2 Kings 13:22
2 Kings 13:22 in Multiple Translations
And Hazael king of Aram oppressed Israel throughout the reign of Jehoahaz.
¶ But Hazael king of Syria oppressed Israel all the days of Jehoahaz.
And Hazael king of Syria oppressed Israel all the days of Jehoahaz.
And Israel was crushed under the power of Hazael, king of Aram, all the days of Jehoahaz.
Hazael, king of Aram, caused problems for Israel through all Jehoahaz's reign.
But Hazael King of Aram vexed Israel all the dayes of Iehoahaz.
And Hazael king of Aram hath oppressed Israel all the days of Jehoahaz,
Hazael king of Syria oppressed Israel all the days of Jehoahaz.
But Hazael king of Syria oppressed Israel all the days of Jehoahaz.
Now Hazael king of Syria afflicted Israel all the days of Joachaz:
King Hazael of Syria sent soldiers to oppress the Israeli people all during the years that Jehoahaz ruled Judah.
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2 Kings 13:22 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַֽ/חֲזָאֵל֙
מֶ֣לֶךְ
אֲרָ֔ם
לָחַ֖ץ
אֶת
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל
כֹּ֖ל
יְמֵ֥י
יְהוֹאָחָֽז
וַֽ/חֲזָאֵל֙
Chăzâʼêl
H2371
Hazael
Conj | N-proper
מֶ֣לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
N-ms
אֲרָ֔ם
ʼĂrâm
H758
Aram
N-proper
לָחַ֖ץ
lâchats
H3905
to oppress
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
Israel
N-proper
כֹּ֖ל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
יְמֵ֥י
yôwm
H3117
day
N-mp
יְהוֹאָחָֽז
Yᵉhôwʼâchâz
H3059
Ahaziah
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Kings 13:22
וַֽ/חֲזָאֵל֙
Chăzâʼêl
H2371
"Hazael"
Conj | N-proper
Hazael was a king of Syria who met with the prophet Elisha to cure his master's leprosy. His name means one who sees God.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ki.19.15; father of: Ben-hadad (H1130I) § Hazael = "one who sees God" a king of Syria; sent by his master, Ben-hadad, to the prophet Elisha, to seek a remedy for Ben-hadad's leprosy; apparently later killed Ben-hadad, assumed the throne, and soon became engaged in a war with the kings of Judah and Israel for the possession of the city of Ramoth-gilead
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: Hazael. See also: 1 Kings 19:15; 2 Kings 9:15; Amos 1:4.
מֶ֣לֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
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.
אֲרָ֔ם
ʼĂrâm
H758
"Aram"
N-proper
Aram refers to a region in the Bible, also known as Syria, and its people, the Arameans. The grandson of Nahor, an ancestor of Jesus, was also named Aram. The prophet Isaiah wrote about Aram and its relationship with Israel in Isaiah 7:1-9.
Definition: Aram or Arameans = "exalted" Aram or Syrian nation Another name of pad.dan (פַּדָּן "Paddan" H6307)
Usage: Occurs in 118 OT verses. KJV: Aram, Mesopotamia, Syria, Syrians. See also: Genesis 10:22; 2 Kings 8:28; Isaiah 7:1.
לָחַ֖ץ
lâchats
H3905
"to oppress"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
To oppress means to treat someone unfairly or cruelly, often by using power or force. This can include squeezing or pressing someone to get what you want.
Definition: 1) to squeeze, press, oppress 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to squeeze, press 1a2) to oppress 1b) (Niphal) to squeeze oneself
Usage: Occurs in 18 OT verses. KJV: afflict, crush, force, hold fast, oppress(-or), thrust self. See also: Exodus 3:9; 1 Samuel 10:18; Psalms 56:2.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
"Israel"
N-proper
Israel is the symbolic name of Jacob, also referring to his descendants. Jacob, son of Isaac and Rebekah, had 12 sons who became the tribes of Israel, as told in Genesis 25:26. His story is crucial to the Bible's narrative.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.25.26; son of: Isaac (H3327) and Rebekah (H7259); brother of: Esau (H6215); married to Rachel (H7354), Leah (H3812), Zilpah (H2153) and Bilhah (H1090A); father of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); also called Jacob frequently § Israel = "God prevails" 1) the second name for Jacob given to him by God after his wrestling with the angel at Peniel 2) the name of the descendants and the nation of the descendants of Jacob 2a) the name of the nation until the death of Solomon and the split 2b) the name used and given to the northern kingdom consisting of the 10 tribes under Jeroboam; the southern kingdom was known as Judah 2c) the name of the nation after the return from exile
Usage: Occurs in 2231 OT verses. KJV: Israel. See also: Genesis 32:29; Exodus 13:18; Exodus 40:38.
