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2 Chronicles 13:2

2 Chronicles 13:2 in Multiple Translations

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.

He reigned three years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name also was Michaiah the daughter of Uriel of Gibeah. And there was war between Abijah and Jeroboam.

Three years reigned he in Jerusalem: and his mother’s name was Micaiah the daughter of Uriel of Gibeah. And there was war between Abijah and Jeroboam.

He was king in Jerusalem for three years; his mother's name was Maacah, the daughter of Uriel of Gibeah. And there was war between Abijah and Jeroboam.

He reigned in Jerusalem for three years. His mother's name was Micaiah, daughter of Uriel—she was from Gibeah. Abijah and Jeroboam were at war.

He reigned three yere in Ierusalem: (his mothers name also was Michaiah the daughter of Vriel of Gibea) and there was warre betweene Abiiah and Ieroboam.

three years he hath reigned in Jerusalem, (and the name of his mother [is] Michaiah daughter of Uriel, from Gibeah,) and war hath been between Abijah and Jeroboam.

He reigned three years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Micaiah the daughter of Uriel of Gibeah. There was war between Abijah and Jeroboam.

He reigned three years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also was Michaiah the daughter of Uriel of Gibeah. And there was war between Abijah and Jeroboam.

Three years he reigned in Jerusalem, and his mother’s name was Michaia, the daughter of Uriel of Gabaa: and there was war between Abia and Jeroboam.

He ruled in Jerusalem for three years. His mother was Micaiah (OR, Maacah), the daughter of Uriel from Gibeah town. There was a war between the armies of Abijah and Jeroboam.

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2 Chronicles 13:2 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB שָׁל֣וֹשׁ שָׁנִ֗ים מָלַךְ֙ בִּ/יר֣וּשָׁלִַ֔ם וְ/שֵׁ֣ם אִמּ֔/וֹ מִיכָיָ֥הוּ בַת אוּרִיאֵ֖ל מִן גִּבְעָ֑ה וּ/מִלְחָמָ֥ה הָיְתָ֛ה בֵּ֥ין אֲבִיָּ֖ה וּ/בֵ֥ין יָרָבְעָֽם
שָׁל֣וֹשׁ shâlôwsh H7969 three Adj
שָׁנִ֗ים shâneh H8141 year N-fp
מָלַךְ֙ mâlak H4427 to reign V-Qal-Perf-3ms
בִּ/יר֣וּשָׁלִַ֔ם Yᵉrûwshâlaim H3389 Jerusalem Prep | N-proper
וְ/שֵׁ֣ם shêm H8034 name Conj | N-ms
אִמּ֔/וֹ ʼêm H517 mother N-fs | Suff
מִיכָיָ֥הוּ Mîykâyâhûw H4322 Micaiah N-proper
בַת bath H1323 Bath (Shua) N-fs
אוּרִיאֵ֖ל ʼÛwrîyʼêl H222 Uriel N-proper
מִן min H4480 from Prep
גִּבְעָ֑ה Gibʻâh H1390 Gibeah N-proper
וּ/מִלְחָמָ֥ה milchâmâh H4421 battle Conj | N-fs
הָיְתָ֛ה hâyâh H1961 to be V-Qal-Perf-3fs
בֵּ֥ין bêyn H996 between Prep
אֲבִיָּ֖ה ʼĂbîyâh H29 Abijah N-proper
וּ/בֵ֥ין bêyn H996 between Conj | Prep
יָרָבְעָֽם Yârobʻâm H3379 Jeroboam N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — 2 Chronicles 13:2

