2 Chronicles 11:20
2 Chronicles 11:20 in Multiple Translations
After her, he married Maacah daughter of Absalom, and she bore to him Abijah, Attai, Ziza, and Shelomith.
And after her he took Maachah the daughter of Absalom; which bare him Abijah, and Attai, and Ziza, and Shelomith.
And after her he took Maacah the daughter of Absalom; and she bare him Abijah, and Attai, and Ziza, and Shelomith.
And after her he took Maacah, the daughter of Absalom; and she had Abijah and Attai and Ziza and Shelomith by him.
After her he married Maacah Absalom's daughter, and she was the mother of his sons Abijah, Attai, Ziza, and Shelomith.
And after her he tooke Maakah ye daughter of Absalom which bare him Abiiah, and Atthai, and Ziza, and Shelomith.
And after her he hath taken Maachah daughter of Absalom, and she beareth to him Abijah, and Attai, and Ziza, and Shelomith.
After her, he took Maacah the granddaughter of Absalom; and she bore him Abijah, Attai, Ziza, and Shelomith.
And after her he took Maachah the daughter of Absalom; who bore him Abijah, and Attai, and Ziza, and Shelomith.
And after her he married Maacha the daughter of Absalom, who bore him Abia and Ethai, and Ziza, and Salomith.
Later Rehoboam married Maacah, the daughter of Absalom, and they had four sons: Abijah, Attai, Ziza, and Shelomith.
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2 Chronicles 11:20 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אַחֲרֶ֣י/הָ
לָקַ֔ח
אֶֽת
מַעֲכָ֖ה
בַּת
אַבְשָׁל֑וֹם
וַ/תֵּ֣לֶד
ל֗/וֹ
אֶת
אֲבִיָּה֙
וְ/אֶת
עַתַּ֔י
וְ/אֶת
זִיזָ֖א
וְ/אֶת
שְׁלֹמִֽית
וְ/אַחֲרֶ֣י/הָ
ʼachar
H310
after
Conj | Prep | Suff
לָקַ֔ח
lâqach
H3947
to take
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
אֶֽת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
מַעֲכָ֖ה
Maʻăkâh
H4601
Maacah
N-proper
בַּת
bath
H1323
Bath (Shua)
N-fs
אַבְשָׁל֑וֹם
ʼĂbîyshâlôwm
H53
Absalom
N-proper
וַ/תֵּ֣לֶד
yâlad
H3205
to beget
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
ל֗/וֹ
Prep | Suff
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
אֲבִיָּה֙
ʼĂbîyâh
H29
Abijah
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
עַתַּ֔י
ʻAttay
H6262
Attai
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
זִיזָ֖א
Zîyzâʼ
H2124
Ziza
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
שְׁלֹמִֽית
Shᵉlômîyth
H8019
Shelomoth
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 11:20
וְ/אַחֲרֶ֣י/הָ
ʼachar
H310
"after"
Conj | Prep | Suff
Achar means backwards or after, used to describe something that happens later or in the rear. It is used in various senses in the Bible, including in 1 Kings 12:18.
Definition: 1) after the following part, behind (of place), hinder, afterwards (of time) 1a) as an adverb 1a1) behind (of place) 1a2) afterwards (of time) 1b) as a preposition 1b1) behind, after (of place) 1b2) after (of time) 1b3) besides 1c) as a conjunction 1c) after that 1d) as a substantive 1d1) hinder part 1e) with other prepositions 1e1) from behind 1e2) from following after
Usage: Occurs in 664 OT verses. KJV: after (that, -ward), again, at, away from, back (from, -side), behind, beside, by, follow (after, -ing), forasmuch, from, hereafter, hinder end, [phrase] out (over) live, [phrase] persecute, posterity, pursuing, remnant, seeing, since, thence(-forth), when, with. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 18:2; Joshua 8:14.
לָקַ֔ח
lâqach
H3947
"to take"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to take or get something, and it is used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to take a wife, to take possession of something, or to receive a gift. For example, in Genesis 2:22, God takes a rib from Adam to create Eve.
Definition: : take 1) to take, get, fetch, lay hold of, seize, receive, acquire, buy, bring, marry, take a wife, snatch, take away 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to take, take in the hand 1a2) to take and carry along 1a3) to take from, take out of, take, carry away, take away 1a4) to take to or for a person, procure, get, take possession of, select, choose, take in marriage, receive, accept 1a5) to take up or upon, put upon 1a6) to fetch 1a7) to take, lead, conduct 1a8) to take, capture, seize 1a9) to take, carry off 1a10) to take (vengeance) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be captured 1b2) to be taken away, be removed 1b3) to be taken, brought unto 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to be taken from or out of 1c2) to be stolen from 1c3) to be taken captive 1c4) to be taken away, be removed 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be taken unto, be brought unto 1d2) to be taken out of 1d3) to be taken away 1e) (Hithpael) 1e1) to take hold of oneself 1e2) to flash about (of lightning)
Usage: Occurs in 909 OT verses. KJV: accept, bring, buy, carry away, drawn, fetch, get, infold, [idiom] many, mingle, place, receive(-ing), reserve, seize, send for, take (away, -ing, up), use, win. See also: Genesis 2:15; Genesis 34:17; Exodus 30:23.