כֹּ֖ל
kôl
H3605
"all"
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.
יְמֵ֥י
yôwm
H3117
"day"
N-mp
The Hebrew word 'yom' refers to a day, which can be a literal 24-hour period or a figurative space of time. It is used in the Bible to describe a wide range of time periods, from a single day to a year or a lifetime. The word 'yom' is used in many different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : day/when/time/period 1) day, time, year 1a) day (as opposed to night) 1b) day (24 hour period) 1b1) as defined by evening and morning in Genesis 1 1b2) as a division of time 1b2a) a working day, a day's journey 1c) days, lifetime (pl.) 1d) time, period (general) 1e) year 1f) temporal references 1f1) today 1f2) yesterday 1f3) tomorrow
Usage: Occurs in 1930 OT verses. KJV: age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 33:13; Exodus 23:15.
יְהוֹאָחָֽז
Yᵉhôwʼâchâz
H3059
"Ahaziah"
N-proper
Jehoachaz was a king of Judah, son of Jehoram and Athaliah, and father of Joash. His name means Jehovah has seized, and he is also referred to as Ahaziah.
Definition: A king of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.8.24; son of: Jehoram (H3088) and Athaliah (H6271); brother of: Jehosheba (H3089); married to Zibiah (H6645); father of: Joash (H3101I); also called Jehoahaz at 2Ch.21.17; Another name of a.chaz.yah (אֲחַזְיָ֫הוּ "Ahaziah" H0274H) § Jehoahaz = "Jehovah has seized" 1) a king of Judah and son of Josiah 2) a king of the northern kingdom of Israel and son of Jehu 3) a king of Judah and son of Jehoram (Ahaziah)
Usage: Occurs in 19 OT verses. KJV: Jehoahaz. Compare H3099 (יוֹאָחָז). See also: 2 Kings 10:35; 2 Kings 14:8; 2 Chronicles 36:1.
Study Notes — 2 Kings 13:22
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 13:22
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 13:22
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 13:22
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 13:22
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 13:22
Context — Elisha’s Final Prophecy
20And Elisha died and was buried. Now the Moabite raiders used to come into the land every spring.
21Once, as the Israelites were burying a man, suddenly they saw a band of raiders, so they threw the man’s body into Elisha’s tomb. And as soon as his body touched the bones of Elisha, the man was revived and stood up on his feet.
22And Hazael king of Aram oppressed Israel throughout the reign of Jehoahaz.