שָׁל֣וֹשׁ shâlôwsh H7969 "three" Adj
This Hebrew word means three or thrice, and is used to describe quantities or repetitions in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including three, third, and thirteen.
Definition: 1) three, triad 1a) 3, 300, third Aramaic equivalent: te.lat (תְּלָת "three" H8532)
Usage: Occurs in 381 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] fork, [phrase] often(-times), third, thir(-teen, -teenth), three, [phrase] thrice. Compare H7991 (שָׁלִישׁ). See also: Genesis 5:22; Joshua 1:11; 2 Kings 9:32.
שָׁנִ֗ים shâneh H8141 "year" N-fp
This word also means a year, like when Abraham was 100 years old in Genesis 21. It is used to describe a period of time, age, or a lifetime.
Definition: 1) year 1a) as division of time 1b) as measure of time 1c) as indication of age 1d) a lifetime (of years of life) Aramaic equivalent: she.nah (שְׁנָה "year" H8140)
Usage: Occurs in 647 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] whole age, [idiom] long, [phrase] old, year([idiom] -ly). See also: Genesis 1:14; Genesis 47:28; Numbers 7:35.
מָלַךְ֙ mâlak H4427 "to reign" V-Qal-Perf-3ms
To advise or counsel is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which can also mean to reign or rule as a king. It is used in the Bible to describe the actions of leaders, like King Solomon, who sought wisdom to rule God's people. This word is found in the book of 1 Kings.
Definition: 1) to be or become king or queen, reign 1a) (Qal) to be or become king or queen, reign 1b) (Hiphil) to make one king or queen, cause to reign 1c) (Hophal) to be made king or queen
Usage: Occurs in 284 OT verses. KJV: consult, [idiom] indeed, be (make, set a, set up) king, be (make) queen, (begin to, make to) reign(-ing), rule, [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 36:31; 2 Kings 8:15; 2 Chronicles 10:17.
בִּ/יר֣וּשָׁלִַ֔ם Yᵉrûwshâlaim H3389 "Jerusalem" Prep | N-proper
Jerusalem is the capital city of Palestine, also known as the city of peace. It was the chief city of the united kingdom and the nation of Judah after the split.
Definition: § Jerusalem = "teaching of peace" the chief city of Palestine and capital of the united kingdom and the nation of Judah after the split
Usage: Occurs in 600 OT verses. KJV: Jerusalem. See also: Joshua 10:1; 2 Kings 22:14; 2 Chronicles 24:6.
וְ/שֵׁ֣ם shêm H8034 "name" Conj | N-ms
In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.
Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)
Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.
אִמּ֔/וֹ ʼêm H517 "mother" N-fs | Suff
The Hebrew word for 'mother' is used in the Bible to describe a female parent or a maternal figure. It can also refer to the source or origin of something, such as a river or a family. In some cases, it is used figuratively to describe a person's relationship to others.
Definition: 1) mother 1a) of humans 1b) of Deborah's relationship to the people (fig.) 1c) of animals 2) point of departure or division
Usage: Occurs in 202 OT verses. KJV: dam, mother, [idiom] parting. See also: Genesis 2:24; 2 Kings 4:19; Psalms 22:10.
מִיכָיָ֥הוּ Mîykâyâhûw H4322 "Micaiah" N-proper
Micaiah, meaning who is like God, refers to a woman and a man in the Bible, including a daughter of Uriel and a prince of Jehoshaphat. She is mentioned in 1 Kings 15:2 and 2 Chronicles 13:2. Micaiah played important roles in Israel's history.
Definition: A woman of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ki.15.2; daughter of: Uriel (H0222I) and Tamar (H8559I); married to Rehoboam (H7346); mother of: Abijah (H0029I), Attai (H6262I), Ziza (H2124H) and Shelomith (H8019G); also called Micaiah (KJV: Michaiah) at 2Ch.13.2; § Michaiah = "who is like God" 1) one of the princes of Jehoshaphat whom he sent to teach the law of Jehovah in the cities of Judah 2) daughter of Uriel of Gibeah, wife of king Rehoboam of Judah, and mother of king Abijah of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Michaiah. See also: 2 Chronicles 13:2; 2 Chronicles 17:7.
בַת 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.
אוּרִיאֵ֖ל ʼÛwrîyʼêl H222 "Uriel" N-proper
Uriel means God is my light, the name of two Israelites, one a chief of the Levites in David's time and another the maternal grandfather of Abijah, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 13:2.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, only mentioned at 2Ch.13.2; married to Tamar (H8559I); father of: Maacah (H4601K) § Uriel = "God (El) is my light" 1) chief of the Levitical line of Kohath in David's time 2) maternal grandfather of Abijah
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Uriel. See also: 1 Chronicles 6:9; 1 Chronicles 15:11; 2 Chronicles 13:2.
מִן min H4480 "from" Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
גִּבְעָ֑ה Gibʻâh H1390 "Gibeah" N-proper
Gibeah was a city in Palestine, specifically in the region of Benjamin, and was the birthplace of King Saul. The name means hill, and it is mentioned in various KJV translations as Gibeah or the hill.
Definition: § Gibeah = "hill" a city of Benjamin, birthplace of king Saul
Usage: Occurs in 42 OT verses. KJV: Gibeah, the hill. See also: Joshua 15:57; Judges 20:36; Isaiah 10:29.
וּ/מִלְחָמָ֥ה milchâmâh H4421 "battle" Conj | N-fs
This word means battle or war, describing a fight or conflict. It is used in the Bible to talk about wars and battles, like the ones in the book of Joshua. The KJV translates it as battle or fight.
Definition: battle, war
Usage: Occurs in 308 OT verses. KJV: battle, fight(-ing), war(-rior). See also: Genesis 14:2; 1 Samuel 30:24; 2 Chronicles 13:14.
הָיְתָ֛ה hâyâh H1961 "to be" V-Qal-Perf-3fs
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.
בֵּ֥ין bêyn H996 "between" Prep
Between is the meaning of this preposition, used to show a location or a choice, like either or, as seen in Exodus where it describes the space between two objects.
Definition: : between between, among, in the midst of (with other preps), from between
Usage: Occurs in 248 OT verses. KJV: among, asunder, at, between (-twixt...and), [phrase] from (the widest), [idiom] in, out of, whether (it be...or), within. See also: Genesis 1:4; Joshua 24:7; Psalms 68:14.
אֲבִיָּ֖ה 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.
וּ/בֵ֥ין bêyn H996 "between" Conj | Prep
Between is the meaning of this preposition, used to show a location or a choice, like either or, as seen in Exodus where it describes the space between two objects.
Definition: : between between, among, in the midst of (with other preps), from between
Usage: Occurs in 248 OT verses. KJV: among, asunder, at, between (-twixt...and), [phrase] from (the widest), [idiom] in, out of, whether (it be...or), within. See also: Genesis 1:4; Joshua 24:7; Psalms 68:14.
יָרָבְעָֽם Yârobʻâm H3379 "Jeroboam" N-proper
Jeroboam means the people will contend, the name of two Israelite kings. The first Jeroboam was the king of the northern kingdom of Israel after Solomon's death, mentioned in 2 Kings 13:13.
Definition: A king of the Kingdom of Israel, living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.13.13; son of: Joash (H3101J); father of: Zechariah (H2148P) § Jeroboam = "the people will contend" 1) the first king of the northern kingdom of Israel when the kingdom split at the death of Solomon and the 10 tribes split off from Judah and Benjamin and the kingdom under Solomon's son Rehoboam; idolatry was introduced at the beginning of his reign 2) the 8th king of the northern kingdom of Israel, son of Joash, and 4th in the dynasty of Jehu; during his reign the Syrian invaders were repelled and the kingdom restored to its former borders but the idolatry of the kingdom was maintained
Usage: Occurs in 95 OT verses. KJV: Jeroboam. See also: 1 Kings 11:26; 1 Kings 22:53; Amos 7:11.

