Me, declares the LORD.
4 Nehemiah 9:29–30 You admonished them to turn back to Your law, but they were arrogant and disobeyed Your commandments. They sinned against Your ordinances, by which a man will live if he practices them. They stubbornly shrugged their shoulders; they stiffened their necks and would not obey. You were patient with them for many years, and Your Spirit admonished them through Your prophets. Yet they would not listen, so You gave them into the hands of the neighboring peoples.
5 Acts 7:51–52 You stiff-necked people with uncircumcised hearts and ears! You always resist the Holy Spirit, just as your fathers did. Which of the prophets did your fathers fail to persecute? They even killed those who foretold the coming of the Righteous One. And now you are His betrayers and murderers—
6 Jeremiah 25:4–7 And the LORD has sent all His servants the prophets to you again and again, but you have not listened or inclined your ear to hear. The prophets told you, ‘Turn now, each of you, from your evil ways and deeds, and you can dwell in the land that the LORD has given to you and your fathers forever and ever. Do not follow other gods to serve and worship them, and do not provoke Me to anger with the works of your hands. Then I will do you no harm.’ ‘But to your own harm, you have not listened to Me,’ declares the LORD, ‘so you have provoked Me to anger with the works of your hands.’

2 Chronicles 33:10 Summary

[This verse shows that God wants to talk to people and guide them, but sometimes they don't listen, like Manasseh and his people. God is patient and wants what's best for us, as we see in Jeremiah 29:11. He speaks to us through His Word, and it's up to us to listen and obey. By listening to God's message, we can avoid the consequences of disobedience and experience His blessings, as promised in Deuteronomy 28:1-2.]

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of God speaking to Manasseh and his people in 2 Chronicles 33:10?

This verse highlights God's patience and desire to communicate with His people, as seen in other scriptures like Jeremiah 7:13 and Ezekiel 18:25, where God speaks to His people, calling them to repentance and obedience.

Why did Manasseh and his people refuse to listen to God's message in 2 Chronicles 33:10?

The refusal to listen to God's message is a result of the hardness of their hearts, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 36:16, which led to their rebellion against God's commands, similar to the Israelites' behavior in Psalm 81:11-12.

How does 2 Chronicles 33:10 relate to the concept of God's sovereignty and human responsibility?

This verse demonstrates the balance between God's sovereignty, as seen in Isaiah 46:10, and human responsibility, as emphasized in Deuteronomy 30:19, where God calls people to choose between life and death, blessing and curse.

What can we learn from the response of Manasseh and his people to God's message in 2 Chronicles 33:10?

We can learn the importance of humility and obedience to God's Word, as taught in Proverbs 1:7 and James 1:22, where listening to God's message and putting it into practice is crucial for a healthy relationship with Him.

Reflection Questions

  1. What are some ways I can ensure I am listening to God's voice in my life, and what are the consequences of ignoring His message?
  2. How can I cultivate a heart that is receptive to God's Word, and what role does humility play in this process?
  3. In what ways can I apply the lesson of 2 Chronicles 33:10 to my own life, and what are some potential consequences of refusing to listen to God's message?
  4. What does this verse reveal about God's character, and how can I respond to His patience and mercy in my own life?

Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 33:10

And the Lord spake to Manasseh, and to his people,.... By his servants the prophets, see 2 Kings 21:10, where what was said to them is recorded: but they would not hearken; to what was said, to

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 33:10

For he built again the high places which Hezekiah his father had broken down, and he reared up altars for Baalim, and made groves, and worshipped all the host of heaven, and served them. No JFB commentary on these verses.

Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 33:10

2 Chronicles 33:10 And the LORD spake to Manasseh, and to his people: but they would not hearken.Ver. 10. And the Lord spake to Manasseh,] sc., By his prophets, Isaiah, Joel, Micah, Habakkuk, and others; sed surdo fabulam; they lost their sweet words.

Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 33:10

(10) And the Lord spake to Manasseh.—“By the hand of his servants the prophets.” See 2 Kings 21:10-15, where the substance of the prophetic message is given; and it is added (2 Chronicles 33:16) that Manasseh also shed very much innocent blood, “till he had filled Jerusalem from one end to the other.” The reaction against the reforms of Hezekiah ended in a bloody struggle, in which the party of reform was fiercely suppressed.

Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 33:10

10. the Lord spake] i.e. by prophets; cp. 2 Kings 21:10-15.

Sermons on 2 Chronicles 33:10

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Svend Christensen Two Men Chiefs of Sinners Manasseh and Saul by Svend Christensen In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Saul, who later became the apostle Paul. Saul was initially a persecutor of Christians, but he had a life-changing encounter wit
Shane Idleman A Message to the Pulpits of America by Shane Idleman This sermon emphasizes the paramount importance of holiness as the key attribute of God, even above His love. It highlights how leaders, prophets, and the church have fallen short
Steve Gallagher The Role of the Prophet by Steve Gallagher In this sermon, the speaker reflects on their personal experience of being called by God to quit watching television in 1985. Initially, they struggled to understand why God would
Dan Biser The Seven Levels of Judgment - Part 3 by Dan Biser This sermon delves into the concept of God's response to sin, highlighting the various levels of judgment seen throughout history. It emphasizes the importance of repentance and co
Shane Idleman Blessing of Brokenness by Shane Idleman Shane Idleman emphasizes the 'Blessing of Brokenness,' urging the church to embrace utter dependence on God through repentance and desperation. He highlights the need for humility
F.B. Meyer Rising Up Betimes. by F.B. Meyer F.B. Meyer emphasizes God's deep yearning for the salvation of humanity, illustrated by His eagerness to send messengers early to call the sinful city to repentance. He challenges
Chuck Smith Ii Chronicles 36:15 by Chuck Smith Chuck Smith emphasizes the dire consequences of forsaking God, illustrating how the nation of Judah fell from glory due to their disobedience and rejection of divine guidance. He h

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