23But the LORD was gracious to Israel and had compassion on them, and He turned toward them because of His covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. And to this day, the LORD has been unwilling to destroy them or cast them from His presence. 24When Hazael king of Aram died, his son Ben-hadad reigned in his place.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 Kings 8:12 | “Why is my lord weeping?” asked Hazael. “Because I know the evil you will do to the Israelites,” Elisha replied. “You will set fire to their fortresses, kill their young men with the sword, dash their little ones to pieces, and rip open their pregnant women.” |
| 2 | 2 Kings 13:3–7 | So the anger of the LORD burned against Israel, and He delivered them continually into the hands of Hazael king of Aram and his son Ben-hadad. Then Jehoahaz sought the favor of the LORD, and the LORD listened to him because He saw the oppression that the king of Aram had inflicted on Israel. So the LORD gave Israel a deliverer, and they escaped the power of the Arameans. Then the people of Israel lived in their own homes as they had before. Nevertheless, they did not turn away from the sins that the house of Jeroboam had caused Israel to commit, but they continued to walk in them. The Asherah pole even remained standing in Samaria. Jehoahaz had no army left, except fifty horsemen, ten chariots, and ten thousand foot soldiers, because the king of Aram had destroyed them and made them like the dust at threshing. |
| 3 | Psalms 106:40–42 | So the anger of the LORD burned against His people, and He abhorred His own inheritance. He delivered them into the hand of the nations, and those who hated them ruled over them. Their enemies oppressed them, and subdued them under their hand. |
2 Kings 13:22 Summary
[This verse tells us that Hazael, the king of Aram, was making life very hard for the people of Israel during the time of King Jehoahaz. This was a difficult time for the Israelites, but even in the midst of hardship, God was still with them and was faithful to His promises, as seen in 2 Kings 13:23. We can learn from this verse that God is always at work, even when things seem tough, and that He will ultimately bring justice and redemption, just as He promised in Isaiah 61:1-3. By trusting in God's faithfulness, we can find hope and comfort in the midst of our own struggles, just as the Israelites did during this time.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Hazael king of Aram and why was he oppressing Israel?
Hazael was a king of Aram who was anointed by the prophet Elijah in 1 Kings 19:15, and he became a powerful and ruthless leader who oppressed Israel throughout the reign of King Jehoahaz, as seen in 2 Kings 13:22.
What does it mean that Hazael oppressed Israel throughout the reign of Jehoahaz?
This means that during the entire time King Jehoahaz was ruling Israel, Hazael and the kingdom of Aram were exerting constant pressure and control over Israel, making life difficult for the Israelites, much like the oppression experienced by the Israelites in Exodus 1:13-14.
How does this verse relate to the overall story of the Bible?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of the Bible, which tells the story of God's relationship with His people, including their struggles and triumphs, as seen in Deuteronomy 28:1-14 and Jeremiah 30:1-11.
What can we learn from the fact that Hazael was oppressing Israel during this time?
We can learn that even in the midst of difficult circumstances, God is still at work and is faithful to His people, as seen in 2 Kings 13:23, and that He will ultimately bring justice and redemption, as promised in Isaiah 61:1-3.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I am experiencing oppression or pressure in my own life, and how can I trust God to be with me in those difficult times?
- How does the fact that Hazael was a powerful and ruthless leader affect my understanding of the character of God and His relationship with His people?
- In what ways can I be a source of encouragement and support to those who are experiencing oppression or hardship, just as God was faithful to the Israelites in their time of need?
- What does this verse reveal about the nature of God's sovereignty and His ability to work in the midst of difficult circumstances?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 13:22
But Hazael king of Syria oppressed Israel all the days of Jehoahaz. That he reigned alone, at least, before he took his son Joash to reign with him.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 13:22
And it came to pass, as they were burying a man, that, behold, they spied a band of men; and they cast the man into the sepulchre of Elisha: and when the man was let down, and touched the bones of
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 13:22
2 Kings 13:22 But Hazael king of Syria oppressed Israel all the days of Jehoahaz.Ver. 22. All the days of Jehoahaz.] For about fifty years in all had this tyrant oppressed them. But God had promised them a saviour, viz., Joash, and this much about the time that Jehoahaz had besought the Lord, who was easily entreated to pity the low condition of his people.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 13:22
(22) But Hazael . . . oppressed.—Rather, Now Hazael . . . had oppressed. The narrative returns to 2 Kings 13:3.
Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 13:22
22–25. Hazael’s oppression of Israel. God has compassion on them. The victories of Jehoash over Ben-hadad (Not in Chronicles) 22. But [R.V. And] Hazael … oppressed Israel] In these four verses we have a recapitulation of the attitude of Syria toward the Israelites in the two reigns of Jehoahaz and his son. The oppression lasted all the days of the former king, but yet, as in answer to his prayer (verse 4), Israel was not allowed to be destroyed. In the next reign came a greater relief.
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 13:22
FROM THE SYRIAN , 2 Kings 13:22-25. 22. All the days of Jehoahaz — So, though the Lord heard the prayer of this king of Israel, he did not answer it by sending a saviour until after his death. See 2 Kings 13:4-5, notes.