Study Notes — 2 Chronicles 13:2

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1 2 Chronicles 11:20 After her, he married Maacah daughter of Absalom, and she bore to him Abijah, Attai, Ziza, and Shelomith.
2 1 Kings 15:6–7 And there was war between the houses of Rehoboam and Jeroboam all the days of Abijam’s life. As for the rest of the acts of Abijam, along with all his accomplishments, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Judah? And there was war between Abijam and Jeroboam.
3 Judges 19:16 That evening an old man from the hill country of Ephraim, who was residing in Gibeah (the men of that place were Benjamites), came in from his work in the field.
4 1 Samuel 10:26 Saul also went to his home in Gibeah, and the men of valor whose hearts God had touched went with him.
5 Judges 19:14 So they continued on their journey, and the sun set as they neared Gibeah in Benjamin.
6 1 Kings 15:2 and he reigned in Jerusalem three years. His mother’s name was Maacah daughter of Abishalom.
7 Joshua 18:28 Zelah, Haeleph, Jebus (that is, Jerusalem), Gibeah, and Kiriath-jearim —fourteen cities, along with their villages. This was the inheritance of the clans of the tribe of Benjamin.

2 Chronicles 13:2 Summary

[Abijah, the king of Judah, reigned in Jerusalem for three years and had a mother named Micaiah, who was from Gibeah. During his reign, there was a war between Abijah and Jeroboam, the king of Israel. This verse reminds us that, even in the midst of conflict and uncertainty, we can trust in God's sovereignty and provision, as seen in Psalm 37:3-7 and Jeremiah 29:11. By trusting in God, we can have hope and confidence, even when faced with overwhelming challenges, just like Abijah did when he went to war against Jeroboam.]

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Abijah's mother and what is known about her?

Abijah's mother was Micaiah, the daughter of Uriel from Gibeah, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 13:2. Although little is known about her, it is clear that the Bible values the role of mothers in shaping the lives of their children, as seen in Proverbs 31:1 and 2 Timothy 1:5.

What was the nature of the war between Abijah and Jeroboam?