אֶֽת
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.
מַעֲכָ֖ה
Maʻăkâh
H4601
"Maacah"
N-proper
Maacah is a name that refers to a place in Syria, several Israelites, and some women, meaning 'oppression'. It's also the name of a city with a king in Israel. The name appears in the Bible as 'Maachah' or 'Maacah'.
Definition: Maachah = "oppression" a city with a king that continued within Israel Also named: ma.a.kha.ti (מַעֲכָתִי "Maacathite" H4602)
Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: Maachah, Maachathites. See also H1038 (בֵּית מַעֲכָה). See also: Genesis 22:24; 1 Chronicles 7:15; 2 Chronicles 15:16.
בַּת
bath
H1323
"Bath (Shua)"
N-fs
The Hebrew word for daughter is used to describe a female child or a woman, and can also be used figuratively. In the Bible, it is used to describe women like Bathsheba, the wife of Uriah and later of King David.
Definition: A woman living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.38.2; daughter of: Shua (H7770); married to Judah (H3063); mother of: Er (H6147), Onan (H0209) and Shelah (H7956) the wife of Uriah whom David had murdered, having had adulterous relations with her; subsequently wife of David and mother of Solomon, Shimea, Shobab, and Nathan (alternate spelling to 'Bathsheba')
Usage: Occurs in 498 OT verses. KJV: apple (of the eye), branch, company, daughter, [idiom] first, [idiom] old, [phrase] owl, town, village. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 2:21; Ruth 1:13.
אַבְשָׁל֑וֹם
ʼĂbîyshâlôwm
H53
"Absalom"
N-proper
Absalom was a son of King David, mentioned in 2 Samuel 3:3, and had several half-brothers. He is also referred to as Abishalom in some translations. Absalom played a significant role in the United Monarchy period.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.3.3; son of: David (H1732) and Maacah (H4601I); half-brother of: Amnon (H0550), Chileab (H3609), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727), Nathan (H5416), Solomon (H8010), Ibhar (H2984), Elishua (H0474), Nepheg (H5298H), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N); father of: Tamar (H8559I); also called Abishalom at 1Ki.15.2,10; § Absalom or Abishalom = "my father is peace" 1) father-in-law of Rehoboam 2) third son of David, killer of first-born son Amnon, also leader of revolt against his father-David
Usage: Occurs in 92 OT verses. KJV: Abishalom, Absalom. See also: 2 Samuel 3:3; 2 Samuel 16:16; Psalms 3:1.
וַ/תֵּ֣לֶד
yâlad
H3205
"to beget"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to give birth or beget a child, like when Eve gave birth to Cain in Genesis 4:1. It can also mean to help someone give birth, like a midwife. This word is used in many KJV translations, including Genesis and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) to bear, bringforth, beget, gender, travail 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to bear, bring forth 1a1a) of child birth 1a1b) of distress (simile) 1a1c) of wicked (behaviour) 1a2) to beget 1b) (Niphal) to be born 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to cause or help to bring forth 1c2) to assist or tend as a midwife 1c3) midwife (participle) 1d) (Pual) to be born 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to beget (a child) 1e2) to bear (fig. -of wicked bringing forth iniquity) 1f) (Hophal) day of birth, birthday (infinitive) 1g) (Hithpael) to declare one's birth (pedigree)
Usage: Occurs in 403 OT verses. KJV: bear, beget, birth(-day), born, (make to) bring forth (children, young), bring up, calve, child, come, be delivered (of a child), time of delivery, gender, hatch, labour, (do the office of a) midwife, declare pedigrees, be the son of, (woman in, woman that) travail(-eth, -ing woman). See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 30:19; 2 Samuel 21:22.
ל֗/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
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.
אֲבִיָּה֙
ʼĂbîyâh
H29
"Abijah"
N-proper
Abijah was the name of several people in the Bible, including a king of Judah and a son of Samuel. The name Abijah means 'Jehovah is my father', showing devotion to God. It is mentioned in books like 1 Kings and 2 Chronicles.
