2 Kings 17:8
2 Kings 17:8 in Multiple Translations
and walked in the customs of the nations that the LORD had driven out before the Israelites, as well as in the practices introduced by the kings of Israel.
And walked in the statutes of the heathen, whom the LORD cast out from before the children of Israel, and of the kings of Israel, which they had made.
and walked in the statutes of the nations, whom Jehovah cast out from before the children of Israel, and of the kings of Israel, which they made.
Living by the rules of the nations whom the Lord had sent out from before the children of Israel.
adopting the ways of the nations the Lord had driven out before the Israelites, and the pagan practices introduced by the kings of Israel.
And walked according to the facions of the Heathen, whom the Lord had cast out before the children of Israel, and after the maners of the Kings of Israel, which they vsed,
and walk in the statutes of the nations that Jehovah dispossessed from the presence of the sons of Israel, and of the kings of Israel that they made;
and walked in the statutes of the nations whom the LORD cast out from before the children of Israel, and of the kings of Israel, which they made.
And walked in the statutes of the heathen, whom the LORD cast out from before the children of Israel, and of the kings of Israel which they had made.
And they walked according to the way of the nations which the Lord had destroyed in the sight of the children of Israel and of the kings of Israel: because they had done in like manner.
They imitated the things that the heathen/pagan people-groups did. Those were the groups that Yahweh had expelled as the Israelis occupied their land. The Israeli people also did the evil things that the kings of Israel ◄introduced/showed to them►.
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Study Notes — 2 Kings 17:8
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- 2 Kings 17:8 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 17:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 17:8
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 17:8
- Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 17:8
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 17:8
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 17:8
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 17:8
- Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 17:8
- Sermons on 2 Kings 17:8
Context — Israel Carried Captive to Assyria
8and walked in the customs of the nations that the LORD had driven out before the Israelites, as well as in the practices introduced by the kings of Israel.
9The Israelites secretly did things against the LORD their God that were not right. From watchtower to fortified city, they built high places in all their cities. 10They set up for themselves sacred pillars and Asherah poles on every high hill and under every green tree.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 18:3 | You must not follow the practices of the land of Egypt, where you used to live, and you must not follow the practices of the land of Canaan, into which I am bringing you. You must not walk in their customs. |
| 2 | 2 Kings 16:3 | Instead, he walked in the ways of the kings of Israel and even sacrificed his son in the fire, according to the abominations of the nations that the LORD had driven out before the Israelites. |
| 3 | Deuteronomy 18:9 | When you enter the land that the LORD your God is giving you, do not imitate the detestable ways of the nations there. |
| 4 | 2 Kings 21:2 | And he did evil in the sight of the LORD by following the abominations of the nations that the LORD had driven out before the Israelites. |
| 5 | Deuteronomy 12:30–31 | be careful not to be ensnared by their ways after they have been destroyed before you. Do not inquire about their gods, asking, “How do these nations serve their gods? I will do likewise.” You must not worship the LORD your God in this way, because they practice for their gods every abomination which the LORD hates. They even burn their sons and daughters in the fire as sacrifices to their gods. |
| 6 | 1 Kings 21:26 | He committed the most detestable acts by going after idols, just like the Amorites whom the LORD had driven out before the Israelites.) |
| 7 | Leviticus 18:27–30 | For the men who were in the land before you committed all these abominations, and the land has become defiled. So if you defile the land, it will vomit you out as it spewed out the nations before you. Therefore anyone who commits any of these abominations must be cut off from among his people. You must keep My charge not to practice any of the abominable customs that were practiced before you, so that you do not defile yourselves by them. I am the LORD your God.” |
| 8 | Micah 6:16 | You have kept the statutes of Omri and all the practices of Ahab’s house; you have followed their counsel. Therefore I will make you a desolation, and your inhabitants an object of contempt; you will bear the scorn of the nations. ” |
| 9 | Hosea 5:11 | Ephraim is oppressed, crushed in judgment, for he is determined to follow worthless idols. |
| 10 | Jeremiah 10:2 | This is what the LORD says: “Do not learn the ways of the nations or be terrified by the signs in the heavens, though the nations themselves are terrified by them. |
2 Kings 17:8 Summary
[This verse means that the Israelites started doing things the way the other nations around them did, instead of following God's ways. They did this even though God had told them not to, as seen in Exodus 23:24. As a result, they got into all sorts of trouble and sin. We can learn from their example by being careful not to adopt the sinful practices of the world around us, and instead following God's commands, as stated in Romans 12:2.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to walk in the customs of the nations that the LORD had driven out before the Israelites?
This refers to the Israelites adopting the sinful practices and idolatrous ways of the nations that God had previously destroyed, as seen in Deuteronomy 18:9-12, which warns against such practices.
How did the kings of Israel introduce practices that led the people astray?
The kings of Israel introduced idolatrous practices, such as worshiping at high places and setting up Asherah poles, as mentioned in 1 Kings 12:31 and 1 Kings 13:33, which led the people away from the true worship of God.
What is the significance of the Israelites following the customs of the nations and the practices of their kings?
This signifies the Israelites' rebellion against God's command to be separate and holy, as stated in Leviticus 20:26, and their failure to trust in God's provision and protection, as seen in Psalm 106:35-36.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of 2 Kings 17?
This verse explains the reasons behind God's judgment on Israel, as stated in 2 Kings 17:7, and highlights the consequences of their disobedience, which ultimately led to their exile, as described in 2 Kings 17:6.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways in which I may be adopting the customs of the world around me, rather than following God's ways?
- How can I ensure that I am not introducing practices or influences into my life that could lead others astray?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's provision and protection, rather than relying on my own strength or the ways of the world?
- In what ways can I be a positive influence on those around me, pointing them towards God's truth and love?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Kings 17:8
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Kings 17:8
Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Kings 17:8
Trapp's Commentary on 2 Kings 17:8
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Kings 17:8
Cambridge Bible on 2 Kings 17:8
Barnes' Notes on 2 Kings 17:8
Whedon's Commentary on 2 Kings 17:8
Sermons on 2 Kings 17:8
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