The war between Abijah and Jeroboam, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 13:2, was likely a continuation of the conflict between the kingdoms of Judah and Israel that began after the division of the kingdom under Rehoboam, as described in 1 Kings 12:1-24 and 2 Chronicles 10:1-19.

How long did Abijah reign as king of Judah?

According to 2 Chronicles 13:2, Abijah reigned in Jerusalem for three years, a relatively short period of time, especially when compared to other kings of Judah, such as Jehoshaphat, who reigned for 25 years, as mentioned in 1 Kings 22:42.

What can be learned from the contrast between Abijah's and Jeroboam's armies?

The fact that Jeroboam had a significantly larger army than Abijah, as mentioned in 2 Chronicles 13:3, highlights the importance of trusting in God, rather than in military might, as emphasized in Psalm 20:7 and Proverbs 21:31.

Reflection Questions

  1. What role do you think Abijah's mother, Micaiah, played in shaping his faith and leadership?
  2. How do you think Abijah felt about going to war against Jeroboam, and what can be learned from his actions?
  3. In what ways do you struggle with trusting in God, rather than in your own strength or abilities, and how can you apply the lessons from Abijah's story to your life?
  4. What are some areas in your life where you feel like you are outnumbered or outmatched, and how can you trust in God's power and provision, as seen in 2 Chronicles 13:2 and other biblical accounts?

Gill's Exposition on 2 Chronicles 13:2

He reigned three years in Jerusalem,.... [See comments on 1 Kings 15:2], his mother's name also was Michaiah the daughter of Uriel of Gibeah; see 2 Chronicles 11:20, [See comments on 1 Kings 15:2].

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 2 Chronicles 13:2

He reigned three years in Jerusalem. His mother's name also was Michaiah the daughter of Uriel of Gibeah. And there was war between Abijah and Jeroboam. His mother's name also was Michaiah the daughter of Uriel of Gibeah.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 13:2

Michaiah the daughter of Uriel, called Maachah the daughter of Absalom, . She might be daughter to one, and granddaughter to the other; or the proper and natural daughter of the, one, and the other’ s by adoption, of which there are instances in Scripture; or the same person might be called Uriel and Absalom: see .

Trapp's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 13:2

2 Chronicles 13:2 He reigned three years in Jerusalem. His mother’ s name also [was] Michaiah the daughter of Uriel of Gibeah. And there was war between Abijah and Jeroboam. Ver. 2. His mother’ s name was Michaiah.] Alias Maachah. See on 2 Chronicles 11:21-22. And there was war between Abijah and Jeroboam.] Like as there had been between Rehoboam and Jeroboam. So the dissension betwixt England and Scotland, which consumed more Christian blood, wrought more spoil and destruction, and continued longer, than ever quarrel we read of did between any two people in the world.

Ellicott's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 13:2

(2) His mother’s name also was Michaiah the daughter of Uriel of Gibeah.—Kings reads for the names “Maachah the daughter of Abishalom”; and as the chronicler has himself already designated Abijah as son of Maachah, daughter of Absalom (2 Chronicles 11:20-22), there can be no doubt that this is correct, and that “Michaiah,” which is elsewhere a man’s name, is a corruption of Maachah. This is confirmed by the LXX., Syriac, and Arabic, which read Maachah. As we have already stated (2 Chronicles 11:20), Maachah was granddaughter to Absalom, being a daughter of Tamar the only daughter of Absalom. Uriel of Gibeah, then, must have been the husband of Tamar. (See on 2 Chronicles 15:16. Uriel of Gibeah is otherwise unknown.) And there was war between Abijah and Jeroboam.—Now war had arisen. See 1 Kings 15:6. “Now war had prevailed [same verb] between Abijam [common Hebrew text incorrectly has Rehoboam] and Jeroboam all the days of his life.” The chronicler modifies the sense by omitting the concluding phrase, and then proceeds to give a striking account of a campaign in which Abijah totally defeated his rival (2 Chronicles 13:3-20); of all which we find not a word in Kings.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 13:2

Verse 2. His mother's name - was Michaiah] See on 2 Chronicles 11:20.

Cambridge Bible on 2 Chronicles 13:2

2. Michaiah] Read with LXX., Maacah; cp. note on 2 Chronicles 11:20.

Barnes' Notes on 2 Chronicles 13:2

See the 1 Kings 15:2 note.

Whedon's Commentary on 2 Chronicles 13:2

2. Michaiah — Probably a copyist’s error for Maachah. Daughter of Uriel — And granddaughter of Absalom. 1 Kings 15:2, note.

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