Definition: A woman living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.18.2; daughter of: Zechariah (H2148C); married to Ahaz (H0271); mother of: Hezekiah (H2396); also called Abijah at 2Ch.29.1; Another name of a.vi (אֲבִי "Abi" H0021) § Abia or Abiah or Abijah = "Jehovah is (my) father" 1) king of Judah, son and successor of Rehoboam 2) second son of Samuel 3) son of Jeroboam the first, king of Israel 4) son of Becher, a Benjamite 5) head of a priestly house (one of the 24 Levite groups) 6) head of a priestly house (after the exile) 7) wife of Hezron 8) mother of Hezekiah (cf H021)
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: Abiah, Abijah. See also: 1 Samuel 8:2; 2 Chronicles 13:3; Nehemiah 12:17.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | 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.
עַתַּ֔י
ʻAttay
H6262
"Attai"
N-proper
Refers to Attai, a man from the tribe of Judah, and also the name of two other Israelites. Attai means opportune, and is mentioned in 2 Chronicles 11:20.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 2Ch.11.20; son of: Rehoboam (H7346) and Maacah (H4601K); brother of: Abijah (H0029I), Ziza (H2124H) and Shelomith (H8019); half-brother of: Jeush (H3266K), Shemariah (H8114H) and Zaham (H2093) § Attai = "opportune" 1) a Judaite, grandson of Sheshan the Jerahmeelite by daughter Ahlai whom he gave in marriage to Jarha, his Egyptian slave; his grandson Zabad was one of David's mighty warriors 2) one of the lion-faced warriors of Gad, captains of the host, who joined David in the wilderness 3) the 2nd son of king Rehoboam of Judah by Maachah, the daughter of Absalom
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Attai. See also: 1 Chronicles 2:35; 1 Chronicles 12:12; 2 Chronicles 11:20.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | 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.
זִיזָ֖א
Zîyzâʼ
H2124
"Ziza"
N-proper
Ziza was the name of two Israelites, one a son of Rehoboam and the other a chief of the Simeonites. The name means shining, reflecting a strong and positive identity.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 2Ch.11.20; son of: Rehoboam (H7346) and Maacah (H4601K); brother of: Abijah (H0029I), Attai (H6262I) and Shelomith (H8019); half-brother of: Jeush (H3266K), Shemariah (H8114H) and Zaham (H2093) § Ziza = "shining" 1) son of Shiphi, a chief of the Simeonites in the reign of Hezekiah 2) son of Rehoboam by Maachah the granddaughter of Absalom
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Ziza. See also: 1 Chronicles 4:37; 2 Chronicles 11:20.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | 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.
שְׁלֹמִֽית
Shᵉlômîyth
H8019
"Shelomoth"
N-proper
Shelomith was the name of several Israelites, including a man mentioned in 1 Chronicles 23:9 and a woman whose son blasphemed God in the time of Moses. The name means peaceful.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.23.9; son of: Jehiel (H3171H); brother of: Haziel (H2381) and Haran (H2039H) Another name of she.lo.mot (שְׁלֹמוֹת "Shelomoth" H8013G) § Shelomith = "peaceful" 1) a woman of Dan, daughter of Dibri, and mother of a son who blasphemed God and was stoned to death in the time of Moses 2) daughter of Zerubbabel
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Shelomith. See also: Leviticus 24:11; 1 Chronicles 23:18; Ezra 8:10.
Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 11:20
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- 2 Chronicles 11:20 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 11:20
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 11:20
- Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 11:20
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 11:20
- Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 11:20
- Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 11:20
- Sermons on 2 Chronicles 11:20
Context — Rehoboam’s Family
18And Rehoboam married Mahalath, who was the daughter of David’s son Jerimoth and of Abihail, the daughter of Jesse’s son Eliab.
19She bore sons to him: Jeush, Shemariah, and Zaham.
20After her, he married Maacah daughter of Absalom, and she bore to him Abijah, Attai, Ziza, and Shelomith.
21Rehoboam loved Maacah daughter of Absalom more than all his wives and concubines. In all, he had eighteen wives and sixty concubines, and he was the father of twenty-eight sons and sixty daughters. 22Rehoboam appointed Abijah son of Maacah as chief prince among his brothers, intending to make him king.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 Chronicles 13:2 | and he reigned in Jerusalem three years. His mother’s name was Micaiah daughter of Uriel; she was from Gibeah. And there was war between Abijah and Jeroboam. |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 11:21 | Rehoboam loved Maacah daughter of Absalom more than all his wives and concubines. In all, he had eighteen wives and sixty concubines, and he was the father of twenty-eight sons and sixty daughters. |
| 3 | 2 Chronicles 12:16 | And Rehoboam rested with his fathers and was buried in the City of David. And his son Abijah reigned in his place. |
| 4 | Matthew 1:7 | Solomon the father of Rehoboam, Rehoboam the father of Abijah, and Abijah the father of Asa. |
| 5 | 1 Kings 15:1–2 | In the eighteenth year of the reign of Jeroboam son of Nebat, Abijam became king of Judah, and he reigned in Jerusalem three years. His mother’s name was Maacah daughter of Abishalom. |
2 Chronicles 11:20 Summary
This verse tells us about Rehoboam's marriage to Maacah, the daughter of Absalom, and the children they had together. Maacah was an important person in Rehoboam's life, and her son Abijah would later become king, as seen in 1 Kings 14:31. We can learn from this verse about the importance of family and relationships, and how our choices can impact those around us, just as they did for Rehoboam and his family. By looking to God's plan for marriage and family, as outlined in Genesis 2:24 and Ephesians 5:31, we can build strong, healthy relationships that honor Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Maacah, the daughter of Absalom, and why is she significant in the Bible?
Maacah was the daughter of Absalom, who was the son of King David, as mentioned in 2 Samuel 18:18. She became the wife of Rehoboam and the mother of Abijah, who would later become king, as seen in 1 Kings 14:31.
What can we learn from Rehoboam's multiple marriages, including his marriage to Maacah?
Rehoboam's multiple marriages, including his marriage to Maacah, demonstrate the sinful pattern of polygamy that was common among the kings of Israel, despite God's warnings against it in Deuteronomy 17:17. This practice often led to division and strife within the royal family.
How does this verse fit into the larger narrative of Rehoboam's reign as king of Judah?
This verse provides insight into Rehoboam's family life, highlighting his marriage to Maacah and the children they had together, including Abijah, who would later succeed him as king, as mentioned in 1 Kings 14:31. It also sets the stage for the events that would unfold during Rehoboam's reign, including the division of the kingdom in 1 Kings 12:1-24.
What role did Maacah play in the life of Rehoboam and the kingdom of Judah?
As the mother of Abijah, Maacah played a significant role in the life of Rehoboam and the kingdom of Judah, especially since Abijah was appointed as the chief prince among his brothers, as seen in 2 Chronicles 11:22. Her influence likely extended beyond her family to the royal court and the kingdom at large.
Reflection Questions
- What can I learn from Rehoboam's example about the importance of following God's plan for marriage and family, as outlined in Genesis 2:24 and Ephesians 5:31?
- How does this verse encourage me to prioritize my own family relationships and seek God's wisdom in my interactions with loved ones, as seen in Proverbs 24:3-4?
- What role do I play in my own family or community, and how can I use my influence to point others to God, just as Maacah may have done in her role as mother and queen?
- What are some ways I can apply the principles of faithfulness and devotion, as demonstrated by Maacah's commitment to her family, in my own life and relationships, as encouraged in 1 Corinthians 4:2?
Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 11:20
And after he took Maacah the daughter of Absalom,.... Thought by some to be Absalom the son of David, his father's brother, and his uncle, and so married his cousin; but Absalom seems to have had but
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 11:20
And after her he took Maachah the daughter of Absalom; which bare him Abijah, and Attai, and Ziza, and Shelomith.
Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 11:20
(20) Maachah the daughter of Absalom—i.e., granddaughter, as appears from 2 Samuel 14:27, where Tamar is named as the “one daughter” of Absalom Josephus says Maachah was daughter of Tamar (Ant 8:10, 1). (Comp. 2 Samuel 18:18; 2 Chronicles 13:2; 1 Kings 15:10.) Which bare him Abijah.—Rehoboam’s successor, called “Abijam” in Kings. The other three are unknown.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 11:20
Verse 20. Maachah the daughter of Absalom] 1Kg 15:10. She is called Michaiah, the daughter of Uriel, 2 Chronicles 13:2. For this the Targum gives the following reason: "Abijah reigned three years in Jerusalem; and his mother's name was Michaiah, daughter of Uriel of Gibeatha. She is the same as Michah, the daughter of Absalom; but, because she was an upright woman, her name was changed into the more excellent name Michaiah, and her fathers name into that of Uriel of Gibeatha, that the name of Absalom might not be remembered."
Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 11:20
20. Maacah] Perhaps the grand-daughter of Absalom, since she is called the daughter of Uriel of Gibeah in 2 Chronicles 13:2 (where “Maacah” should be read with the LXX. for “Michaiah”). Absalom had no son (2 Samuel 18:18), but he may have had a daughter who married Uriel and became the mother of this Maacah. Abijah] Called “Abijam” 1 Kings 15:1.
Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 11:20
Maachah the daughter of Absalom - Rather, “grand-daughter” (see the 1 Kings 15:2 note).
Sermons on 2 Chronicles 11:20
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(1 Kings) Why Dynasties Come and Go by David Guzik | In this sermon, the speaker begins by reminding the audience of the previous events in the book of First Kings, specifically the transition of power from David to Solomon. They hig |